So customary is it these days to stream TV shows, movies, and other content through devices like our phones and laptops, that some of us may almost forget we can also do so through dedicated smart TVs.
The term “smart TV”, of course, refers to a television with built-in Internet capabilities that allow it to access and display such streamed content.
Why might you decide to buy a smart TV to stream content?
You might look to purchase a smart TV because of the bigger screen it typically provides compared to some of the aforementioned devices. Plus, it gives you seamless, all-in-one access to a broad range of streaming services in one place.
So, with the right smart TV set up in your home, you won’t need to depend on separate streaming devices causing clutter and confusion.
Instead, you can have a simplified and convenient-to-use entertainment setup that also provides advanced picture and sound quality. This combination will give you a more immersive experience than you could ever expect from your smartphone, tablet, or laptop.
3 things to consider as you narrow down smart TV models
So, you know you want to stream TV and film content on a device that serves as a complete gateway to all manner of entertainment options.
Here are some of the important factors to think about, as you look to determine the stream TV – such as one from the Cello Electronics range – that will be perfect for your home.
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Your streaming priorities
The chances are that if you are seeking out a TV of this type, you will already have a sense of what you watch, and how you like to watch it. So, it will be important to clarify this to yourself when you compare different models of TV for streaming.
There might be certain specific streaming services that you use or intend to use a lot of, such as Netflix or Amazon Prime Video, or catch-up apps like BBC iPlayer, ITVX, and My5.
If you tend to frequently view a particular type of content, such as live sport, this will need to factor into your thinking. Here at Cello, for instance, we offer TVs that incorporate Freeview Play, with the likes of football, rugby, athletics, and motorsports available to watch.
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The screen size that will be right for your room
The formula here is to match the size of your smart TV to your viewing space. A TV that is too small for a given room might not give you the immersive viewing experience you desire, while an overly large one in a cramped space could strain your eyes.
As a broad guideline, small rooms such as bedrooms tend to suit TVs of 32 to 43 inches. A medium-sized space like a living room will probably be the right one for a TV measuring 43 to 55 inches. Meanwhile, if you have a particularly large space to fill (or even a home cinema setup), you should probably be looking for a TV of 55 inches or above.
Measure the distance between your intended room’s seating area and where the TV will sit. Broadly speaking, you should be aiming to sit between one and 1.5 times the screen’s diagonal size away (so, about four to six feet in the case of a 43-inch TV).
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The screen resolution
The term “resolution”, on a TV screen, refers to the total number of pixels that make up the picture. So, this will greatly affect the sharpness of what you see.
For most smart TVs available today, 4K (Ultra HD) is the standard, supported by the majority of UK streaming platforms, such as BBC iPlayer. So, you can expect a 4K Ultra HD TV from our range to provide excellent detail when you stream TV shows or movies on it.
Full HD (1080p) is another option for screen resolution that you will see among our range of TVs. It gives a crisp and clear picture quality on budget TVs with smaller screens.
Turn to Cello for the perfect device for the streaming of TV content
By taking into account factors like the above in making your buying decision, you can help to ensure you get the best possible experience from your smart TV purchase, whatever you might be in the mood to stream at any given time.
For answers to any questions you may have when you are trying to make your decision, please feel free to contact the Cello customer service team today.