Got HDTV?

[iacas]

I just created this thread and poll because, today, I can put "yes."

Clarification: By HDTV, I don't mean the physical television, I mean the programming. Since I'm assuming not many people have HDTV programming without the ability to watch it, voting yes essentially means you have both the programming and the TV itself.

[aquacooled]

Nope.. other things that are more important for me, such as a new driver or irons or that putter or or or or.. If I bought a new TV placed it in the living room the g/f would see it right away and flip.. The golf stuff she doesnt see right away..

[iacas]

  aquacooled said:

Nope.. other things that are more important for me, such as a new driver or irons or that putter or or or or.. If I bought a new TV placed it in the living room the g/f would see it right away and flip.. The golf stuff she doesnt see right away..

I'm told the Masters in HD is a sight to see.

[Thrash13]

I don't have HDTV currently, but it's definitely on my wishlist for the next year or so. Hopefully I'll have it by this time next year.

Not only would my regular TV shows be better, but it would be great for my XBox 360 as well. I've heard there is a huge difference once HDTV is in the picture.

[cmarkmyers]

  Thrash13 said:

I don't have HDTV currently, but it's definitely on my wishlist for the next year or so. Hopefully I'll have it by this time next year.

Huge is an understatement. And for the 360 (or even an old Xbox) you will be very impressed. Going from standard TV to HDTV is like going from dial-up to high-speed. Once you have the better of the two it is impossible to go back.

And HDTV's are so cheap right now I am surprised people still aren't buying them. I will bet that 2007 will be a banner year for HDTV's and HDTV programming.

[FAHooGolfs]

  iacas said:

I'm told the Masters in HD is a sight to see.

That it is. Of course, anything in HD is a sight to see. But yeah, be sure to be sitting down and have a towel on your chest to catch the drool when you sit down to watch Augusta in HD.

[Hogan Fan]

I agree with that last post. The Masters in HD is like the first time you have sex! You can see that truly every blade of grass is in its proper place!

[SSandlin]

I've been lucky enough to have owned an HDTV (and be able to have the programming along with it) for the last three years. The last two years I've watched the majors and other golf tournaments that broadcast in HD. To be able to see the Masters on Saturday and Sunday morning in HD is unbelievable. If you have a decent stereo set up, then you can almost immerse yourself in the broadcast and you'll feel just like you're standing along the fairways. Even the British Open and other majors are stunning when the picture quality is that good. I have a 47" projection screen and I truly envy those that have the new DLP or LCD screens. The resolution capability of those is remarkable.

I can remember watching the US Open and being able to see beard stubble on some of the players. Now, while certain details of players like that isn't something you absolutely want to see (especially to those with any sinus problems), it is a testament to how good of a picture it is.

Congrats on the new toy and here's to enjoying another great golf season to come.

On a side note, college football in HD isn't that shabby either!

[SubPar]

Golf is great to watch in HD. I can actually read the grain in the greens. It feels like you are right there.

[NJDuffer]

I've had HDTV for a while and frankly one of the most disappointing things about it is the LACK of golf programming in HD.

Golf is made for HDTV but it has miles to go before I will be even a little satisfied with the number of events shown in HD.

Wait until you get to see the stretched SD that the broadcasters try to slip in during an HD broadcast, you'll flip.

There is nothing I hate more than watching one shot in HD and then hearing the announcer say something like, "as we move over to Jim Furyk's second on the 10th hole" and seeing a crappy picture.

[Ben2]

I wish. I don't think I'll ever get one.

[PutterHead]

HD rules... I find i only watch the 10 or so stations i have in HD over the 200 of the other ones, xcept the Golf Channel of course! Most sports & Discovery/Nat Geo channel type stuff are the absolute best. Golf is georgeous, football is unbelievable, as is Nascar. Had it for about 3 years now on a Sammy 46" DLP.

[PutterHead]

Here is a link to a Digital Forum.
http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=51937

This is what it says...


I fired off a letter to The Golf Channel back in July.. ya.. I said July
Quote:
Originally Posted by me
I was wondering what your time line is for HD programming? When will you
be switching?

I enjoy the golf channel and it's pretty much the only thing I watch...
except for HD channels. Can't wait until you make the move.

Well today I received a reply.
Quote:
Originally Posted by The Golf Channel
Thank you for contacting us, and per your inquiry, it's evident that you
appreciate how amazing it is to watch golf in high definition. Comcast
Corp., the parent company of both the GOLF CHANNEL and VERSUS (formerly
Outdoor Life Network), will launch a new high-definition channel in
early 2007 which will be shared by both networks. GOLF CHANNEL
programming on the new HD channel will begin Feb. 1 and showcase all the
action from the PGA TOUR in high definition. To find out if you will be
offered GOLF CHANNEL HD, check with your local cable or satellite
provider.

[ipark1303]

  iacas said:

I'm told the Masters in HD is a sight to see.

I watched last year and the sound and colors are great!

It really looks like you are on the course!

[Mfumar]

I guess it's time to get HDTV.

[aquacooled]

  iacas said:

I'm told the Masters in HD is a sight to see.

Yes I bet it is.. see my course's club house has 3 tv's with HDTV.. Im there so much Ill just sit and watch it in the club house..

However maybe we were at the local electronics store and there was this nice set up with like a 40 inch tv with a DVD playing and the G/F was like wow and looked at me and said that would be really nice to have at home wouldnt it?? So maybe it wont be that long after all.. I got her out of there before she saw the price..

[Black_Black]

  PutterHead said:

Here is a link to a Digital Forum.

AWESOME! you read my mind I was going to ask if anyone new if the Golf Channel would ever be in HD. I'll have to wait around and see if my provider will end up offering it.

  None said:

There is nothing I hate more than watching one shot in HD and then hearing the announcer say something like, "as we move over to Jim Furyk's second on the 10th hole" and seeing a crappy picture.

Does anyone know why that happens? It is the worst by the way.

[Hogan Fan]

I just upgraded to digital cable today with a cool dvr. Hope to have hdtv by the Masters!