Panasonic CT-27HL14 27" TAU Series HDTV-Ready TV
So THAT'S why they discontinued it....
I bought the last available model of this television at Best Buy in December (Panasonic has discontinued this model, and now I know why). If you've read the previous reviews, then you know why I'm writing one now. Yep, after about 5 months of enjoying this low-priced HDTV, one minute I have a picture and the next it's gone bye-bye for good. <br /> <br />Did I buy an extended warranty from Best Buy? No, because I didn't see the point in spending an additional $150 on a $400 television. Honestly, I still don't. It just doesn't seem like something you should need to do. In fact, it seems foolish...but not as foolish as buying a Panasonic! Bottom line...stay away from Panasonic. The cost is low for a REASON - terrible product and, so far, horrible customer service. <br /> <br />Now, Best Buy won't do anything for me since I didn't purchase their protection plan, but Panasonic does offer their own \\"Customer Care Plan\\". However, I have yet to find out just how much it will cost because every time I call the toll free number, the line is busy. I mean, come on...what kind of customer service call center dosen't have multiple service lines or at least a waiting queue?? Anyway, even when I DO find out how much the extended service plan costs, it may just be better to cut my losses now, toss the TV, and buy something worth it's salt...like Sony or JVC. <br /> <br />Final Word: Kids, STAY AWAY from Panasonic when buying serious electronics!