Buying guides
Plain-English help for the big decisions: which technology, which size, what to spend and what to skip.
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What size TV should I buy? Distance and the math, in plain language
A simple distance-to-screen rule, a lookup table for common sizes and the room factors that should nudge you up or down.
Nov 9, 2026 · 3 min read
TV buying mistakes: common regrets and how to avoid them
Seven mistakes that show up again and again in reviews and buyer guidance, and a quick fix for each.
Nov 9, 2026 · 3 min read
How to buy a TV: size, room, technology and what to ignore
A step-by-step way to choose a TV you will still be happy with in several years, with the specs that matter and the ones that do not.
Nov 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Best TV for sports: motion, brightness and viewing angles
What makes a TV good for live games, and how to set it up so fast action stays sharp.
Nov 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Best TV for your room: bright, dark, bedroom and wide seating
Match the panel type, brightness and screen finish to the room you will actually watch in.
Nov 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Gaming TV buying guide: PS5, Xbox Series X and PC
Which TV features actually matter for gaming, how many HDMI 2.1 ports you need and the traps to avoid.
Nov 9, 2026 · 3 min read
TV model numbers explained: same name, different TV
Why one TV name can hide different panels by size, year and country, and how to read a model number before you buy.
Nov 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Soundbar buying guide: channels, Dolby Atmos, eARC and when to add a sub or rears
How to read soundbar specs, decide how many speakers you need and connect the bar to your TV correctly.
Nov 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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