There was a time Sony electronics were far superior to any other electronic gargets in the market. They had a reputable brand and spent alot of money in Development and Research to ensure consistent quality and create differentiation from other products using cutting edge technology. Samsung has now perfected the same art either by developing their own or copying. Have you noted Samsung Galaxy phones are similar in shape to iphone? Sam and Sony LCDs are also running neck to neck but Sam is cheaper. Sony is still the more expensive as they spent real cash on D&R but Sam has a way of skirting around D&R expenses.
By the way, did anybody here know that all Sony products have a date by which if it breaks down, you do not repair it as its gone for good?
So, go for Samsung as sooner than later, you will need to upgrade to 3D, internet compliant TV, Multi Purpose 4D LCD monitor and finally the variety you see on 'Avatar' which appear in the air.
Wisdom to detect when share prices hit rock bottom.
When interest on bonds keep going up, you know the bear run is on high street. When interest on bonds start leveling, the bear has met the bull and they have hit rock bottom. When the interest rates on bonds start coming down, the bull has overpowered the bear and you better be riding the bull.