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People with small homes and those who want a set for their bedroom that isn't so large as to incite marital discord should probably invest in a 32-inch LCD TV. We've got the full picture on the latest models

Best TVs for the football season

Getting the best-possible picture is of paramount importance if you want to be able to enjoy seeing a player take a dive, or argue about which massively overpaid prima donna has the most professionally plucked eyebrows. We've rounded up some contenders for your cash

Best energy-saving TVs

You no longer have to compromise on screen size or performance to get the eco-friendly TV of your green dreams. With sets that turn off automatically when you leave the room and more energy-efficient backlights, it's increasingly easy to cut your bills, save the planet and enjoy yourself at the same time

Four of the best plasma televisions

Some of our favourite televisions at the moment are plasmas. This is a pretty new development because it feels as though it's taken a while for the technology to catch up with LCD, especially in terms of value. Now though, there are enough reasons to favour a plasma if you're about to splash some cash on a new telly

Best large-screen TVs under £800

We compare four of the best TVs on the market for around the £800 mark -- the feature-laden Sony Bravia KDL-40V5500, the Panasonic Viera TX-P42S10 with its stunning pictures, the LG 42LF7700 with its built-in freesat receiver, and the LG 42PQ6000, a great all-rounder

Budget 32-inch LCD TVs under £599

Everyone wants a slim TV, and the good news is there's a price war online and on the high street. You can now get a great 32-inch TV for under £599 -- here's a selection

Cheap 1080p LCD TVs

TVs that can display the 'Full HD' 1080p resolution are rapidly becoming the standard and their prices are falling all the time -- here are four of the best, for around £1,000 and under

Best TVs for deep contrast

Do you like your films noir? From LED backlights to dynamic contrast ratios, LCD and plasma television makers are all about the dark these days. We present the four TVs we like best for producing the maximum contrast to enlighten you on the subject -- or not

Best LCD TVs under £700

Got £700 to blow on a new telly? Check out our round-up of the best LCDs and compare the features to find the best one for you

The best way to spend £1,000

Got £1,000 sloshing around in your pocket? Think your living room needs an upgrade? Here's the four products that will revolutionise your home entertainment -- all yours for under a grand, guv

Best cheap 37-inch LCD televisions

A 37-inch screen makes a lot of sense for most homes. For a start they aren't totally dominating, but they do have enough impact to impress your friends. High-definition material will look stunning, but it won't be too much of a stretch for the screen to handle Freeview well too

42-inch televisions for under £1,000

We've taken a look at four of the best 42-inch televisions, all of which are available for about £1,000 if you shop around online

'Full HD' resolution LCD TVs

Just when you thought it was safe to assume that any TV screen adorned with an HD Ready logo guaranteed complete high-definition support, the goal posts have moved. Let us put you in the picture with 'Full HD'...

42-inch flat-screen TVs: LCD vs Plasma

With manufacturers producing TVs in ever-increasing sizes and prices becoming more affordable there's never been a better time to take a look at the bigger picture. Anything above 42 inches was once reserved for plasma, but improved technology has seen LCDs invade the large-screen domain. We break down each technology's strengths and weaknesses

Rear-projection televisions

All the fuss over flat-screen TV has taken the limelight away from the humble rear-projection television. Rear-pro's physical similarity to the CRT TVs of old mean it's less attractive than its plasma and LCD contemporaries, but rear-pro is still the best way of getting a huge screen at an affordable price. The high contrast and cinematic picture quality mean that these TVs are perfect for movie lovers...

Flat screens for Valentines

The origin of Valentine's Day has many possible explanations -- many assume that it honours St. Valentine, a Roman who was martyred for refusing to give up Christianity. The real meaning of Valentine's Day has been diluted thanks to millions of red roses and heart-shaped balloons, so why not be original this year and treat that special someone to a huge flat-screen TV?

32-inch hi-def LCDs with Freeview

LCDs are getting cheap enough to compete with CRTs on price, and the advent of high definition means they make a huge difference to your viewing. Most people will think that bigger is better, but a 32-inch model is the perfect size for most rooms. We've selected the best 32-inch LCDs on the market that are hi-def compatible and, as a bonus, they've all got integrated Freeview tuners...

TVs for the bedroom: Mid-range beauties

If you want to buy a new TV these days, it'll have to be a flat screen, even if it's for the bedroom or kitchen. These new models from the major makers impress not only because of their picture quality and design, but also their low price. Some even offer integrated Freeview tuners and high-definition compatibility, meaning they're perfect long-term buys

DLP delights: budget projectors for home cinemas

Projectors -- once the pursuit of the rich, now available for just over £1,000. If you've ever harboured a desire to turn your living room into a full-blown cinema, start by getting a projector.

Plasma perfection: the 42-inch flat-screen shootout

Want a flat screen that won't break the bank? LCD is expensive at the 32-inch mark, and into the crazy price bracket above that. But plasmas offer big screen thrills at a competitive price -- three of the models here are well under £2,000...