LG’s 2024 OLED M4 takes AI processing to new heights ahead of CES

With a new 65-inch model joining its larger siblings, LG's 2024 OLED lineup gets more powerful, while still getting rid of annoying wires.

Phil Nickinson     January 8, 2024

Samsung’s 2024 TVs are bigger and packed with AI and accessibility features

Samsung's CES 2024 lineup of QLED and OLED TVs offer up some bigger sizes, advanced AI features, and accessibility features for better sound and picture.

Derek Malcolm     January 7, 2024

TVs, soundbars, speakers and more: What we’re expecting in home theater at CES 2024

It's not a big secret that we're going to see some pretty incredible TV tech at CES 2024 — and some of the companies already have let the cat out of the bag.

Phil Nickinson     January 6, 2024

Roku TV turns 10, celebrates with new Pro Series mini-LED sets

As Roku TV enters its second decade of existence, it's adding a new trio of Pro Series televisions to its smart TV lineup.

Phil Nickinson     January 3, 2024

Software update looks to make the Vizio experience even faster

Vizio smart TVs from 2021 and up (and some from 2020) are about to get a software update that should make the Vizio Home experience a good bit faster.

Phil Nickinson     December 20, 2023

Don’t like giant ads on Amazon Fire TV? Then don’t buy one

Amazon Fire TV made a change that causes some users to be forced into full-screen ads and promos. We shouldn't be surprised.

Phil Nickinson     November 30, 2023

You Asked 11: throwing shade on OLED, TVs vs. PC monitors

Can sunlight damage your OLED? Why do monitors look better in the store? And is a TV or PC monitor better for gaming and streaming? Let's find out.

Caleb Denison     November 19, 2023

Hisense teases 110-inch, 10,000-nit TV ahead of CES 2024

Hisense's 110UX will be the brightest consumer TV ever made when it debuts at CES 2024.

Simon Cohen     November 16, 2023

Sharp’s promised Roku OLED TV is now available and deeply discounted

Sharp has released its promised OLED-powered Roku TV in both 55- and 65-inch screen sizes.

Simon Cohen     November 15, 2023

The hidden costs of buying a 4K TV are way higher than you think

It's a great time to buy a 4K TV. But if you want 4K quality, count on spending a lot more every month.

Simon Cohen     November 4, 2023

Everyone is missing the point on streaming video

Asking whether streaming video is still worth it is very much asking the wrong question. At least if you care about your own control and flexibility.

Phil Nickinson     October 27, 2023

This is as close as we’ll get to a dumb TV anytime soon

It's not quite what folks want in a true dumb TV, but that TCL gives you any option not to use the full Google TV system is a good choice to have.

Phil Nickinson     October 14, 2023

Which streaming platform has the best screensavers?

Amazon, Apple, Google, and Roku each has good options for screensavers on their various streaming devices. But one platform definitely stands out.

Phil Nickinson     October 13, 2023

Should you buy an obsolete Apple TV?

This probably should go without saying, but we'll say it anyway: Do not buy obsolete hardware with unsupported software. Even if it's inexpensive.

Phil Nickinson     October 4, 2023

Sony’s A75L is its most affordable 4K OLED TV so far

You'll soon be able to buy Sony's Bravia A75L OLED 4K TV, which lowers the entry price of a Sony OLED TV by up to $500.

Simon Cohen     September 27, 2023

Why TCL’s 5,000-nit X955 is a brightness bomb of QD-mini-LED

The new TCL flagship TV promises unprecedented brightness power and brightness control.

Caleb Denison     September 26, 2023

Vizio’s new Quantum 4K QLED TVs hit 75 inches for $699

Vizio's back with two new 4K QLED TVs that offer tons of features and big-screen sizes for very competitive prices.

Simon Cohen     September 25, 2023

Roku adds NFL Zone to its software, and not a moment too soon

Roku is making it even easier to keep up with your favorite NFL team, and live games, via its new NFL Zone on its home screen.

Phil Nickinson     September 12, 2023

Hisense just debuted the world’s largest mini-LED TV at 100 inches

Hisense's 100-inch U8K is the world's largest mini-LED 4K TV and yet at $10,000, it's far from the most expensive big-screen TV you can buy.

Simon Cohen     September 11, 2023

How to update software on a Samsung smart TV

Keeping your Samsung smart TV software up to date ensures you're getting the best performance from your set. Here are a few ways to find and install updates.

Michael Bizzaco     August 30, 2023

Roku and Amazon are so close to making subtitles easy to toggle

While it's relatively easy to toggle captions and subtitles inside apps, two remote controls are frustratingly close to make it a one-button endeavor.

Phil Nickinson     August 16, 2023

LG’s new M-Series Wireless OLED TVs start at $5,000

LG has announced the suggested pricing for its new M3 OLED TVs with wireless technology, with orders expected to open late August 2023

Caleb Denison     August 9, 2023

LG’s giant, wireless OLED TV gets a giant price

If you want to hang LG's 97-inch wireless TV on your wall, here's how much it will cost and when you can get one.

Simon Cohen     August 3, 2023

Hisense kicks off its U8K mini-LED TV availability with deep discounts

Hisense has just released its flagship 2023 U8K mini-LED TV and has thrown in some big discounts to mark the occasion.

Simon Cohen     August 1, 2023

TV model numbers are confusing enough, and Samsung’s making it worse

TV model numbers are confusing enough, but what Samsung is doing with its OLED TVs is downright misleading.

Simon Cohen     July 31, 2023

Hisense’s mini-LED U6K TV arrives, starting at $500

Hisense has released the most affordable mini-LED TV you can buy – the 2023 U6K, which comes in 55-, 65-, and 75-inch sizes starting at $500.

Simon Cohen     July 25, 2023

The Roku Channel is now available as a Google TV app

The Roku Channel — the free, ad-supported streaming service from Roku — is now available on Google TV and Android TV as a standalone app.

Phil Nickinson     July 12, 2023

This Samsung S90C OLED TV news is literally huge

Samsung's excellent S90C OLED line now comes in a whopping 83 inches, with a price tag to match.

Phil Nickinson     July 11, 2023

How we test streaming video devices

Whether it's Roku, Amazon, Apple, or others — we apply the same standards to every streaming device that comes our way. Here's how we test them.

Phil Nickinson     June 29, 2023

Vizio’s aging SmartCast reborn as Vizio Home Screen, with better content discovery features

Vizio gives its smart TVs a full visual and usability refresh with an updated home screen that makes content discovery easier.

Simon Cohen     June 28, 2023

Formula E adds Roku for streaming and expands on CBS

Formula E will find 11 races streamed on The Roku Channel, starting with its 2024 season.

Phil Nickinson     June 27, 2023

What is PHOLED? Your eyes (and your utility bill) are going to love it

OLED TVs offer the best picture quality you can get, but PHOLED technology is about to make these TVs even better.

Simon Cohen     June 20, 2023

Samsung takes on TCL with 98-inch 4K TV that costs just $8,000

The price of ultra-big screen TVs is dropping rapidly, and Samsung is doing its part with a new 98-inch version of its Q80C QLED TV that costs $8,000.

Simon Cohen     June 20, 2023

Does QD-OLED have a burn-in problem?

Samsung has thrown a lot of shade at LG's OLED TVs over the years over potential burn-in problems. Have the tables finally turned?

Simon Cohen     June 14, 2023