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does anyone make an lcd/plasma tv with a built in computer ?

by kscott53 Aug 8, 2009 6:42AM PDT

what is taking so long??

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Sounds like a nightmare
by Dan Filice Aug 8, 2009 7:57AM PDT

Why would you want a computer in a TV? I understand the basic desire, but looking at the logistics, it sounds like a nightmare. Although not the same, this is similar to having a built-in DVD player in a TV, which has been done, and with limited success. I can only imagine what a pain it would be to service the computer side of the TV while working around the TV side. Wouldn't it be simpler to just keep the components separate and avoid trashing two components when one goes bad? And, computers, especially laptops, can easily connect to a TV now (at least through the DVI or VGA connections).

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You mean like this one?
by r. proffitt Former Forum moderator Aug 8, 2009 10:52PM PDT
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Wow! Who woulda thunk?
by Dan Filice Aug 9, 2009 2:32AM PDT

I never saw this before, but it makes sense as the ad says, "it's ideal for use as a large display information or advertisement monitor in public settings such as retail stores, hotels, airports, bus terminals, sports bars and other environments!". But the TV has no tuner and the PC has no optical drive, so if someone wanted to use this TV/PC for home theater, it doesn't seem to be applicable. Maybe I'm missing something.

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tv/computer combo
by kscott53 Aug 9, 2009 4:24AM PDT

all you need is an HD set top box ... and a stand alone drive... ever watch NETFLIX films streamed??? not bad>>>

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