TV was invented a long time ago. There were times when he was the second most popular source of information after the newspaper. Yes, and people have fun most often with the help of TV. Now the situation has changed. Some people refuse to watch television at all. But even they have a TV - it is used to watch movies from a USB flash drive and connect a game console. In short, let's consider the main difficulties of choosing a TV.
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The best TV manufacturers - which company to choose
Recently, the production of television ceased to be something incredibly difficult. Even unnamed Chinese companies can do this with might and main.
If you want to buy a quality TV, it is better to pay attention to the following brands:
1. Samsung
South Korean manufacturer that sells the largest number of televisions around the world. The most expensive models are based on quantum dot technology (QLED).
2. LG
Another South Korean company, not abandoning the production of televisions. In the top price segment, it relies on OLED, like many of its other competitors.
3. Philips
Televisions under this brand are created by the Chinese company TP Vision. Most often, they have the best value for money.
4. Sony
The Japanese company makes a high margin on their LCD TVs, which makes them not the most profitable acquisition. But they look great!
5. Panasonic
The devices from this Japanese manufacturer also have a great appearance. Problems they often have with Smart TV technology.
6. Toshiba
This is one of the few manufacturers that creates LCD matrices for their TVs on their own.
The rest of the companies mainly produce low cost devices, which often fail. If you want to learn more about brands, check out our article "The best TV manufacturers».
The principle of operation and device TV
The days of pot-bellied CRT TVs are irretrievably gone. Now the TV device has become both simpler and more difficult at the same time. Modern models have a small thickness, so that they occupy a minimum of space.
The processing of pictures from them is assigned to a completely real processor, though not quite the same as we used to see in desktop computers. Also in the composition of the modern TV includes other components, which usually can boast of tablets and other mobile devices. But you do not need to know about them, since their parameters are rarely indicated in the technical specifications.
But on the other hand, each manufacturer necessarily writes about how many connectors its creation has. After all, it depends on what kind of external equipment the user can connect. Modern TVs are also surprised that they can incorporate two TV tuners and support for many digital formats.
The picture is now displayed on the LCD, which can be made using different technologies. Even in the composition of almost any TV comes stand. Also, the device can be hung on the wall - only the cheapest and smallest models do not have holes for the corresponding fastening. And finally, it is impossible not to note the presence of speakers. Usually there are two, but some televisions have a larger number of them built in (and sometimes even a full-fledged subwoofer is introduced).
There was a time when a webcam was built into the LCD TVs. But now it is no longer needed, since the version of Skype for Smart TV was eliminated a few years ago.
Types of TVs
If you think about it, then TVs are quite different from each other.In this regard, their entire range is divided on several grounds:
Screen diagonal
Most often, TVs are divided by the size of the display. For example, there is a mass of small TVs, the screen of which has a diagonal of 19-22 inches. Such devices are purchased for children's rooms, kitchens and other small spaces. Also in theory, such a TV can be installed in the car.
The devices with a 24-inch screen are also very popular. This is already a fairly large TV that can be used in the office - as a monitor. Some people buy similar models to install at home - in some small room. But if you want to get the most pleasure from watching movies and TV shows, then it is better to pay attention to the device, the screen diagonal of which exceeds 28 inches. The maximum in our stores you can find 108-inch TVs - these are real monsters that do not fit in any room.
Screen type
No less often modern TVs are divided according to the type of display mounted in them:
1. LED (or LCD) is a standard LCD matrix with a separate backlit layer, due to which the picture is rarely perfect.
2. Plasma - in recent years, it has ceased to occur in televisions, because the technology has proved to be too expensive and inconvenient.
3. OLED - this screen is based on organic LEDs. You are waiting for high saturation, perfect contrast, as well as the best white and black colors.
4. QLED is actually all the same organic light-emitting diodes, but implemented using Samsung-developed technology and called quantum dots.
Design
More TVs can be divided by the way their design is implemented. Of course, these are not mobile phones - sliders and clamshells are not waiting for you. Instead, televisions are as follows:
1. Flat
These are the vast majority of televisions.
2. Curved
Expensive and very large devices are concave, which contributes to a better view of the picture. Sometimes motors are built into such devices that bend the TV after it is turned on.
TV selection options
Screen
First of all, any customer focuses on the diagonal of the display. After all, there is no point in putting a small TV in the living room. And in the nursery, on the contrary, you need a smaller device. But the diagonal is not the only characteristic. You should also pay attention to the display resolution.
Small TVs have HD-resolution (720p). This may be enough for some, but will not seem enough to many. Large TVs have a resolution of Full HD (1080p). But lately, 4K-resolution is gaining popularity. With this screen you will enjoy an incredibly clear picture.
Be sure to pay attention to the manufacturing technology of the LCD matrix. If you have money for OLED-TV (or QLED), then do not be stingy. Such devices give the highest quality image, while they are economical in terms of energy consumption.
