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I understand the popularity of Consumer Reports around here, but i also find that "even a blind squirrel finds a nut, once in a while." In that vein, I think CR got this one right... Plasma TV is dead, so go buy one The article talks about Samsung leaving the Plasma market shortly after Panasonic's exit. LG has since announced they're pulling the plug as well (see last 4 paragraphs; includes shipment volumes). In CR's latest flat panel comparison, the top models are plasmas, and I can't find a dissenting opinion among those who own both. Why should you care? It all depends on the value you place on video system quality, assuming you even watch TV. I'm the polar opposite of an early adopter; I upgraded to HD just as the best quality displays (monster CRTs) were being phased out (and discounted accordingly) and I've done it again now that plasma displays are disappearing, Granted the LG 60PB6900 isn't "top dog" but it's close enough at ~1/3 the price... well it used to be 1/3 the price. I'm not seeing deals on it, or any other plasma displays anymore, so I'm wondering if my timing wasn't better than I'd hoped. If you're in the market for a new TV, and quality matters, you've been warned... HAve fun, Frank