Buying smart tvs online

lionofzion · Postby **lionofzion** » April 6th, 2015, 6:36 pm

When you're buying sizes >55" it's been noted that Panasonic, Toshiba and Sharp Aquos etc are way more reliable. I've researched and by owning from experience proven this. Samsung, LG, Sony dominate smaller market tvs (32-50"). Above that the brands above last much longer.

Morpheus · Postby **Morpheus** » April 6th, 2015, 11:15 pm

I bought a Sharp Aquos 60" last December from Pricesmart after weighing all my options. No complaints so far. Great TV. Great price.....

S_2NR · Postby **S_2NR** » April 6th, 2015, 11:24 pm

lionofzion wrote:When you're buying sizes >55" it's been noted that Panasonic, Toshiba and Sharp Aquos etc are way more reliable. I've researched and by owning from experience proven this. Samsung, LG, Sony dominate smaller market tvs (32-50"). Above that the brands above last much longer.

well sorry na i ah sufferer ..biggest i have is 55.

Country_Bookie · Postby **Country_Bookie** » August 19th, 2015, 10:20 am

Bumping this to ask those who bought their tv online, did u use air freight or sea freight? Did u also instruct the shipping company to crate it and did u have the shipment insured?

Premchand1976 · Postby **Premchand1976** » August 19th, 2015, 9:33 pm

I did this about a month ago. Brought in my 75 inch from Orlando ( hhgregg ), the shipping company actually crated it for me and yes I insured it etc. TV came in 2 weeks via sea freight and wukkin best so far.

Will never buy a TV locally again. Unless I have money to throw away.

TV cost me like 2500 plus 100 for insurance, 100 for shipping and approx 200 customs and excise.

Works out about 18k TT, selling here anywhere between 24k ( if you lucky ) to 30k ( courts and standards )

SimSimmer69 · Postby **SimSimmer69** » August 20th, 2015, 2:19 pm

bought my HDTV online. Opened it a few months later, cracked screen...lost over 15k

Premchand1976 · Postby **Premchand1976** » August 20th, 2015, 3:45 pm

So u spent that much and didn't think $ 100US insurance was worth spending ? And a BMW logo too ???? That's tough

NR8 · Postby **NR8** » August 20th, 2015, 4:25 pm

Pricesmart currently has a 75" for $18000.

Premchand1976 · Postby **Premchand1976** » August 20th, 2015, 6:00 pm

Yes they do but check the model number and serial numbers, it's the older versions ( 2013, 2014 etc ).

Plus I not too comfortable buying such a big TV from anyone local. Just a feeling in my gut that they are of substandard quality ( certified repaired, refurbished etc )

Out of 3 purchases on 4 years I had one bad one and was reimbursed 100% plus customs didn't charge me for a third TV, they simply subtracted the old cost from the new one. Imagine how happy I was when I was told " pay ah $300 nah, since you lost out last Xmas with the broken TV ".

I didn't pay any bribe or bring in any liquor or special items to " coax " the officer. .....lol

Ravita · Postby **Ravita** » August 10th, 2017, 6:48 pm

Premchand1976 wrote:I did this about a month ago. Brought in my 75 inch from Orlando ( hhgregg ), the shipping company actually crated it for me and yes I insured it etc. TV came in 2 weeks via sea freight and wukkin best so far.

Will never buy a TV locally again. Unless I have money to throw away.

TV cost me like 2500 plus 100 for insurance, 100 for shipping and approx 200 customs and excise.

Works out about 18k TT, selling here anywhere between 24k ( if you lucky ) to 30k ( courts and standards )

Hi which shipping company did you use and where did u purchase it from; which site?

Ravita · Postby **Ravita** » August 10th, 2017, 6:55 pm

Premchand1976 wrote:Yes they do but check the model number and serial numbers, it's the older versions ( 2013, 2014 etc ).

Plus I not too comfortable buying such a big TV from anyone local. Just a feeling in my gut that they are of substandard quality ( certified repaired, refurbished etc )

Out of 3 purchases on 4 years I had one bad one and was reimbursed 100% plus customs didn't charge me for a third TV, they simply subtracted the old cost from the new one. Imagine how happy I was when I was told " pay ah $300 nah, since you lost out last Xmas with the broken TV ".

I didn't pay any bribe or bring in any liquor or special items to " coax " the officer. .....lol

Where did u purchase your tv from; what site; and who did u use to ship it?

