GSMC Tech Podcast Episode 7: Best TVs, New Androids, Laundry Robots, and Portable Microwaves (6-13-1

In today's episode Jonathan talks about:

Article Title:  Buying a TV? Here are 11 things you need to know

URL: Timsguide.com  http://bit.ly/1WIxceA

Synopsis:

SD 720x480, Full HD 1920x1080, 4k 4096x2160

Important: HDMI 2.0 to accommodate future Ultra HD sources

• Don’t buy a TV with less than 1080p resolution (i.e. avoid 720p sets).
• SD 720x480, Full HD 1920x1080, 4k 4096x2160
• Don't buy a TV with less than a 120 Hz refresh rate.
• Consider a 4K Ultra HD TV if you want your TV to be acceptable five years from now.
• OLED TVs look much better than a typical LED LCD, but they are considerably more expensive.
• For state-of-the-art models, look for an HDR-compatible set, which offers more realistic colors.
• Ignore contrast ratio specs: manufacturers fudge the numbers. Trust your own eyes.
• Look for at least 4 HDMI ports; 4K shoppers should ask about HDCP compatibility.
• Curved TVs are a fashion statement. They don’t benefit image quality.
• Most TVs are “smart TVs” these days. Don’t be tricked into thinking this is a big deal.
• Plan to buy a soundbar. TV speakers are worse nowadays because the screens are thinner.

 Article title:  Best TVs 2016

URL: tomsguide.com http://bit.ly/1thbAJD

Synopsis:

• (Budget TV) $499
• InsiginuaRuku TV
• SCREEN SIZE50 inches
• SCREEN TECHNOLOGYLED LCD
• RESOLUTION4K (3,840 x 2,160)
• REFRESH RATE60Hz
• HDMI PORTS4
• WEIGHT (POUNDS)44.2
• DIMENSIONS (INCHES)44.2 x 27.4 x 12.1

• (Best 40 inch TV) $299.99
• SCREEN SIZE40 inches
• SCREEN TECHNOLOGYLED
• RESOLUTION1080p
• REFRESH RATE60Hz
• HDMI PORTS3
• WEIGHT (POUNDS)22
• DIMENSIONS (INCHES)21.9 x 36.5 x 3.4

• (best