Well I think Panasonic is simply on clearance sale of 2011 models, but then again, it's perfectly OK and indeed a great chance to own a gorgeous TV at its most reasonable price levels.
I think it's fair to say that some people see the so called green blobs and other issues, some people dont even notice them at all, some people dont know about them at all, some people choose to ignore, and some people are OK with the issues because the overall image quality is simply amazing to begin with. Iba-iba rin ang sensitivity ng tao sa colors and patterns I think. What about the color blinds?
As dannielsimone likewise advised, see a VT screen first then give us your comment. You can read stories of issues and praises all over the net, but since the model is now readily available in our favorite in-house sellers, it's definitely worth scrutinizing with your own eyes if you are interested in plasmas. Who knows even if you actually see those blobs, they might not be a big deal in your real life viewing situations. And what's the warranty condition of Boss Vic for instance in such a case?
Last time I saw a notable green monster on my V2, it was the incredible hulk.
Can't believe we can have a Panny top of the line TV at less than 40K. Very tempting considering some 2012 models might not be available in the next few months and at a premium of course.
Are the green blobs and other known issues of the 2011 models noticeable from the normal viewing experience? With 'normal' I mean the viewer will not consiously look out for these issues when watching. One thing to consider too is if the 2011 issues were corrected in 2012.