The Smart Home Insider
Expert Tips, Tricks, and Insights for a Smarter Home
Shoppers Guide: Buying a TV
WHAT SIZE TV SHOULD I GET?
Once the location is determined, measure the distance from the seating area to the TV.
For OPTIMAL viewing, we suggest the following RECOMMENDATIONS:
06 - 08 FT — 55”
08 - 10 FT — 65”
10 - 12 FT — 75”
12 FT+
WHAT KIND OF TV SHOULD I BUY?
The 2 most common types of TVs are LED and OLED.
LEDS:
Bright, long life span
More size/ price options
OLEDS:
High contrast
Large viewing angles
Higher picture quality
FEATURES TO LOOK FOR:
Here are some key features and why you may need them.
120 HZ: Gaming, PC Monitor
Smart TV: Airplay, Netflix, Youtube, etc.
HDR*: Higher Picture Quality
*HDR Compatible does not mean HDR
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO BUY?
New TV Models are released every year.
Check around the end of Q1 (March, April) to the beggining of Q2 for end of life sales.
During the holiday season, most tv sales (except door crashers), will start well before Black Friday or Boxing Day.
Take advantage of retail holiday price match guaruntees.