Asda introduces £98 HD TV

UK supermarket chain Asda is selling a 19-inch HD-ready TV for under 100 this Christmas.

The Luxor TV also comes with built-in Freeview giving buyers access to 50 channels and 24 radio stations.It’s the latest deal from Asda following its 40 Blu-ray player it promoted last month.

Asda is also offering a Luxor PVR 250-690 digital recorder priced at 89 which features 250GB storage space for up to 180 hours of TV programmes. Then there’s a 198 32-inch Luxor TV available with built-in Freeview.

Asda technology expert Michael Arnott, said: We want to ensure that high quality, high definition entertainment is affordable for all of our customers. Christmas is a time when families get together to relax and home entertainment is a huge part of that.”

For a long time, HDTV has been at a premium price. Our latest range of TVs make HD affordable for all families who wish to enjoy it.”

An Asda statement added: "At 98, the TV is the perfect gift for children’s bedrooms or that dull corner of the kitchen. The price beats Argos, where an almost identical Bush set costs over 20 more."