{"id":2723,"date":"2015-03-08T19:21:03","date_gmt":"2015-03-08T19:21:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lovesales.com\/blog\/?p=2723"},"modified":"2015-03-06T11:05:27","modified_gmt":"2015-03-06T11:05:27","slug":"tv-buying-guide-10-best-tvs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lovesales.com\/blog\/tv-buying-guide-10-best-tvs\/","title":{"rendered":"Our TV Buying Guide & 10 of the Best TVs for 2015"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether it\u2019s mobile phones, games consoles or TV\u2019s, the technology used in each of these electronic devices are constantly evolving and meeting the demands of the general public. TV\u2019s of the last 10 years have seen breakthroughs in 3D capabilities (albeit gimmicky to begin with), 4K resolution (which offers 4x the resolution of a full HD display), and of course Smart TV\u2019s that will allow you to access apps, surf the web and stream videos directly to your TV.<\/p>\n

At LoveSales we know that searching for a new TV can be stressful, confusing and generally overwhelming. You are looking to part ways with anything from \u00a3300 – \u00a33,000, so making the right decision is fundamental.<\/p>\n

Where do you start though? There are so many manufacturers, sizes, and features that we have decided to guide you through the steps you need to take in order to purchase a TV that is going to suit you, as well as identifying 10 of the top TV\u2019s on the market at the moment.<\/p>\n

Where Do I Start When Buying a TV?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Selecting the Size of the Screen<\/b><\/h2>\n

Most people will go straight to the size of the screen, which is something I have to say I do. At the end of the day the size of the screen is the most important factor because if it\u2019s too big it may not fit in the desired area you want it to fit in, and if it\u2019s too small you are going to be disappointed when you come to sit down and watch Eastenders, only to be squinting at the screen as Dot lights another cigarette.<\/p>\n

Firstly, you need to measure up the area where your TV is going to go, in order to determine a size-range that you can start looking for. It\u2019s also worth noting that if you are going to upgrade dramatically you will need to double check your TV stand or shelving unit to make sure it can support the new weight and size. Again, if it\u2019s going on the wall you want to make sure the wall isn\u2019t going to come crumbling down with your new TV in pursuit.<\/p>\n

The average screen size at the moment tends to be between 37\u201d and 55\u201d with an average of around 46\u201d \u2013 so you may want to look inside this range.<\/p>\n

Selecting the Manufacturer<\/b><\/h2>\n

The second step is to select a manufacturer, because it\u2019s all well and good having a 50\u201d TV but if it\u2019s a cheap TV set by an unknown brand  then your viewing quality is going to be heavily compromised. Your safest bet is to go with well reviewed and strong brands such as Sony, Samsung, LG, and Panasonic, you can\u2019t go wrong with any of these.<\/p>\n

Checking for Ports and Technology<\/b><\/h2>\n

There are a number of TV types to choose from whether it\u2019s LED, LCD or Plasma. Plasma TV\u2019s are usually the cheapest and for a good reason. A Plasma TV is very reflective and what you will find is that from some viewing angles you won\u2019t be able to see the TV properly in well-lit or bright rooms. If your room is on the darker side, or the TV is situated away from the window then a Plasma TV will be a good choice but I recommend going for an LCD or LED TV. LED is the newest technology and most TV\u2019s now sport this type of display. They are crisp and clear displays where you don\u2019t have to worry about lighting conditions.<\/p>\n

I won\u2019t bore you with too much tech but here is a handy breakdown for you:<\/p>\n