TV Alternatives: Monitors & Projectors
The cluster discusses alternatives to traditional TVs for watching movies and TV shows, such as using large computer monitors, projectors, or connecting PCs/laptops directly to displays instead of buying dedicated TV devices.
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Why not just buy a big monitor and use it to watch 'TV'?
Why not just use it on a TV instead?
Is it a realistic option for watching TV/movies without a TV in the room?
Why even buy a TV then, why not a PC screen or a projector?
why not hook the computer up to the tv though?
What's the point of a TV to begin with. All oyu need is a display and a laptop.
maybe take a look at projectors. they have their downsides, mine is a bit noisy, but I got me a cheap one for less than $200, just to see if its a good idea. Covers half the living room wall with a screen. Is connected to a PC, I can use my bluetooth mouse and keyboard from the tv couch, which means i can surf, download stuff or watch streams without getting up. And, of course, no ads and no bullshit udates
You just solved your own problem. Don't buy a TV, buy a monitor. (Some people also buy projectors.)
What about a tv? This could work with a tv...
Buy a decent projector and mount it to the ceiling. Or if you don't need an "entertainment center", just get a large monitor and some speakers. There's really no need to have a specific "TV" device anymore. If you want "TV apps" then get a cheap Roku box, this way you can upgrade it when the tech changes.