Sony Grand WEGA KDF-42WE655 42-Inch LCD Projection Television with Integrated HDTV Tuner
"Not so fast, my friends."
I would have initially given this product 4.5 to 5 stars when I purchased it.  But now, it is lucky to get 2 stars.  The reliability of ALL rear projection HDTVs are poor at best.  BEWARE !!!!  This also comes from Consumer Reports.  Go to their website to get their exact statement. <br /> <br />I have had the product for almost 2 years.  It has never been problem free.  From day 1, I have had a ripple in the picture right at the center of the screen for all high definition channels.  I do believe it is due to a compatability problem with the Directv satellite receiver and the TV.  In my opinion, Sony is still partly to blame.  Neither Sony, nor RCA care to help me try to resolve the issue, so I just lived with it.  It is a small issue to some, but not me. <br /> <br />As of 3 weeks ago, I started to see a couple of blue dots on the screen that were permanent.  I contacted Sony, and they said it is a natural characteristic of the LCD image and should not take away from my viewing experience.  Well, as of last night, I counted 98 pyxles that have nothing but a blue color all the time.  This is taking away from my viewing experience !!!  It has taken me 3 weeks (with Sony's help) to find someone who will service the thing.  It will probably cost me $$$. <br /> <br />Needless to say, I am quite dissappointed with Sony and its unreliable television.  I doubt I will ever buy another Sony product again.