I guess this is the forum to ask.

Does anyone now anything about HD (tv) standards ? Specifically i'm interested if there is a difference between EU and US standards. I thought the max standard resolution was 1920x1080, but televisions in showrooms don't seem to be like this, most are 1024x2080 (using rectangular pixels I assume).

Also, has the refresh rate been standardized or do we have to deal with 50/60 Hz US/EU differences again ?

Not that i have anywhere near the amount of money to buy a top of the range HD tv, but I'm curious.