I work for Directtv and although 720p is technically a lower resolution than 1080i the difference is so small that almost nobody would be able to tell the difference. the deals this year will be 720p dont shy away you will pay less and still be satisfied
I went to two different Sears located by my house. Not only did neither of them have this TV, but the model number did not even come up in their system. I'm in the Seattle area.