Tang also sees plasma to force a shift in focus for rear projection (RPTV) displays. In the recent past high end RPTV displays have been able to compete with plasma on the basis of offering 1080p. With plasma manufacturers focusing on that market segment, future RPTV development may need to be oriented toward lower end displays to remain viable. As analog television is replaced in many countries by digital, this could conceivably be a large market to conquer within the next 1-3 years.
With an ever growing market, and competition at every price point, this Christmas may be a good time for many consumers who have waited to jump into digital television, or maybe just to upgrade to new technology, to buy.
Source: This Week In Consumer Electronics