My main TV is 6 1/2 yrs. old with no problems. I'm hoping it lasts a few more years, as I agree that newer is not better. When I got a new refrigerator in 2008, they told me not to expect it to last the the 24 yrs. the 1st one did. I also opted not bo purcase a new washer & dryer because of all the touchy electronics they now have. Everything is computerized now & much more likely to break down & more costly to repair.