Phillips widescreen TVs start at 26 inches and get as large as 34 inches for their conventional CRT televisions, whereas their plasma televisions and other flat panel designs, they get as large as 50 inches. Budget and space will dictate the size and type of television best fits your viewing environment, but there's a widescreen television to fit almost any budget, letting you see all the details of movies and high definition programming. With six models of widescreen televisions, excluding the flat panel designs, there are almost as many widescreen televisions as standard 4:3 aspect ratio televisions made by Phillips.

Phillips widescreen TVs share some features with regular 4:3 aspect ratio televisions, such as HD-compatibility virtual Dolby surround sound, making the audio quality as stunning as the visual display. While this will satisfy those primarily interested in the video detail, the simulated surround sound may not be enough for those with a critical ear, so the TVs are easily connected to a home stereo system, completing the home theatre environment. A strong consideration in making the choice between a 4:3 television and a widescreen television should be whether you plan on watching high definition television, which is broadcast in widescreen format.

Features of Phillips Widescreen TVs

Some Phillips widescreen TVs dramatically simplify this process with the Phillips Compass UI, a graphical user interface that eases menu navigation. On other models, the QuadraSurf remote control allows individual family members to customize the remote control at the touch of button, allowing favorite programs to be brought up in a snap, similar to having individual user accounts on a home computer. Another feature not to be overlooked is the component video inputs, which display video in greater detail than the common composite inputs.

If you are in the market for a larger television, you may also want to consider flat panel displays. These provide greater versatility in where they can be placed, and some models from Phillips even include FM radio tuners. Even if you're looking for a small TV, there are widescreen flat televisions that may be ideal for the kitchen counter or college dorm room.