Science & Tech · Gadgets & EVs · 1 day ago

A few TV settings can improve 4K picture quality

Many 4K TVs are set up to look bright and vivid in stores, so their default settings may not suit a living room.

Choosing movie or filmmaker mode is a useful starting point because these presets aim for a more natural picture.

If the TV still uses motion smoothing, turning it off can prevent movies and shows from looking unnaturally smooth.

You can then adjust settings such as brightness, contrast, sharpness and color to suit your screen and room.

TVs of the same model can vary, so there is no single set of adjustments that works best for every one.

Test patterns can help you make changes, though a dedicated calibration tool is another option.

Check that connected consoles or streaming devices output 4K, and make sure supported content uses picture formats such as Dolby Vision or HDR10+.

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Engadget · 1 day ago