Sure enough, there is always something of interest to compare an issue of yesteryear with today’s model – whether it’s contrasting technology, prices ... of 42-43in plasma TVs.

In 2008, Pioneer introduced its Kuro 50" and 60" plasma TVs at prices up to $6,000. Considered the best by nearly every A/V expert, they cost a lot more than competing TVs, and the line was ...