That sums up the story of curved TVs.
But here’s the rub: most living rooms need to be tailored for this viewing experience.
The curvature’s effect was only noticeable at specific angles and distances.
Imagine that, but 50 inches wide and hundreds of dollars more expensive.
Curved TVs presented a real headache when mounting them on walls.
It looked off-kilter and didn’t vibe with the aesthetic most folks wanted.
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Curved TVs don’t offer a uniform viewing experience from any seat in the house.
The curve often distorted images unless you were sitting dead center.
Image Distortion
The curve also introduced a unique problem: image distortion.
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Straight lines could appear bent, and reflections were handled in weird ways that didn’t look natural.
Most people prefer a better picture quality or sound than a curved screen.
When sitting close to a curved monitor, the effects are much more pronounced and enhance the viewing experience.
More extreme curved monitors can actually reach into your peripheral vision the way curved TVs were marketed.
Sometimes, it’s okay to let the hype curve flatten out.
Not every innovation is a home run, and curved TVs are a prime example.
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