The Evolution of Smart TVs – What there is to know

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2008 was a year that transformed the TV industry, as many people witnessed the first-ever produced smart TV. Over the years, the market has witnessed an influx of these awesome entertainment gadgets, with better designs and pre-installed software. Hence, I will explain some of the fantastic features you will find in a modern TCL smart TV. So, sit tight and let the journey begin.

Smart TVs and the Internet

Before 2008, TVs shared no connection with the internet because they did not have that functionality. Primarily many homes had dish tv setups. Today, you can access a wide range of streaming platforms online via your smart TV, including Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube. Your TV model connects to the internet to form the Internet of Things (IoT), which makes it possible to control other gadgets in your home seamlessly.

You can play video games and use recognition software, like Siri, Google Assistant, and Alexa, to perform several tasks – all from the comfort of your sofa. Newer models come with additional, mind-blowing features that take your viewing experience to a whole new level.

Accessing Pre-Loaded Apps on My Smart TV

It is not uncommon to find smart-TVs with pre-loaded applications that are on standby for use. On turning the TV, you will be greeted with a tiled-like set of apps. You can personalize your display to keep some TV apps on the screen and discard the rest. This feature gives you unique and entertaining viewing experience.

In recent times, there are tons of applications that provide various offers, including movies, sports, horoscope, streaming TV programs, and live news.

My Smart TV’s Bluetooth Compatibility

Bluetooth technology has been around for two decades, with its first consumer launch in 1999. Hence, it is not a new subject. However, in the TV industry, Bluetooth compatibility is worth the applaud, as you can now connect your smart TV to other devices, including speakers and headsets. Gone are those days you had to use AUX cables to transmit sounds from your TV set to other entertainment gadgets.

It is now possible to transfer media files from your smartphone to your smart TV, including photos, videos, and music.

My Smart TV Display Resolution

Your smart TV resolution comprises pixels. As the latter increases in number, the former tends to get better in terms of quality. However, this is not always the case, as other factors like color, contrast ration, and high dynamic range performance come into play. Hence, it is easy to spot an HDR display than a 4k display in a vacuum. It is all about having top-quality colours than just pixels.

Presently, there are 4k and 8k Ultra HD smart TVs. 4k models come with about 8.3 million pixels (exceeding the 1080p Full HD display by four times), whereas 8k models, which are the latest in the industry, feature 33.3 million pixels – four times higher than the 4k display. With more evolution in technology, there will be more quantum leaps in the TV industry that will affect consumers.

However, at the moment, you can shop for a smart TV based on your preference and your budget, as there is a wide range of brands and models that cater to all budget sizes. If you consider TV shopping to be an investment, you will most likely get the best deal.