Ever since John Logie Baird invented the first working television in 1925, buying a new TV has always been a source of great satisfaction. This is primarily true because we always want the latest and best technology. No one has ever traded-in their color console for a black and white portable, or the wall-mounted LCD for a rear-projection floor model.
Nearly a century later, new televisions have never been more exciting. They’re flat and thin, sharp and sleek, come with computerized operating systems that create the sharpest high-definition pictures.
TV’s nowadays are also far more environmentally friendly than ever. Here’s a look at some of today’s most eco-friendly televisions for you to consider.
Vizio M420SV
This 42-inch flat screen backlit LED HDTV is among the most energy-conscious pieces of consumer electronics ever invented. In short, this television is at the very leading edge of technology, and as a result is light years away from the old vacuum tubes from our parent’s and grandparent’s generations, and even some considerable distance from models just a couple of years old.
The Vizio M420SV is loaded with features, including built-in apps for Netflix, VUDU, Pandora, and many others. It also included four HDMI inputs to accommodate all your devices, including gaming systems, Blu-ray players, and HD-DVRs from your local satellite and cable television provider.
It is estimated to cost on average a mere $26 per year to operate. With a price tag of $500 or less from a variety of online sources such as Amazon.com, the Vizio M420SV is an optimal eco-friendly television for the modern era.
Sony BRAVIA VE5-Series
Officially the Sony BRAVIA VE5-Series KDL-52VE5 52-Inch 1080p 120Hz Eco-friendly LCD HDTV, this 52-inch television is at least 50 percent more energy-efficient than Energy Star 3.0 requires. The savings comes by way of being able to put the television in “home mode,” which draws less energy by not making the screen as bright as is capable.
Home viewing doesn’t require as bright a screen as we would see from identical televisions in larger, more brightly lighted spaces like we find in large box stores, government buildings, and large viewing rooms in community centers.
With a price tag of approximately $1,500 through various outlets, the Bravia is certainly more expensive than the Vizio listed above, but it’s also 10-inches larger and does switch the television to “zero power consumption” when it goes into Standby Mode.
Toshiba 50L5200U
The Toshiba 50L5200U 50-inch 1080p 120Hz LED TV is one of the most eco-friendly models on the market today, and with its price at under $800, it’s a bargain.
The backlit LEDs keep it extremely energy efficient, coming in at roughly $19 per year to operate. It also weighs just six pounds, which makes it of little concern to hang it on a wall. The dynamic backlit controls will give you deeper blacks and crisper colors, which are two of the primary reasons to purchase a flat screen LED HDTV.
Panasonic TH-42LF25U 42
This full 42-inch HD, 1080p LDC television from Panasonic offers a whopping 50,000 hours of panel life, which is pushing nearly 30 years of life at an average of 5 hours of usage per day. One heck of an investment at under $800.
The features include a full 1920×1080 resolution, two HDMI inputs, and Energy Star compliancy using zero energy while in standby mode. It also includes a wide range of inputs to accommodate all of your old and new devices. They include:
- Video in: BNC x 1
- S-video in: Mini DIN 4-pin x 1
- Audio input (L / R): RCA x 1 set
- Component input: BNC x 3
- DVI-D in: DVI-D 24-pin x 1 (HDCP compatible)
- Audio in: M3 jack x 1
- PC in: Mini D-sub 15-pin x 1
- Plug & play (VESA DDC 2B)
- Serial input / Output: D-sub 9-pin x 1
- RS-232C x 1
You’ll be able to connect all of your audio, video, gaming, and other equipment to this television without worrying about the connection type. This LCD flat panel from Panasonic is loaded, is eco-friendly, and one of the best buys for the money.
Finding the right eco-friendly television for isn’t too challenging. Just be certain you’re getting the size and features you desire most. From there, you’ll find a host of televisions to meet your needs. Be certain to look at the energy label on each television to determine which will work best for you.
