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Fact or Fiction? 8 HDTV Myths Demystified

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March 11, 2010
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Fact or Fiction? 8 HDTV Myths Demystified
HDTV shopping is fraught with complexity, confusion, and potential pitfalls. We sort through eight of the most confounding HD concepts to help you avoid the hokum and buy with confidence. - Zack Stern, PCWorld
Home Entertainment News
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