Hi all sifus...
i'm going to buy a new tv 40" and above either plasma/LED.. and i need recommendations
brand: Sony (im up for other brands but the important point is better lifespan)
budget: 2k-3k
purpose: Astro, USB to watch movie from hdd, will watch some 1080p movies.. (is smart tv worth buying now?)

if possible explain to me pros and cons on the tvs you recommend.

Thanks in advance.

How much is Panasonic plasma ST50? and which shop/seller offers the lowest price in kl area? thanks for the advice!! im gonna check it out with my own eyes

I'm currently using SONY LCD 40+" and there are backlight bleeding on both of top corners.. they are so visible, it irritates me sometimes.. grrr... so im going to buy a second tv..
Im gonna follow your recommendation and going to check out Panasonic plasma tv ST50.. do i need to get extended warranty? May i know how much is the current market price? Thankiess.

Nice!!! More choices for me... i noticed some of 'em are samsung's. Is samsung tv any good? I had nightmare with my samsung galaxy S3.. used for 2-3 months then suddenly it just died.. luckily it was still under warranty.. but even after repaired, it still gave problems especially the graphic....

I hate lottery... lol.. i do not trust my luck..
Btw i have read something about new tv has to be calibrated.. does any new tv has to? And what other things i should be careful about when using new LED/Plasma tv?

I'm going to put it on my coming sound-proof (going to renovate) room for karaoke, movie and gaming. So it is probably a slightly dimmer light room.

So i must not calibrate anything unless done by a certified calibrator?

Okay i'll try it when i have my new tv.
Thank you very much for all your helps and useful informations.