Review Geek - When Should You Upgrade Your TV?

March 22, 2023

Even the best TVs need to be replaced at some point. Your TV may grow dim, develop dead pixels, slow down like an old computer, or simply fall behind the times. And these problems aren’t always easy to spot.

Check our top story to learn when you should upgrade your TV, plus some estimates on when your TV may develop problems.

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-Andrew

We’re living in a beautiful time when it comes to televisions. Bigger and better TVs are available and the prices are generally lower than ever before. The TVs of today are devices that most of us couldn’t have even imagined just a decade ago. With so many great models on the market, you might be wondering if you should upgrade yours now. This leads us to a common question, “How often should I upgrade my TV?” Read More »

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