Catching all of your favourite TV shows and films each week is nearly impossible. There is always something that comes up and before you know it, you are two or three episodes behind and have no idea what is going on any more. A quality HDD recorder will solve this problem in an instant. The real question then becomes, which HDD recorder is the best fit for you? While you could go out and spend more money on a top-of-the-line HDD recorder than you did on your TV, that is not necessary. Something simple that can get the job done is all you need. Double layer recording, HDMI interface, 1080P upscaling and a sizeable hard drive are the key components when looking for a quality HDD recorder.
Of course, you will need a good TV to watch your recorded TV shows and films on. With the LG 50pk590 you have the luxury of a giant 50” screen that broadcasts in full HD. It may not be a Sony, but this 50” behemoth comes at a fraction of the cost and is still equipped with all of the key features of a plasma TV. If you are on the go and still want to enjoy some of your recordings, look into a cheap portable DVD player. These guys come at a bargain and are great for keeping you occupied on those long road trips and gruelling flights. If you have kids and would like to enjoy some peace and quiet during these types of trips, the portable DVD player does the trick there as well.