Always bought LG in the past. TV i bought nearly 10 years ago still going strong. TV i bought 3 years ago just started flashing on and off. Forums suggest its the backlight bulbs. Hopefully i can get it fixed! But whats that going to cost! I think over the past few years they have got very well known and are now using the cheapest possible materials - quantity over quality. I'll certainly never buy LG again! I feel totally ripped off!