You have an LG TV with a perfect image on the left half, but the right half is black or has vertical stripes.

Standard repair logic says a cracked screen is a total loss. The replacement panel costs more than a new TV.

In the modern world of consumer electronics, the flat-screen television has become both a blessing and a curse. While the picture quality of LED and LCD TVs has reached cinematic heights, their fragility and repair complexity have turned them into disposable items for the average consumer. However, for the savvy technician, hobbyist, or e-waste recycler, every broken TV represents an opportunity.