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fromThe Verge
1 day ago

The Hisense UR9 is a great first shot against OLED's bow

Hisense introduces the UR9 RGB LED TV, offering advanced technology at competitive prices but facing strong competition from OLEDs.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
1 day ago

I took 500 photos with the latest Samsung, Oppo, and Xiaomi phones - this one won the most

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra excels in camera quality, but Xiaomi 17 and Oppo Find X9 Pro also offer impressive photography capabilities.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 days ago

The $30 Google TV stick may be the budget Chromecast successor we've been waiting for

A new 4K Onn streaming stick spotted at Walmart may serve as an affordable alternative to Google Chromecast.
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fromZDNET
4 days ago

Samsung S95H vs. Samsung S95F: I compared both OLED TVs, and there's a surprise winner

Samsung's 2026 OLED models enhance picture quality and sound, competing strongly with Sony and LG in the home theater market.
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fromEngadget
3 days ago

Sony Bravia Theater Bar 5 review: A basic TV sound booster

The Sony Bravia Theater Bar 5 offers excellent sound quality and bass performance at an entry-level price, making it suitable for smaller spaces.
fromWIRED
5 days ago

I Tried TCL's Samsung Frame Competitor and It Didn't Compare

During benchmark tests, images and clips appeared lifeless with poor contrast, particularly a smoky morning scene with horses that looked washed out compared to the Frame Pro.
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fromGSMArena.com
5 days ago

Apple to use foldable panels made by Samsung Display

Apple is expected to exclusively source foldable OLED panels from Samsung Display for the next three years, with initial shipments expected to be around 3 million units.
Mobile UX
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fromAndroid Authority
6 days ago

Deal: This MNN Portable Monitor is looking promising at just under $50

The MNN Portable Monitor is now available for $49.98, making it an affordable option for digital nomads.
Television
fromZDNET
6 days ago

LG C6 vs. LG C5: I compared two generations of OLED TVs, and it was pretty darn close

LG C5 OLED TV offers great value with discounts, high-end features for streaming and gaming, and less AI integration compared to the C6.
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fromLifehacker
1 week ago

This Rolling 32-Inch Samsung Smart Monitor/TV Is $150 Off Right Now

The Samsung Movingstyle M7 4K smart monitor offers mobility and versatility at a discounted price, making it ideal for various living spaces.
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fromEngadget
6 days ago

Sony teases its next-gen 'True RGB' Mini LED TV technology

Sony introduces True RGB Mini LED TVs, emphasizing purer color and greater brightness using advanced LED backlighting technology.
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fromZDNET
1 week ago

LG G6 vs. Samsung S95H: I compared the best OLED TVs of 2026 and made a tough choice

LG G6 OLED offers stylish design, superior sports viewing features, and extensive AI integration, making it a strong choice for discerning consumers.
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fromZDNET
1 week ago

LG G6 vs. LG G5: I compared the flagship OLED TVs, and there's a surprise winner

LG's G6 OLED TV offers significant upgrades over the G5, making it a top choice for premium picture and audio quality.
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Samsung promises 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor tech by the end of the year

Samsung just announced that 120 games will be playable via its Odyssey 3D Hub platform by the end of the year. This is the platform that provides content for glasses-free 3D monitors like recent Odyssey displays. The company made this claim at, while also noting that the platform currently offers around 60 playable titles.
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#samsung
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

LG's World-First 1Hz Panel Gives the Dell XPS 48% More Battery - Yanko Design

LG Display's Oxide 1Hz panel is the first mass-produced LCD laptop screen that adjusts its refresh rate based on the content displayed, dropping to 1 Hz for static images and scaling up to 120 Hz for video or gaming.
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#samsung-s95f
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fromWIRED
1 week ago

Samsung's Best OLED From Last Year Is Priced as Low as I've Seen It on Amazon

Samsung's S95F QD-OLED TV offers exceptional brightness, vivid colors, and glare reduction, making it one of the best TVs available at a competitive price.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Television

