Philips Tubes = Junk?

[ZenmasteR]

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?

 

[colinbarber]

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

 

[atmoscinema]

Originally posted by colinbarber
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.

 

[colinbarber]

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.