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HDTV FAQ

By CNET staff
12/06/2007



 

What are HDTVs and how do they stack up against their regular counterparts. These are examples of burning question addressed in this CNET HDTV FAQ.

The basics
  • What is HDTV?
  • Just how much sharper is HDTV than regular TV?
  • What's the difference between 720p and 1080i HD formats?
  • How is the sound quality on HD shows?
  • Can I record HDTV shows and movies?
  • Do I need a new TV to watch high-definition TV shows?

    All about HDTVs
  • How much do HDTVs cost?
  • What kind of HDTV should I buy?
  • Why are HDTV screens wider than regular TV screens?
  • How will regular TV shows look on an HDTV set?
  • How will my DVDs look on an HDTV set?

    HDTV programming
  • Is HD available in my area?
  • What extra equipment do I need to get HDTV?
  • Will my over-the-air HDTV picture ever suffer from static or ghosting?
  • What are the other sources of native HD content?
  • How about those next-generation gaming consoles?


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