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Mint
4 days ago
- Mint
Bought a new TV? 6 mistakes you may be doing
You've finally brought home your dream TV. Unboxed it, peeled off that oh-so-satisfying screen protector and now it's ready to take centre stage in your living room. The excitement is real and you can't wait for movie marathons or match days in glorious 4K. But once it's all plugged in and powered on, something feels off. The picture doesn't pop like it did in the showroom. The colours seem dull. The sound appears underwhelming. Before you start questioning your purchase, hear us out: it's probably not the TV. It's the way it's been set up. So before you dive into binge mode, make sure you're not making these 6 rookie mistakes while installing it. Mistake 1: Leaving the picture settings on default Most TVs come with settings that are meant to make them look good under store lighting, not in your home. Switch out of Eco Mode (which dims the screen to save power but also dulls colours) and avoid Dynamic or Vivid modes too. They often oversaturate colours and make everything look unnatural. Instead, try presets like Filmmaker, Cinema, or Movie. These offer a more balanced, true-to-source picture that's easier on the eyes. Mistake 2: Ignoring the software update prompt You just turned your new TV on and it's already asking for an update? But it's a new TV! So you hit 'Skip' and move on. Here's why you shouldn't. That software update isn't just about adding new apps or fancy features! It's about fixing bugs, boosting performance and tightening security, especially if your TV's connected to Wi-Fi. Be it an Android TV, Tizen, webOS or Google TV, you need to head to Settings > System > Software Update and check manually. Mistake 3: Using the wrong HDMI cables You need the right kind of HDMI cables for your TV. Modern TVs with HDMI 2.1 ports support features like 4K at 120Hz, eARC, and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), especially handy for gamers. But old HDMI 2.0 cables won't help here. So, to be on the safe side, look for Ultra High-Speed HDMI cables with support for 48Gbps bandwidth to use your TV's full potential. Mistake 4: Picking the wrong spot for your TV Avoid positioning your TV right opposite windows, balconies or strong light sources because the glare can completely wash out the screen. Check the viewing distance. For a 65-inch screen, sitting about 6 to 7 feet away hits the sweet spot. And don't mount it too high or too low, your neck shouldn't have to do the heavy lifting. Comfort over aesthetics, always. Mistake 5: Skipping help during installation DIY is a good thing, but only up to an extent. Mounting a TV or even placing it on a stand isn't a one-person job, especially if it's 55 inches or bigger. TV panels are more fragile than they look, and tilting or lifting them incorrectly can cause serious damage. At the very least, grab one more person to help. For 75-inch or 85-inch TVs, you might even need a third pair of hands to lift and guide it safely into position. Mistake 6: Tossing the box too soon Don't be in a rush to toss the packaging until you're absolutely sure that the TV is staying put. What if you really need to return it? Besides, if you ever need to move homes, send the TV in for service or even sell it a few years down the line, having the original box makes the process safer.
Mint
13-06-2025
- Mint
Blaupunkt launches new QLED Google TVs in India with 70W sound, starting at ₹10,999
Blaupunkt India has launched a new range of QLED Google TVs, available in various sizes starting from 32 inches all the way to 65 inches. They are powered by HDR 10, feature up to a four-speaker setup, and have a 70-watt audio output. The TVs come with support for various picture and sound modes, including Cinema, Sports, Vivid, and more. They also have various connectivity features. Here is all you need to know about Blaupunkt's latest lineup of QLED Google TVs. In the premium lineup, starters, there are 3 models, starting with 50 inches, 55 inches, and 65 inches. The specifications will differ depending on the model you choose. The TVs feature HDR10 and a wide colour gamut. The 55 and 65-inch models get a four-speaker setup, which is capable of a 70-watt sound output. As for the 50-inch model, it comes with a two-speaker setup capable of a 50-watt sound output. These models also get Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital Plus support, along with six picture and sound modes: Cinema, Sports, Vivid, Music, News, and Standard. Powered by Android TV, they have support for the Google Play Store, a built-in Chromecast, and Google Assistant. For connectivity, there is dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth support, three HDMI ports, and two USB ports. While the above TVs are more premium, Blaupunkt has designed the 32 and 40-inch models for budget-conscious buyers. They feature Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby MS12 surround sound, and support 48-watt sound output with a two-speaker setup. The company says these models are powered by a Realtek processor. Despite being budget-oriented, they too get QLED panels, support various picture modes like Cinema, Sports, Vivid, Music, News, and Standard, and come with Android TV OS.
Mint
13-06-2025
- Mint
Blaupunkt launches new QLED Google TVs in India with 70W sound, starting at ₹10,999
Blaupunkt India has launched a new range of QLED Google TVs, available in various sizes starting from 32 inches all the way to 65 inches. They are powered by HDR 10, feature up to a four-speaker setup, and have a 70-watt audio output. The TVs come with support for various picture and sound modes, including Cinema, Sports, Vivid, and more. They also have various connectivity features. Here is all you need to know about Blaupunkt's latest lineup of QLED Google TVs. In the premium lineup, starters, there are 3 models, starting with 50 inches, 55 inches, and 65 inches. The specifications will differ depending on the model you choose. The TVs feature HDR10 and a wide colour gamut. The 55 and 65-inch models get a four-speaker setup, which is capable of a 70-watt sound output. As for the 50-inch model, it comes with a two-speaker setup capable of a 50-watt sound output. These models also get Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital Plus support, along with six picture and sound modes: Cinema, Sports, Vivid, Music, News, and Standard. Powered by Android TV, they have support for the Google Play Store, a built-in Chromecast, and Google Assistant. For connectivity, there is dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth support, three HDMI ports, and two USB ports. While the above TVs are more premium, Blaupunkt has designed the 32 and 40-inch models for budget-conscious buyers. They feature Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby MS12 surround sound, and support 48-watt sound output with a two-speaker setup. The company says these models are powered by a Realtek processor. Despite being budget-oriented, they too get QLED panels, support various picture modes like Cinema, Sports, Vivid, Music, News, and Standard, and come with Android TV OS. The new Blaupunkt TV range will be available on Flipkart from June 13. Here are the various price points: the 32-inch model costs Rs10,999, the 40-inch model costs ₹ 15,499, the 50-inch model costs ₹ 27,999, the 55-inch model costs ₹ 31,999, and the 65-inch top-end model costs ₹ 44,999. Further, to sweeten the deal further, you can get a 10% instant discount by checking out with SBI credit cards.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Zone·ify Becomes First AVOD Platform to Launch Free Gaming Through TV Remote Controls
After shattering streaming records with the 'Border Brawl,' co-produced with TNA Wrestling, Zone·ify expands its entertainment platform with interactive TV games and branded game opportunities TORONTO, June 11, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zone·ify, the rapidly growing free streaming platform, today announced the launch of a new feature: free interactive games playable instantly with an existing TV remote. In partnership with ES3 – the leading TV interactive engagement platform provider, the launch makes Zone·ify the first AVOD (Ad Supported Video on Demand) platform to offer native gaming as part of the core TV experience – no downloads, consoles, or mobile devices required. The games are now available on a wide range of streaming devices and cable and satellite providers, including Android TV, Fire TV, Comcast Xfinity TV, DIRECTV U-verse, Rogers Xfinity TV, and many others. The launch follows the explosive success of The Border Brawl, Zone·ify's first exclusive live sporting event streamed from Niagara Falls, Canada which became the most-watched title in company history and drove a 13x increase in live watch time. Now available on demand, the event was a cross-border showdown of wrestling legends and reality stars that drew record-breaking viewership across the U.S. and Canada. Building on that moment, Zone·ify is taking the next step in redefining free entertainment. "We're not just a streaming service anymore – we're a full-scale entertainment platform," said Doug Edwards, President of Zone·ify. "From the viral success of The Border Brawl and our rapidly growing library of content to the launch of TV gaming, we are evolving into a destination for watching, playing, and engaging – all in one place." Now live with over a dozen casual games, Zone·ify's newest feature offers instant gameplay using nothing more than the TV remote – no downloads, no mobile devices, and no extra hardware required. The company has plans to rapidly expand its game catalog and offer custom-branded games for advertisers and sponsors, providing a new, measurable way to engage with audiences. With branded game integrations, companies can align their marketing campaigns or entertainment IP with playable content, reaching viewers through immersive interaction. Zone·ify's free games are available now on these devices with more planned to launch in the coming months: Pay TV Operators: Comcast Xfinity, Cox Contour, Buckeye Cable, DIRECTV U-verse (U.S.), Rogers Xfinity, and Videotron Helix (Canada) CTV & Smart TVs: Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV (including Sony, TCL, Hisense), Coming soon: Roku, Apple TV, Samsung, LG, and Vizio Zone·ify's first-ever exclusive live sports event, The Border Brawl, held in Niagara Falls, Canada, shattered the platform's all-time streaming record with a 13X surge in live watch time. Fueled by national pride, reality TV stars, and wrestling legends like "The Mountie" Jacques Rougeau, Barbie Blank, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake, Matt Hardy, Nic Nemeth, Tommy Dreamer, and many others, the event delivered an outrageous showdown between Team USA and Team Canada. Streaming free on Zone·ify, the spectacle became the most-watched title in company history and is now available on demand across Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Comcast, Cox, and more. Zone·ify, available on over 422 million devices and in 16 million Pay TV households, delivers thousands of movies, TV shows, curated short-form content, FAST channels, games, and events like nothing else on the digital landscape. ABOUT ZONE·IFY Zone·ify is a free, ad-supported streaming entertainment platform delivering live events, FAST channels, movies, short-form content, games, and exclusive programming to audiences across the U.S. and Canada. Available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Comcast, DIRECTV, Cox, Rogers, Bell, mobile devices, and the web, Zone·ify reaches over 422 million consumer devices and 16 million Pay TV households. With 75+ curated channels, a growing slate of live ring sports, and bold original content, Zone·ify is where niche meets mainstream — all in one place, always free. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Peter BinazeskiZone·ifypbinazeski@ mediarelations@
Business Wire
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Zone·ify Becomes First AVOD Platform to Launch Free Gaming Through TV Remote Controls
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Zone·ify, the rapidly growing free streaming platform, today announced the launch of a new feature: free interactive games playable instantly with an existing TV remote. In partnership with ES3 – the leading TV interactive engagement platform provider, the launch makes Zone·ify the first AVOD (Ad Supported Video on Demand) platform to offer native gaming as part of the core TV experience – no downloads, consoles, or mobile devices required. The games are now available on a wide range of streaming devices and cable and satellite providers, including Android TV, Fire TV, Comcast Xfinity TV, DIRECTV U-verse, Rogers Xfinity TV, and many others. Zone·ify Becomes First AVOD Platform to Launch Free Gaming Through TV Remote Controls Share The launch follows the explosive success of The Border Brawl, Zone·ify's first exclusive live sporting event streamed from Niagara Falls, Canada which became the most-watched title in company history and drove a 13x increase in live watch time. Now available on demand, the event was a cross-border showdown of wrestling legends and reality stars that drew record-breaking viewership across the U.S. and Canada. Building on that moment, Zone·ify is taking the next step in redefining free entertainment. 'We're not just a streaming service anymore – we're a full-scale entertainment platform,' said Doug Edwards, President of Zone·ify. 'From the viral success of The Border Brawl and our rapidly growing library of content to the launch of TV gaming, we are evolving into a destination for watching, playing, and engaging – all in one place.' Now live with over a dozen casual games, Zone·ify's newest feature offers instant gameplay using nothing more than the TV remote – no downloads, no mobile devices, and no extra hardware required. The company has plans to rapidly expand its game catalog and offer custom-branded games for advertisers and sponsors, providing a new, measurable way to engage with audiences. With branded game integrations, companies can align their marketing campaigns or entertainment IP with playable content, reaching viewers through immersive interaction. Zone·ify's free games are available now on these devices with more planned to launch in the coming months: Pay TV Operators: Comcast Xfinity, Cox Contour, Buckeye Cable, DIRECTV U-verse (U.S.), Rogers Xfinity, and Videotron Helix (Canada) CTV & Smart TVs: Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Google TV (including Sony, TCL, Hisense), Coming soon: Roku, Apple TV, Samsung, LG, and Vizio Zone·ify's first-ever exclusive live sports event, The Border Brawl, held in Niagara Falls, Canada, shattered the platform's all-time streaming record with a 13X surge in live watch time. Fueled by national pride, reality TV stars, and wrestling legends like 'The Mountie' Jacques Rougeau, Barbie Blank, Brutus 'The Barber' Beefcake, Matt Hardy, Nic Nemeth, Tommy Dreamer, and many others, the event delivered an outrageous showdown between Team USA and Team Canada. Streaming free on Zone·ify, the spectacle became the most-watched title in company history and is now available on demand across Roku, Fire TV, Android TV, Comcast, Cox, and more. Zone·ify, available on over 422 million devices and in 16 million Pay TV households, delivers thousands of movies, TV shows, curated short-form content, FAST channels, games, and events like nothing else on the digital landscape. ABOUT ZONE·IFY Zone·ify is a free, ad-supported streaming entertainment platform delivering live events, FAST channels, movies, short-form content, games, and exclusive programming to audiences across the U.S. and Canada. Available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Comcast, DIRECTV, Cox, Rogers, Bell, mobile devices, and the web, Zone·ify reaches over 422 million consumer devices and 16 million Pay TV households. With 75+ curated channels, a growing slate of live ring sports, and bold original content, Zone·ify is where niche meets mainstream — all in one place, always free. Learn more at