Morpheus · Postby **Morpheus** » August 10th, 2017, 7:56 pm

Morpheus wrote:I bought a Sharp Aquos 60" last December from Pricesmart after weighing all my options. No complaints so far. Great TV. Great price.....

Still going strong...

Strugglerzinc · Postby **Strugglerzinc** » August 10th, 2017, 9:26 pm

Morpheus wrote:
Morpheus wrote:I bought a Sharp Aquos 60" last December from Pricesmart after weighing all my options. No complaints so far. Great TV. Great price.....

Still going strong...

Bought a Samsung 60" there last year on sale as it was the last 5 of a previous model. Works great. I don't need latest models like some people. Around $8k for 60" was a steal.

Morpheus · Postby **Morpheus** » August 10th, 2017, 9:40 pm

^^Totally agree with you.

Premchand1976 · Postby **Premchand1976** » August 11th, 2017, 3:45 am

First TV was from Best buy, second from Walmart and third was from hhgregg and I used psfreight out of orlando to ship. My brother in law helped checking around between the 3 stores for best price and to compare pic quality etc. I collect my TV at the bonded Warehouse in Freeport too.....convenient

Nexus · Postby **Nexus** » November 19th, 2017, 8:40 am

Bumping this thread as I am also looking to purchase a TV hopefully between now and christmas. I will be looking out for black friday deals (if they still exists).
Is it still worthwhile buying a TV online and shipping it here, hear some horror stories with that and with all the extra duties would it still be economical? Unfortunately I aint traveling till probably late next year, so buying it and bringing in it myself is not an option right now.
Would you all just recommend buying down here? I was checking courts online and when i search the model numbers is latin american models, cant even find a decent review.

In the range for a 49-55"

Thanks

RedVEVO · Postby **RedVEVO** » November 19th, 2017, 9:24 am

Nexus wrote:Bumping this thread as I am also looking to purchase a TV hopefully between now and christmas. I will be looking out for black friday deals (if they still exists).
Is it still worthwhile buying a TV online and shipping it here, hear some horror stories with that and with all the extra duties would it still be economical? Unfortunately I aint traveling till probably late next year, so buying it and bringing in it myself is not an option right now.
Would you all just recommend buying down here? I was checking courts online and when i search the model numbers is latin american models, cant even find a decent review.

In the range for a 49-55"

Thanks

Anybody have any reviews on buying TVs @ PriceSmart ?

Purchased @ Standards and they OK . But Pricesmart prices better :wink:

Postby **Duane 3NE 2NR** » November 19th, 2017, 9:47 am

I brought down a Samsung 58” plasma in 2009 via Best Buy and Larparkan, cleared it at Point Lisas - The thing refuse to die, thought I’d be able to upgrade by now.
Bought a Panasonic 50” LED for the office in PriceSmart Chaguanas Black Friday door buster sale in 2015, got it really cheap, like half price and it still going strong.

RedVEVO · Postby **RedVEVO** » November 19th, 2017, 9:54 am

Duane 3NE 2NR wrote:I brought down a Samsung 58” plasma in 2009 via Best Buy and Larparkan, cleared it at Point Lisas - The thing refuse to die, thought I’d be able to upgrade by now.
Bought a Panasonic 50” LED for the office in PriceSmart Chaguanas Black Friday door buster sale in 2015, got it really cheap, like half price and it still going strong.

You not think you have too much big TV ?

Nexus · Postby **Nexus** » November 19th, 2017, 10:10 am

Duane 3NE 2NR wrote:I brought down a Samsung 58” plasma in 2009 via Best Buy and Larparkan, cleared it at Point Lisas - The thing refuse to die, thought I’d be able to upgrade by now.
Bought a Panasonic 50” LED for the office in PriceSmart Chaguanas Black Friday door buster sale in 2015, got it really cheap, like half price and it still going strong.

Dred, I ain't think I able with no push and shoving, is it really worth the while? Heard a few ppl saying that was old stock, low refresh rate TV's and thing

RedVEVO · Postby **RedVEVO** » November 19th, 2017, 10:12 am

Nexus wrote:
Duane 3NE 2NR wrote:I brought down a Samsung 58” plasma in 2009 via Best Buy and Larparkan, cleared it at Point Lisas - The thing refuse to die, thought I’d be able to upgrade by now.
Bought a Panasonic 50” LED for the office in PriceSmart Chaguanas Black Friday door buster sale in 2015, got it really cheap, like half price and it still going strong.

