TV Care
Protect what you already have
Maintenance guidance organised by panel technology. What to do, how often, and what to avoid — without overstating the risks or understating the consequences.
OLED Burn-In: What Actually Causes It and How to Prevent It
Pixel refresher cycles, static content risk, brightness settings and ABL behaviour. Practical usage patterns that meaningfully reduce risk without changing how you watch television.
LCD Backlights: Lifespan, Dimming and When to Act
FALD versus edge-lit longevity differences, brightness calibration for lifespan, and the specific signs of backlight degradation that indicate whether a service call is warranted.
How to Clean a TV Screen Without Damaging It
Anti-reflective coating types, which materials are safe for each, what commonly damages coatings permanently, and how often cleaning is actually necessary.
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TV Lifespan Optimizer
Enter your panel type, usage hours and content mix. The tool returns an estimated lifespan range and three specific adjustments ranked by impact.
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