My suggestions follow:
1. 3D will not effect regular viewing. It is a feature that requires special content (currently BluRay DVD). For your needs, I do not recommend 3D - save the $$. All new TV’s can “manage action”. If this is really important, focus on a screen refresh rate of at least 120Hz. If it’s REALLY important to you, buy a plasma TV.
2. There is no new disruptive TV technology out there, so its a good time to buy without worry of obsolesence.
3. The electronics can easily handle 50-60 degrees.
4. BJ’s is a good retailer. Check their return policy. COSTCO has 90 Days no questions asked.
5. 40% of all TV’s are sold in the Christmas season because that’s when the best price/value can be found. Don’t wait for the Super Bowl.
6. Buy a name brand. Off brands have crappy service.
Good luck!
3D is now folded in to the better TVs.
If you want a better 2D TV, the 3D capability will come along for the ride.
The last time I shopped for a customer of mine (about a month ago), the Panasonic we decided on was 3D capable but did not include any glasses or other things that would needlessly up the price.
Very similar to Internet Apps that come with TVs these days. Only the lowest models come sans apps. If you want a better TV, it will come loaded with NetFlix, Pandora etc.