Looking for LCD TV that can be used for games on Xbox and also great family TV. Budget here is below CAN $3000.

Money is sort of a factor and i wanted to know is it worth it to get an LCD for so much more for the same size than a plasma?

Which local retailer (Best Buy / FRYs / Circuit city / Sears / Conns) has the best price and after sales support? Extended service plans run from $250 to $650 (for 3 – 6 years), is it worthwile purchasing this?

am planning to buy a lcd tv for my room, i dnt know wat tv size suits for my room?…
actually my room size is 21/12 feet?…weather if i get 46 inches would it give me the best clarity?

I have to travel in a commercial flight and I have a 46 inches lcd tv that i intnd to carry along. Will this item in it’s package about 35kgs be accepted as my luggage.

I will be using it to play my PS3 as well as watch lots of Bluerays! I don’t know much about TVs besides resolutions and input standards. I’m looking to spend around $600-$700, but I’d spend a little more for a good value.
What should I look for in a quality HDTV?
Is refresh rate important?
What is better, LCD or plasma? (in terms of picture and longevity)
What is the best store/site to look for TVs?
Should I wait for a sale?
Can I expect the type of TV i’m looking for to be discounted during sales season?
If so, when’s the best time to buy?
Sound quality is not a major concern and I don’t really care about picture in picture or any of those bells and whistles, I’m mainly looking for something that will look good and not die out in a year.
Thanks for the help!

I will be using it to play my PS3 as well as watch lots of Bluerays! I don’t know much about TVs besides resolutions and input standards. I’m looking to spend around $600-$700, but I’d spend a little more for a good value.
What should I look for in a quality HDTV?
Is refresh rate important?
What is better, LCD or plasma? (in terms of picture and longevity)
What is the best store/site to look for TVs?
Should I wait for a sale?
Can I expect the type of TV i’m looking for to be discounted during sales season?
If so, when’s the best time to buy?
Sound quality is not a major concern and I don’t really care about picture in picture or any of those bells and whistles, I’m mainly looking for something that will look good and not die out in a year.
Thanks for the help!

Money is sort of a factor and i wanted to know is it worth it to get an LCD for so much more for the same size than a plasma?