Philips Tubes = Junk?

I have come across reports from various sources that Philips tubes in widescreen tellies are no good and have reliabilty issues even within the first year

is this true?

 

My Philips 28" widescreen is still looking good after 7 years.

 

Wow,that must be one of the first ones.

If it goes wrong within a year the warranty covers it.

 

It's worth purchasing your set from someone who gives a 5 year warranty.

All manufactures have some problems. Philips seem to do well in Which? reliability reports, above average which is where Sony are.