Hello all

I'm a data geek not TV that said we just moved into a new home and are getting new furniture, drapes etc. The existing silver 2 year old 29" sharp crt TV in the corner just doesn't look good ascetically esp when the new sofas etc arrive. We considered a cabinet but they cost lots and then the TV then becomes a bigger 'feature'
 
so if I buy a flat screen what should I get ? - I read the consumer article but what basic recommendation basically we don't want to spend mega bucks. Note we currently play DVD and media from an old laptop connected via tv out rca to the TV basic but it works :)

Now with flat screens being all the range and free to air digital coming what should I get ?

Features wise what shouldn't I get and what should I look for in ?

Like many I want to spend as little as possible if possible

ps: everything I read says my CRT is better than LCD or plama :-o