Article: New TVs: Thin May Be In, But Bigger Is Better in the World of HDTV; Latest Survey by The NPD Group Provides a Clear Picture of Where HDTV is Headed in 2005.

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y. -- When it comes to TVs, thin is definitely in, according to The NPD Group report, "Coming In Clearer." Based on a recent online consumer survey, the report evaluates trends driving the market and confirms that manufacturers, service providers and merchants must do a better job in educating the public on the virtues of HDTV.

Not surprisingly, a majority of respondents said they sought a bigger, wider screen, generally in the 40- to 46-inch range. Nearly 25 percent of respondents indicated they would spend the extra money for the art house effect afforded by hanging a 3- to 4-inch plasma or LCD screen on the wall.

Even though many ...

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