Dred, I ain't think I able with no push and shoving, is it really worth the while? Heard a few ppl saying that was old stock, low refresh rate TV's and thing

You just vex you did not get any TV

When is the Black Friday Sale in Trini ?

Strugglerzinc · Postby **Strugglerzinc** » November 19th, 2017, 12:35 pm

Nexus wrote:
Duane 3NE 2NR wrote:I brought down a Samsung 58” plasma in 2009 via Best Buy and Larparkan, cleared it at Point Lisas - The thing refuse to die, thought I’d be able to upgrade by now.
Bought a Panasonic 50” LED for the office in PriceSmart Chaguanas Black Friday door buster sale in 2015, got it really cheap, like half price and it still going strong.

Dred, I ain't think I able with no push and shoving, is it really worth the while? Heard a few ppl saying that was old stock, low refresh rate TV's and thing

People who complain about the TV specs are usually those who didn't get one.

A 60hz TV will make no difference to you 99% of time unless you gaming.

If you're one of those who need the latest and greatest then prepare to pay.

RedVEVO · Postby **RedVEVO** » November 19th, 2017, 6:50 pm

Strugglerzinc wrote:
Nexus wrote:
Duane 3NE 2NR wrote:I brought down a Samsung 58” plasma in 2009 via Best Buy and Larparkan, cleared it at Point Lisas - The thing refuse to die, thought I’d be able to upgrade by now.
Bought a Panasonic 50” LED for the office in PriceSmart Chaguanas Black Friday door buster sale in 2015, got it really cheap, like half price and it still going strong.

Dred, I ain't think I able with no push and shoving, is it really worth the while? Heard a few ppl saying that was old stock, low refresh rate TV's and thing

People who complain about the TV specs are usually those who didn't get one.

A 60hz TV will make no difference to you 99% of time unless you gaming.

If you're one of those who need the latest and greatest then prepare to pay.

Nobody here saying we need the latest and greatest 8-)

Just a big arse screen with decent view so we can see Furious over and over again .. some **

And no biggie price

Strugglerzinc · Postby **Strugglerzinc** » November 19th, 2017, 7:03 pm

I have 2 Pmart tvs, one a 60 inch, no issues yet. Everyone may not have the same experience however.

Their best deals would be on previous generation tvs. If you inclined to import, Vizio gives great bang for buck value.

originalbling · Postby **originalbling** » November 20th, 2017, 9:49 am

Most tv's in courts come with a two year warranty.

somehow i sceptical about the pmart tv's

RedVEVO · Postby **RedVEVO** » November 20th, 2017, 9:57 pm

originalbling wrote:Most tv's in courts come with a two year warranty.

somehow i sceptical about the pmart tv's

What are you skeptical about ?

Is it a size problem ?

originalbling · Postby **originalbling** » November 21st, 2017, 9:41 am

every so often you would see returned ones and some with dead pixels with a marked down price.

Nexus · Postby **Nexus** » November 22nd, 2017, 7:23 am

Anybody got a tcl tv? Seeing some decent prices for the specs

TrinbagoMan · Postby **TrinbagoMan** » May 23rd, 2018, 4:38 pm

yes, i seeing some of those tcls with good reviews

skylinechild · Postby **skylinechild** » May 23rd, 2018, 4:54 pm

Duane 3NE 2NR wrote:I brought down a Samsung 58” plasma in 2009 via Best Buy and Larparkan, cleared it at Point Lisas - The thing refuse to die, thought I’d be able to upgrade by now.
Bought a Panasonic 50” LED for the office in PriceSmart Chaguanas Black Friday door buster sale in 2015, got it really cheap, like half price and it still going strong.

willing to accept the donation of your 2009 Tv if you dont want it anymore.... once it fully functional.

my personal guide for buying tvs.

1. must have all the necessary hardware connections - few yrs ago this was an issue as tvs didnt even have two HDMI inputs - now not soo much

3. clarity... can you really tell the difference between 1K 2 K & 4K ??
get a full 1K (1080 p TV and be happy

4. refresh rates - can the human eye really see a contrasting difference between 120Hz 180 Hz 240Hz 280hz??

5 reputable brand and quality and be able for warranty if needed.

lastly the astute would noticed there is no #2.....scroll back up and check....if you missed #2 then refresh rate should be the least of your issues when looking for a tv... :lol: