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Originally posted by nhtagmember:
I've also heard that some of the large format tv's at Costco have unique part numbers that you cant find at other locations because they have been fabricated without certain features so comparing an LG at Costco and an LG at Best Buy is not really easy

Hisense is the brand I've seen mentioned and I'd like to stay away from a Chinese manufacturer if possible and stick with either LG or a Sony

I've got a 4 year old hisense 75" that gets a LOT of use (8+ hours most days), it's been bulletproof.

Also sony just sold it's Bravia branding to TCL and will be produced in china.

The gap that the Korean Car makes closed in 20 years (crap to top quality, yes even over Toyota), the Chinese TV manufactures have had closed about 5 years ago.

I like hisense over TCL of the two Chinese TV brands I'd buy.

I have a Samsung 65" and 75" and both function and work fine. I've probably had the 65" going in five years and the 75" for at least two years maybe three but happy with both. I didn't buy them from Costco and I never bother with purchasing extended warranties since TV's these days are cheap enough to just replace if it/when it goes bad.

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Originally posted by Schmelby:

30 years ago I was tickled to death when I got a 27" Sony Trinitron! That thing must have weighed 100 pounds.

We still have one of those. Gonna be around for a while, because a) running strong, and b) at 89 with balance and mobility problems, ain't no way I'm able to move it.

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Originally posted by nhtagmember:
I've also heard that some of the large format tv's at Costco have unique part numbers that you cant find at other locations because they have been fabricated without certain features so comparing an LG at Costco and an LG at Best Buy is not really easy

Having different part numbers for different stores isn't a new practice. The part number on the back of the TV would be the same as the other models but the part number on the carton would be different. But knowing Costco, I would say they negotiate for more features rather than less.

ETA: I take it back. I realized my Traeger model is only sold in Costco and it's different enough specs that it doesn't even compare with any model they have.

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OLD THREAD:

I now find myself TV shopping. My older (10/20 years at least) Samsung (55") is is now experiencing temporary self shutoff then restarts by it's self. Random on timing but seems to be increasing in frequency.
I have heard that Walmart bought out Vizio and now require that you have a Walmart account to even setup a new unit. Don't have or want a Walmart account.
My neighbor bought a new Samsung earlier this year an it was a pain to set up as it appears you have to do it online. No printed instructions included in the box.
LG ? Their refrigerators have performed poorly for me so I am leery of their TVs.

So what is the latest thoughts? I like the extended warranty that Costco offers so tend to think I will be going that direction.

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Originally posted by gjgalligan:
OLD THREAD:

I now find myself TV shopping. My older (10/20 years at least) Samsung (55") is is now experiencing temporary self shutoff then restarts by it's self. Random on timing but seems to be increasing in frequency.
I have heard that Walmart bought out Vizio and now require that you have a Walmart account to even setup a new unit. Don't have or want a Walmart account.
My neighbor bought a new Samsung earlier this year an it was a pain to set up as it appears you have to do it online. No printed instructions included in the box.
LG ? Their refrigerators have performed poorly for me so I am leery of their TVs.

So what is the latest thoughts? I like the extended warranty that Costco offers so tend to think I will be going that direction.

Samsung S90F "65 is what I'd but from Costco, today. It's last years model but the processing is better.

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Originally posted by Schmelby:

30 years ago I was tickled to death when I got a 27" Sony Trinitron! That thing must have weighed 100 pounds.

We still have ours, mainly because it's too heavy for wife and me to move. Works fine, it's in a fairly small room, so the screen is big enough.

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Originally posted by gjgalligan:
OLD THREAD:

I now find myself TV shopping. My older (10/20 years at least) Samsung (55") is is now experiencing temporary self shutoff then restarts by it's self. Random on timing but seems to be increasing in frequency.
I have heard that Walmart bought out Vizio and now require that you have a Walmart account to even setup a new unit. Don't have or want a Walmart account.
My neighbor bought a new Samsung earlier this year an it was a pain to set up as it appears you have to do it online. No printed instructions included in the box.
LG ? Their refrigerators have performed poorly for me so I am leery of their TVs.

So what is the latest thoughts? I like the extended warranty that Costco offers so tend to think I will be going that direction.

1) If you want to use your TV as a Smart TV using the web apps, then yes it'll ask for an email address. If you don't care about that or have something like a Roku or Apple TV, plug that into an HDMI slot and use it.

2) The only downside to going to Costco or Sam's Club for TVs is you'll only get those brand's lowest tier while someplace like Best Buy will give you access to every tier level that brand makes. If you aren't a videophile, it's not a big deal.

