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WOLED Vs. QD-OLED TVs: What's The Difference?

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Both WOLED and QD-LED TVs are a step above traditional LED TVs, but they differ in one particular way.

5 TVs You Should Avoid Buying In 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Emma Street) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 18:45:00 +0000

2026 may be the year for you to finally pick up a new television. There are dozens of options on the market, but which ones should you avoid entirely?

3 Telltale Signs Your Fire TV Stick Is Dying

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:45:00 +0000

Streaming problems are not always just bugs or storage issues. Certain symptoms can indicate a Fire TV Stick is getting close to the end of its lifespan.

4 Devices You Can Plug Your Fire TV Stick Into (Besides Your TV)

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:30:00 +0000

While the Fire TV Stick has "TV" right there in the name, you can plug them into other devices as well. Here are a few ideas for alternate uses.

4 Tasks Apple TV Handles Better Than Your Smart TV

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:45:00 +0000

A smart TV isn't always the smartest part of your setup. Apple TV handles key tasks more reliably as TV software slows and loses support.

3 Tasks An Amazon Fire TV Stick Handles Better Than Your Smart TV

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:45:00 +0000

Stop fighting your TV's laggy menus. Find out which three features work better on an Amazon Fire TV Stick and why your internal apps are falling behind.

Not A Smart TV, Not A Chromecast – The Google TV Device Most People Don't Know About

staff@slashgear.com (Patrick Phillips) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:45:00 +0000

Google's Chromecast devices have been retired, but there are plenty of Google TV devices for sale at various prices, including these all-in-one solutions.

5 Costco TVs That Would Be Great To Watch The Super Bowl On

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:08:24 +0000

The Super Bowl is one of the biggest sporting events, but you need a good TV to watch it on. Here are five options from Costco that are worth considering.

5 Weird Gadgets You Can Plug Into Your Smart TV

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Hindy) — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 01:30:00 +0000

Your TV is more than a screen. Its USB ports will accommodate webcams, controllers, and other gadgets that add surprising, dynamic functionality.

5 Of The Best TVs That Buyers Loved In 2025

staff@slashgear.com (Olasubomi Gbenjo) — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:15:00 +0000

Whether you're on the hunt for the sharpest picture in the world or the best you can get on a budget, there are lots of great TVs out there these days.

Is An 8K TV Worth Buying In 2026?

staff@slashgear.com (Mark Cowley) — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:15:00 +0000

8K TVs have been on the market for a long time now, but they've never quite caught on, and every year someone asks, "is this the year that it happens?"

Netflix Whiffed: The New Frustrating Feature I Absolutely Hate

staff@slashgear.com (Jack Picone) — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:15:00 +0000

Tucked away in Netflix's menus is a feature you might have heard rumblings about but never actually tried. Our writer put it to the test... and hated it.

5 Clever Ways To Hide Your TV In Plain Sight

staff@slashgear.com (Shane O'Neill) — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 19:15:00 +0000

Your living room doesn't have to revolve around a black rectangle. Find out the 5 clever ways to hide your TV in plain sight using latest design hacks.

Samsung Frame TVs Are Great, But Smart Money Shoppers Buy This Brand Instead

staff@slashgear.com (Emma Street) — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:45:00 +0000

TVs as art in a somewhat new category, defined largely by the Frame from Samsung, but there are some other contenders that are worth considering.

New Roku Feature Eliminates The Worst Part Of Finding Something To Watch

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Roku just launched a new feature -- available via an update -- that solves a real pain point with the user interface. Here's what it does and where to find it.

3 Settings To Fix Muffled Speech On Your Samsung Smart TV

staff@slashgear.com (Anthoni Oisin) — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 23:00:00 +0000

If you are having trouble with muffled speech on your Samsung Smart TV, there are solutions. Here are three settings to try that might solve the problem.

Why This Smart TV Maker Is Moving Away From Android OS

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Just like smartphones, each smart TV has its own operating system. One major brand in this market recently announced it's transitioning away from Android's.

4 Settings To Fix Muffled Speech On Your Vizio Smart TV

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:15:00 +0000

If voices sound muddy or buried on your Vizio TV, the problem may be hidden in its audio settings rather than the speakers themselves.

HDMI Vs. HDMI ARC: 3 Differences Most Users Don't Know About

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:45:00 +0000

They look identical, but HDMI and HDMI ARC ports are different. Discover the 3 hidden ways these ports handle your sound.

5 Tech Podcasts To Add To Your Rotation In 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Adam Doud) — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:15:00 +0000

If you're looking for a new tech podcast to add to your subscription list, we have some long-running, high-production value suggestions for you.