The sweep frequency is another important display parameter, measured in Hertz (in fact, frames per second). The higher this characteristic is, the smoother the picture will appear. This is especially important if you like to watch movies.
Speakers
You should think about this option if you are not going to connect an external audio system to the TV. The total power of stereo speakers must be at least 10 watts. And even this may not be enough in the future. In expensive TVs can be installed more than two speakers - this contributes to an excellent immersion in what is happening on the screen. But with multichannel acoustics it still doesn’t compare.
Connectors
Many people do not think about which connectors will be built into their TV. And in vain, since this is a very important point.For example, two HDMI ports may not be enough if you occasionally acquire new equipment.
Pay attention to those connectors that are responsible for the sound output - they must match the ones in your speaker system. Smart TVs can have an Ethernet port (RJ-45) - it will allow you to connect the TV to the router without using Wi-Fi.
But more important are USB connectors. In theory, you can limit yourself to one port. But more of them will allow you to connect any peripherals or external hard drive, while not abandoning the USB-flash drive.
Smart TV and 3D support
The presence of the function Smart TV turns the TV into some analogue of a tablet computer. Created this function can be based on WebOS, Android TV, Tizen and some other operating systems.
With Smart TV, you can watch movies in online cinemas, visit different sites and perform other activities. But be sure to read the reviews and reviews on the selected TV - on some models, Smart TV shamelessly slows down, which greatly annoys users.
If we talk about support for 3D, then its importance is greatly exaggerated. Practice shows that the buyer is interested in this opportunity in the first month of owning a TV. Then this function is used extremely rarely.
This is due to the fact that the amateur 3D-video did not become available. But if you are an ardent fan of this technology, then it is better to buy a TV with 3D support than without it.
Implemented 3D function can be as follows:
1. Shutter technology
Frames for the left and right eyes alternate alternately, as well as the lenses on the glasses open and close. The disadvantage is that the glasses work with batteries, which makes them somewhat heavy.
2. Polarization technology
There is a special layer on the screen, thanks to which the left and right glasses lenses see their own picture.
Wireless technology
If the TV you choose has support for Smart TV, then pay attention to what wireless modules it has. The fact is that the easiest way to access the Internet is via Wi-Fi. If his support is not there, then you will have to use a cable, which is inconvenient. Also, many modern LCD TVs have Bluetooth support, with which you can connect wireless headphones.
Other features
Pay attention when buying a TV and its other parameters. For example, it is weight - heavy TV will be difficult to hang on the wall alone. Also, interest in you can cause a number of TV tuners.
But on the line “supported formats” in the list of characteristics, we recommend not paying attention. The fact is that sometimes there are films encoded in a supported format, but with a very high bitrate, which is why they are not played in any case.
Check all this is necessary in practice. For example, you can come to the store with a USB-stick, which recorded test videos, asking them to play.
If you are buying a used TV, then check out the list of supported digital TV formats. If there is no DVB-T2 in this list, then you will have to additionally buy a digital set-top box. As for new TVs, they understand this format.
Moreover, most often they have support for DVB-C and DVB-S2, which allows you to directly connect cable and satellite TV.
Which TV is better to choose
The choice of TV depends on where and how you are going to use it:
1. Can you watch satellite and terrestrial TV? Then a model with two TV tuners and a Picture-in-Picture feature can come in handy.
2. Are buying tv for the kitchen or children's room? Pay attention to the compact model. Smart TV you do not need, and the number of connectors may be minimal.
3. Looking for a TV for the living room? We'll have to fork out for a version with a display diagonal of 32 inches.This is the case when support for Smart TV is important, as well as the number of connectors and the power of the speakers.
4. Want to buy yourself a top TV to surprise guests? In this case, you need an option with an OLED or QLED screen. The model will be ideal with a curved display.
5. Need TV in the car? Look for a budget model with a small screen. You must have a USB port, as you or passengers are unlikely to watch television in the car.
6. Buying a PlayStation 4 Pro or Xbox One X TV? You need model with 4K display and HDR technology support.
How much are the TVs
In recent years, buying a TV is becoming more expensive pleasure. Manufacturers need to introduce new technologies that greatly affect the price tag:
1. There are budget models, equipped with a small screen with HD-resolution. Such TVs cost from 7 to 12 thousand rubles. But no one guarantees the durability of such a device.
2. Qualitative models with a thin frame are estimated at 13-20 thousand rubles. And this is only about compact TVs!
3. If you are looking for a device for the living room, you will have to part with an amount that equals or even exceeds the average salary in Russia. In particular, you can count on 21-30 thousand rubles.
4. The most expensive are models with 4K-screen - their price tag starts from about 31 thousand rubles. If you want this very display to be made using OLED or QLED technology, then you will have to find somewhere between 80 and 400 thousand rubles. Prices are for the summer of 2017 - gradually OLED TVs are still getting cheaper.
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