There are several topics related to the apps on Smart TVs. Often the recommended way to avoid the obsolescence is to use a connected device such as a Chromecast or an Apple TV or other similar devices.
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on 31st January SBS on demand is no longer available on my 5 year old TV. Between SBS and Sony they no longer support “old” TV’s. Great for sustainability when a product is obsolete at 5! I know I can get round this by buying another device of course.
Where I live many years ago all units in the building decided not to repair the old TV antenna and chose instead to subscribe to Foxtel, which piped Free To Air (FTA) TV through its cable. So did I.
All was well until recently when I disconnected from Foxtel, given their high price and gutter service.
As a result, I have no FTA.
I heard of Freeview and understand a set top box is required in order to record, but am not sure if it’s needed to view alone.
And am unsure what is involved. Over …
I have a Samsung smart TV, model UA40j6200 and overall I am happy with it. The problem is that when viewing Netflix performance degrades to the point of being unusable. The signal comes via NBN fixed wireless and a WiFi router. Neither of these have any problem when Netflix on the TV has the problem. Tests of network speed from the TV, computer or a tablet are all fine. I have sat and watched Netfix on my tablet through the same source right next to the TV when the TV couldn’t get Netflix. …
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