TV Buying Guide

More often than not, we hear customers wish they had chosen a bigger TV, rather than a smaller model. Why? Think about the screen resolutions from the section above. As the level of detail increased with higher resolutions, we gained the ability to put bigger screens in just about any room of the house. We used to sit far enough away from a TV screen so any imperfections in the image wouldn't be noticeable. That's not really the case now. With the extreme lifelike picture of a 4K or 8K TV, even if you sit closer, the precise detail makes it an outstanding experience. Being able to choose a bigger screen, regardless of room size, is a main benefit of 4K and 8K technology. 

Plus, with the sleek design of modern TVs, larger screens take up much less space than you might think. That's because the size of the bezel (the outside edge that frames your screen) has become much thinner in recent years, so much so that the dimensions of a new 60" class TV with a thin bezel are roughly the same as an older 55" class TV.

When it comes to screen size, consider the resolution before deciding on a size. If you choose 4K or 8K technology, you can think less about the distance from screen to sofa, and more about the size you'll need to fill the space. The resolution of those TVs will provide a clear picture, from anywhere in the room.

Today's TVs aren't just about outstanding resolution and screen size — convenience is a priority. Many TVs now come with voice control functionality built right in. Just ask Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa to find your program, make suggestions, or add entertainment to your list and you're set.

LED (light-emitting diode) TVs are the most popular TV type on the market, delivering excellent overall picture quality. Most LED TVs are edge-lit, which means the lights are located on the edges of the TV. Other LED TVs offer a direct lit design. Here, the lights are placed on the edges of the TV and behind the screen to deliver better light uniformity. Another form of LED lighting is called full array. This technology includes more numerous lights that are placed behind the screen. The benefit here is not only in the brightness of the TV, but also in the ability to dim the screen properly during darker scenes. This is called local dimming, and it can make a big difference in picture quality. LED TVs are a great choice for all lighting conditions, especially well-lit rooms. 

OLED (organic light-emitting diode) TVs offer an entirely different technology to light the screen. With these TVs, a thin film of material emits the light that covers the entire screen. Then, each pixel works independently to light up or darken, depending on the image. The benefits are that OLED screens provide an extremely high degree of color accuracy, great contrast, wide viewing angles and a picture that is virtually blur-free.

Whether you have a partially shaded veranda, or a pool area situated in full sunshine, we have the outdoor TV that's perfect for your location. They're weatherproof, extremely bright to accommodate any location, and engineered specifically for outdoor use.