[Cruising Speed]

Well, I think quite a few people are aware. I sell used TVs at estate sales and the it is getting harder to sell non-HD TVs. Of course, many people are not aware and that will probably still be the case in '09. Expect accusations of gouging by retailers in the ensuing rush. Wouldn't be surprised if there is a gov program to get HD TVs to low-come elderly.

[DBrow]

"Wouldn't be surprised if there is a gov program to get HD TV"

I think there is a plan to give converter boxes to the low income groups, and discount them to others.

[Bloody Sam Roberts]

Correct me if I'm wrong but this is about analog vs. digital....not HD vs. non-HD.

The only people really affected by this will be those who receive their TV broadcasts via an antenna on the roof.

All cable service is currently digital in nature is it not?

[Don Corleone]

Wouldn't be surprised if there is a gov program to get HD TVs to low-come elderly.

Al Gore will be behind it and the charge will show up on your phone bill....bet on it!

[Proud_texan]

Yup, there's a program.

A $40 off coupon, two per household. I'd be surprised if they'd be much more than $40.