I’ve had good luck with LG TV’s. I have bought the Nano series, 1 48”, 2 65 inch and a 75”. Their Nano series have a 120hz refresh rate and a viewing angle close to what the old plasma tv’s had. The newest one, 75”, is six years old, all the others are up to ten years old and all have never had an issue. A friend just bought an LG OLED so I’ll be watching how it performs for him.

We just really lucked out and got an 85” Sony Bravia 5 from Costco for $999 on clearance. I had looked earlier in the day at their south Anchorage store and had pretty much made up my mind to get a lower end Samsung. Ran a couple of errands and stopped at the north Anchorage warehouse on the way home to get it. Stumbled onto the Sony that was the last one in the store. Grabbed it, paid for it and figured out exactly what I bought later.

Really happy with it, it’s a mini LED screen and the picture quality is great. Found the same set at Best Buy for $2,400. Looking online and doing research is great, but every now nd then you can stumble into a good deal that just doesn’t show up 9nline.

I've had an LG OLED for about a year with no problems yet.

You might want to look into this malware/adware/spyware issue before deciding on a new LG:

I got a 27" Sony Trinitron! That thing must have weighed 100 pounds.

It did weigh 100 pounds. My wife threw her back out trying to move it. It was replaced by a flat screen that would now seem minute but was probably 48 inches. Had it in a box with a remote-controlled lift. It was under a bench; window looked out on the ocean so didn't want to lose the view; hence the lift.

We've gone with LG for years, because they have had noticeable differences in picture quality. But, recently put a Costco TCL 65" in my shop building and I gotta' say, it's pretty damn good. The Google UI is also snappy fast.

For the money, you got a lot.

I am so sick of big bother taking away our privacy. I have 2 Lg monitors!! will have to look into if they are spying on me.

Also I heard vizio was bought by walmart and you need a walmart account to use it in any capaccity. anyone know how bad it is?

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So what is the latest thoughts? I like the extended warranty that Costco offers so tend to think I will be going that direction.

Comparison for differences between a Costco and Non Costco TV will probably turn up very little that is going to reduce the enjoyment of the tv

Having said that, the Costco warranty as well as their Concierge program are worth the price of admission. We have a Samsung 65, it's as big a tv that will fit in the area have a board go bad.

Two weeks of back and forth with Samsungs Indian Tech people without a resolution and I was done, called Costco, got connected to a Concierge Tech who had Samsung on the phone, got an appointment set and the part on the way. One call, and no dealing with someone in a foreign country.

A 100 inch would be excellent, I have a 120 projector TV installed in the Man Cave but a 100 inch TV would be great in the living area....

I'd never go to bed though...

We have 5 LG from 55” to 80” very happy with all of them.

Samsung sucks at refrigerators, but makes good TV.

Does Costco still double the warranty when using the Costco Visa?

We have bought several over the last few years, the best longevity has been the Samsung's

We bought a 85" Sony from Costco when we moved to Georgia 4 years ago. It's been good. No issues.

Depending on how far you sit from the TV, if it is more than 6-8 feet, do NOT spend the difference in the latest and greatest super duper high definition, your eyes cannot process that much. It looks impressive at the store. Measure the actual distance and then stand in front of those TV at the store.

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Originally posted by BigSwede:
Does Costco still double the warranty when using the Costco Visa?

We have bought several over the last few years, the best longevity has been the Samsung's

I don't think they do anymore, however they do have extended Technical and Warranty Services.

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Costco Technical and Warranty Services: Costco extends the manufacturer’s warranty on the following items for up to 2 years from the date of warehouse purchase or date of delivery if the item was purchased online:

Televisions
Projectors
Computers*
Major Appliances†
*Excluding Touchscreen Tablets.
†Refrigerators (above 10 cu. ft.), freezers, ranges, cooktops, over-the-range microwaves, dishwashers, water heaters, washers and dryers.

See the manufacturer’s warranty for specific coverage terms. Costco reserves the right to fulfill the second-year warranty obligation through, at Costco's choosing, repair, replacement, or a refund up to the purchase price.

Common exclusions include data backup and software replacement, physical damage, liquid damage, or inadequate utilization (e.g., using a residential unit in a commercial setting and/or a commercial unit in a residential setting).

Costco Technical and Warranty Services advises backing up your computer frequently.

Call Costco Technical and Warranty Service at 1-866-861-0450 to obtain warranty information and assistance.

English and Spanish speaking agents available.

All calls are quickly answered and handled in the U.S.

This service is available exclusively for U.S. Costco members.