This Samsung OLED TV from last year spoiled the way I consume content - and it's $1,000 off

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fromWIRED
1 week ago

Samsung's Best OLED From Last Year Is Priced as Low as I've Seen It on Amazon

Samsung's S95F QD-OLED TV offers exceptional brightness, vivid colors, and glare reduction, making it one of the best TVs available at a competitive price.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Television

This Samsung OLED TV from last year spoiled the way I consume content - and it's $1,000 off

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fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

LG Display starts mass-producing LTPO-like 1 Hz LCD displays for laptops

Lower-refresh-rate screens consume less battery power, with LG's Oxide 1Hz screens offering 48% more usage on a single charge.
Television
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

How high of a refresh rate does your TV really need? An expert's buying advice

Understanding refresh rates is essential for choosing the right smart TV for your entertainment needs.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

TCL unveils first AMOLED-based NxtPaper display, it's all about eye comfort

TCL's first NxtPaper AMOLED display combines paper-like reading comfort with vibrant colors through advanced polarizer technology and light management innovations.
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fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Samsung is saving its best displays for iPhones, not Galaxies

Samsung will supply Apple with its brightest LTPO+ OLED panels for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max as BOE struggles to meet brightness requirements.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Theater Shmeater! These Are My Favorite Huge TVs at Every Price

Traits I look for in a large TV include good brightness and contrast, advanced local dimming (read: good backlighting) to reduce light bleed from bright objects on dark backgrounds, accuracy to the director's intent, and impressive color saturation, especially for HDR (High Dynamic Range) content.
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fromZDNET
1 month ago

Own a Sony TV? Changing these 3 settings will greatly improve its picture quality

Sony Bravia TVs offer automatic picture optimization through Auto Picture Mode, light sensors, and manual brightness controls to achieve optimal image quality with minimal setup.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

TCL's $7,000+ flagship TV is ready to fight

From the moment I completed Google TV setup and started watching the TCL X11L I was amazed. I could immediately tell it's the brightest TV I've had in my home, but it was the color vibrancy that I found most impressive. The colors we're all most familiar with - skin tones, the sky, green grass and trees - all look as close to realistic as I've seen on a TV.
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fromEngadget
1 month ago

LG reveals pricing for its 2026 OLED TVs

The flagship LG evo G6 series ranges in price from $2,499 to $24,999. (Cue spit take.) Fortunately, that five-figure price only applies to the 97-inch model, which nobody this side of Elon Musk needs. The entry-level price is for a 55-inch OLED. Moving up the ladder, the 65-inch one costs $3,399, the 77-inch model is $4,499 and an 83-incher will set you back $6,499.
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#8k-tvs
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

LG drops 8K, leaving only one manufacturer - here's what's next for TV technology

fromZDNET
2 months ago
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LG drops 8K, leaving only one manufacturer - here's what's next for TV technology

#motion-smoothing
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

The default TV setting I always turn off when installing one - and why experts mostly agree

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Television

How to turn off motion smoothing on your TV (and why it makes such a big difference)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
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The default TV setting I always turn off when installing one - and why experts mostly agree

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Television

How to turn off motion smoothing on your TV (and why it makes such a big difference)

fromZDNET
2 months ago

Samsung is giving away free 24-inch monitors - here's how to get yours

Running a multi-monitor setup with your PC or laptop can get pricey, especially if your rig pulls double duty as a gaming build and workstation. But right now at Samsung, you can get two screens for the price of one and save some extra cash on your main screen. When you order the , you'll save $600 and get the 24-inch Samsung Essential screen (a $140 value) for absolutely free.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

I used 8 HDMI tricks to get the best performance from my TV - and most are free

Selecting the correct HDMI port, using proper cables, and enabling TV settings improves picture and audio quality and enables features like 4K/120Hz and VRR.
#hdr10
fromZDNET
2 months ago
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HDR10 vs. HDR 10+ vs. Dolby Vision: I compared the popular TV formats, and here's my verdict

