Best TV for 300 quid or less

[heisthegaffer]

My trusty 7 years old LG 32inch telly has died but I'm a bit skint as doing up our house so have a lowish budget.

Originally I was looking for just a basic set as i have a PJ for movies although not set up yet and a PC for 'apps' etc but now looking at some smart TVs, they may be easier for the wife to use so now reverting back to the potential of a smart TV. Picture quality is priority, sound not really bothered as have HC followed by features.

Size wise, I want bigger than 32, prob up to a max of 42 inches but the width of the whole unit can't be more than 42 inches.

Likely to look at Panasonic, Phillips, LG... any others to consider?

Thanks

[heisthegaffer]

One last thing, i do like the idea of controlling TV using my phone or tablet... That is prob number 2 after picture quality.

[talkssense]

heisthegaffer said:

One last thing, i do like the idea of controlling TV using my phone or tablet... That is prob number 2 after picture quality.

I really would not let this influence a buying decision.

Need to turn the TV down?

Option 1 - Pick up phone, unlock, load app, wait for app to connect to TV (probably, maybe not), press touch screen.

Option 2 - press volume down button on remote.

[sprouting]

Ive seen the picture on the Toshiba in a hospital and it was very good to my eyes.


http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/2...


http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/1...

[Tuvra]

http://www.tesco.com/direct/lg-42lb5500-42-inch-fu...

[heisthegaffer]

Thanks all...

[LordHaveMurci]

I bought a 39" Panasonic recently for less than £300, not Smart but I don't need it so not bothered. Seen a few Samsungs at that price point too recently.

Must confess that I was very sceptical when I bought it but have no complaints at all, picture & even sound are better than expected.