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Options for non-smart TV in UK 2024? (lemmy.world)
submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by SquiffSquiff@lemmy.world to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world
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I am considering replacing my old 50" 1080p TV which I use with (external) Chromecast and Roku. I would like a 4K display 60" or greater but I really, really don't want any smart features. I am aware that I could purchase a commercial display to achieve this and that's my fallback option. Can anyone here make any useful recommendations? I am in the UK so e.g. 'Sceptre' is not available here.

In advance, with respect, I am technically capable (check my post history) but could I ask to please avoid threads along the lines of:

  • 'non-smart TVs aren't a thing' - fallback is a commercial display
  • 'Nobody wants/buys non-smart TVs' - I do
  • 'Any TV not connected to internet is dumb'/ 'Just don't connect it' - This is no longer true since many TVs require a setup before use involving internet access and/or will seek access via open wifi/bluetooth/HDMI.

Thanks!

Edit:

Some commenters seem to be struggling with the 'why do you care if it connects?'. Some examples why:

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[–] reallyzen@lemmy.ml 7 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

We just got 3 LG tv's at work for an art exhibition. There's no network available here (it's a Napoleonic Fortress lol), and while they ask for it, dismissing all accounts/updates/online services is straightforward. You can delete all pre-installed apps (disney, netflix whatever) but LGtv and amazon. I can dig the model number tomorrow if you want.

OTOH I haven't owned a tv since 2001.

[–] SquiffSquiff@lemmy.world 6 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Thanks, further information could be interesting. Do you know if it requests connectivity on every startup?

[–] reallyzen@lemmy.ml 4 points 4 months ago (1 children)

It does not, I know it because I have started them multiple times.

We use them as dumb players with an USB drive inserted, playing video on a loop all day long.

I'll fetch you the ref tomorrow.

[–] SquiffSquiff@lemmy.world 2 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Thank you

[–] reallyzen@lemmy.ml 1 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Aw crap, completely forgot, worked another part of the building all day didn't ever got near the exhibition rooms.

Better luck tomorrow I hope, sorry.

[–] reallyzen@lemmy.ml 1 points 4 months ago

LG OLED55C31LA

...sorry... work was crazy

[–] SquiffSquiff@lemmy.world 1 points 4 months ago (1 children)

not to worry!

[–] reallyzen@lemmy.ml 1 points 4 months ago (1 children)

LG OLED55C31LA