GSMC Tech Podcast Episode 7: Best TVs, New Androids, Laundry Robots, and Portable Microwaves (6-13-1

In today's episode Jonathan talks about:<br /><br />Article Title:  Buying a TV? Here are 11 things you need to know<br /><br />URL: Timsguide.com  <a href="http://bit.ly/1WIxceA" rel="noopener">http://bit.ly/1WIxceA</a><br /><br />Synopsis:<br /><br /><br /><br />SD 720x480, Full HD 1920x1080, 4k 4096x2160<br /><br />Important: HDMI 2.0 to accommodate future Ultra HD sources<br />Don’t buy a TV with less than 1080p resolution (i.e. avoid 720p sets).SD 720x480, Full HD 1920x1080, 4k 4096x2160Don't buy a TV with less than a 120 Hz refresh rate.Consider a 4K Ultra HD TV if you want your TV to be acceptable five years from now.OLED TVs look much better than a typical LED LCD, but they are considerably more expensive.For state-of-the-art models, look for an HDR-compatible set, which offers more realistic colors.Ignore contrast ratio specs: manufacturers fudge the numbers. Trust your own eyes.Look for at least 4 HDMI ports; 4K shoppers should ask about HDCP compatibility.Curved TVs are a fashion statement. They don’t benefit image quality.Most TVs are “smart TVs” these days. Don’t be tricked into thinking this is a big deal.Plan to buy a soundbar. TV speakers are worse nowadays because the screens are thinner.<br /> Article title:  Best TVs 2016<br /><br />URL: tomsguide.com <a href="http://bit.ly/1thbAJD" rel="noopener">http://bit.ly/1thbAJD</a><br /><br />Synopsis:<br />(Budget TV) $499InsiginuaRuku TVSCREEN SIZE50 inchesSCREEN TECHNOLOGYLED LCDRESOLUTION4K (3,840 x 2,160)REFRESH RATE60HzHDMI PORTS4WEIGHT (POUNDS)44.2DIMENSIONS (INCHES)44.2 x 27.4 x 12.1<br /><br />(Best 40 inch TV) $299.99SCREEN SIZE40 inchesSCREEN TECHNOLOGYLEDRESOLUTION1080pREFRESH RATE60HzHDMI PORTS3WEIGHT (POUNDS)22DIMENSIONS (INCHES)21.9 x 36.5 x 3.4<br /><br />(best