Curved TVs Pros and Cons: What You Need to Know?

Curved TVs were considered to be a revolutionary product. As a tv installation professional we mounted a lot of curved TVs. But are curved TVs really the best option?

Curved TVs Pros and Cons

There are a lot of pros of curved tv’s. In this blog post we have listed curved tv’s pros and cons. Here are some of them:

Curved TVs are more immersive because they create a panoramic effect

The curved screen creates an all around great viewing experience and because there are no corners, you can see a wider field of view than on flat TVs.

Curved TV’s also create the illusion that your viewer is within the picture or video being shown. It will feel like you’re surrounded by whatever content you

They offer a wider viewing angle than flat screens

Because curved TVs are curved, they have a wider viewing angle than flat screens which means more people can watch the same content at once.

The curved screen also provides an all-around great experience when watching videos and other types of media.

The curved screen is easier to see in bright environments

A curved screen also has a better viewing experience in bright environments, so you don’t have to worry about glare from the sun.

Wide viewing angles of curved tvs make it easier for multiple people to watch the same program without having to “squint” at the TV 

The curved screen has a wider viewing angle which means more people can watch the same thing at once.

Curved TVs look better and can be installed flush against walls, which maximizes space in your living room or bedroom

Some curved TV’s can be mounted flush against a wall, which maximizes space in your living room or bedroom

Curved TVs are curved so they can fit flush against a flat surface.

The curved screen may look curved on the sides but it is actually just two straight lines that form an “L” shape, which some people find annoying.  It’s also possible to see these edges if you’re sitting close to the curved TV.

You can mount them on the wall with an articulating arm

If you mount your curved TV on the wall, it’s possible to tilt and swivel them so they’re at a level that is comfortable for viewing.

Cons of curved TVs

There are some cons of curved TVs. Here are some of them:

Curved TVs are more expensive than flat screens

The curved TVs are more expensive than the flat screen. It is because curved TV has a different technology that produces better picture quality. The curved TVs have also larger screens and cheaper models for you to choose from, but they still come with higher price tags.

They take up a lot of space on your wall

Curved TVs take up a lot of space on your wall. So, if you have small apartment or need to save some room in the house for other purposes curved TV may not be a good idea.

The curved TV may be difficult to view from certain angles

The curved TV may be difficult to view from certain angles. The curved TV has curved screen so you may not be able to watch it from a certain angle. It is because the light will reflect off of the concave surface and distort what’s on your screen.

You can’t mount it on the wall like a flat screen TV 

You can’t mount curved TV on the wall like a flat screen. It is because curved TVs have concave shape and it will hit against your ceiling or other parts of your room before you get to mounting bracket.

It’s hard to distinguish colors and details with curved screens

It is hard to distinguish colors and details with curved screens. It’s because curved TV has a greater curvature than flat screen TVs, which makes it more difficult for viewers to see the entire picture from different angles.

There is less contrast because of the curve in the curve tv’s screen

There is less contrast because of the curved screen. It’s because curved TVs have concave shape and it will hit against your ceiling before you get to mounting bracket, which causes there are less amount of light that reaches your eyes.

Conclusion

Curved TVs Pros and Cons have been debated for years. If you want to know the truth, it’s time to weigh in with your opinion! Our team at ITOD has installed many TVs, both flat and curved. We can help you find a screen that is right for your home or business according to what will make you happy. Give us a call today or email us if we can be of service in any way!