If you're looking for a flat tube TV, I'd recommend Panasonic. Years ago in college I worked in an electronics/appliance store. Flat tubes were new and Panasonic was one of the first. I sold my parents a 27". The picture was incredible, and still is. The black/white, color is really good. I bought a new 32" version last Oct and I LOVE it.
The picture is incredible, and the remote is really good too. Very easy to use (the menu too) but it isn't clogged with too many buttons. Still does it all. Plenty of inputs.
BTW, there is a Sony for the same price and pretty much the same features. I just prefer Panasonic for TV's although I like Sony in general too.