Need a new TV, but it MUST work with Channels App

#21

That's definitely the plan! :wink:

Oh, see, now that could help at least with the cables!! Thanks!

#22

Yes just make sure that plug is also compatible with the back of the TV you choose. Not all are, not all have removable plugs, etc.

“Works with all TVs with a C8 style power connector (most Samsung, Vizio, Sharp, LG, Hisense, Insignia models)”

Once you decide, realizing that the AppleTV provides the best Channels DVR experience, you can ignore any of the “smarts” or extraneous feature promised by any TV you choose too.

Just get the one with the best picture in your budget, and let the AppleTV do all the heavy lifting, behind the scenes. You’ll probably end up spending less $$ overall with this strategy too.

#23

I’m guessing “Dune” is a typo here but I’m not sure what you meant? Maybe Onn?

If AppleTV is ruled out for whatever reason the Google route I’d choose next is the new Onn 4K Pro.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/onn-Google-TV-4K-Pro-Streaming-Device-New-2024-4K-UHD-resolution-Dolby-Vision-Dolby-ATMOS-Hands-Free-Voice-Control-Smart-Hub/5193222892

#24

Sweet! Thank you again! You've been very helpful!!!

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#25

Nope, I meant this

#26

Interesting, thanks, glad I asked, I’ve not heard of those.

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#28

For ease of use we have Insignia sets with built-in Fire TV here. The Channels client app works great on my 50", which I see listed on BestBuy. Over on Amazon I only see other sizes at the moment.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-50-class-f30-series-led-4k-uhd-smart-fire-tv/6525240.p?skuId=6525240

https://www.amazon.com/stores/INSIGNIA/page/656AD711-9291-45D4-91CD-0456C86329BA?ref_=ast_bln&store_ref=bl_ast_dp_brandLogo_sto

#29

I'll second the OLED TV's. The motion and color quality is extraordinary, best television I've ever owned. Be sure that it's refresh rate is at least 120hz.

#30

I have an older 4th gen AppleTV with the older style remote but one of the things that drove me crazy was the remote was too small and slipery that I was always dropping or losing it. I got one of these cases (link below) and it made the AppleTV remote so much more enjoyable to use. Get the red color and it will be easier to see than the grey/black color.

Amazon Link Inside

https://www.amazon.com/Fintie-Protective-Case-Apple-Remote/dp/B096DR1RCM?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.cbqZb1FTw3D-pAzzWQ1I1G0FOnbzXkN1E7UbmtbGFOrLpDXet4-qd2G_qAMOnVXD7K5sYlWURvyaz1HoYyyxxrO69FQM3R77dSpx-9jhEZWUFqPz3df98T0fKtgVN3uUz_PP_XVCxQzP5kPOduFJQ9iRoc58_68A4GLdAwwm5_ynbmQ3w1OoQDyAfj1RlXvz9JQE3biYaF4PA-AAts3GapiLwvIQTijhuO5V4sxgm-hZcivOFvg4WoTJSh4WQ2YgQzoPex570mbtzCgCU27dXkLUhrLejPBEy44lgCHntbo.i7sG4f8U39rngTaxm7-tN4-J7lJBc0aK3oNX__2-Sy8&dib_tag=se&keywords=apple+tv+remote+case&qid=1720481537&sprefix=apple+tv+remote+case&sr=8-5&th=1

#31

Projectivy Launcher is great, run it on our chromecast 4k's for travel and it is so much better than stock.

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#32

I highly recommend the LG C3 series that can be found on sale/clearance right now. We have 2 TVs in our home and keep them offline except for a once a year ethernet plug in to check for firmware updates.

On each tv we have an Apple TV, Tivo and Firetv 4K stick connected.

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