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Most "smart" TVs work perfectly fine as a dumb panel if you just don't give them internet access. And because they're sold expecting to get a bit of money back
by delecti 2y ago
Most "smart" TVs work perfectly fine as a dumb panel if you just don't give them internet access. And because they're sold expecting to get a bit of money back on ads, it's generally cheaper than a truly dumb panel of the same quality. I've got a Samsung QN90B and it has never once complained about not having internet access, and the UI is plenty responsive.
- babypuncher 2y agoYou can't even get "dumb" panels of the same quality. They're all built to be used as digital signage, so they usually skip consumer-oriented features like HDR, VRR, eARC, even 4k can be rare. I'm not sure there are any OLED options.
- hi-v-rocknroll 2y agoI have a QN90A that operates as a "dumb" panel via a HDMI-CEC through a combination of receiver and Apple TV 4K. Rarely/never need the TV remote and there's zero point to giving the TV internet access. The receiver has internet access so it can play Tidal.