Re: What has happened to the CRT?

Hello Spehro,

Is the CRT dead? Everywhere I look there is LCD displays - even for
TVs. How long will the CRT last? Are there still uses for them?


Yeah, pretty much. The price of the LCD, DLP and plasma TVs and
monitors have dropped to the point where most people will go for the
flat panel unless it's for a basement rec room or something. ...


But, but, .... a couple of weeks ago I looked at some sets while waiting for the clerk at photo processing. A 32" CRT cost $300. A 32" flat panel set cost over $1500. Ok, the latter was 'HDTV ready', meaning they'll probably hit you with a few hunded more for the module hoping one will become available at all. Also, I can't imagine really needing HDTV for a 32" set.

BTW, this was close to the store entrance and the sun was illuminating the area, plus lots of fluorescents overhead. It seemed that the CRT offered more power under that scenario.

Regards, Joerg

http://www.analogconsultants.com
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