By now nearly everyone has heard something about the digital TV transition set to take place on Feb. 17, 2009. That's the day when all full-power broadcast television stations in the United States will cease broadcasting on analog airwaves and begin broadcasting solely in digital.

That's less than a year away -- so now is the time to start thinking about how the switch will affect you. Will you choose to get a converter box or will you take advantage of this opportunity and step up to the amazing picture of a high definition TV with a built-in digital tuner?

While the change to all-digital TV might sound a little scary to some people, the fact is that digital broadcasting will benefit everyone, bringing improved picture and sound quality, as well as additional channels and interactive video and data services. The best news is that it's actually very simple to make the switch from analog to digital TV at home. Follow these tips and you will be well on your way to enjoying a high-definition digital experience in your own home.  read more »

With gas prices at a record high, the best and most affordable vacation may be to just stay home and enjoy some great entertainment!

The HDTV experts at Westinghouse Digital have dome some summer vacation math and show just how far your money can travel this summer when it comes to owning a TV you’ll enjoy for years to come instead of taking that annual car trip!

Washington DC to Disneyworld (FL) = A Brand New 16” Flip Top TV
For the cost** of fueling up your car for this round trip, just about 1645 miles, you can purchase Westinghouse Digital's new 16'' Flip HDTV! With an estimated price of $329, your family can enjoy the HDTV experience almost anywhere, even mounted on a wall, sitting on a counter top or mounted under a counter with its flip-style dual hinge and bezel.  read more »

See The Difference – Sales people love to show consumers how much better their TV shows will be with a big, beautiful, expensive HDTV screen. Turns out though that as many as 50% get SD content on their HD set…but they’re happy. Photo Source – Touchstone

“The government's been in bed with the entire communications industry since the forties. They've infected everything.” – Brill (Gene Hackman), Enemy of the State (1998)  read more »

With the end of the writer’s strike all of your favorite TV shows will soon be coming back on air. Perhaps it’s time for a new HDTV to catch all the action. Consider Westinghouse Digital’s new 42” TX-42F450S 1080p LCD HDTV. Whether you’re most interested sitcoms, dramas, or watching a movie, the TX-42F450S offers high-end performance and great features at a price that won’t break the bank. It is perfect for the consumer looking for a true cinema experience right in the comfort of their home.

The TX-42F450S features:

• 1920x1080 high resolution HDTV with ATSC/NTSC/ClearQAM tuner
  
• 1080Pure -- all HD input connectors deliver a 1080p signal
  
• Multiple HD input connectors including four HDMI connectors
  
• Ultra high 5000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
  
• Wide 176-degree viewing angle
• Speedy 6.5ms response time; ideal for gaming
  
• Preset and custom video modes for an exceptional viewing experience
  
• MSRP of $1,199