I was just wondering, since cathode ray tubes arent being made, are the only types of TVs available the plasma and the LCD?

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Yes, you are correct that cathode ray tube (CRT) televisions are no longer being manufactured. The main types of televisions available now are plasma and liquid crystal display (LCD) TVs. However, it's worth mentioning that plasma TVs have also become less common in recent years, with LCD TVs being the dominant type.

To understand the various types of TVs available, it would be helpful to explore each technology in a bit more detail:

1. Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) TVs: These were the standard television technology for many years and used a large, bulky, glass screen. The image was created by an electron gun shooting beams of electrons onto a phosphor-coated screen. CRT TVs are now considered outdated and have been largely replaced by newer technologies due to their bulkiness and energy inefficiency.

2. Plasma TVs: Plasma TVs used small cells containing electrically charged ionized gases to create images. Each cell could be independently controlled to produce colored light. Plasma TVs generally had good color reproduction and wide viewing angles. However, they were heavier, bulkier, less energy-efficient, and prone to screen burn-in.

3. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) TVs: LCD TVs are the most common type of television available today. They use a flat panel with a layer of liquid crystals that block or allow the passage of light to create images. The liquid crystals are controlled by electrical signals to form the desired image. LCD TVs are lighter, thinner, and more energy-efficient compared to CRT and plasma TVs. They typically offer good image quality, high resolution, and a wide range of screen sizes. LCD TVs often use LED (light-emitting diode) backlighting, resulting in LED-LCD TVs, which offer enhanced color reproduction and improved energy efficiency.

It's worth noting that another type of TV technology called OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) has gained popularity in recent years. OLED TVs use organic compounds that emit light when an electric current is applied. OLED technology allows for thinner, lighter, and more flexible displays with excellent color reproduction and contrast levels.

So, while CRT TVs are no longer being made, you can still find a variety of options in the market, mainly LCD and OLED TVs.