In today’s era, when we go out to buy a TV, the first question that comes to mind is whether to get a regular LED or a Smart TV? Apparently, both look the same, but there is a world of difference in their performance and technology.
​In today’s post, we will learn how both of these work and what the fundamental difference is between them.
​What is a regular LED TV?
A regular LED TV is just a display device. Its job is only to show the signals it receives through cable, dish, or HDMI cable.
​How it works: It has no operating system. It is based on a simple electronic circuit that shows the input signal in the form of video on the screen.
Limitations: You cannot install apps like YouTube or Netflix on it by yourself.
​What is a Smart TV?
A Smart TV is like a computer. Inside it, there is its own operating system like Android TV, WebOS, or Tizen, and it has built-in internet connectivity (Wi-Fi).
​How it works: It works like a smartphone. It has a processor, RAM, and storage inside. You can download your favorite apps, play games, and do web browsing on it.
​Modern technology of Smart TV
Inside a Smart TV, “System on a Chip” (SoC) technology is used. It is a small chip that contains the processor, graphics card, and memory controller. This is why a Smart TV needs software to keep it synchronized with the hardware.
​Can a regular TV be made smart?
If you already have a good regular LED TV, there is no need to replace it. You can buy an “Android TV Box” or “Fire TV Stick” from the market and plug it into your TV’s HDMI port. This small device will turn your regular TV into a modern Smart TV.
​Decision: Which one is better for you?
If your budget is low and you only want to watch cable TV or dish, then a regular TV is excellent.
If you are fond of Netflix, YouTube, gaming, and voice commands (like Google Assistant), then a Smart TV should be your choice.
​Have you ever used an Android TV box? Share your experiences with us in the comments!
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