Today's LCD and Plasma Televisions are a big hit for consumers. With very thin profiles, they take take up a lot less space that the old bulky tube TVs. However, this advantage may also reveal a danger, especially for children. Apparently, there have been an increasing number of instances where flat panel LCD and Plasma televisions have tipped and fallen, causing serious injury and even death. For more details on the possible dangers of tipping flat panel televisions, as well as some useful tips on how to prevent it, check out the report from MSNBC.
My Tip: If you are considering the purhase of an LCD or Plasma flat panel television, also consider where and how it will be installed in your home or office. Several manufacturers provide, as part the user manual, instructions and illustrations on how to place your flat panel television for best stability. Also, if planning on mounting an LCD or Plasma Television on a wall, it might be a good idea to call an installer instead of doing it yourself.
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