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Television

HDR10 vs. HDR 10+ vs. Dolby Vision: I compared the popular TV formats, and here's my verdict

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fromZDNET
2 months ago

I changed these 5 TV settings to cut my electricity bill during the winter - how they work

Modern LED and OLED TVs use considerably less energy than older models, reducing average annual energy costs from about $54 to $32.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

Why I recommend this Samsung QLED model over pricier OLED TVs - especially at $1,000 off

Samsung QN90F delivers vibrant, detailed picture quality close to the S95F OLED, warmer color bias, strong gaming/streaming performance, and substantial current discounts.
#samsung-s90f
fromWIRED
1 month ago
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This OLED TV Is Our Top Pick for Gamers and Is at Its Lowest Price in Months

fromWIRED
1 month ago
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This OLED TV Is Our Top Pick for Gamers and Is at Its Lowest Price in Months

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fromZDNET
2 months ago

I compared the 2 best LG OLED TV models on the market right now - and there's a surprise outcome

LG G4 delivers superior color accuracy, dedicated picture modes, Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos; G5 is a refresh with incremental changes and higher price.
Television
fromZDNET
2 months ago

LG G5 vs. LG G4: I spent hours testing both OLED TVs, and this model was the surprise winner

LG G4 delivers superior color accuracy, OLED contrast, Dolby Vision HDR, Dolby Atmos, and dedicated Filmmaker Mode; G5 is a modest refresh with incremental changes.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

This TCL mini-LED TV competes with pricey OLEDs - and the lab results back it up

The Mini LED panel itself got an upgrade with 6,000 precision dimming zones for enhanced contrast that rivals OLED TVs, a peak brightness of 6,500 nits for better visibility in bright rooms and direct sunlight, an anti-glare matte screen to reduce the "halo" effect you sometimes see with LED backlighting, and improved LED technology for better color accuracy. A 7,000:1 contrast ratio means you'll get crisp details in dark scenes and inky blacks that make colors pop.
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fromZDNET
1 month ago

I changed 13 settings on my TV to dramatically improve its performance - here's how

TVs are no longer just displays that you connect to a cable box or streaming device to make them smarter. Also: Got a TCL TV? Change these 16 settings ASAP - here's why They're full-fledged computers now, complete with operating systems, app stores, background services, and internet connections. As a result, they come with a ton of hidden settings, permissions, and features that most people never know about or use.
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fromZDNET
1 month ago

Own a TCL TV? Changing these 12+ settings made a big difference for mine

TCL is known for its budget TVs, but in recent years, it has delivered some jaw-dropping models and consistently rolled out excellent hardware that often rivals far more expensive sets. My issue, however, is that most TCL TVs ship with default settings that do not give you the best picture, performance, or privacy protections at home. Luckily, the fix is simple.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

Why last year's LG C5 OLED is my top TV recommendation right now - especially at 50% off

Picture quality is the most important aspect of a TV; the C5 OLED delivers exceptional visuals, an ultra-thin futuristic design, and careful packaging.
Television
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Who's who and what's what in TVs in 2026

TV manufacturers are trending toward RGB LED models while LG remains the OLED leader, improving OLED brightness via four-stack panel implementations.
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fromwww.wired.com
2 months ago

Sony's Biggest QLED Screens See Big Discounts This Weekend

Sony Bravia 9 large TVs deliver extreme brightness, vivid quantum-dot color, and deep discounts, but have limited HDMI 2.1 ports and some uniformity/viewing-angle issues.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

Watching football? Change these 5 settings on your TV for better performance instantly

Reduce sharpness and disable motion smoothing to avoid artificial edge enhancement and unnatural motion, then fine-tune settings for balanced, noise-free picture quality.
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fromZDNET
2 months ago

Don't make these HDMI mistakes: 8 ways to get the best performance from your TV (most are free)

Selecting the correct HDMI ports, cables, and TV settings significantly improves picture and audio quality and prevents HDMI problems.
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