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If you intend to purchase a new TV, it is worth doing a little research beforehand. There are hundreds of types of TVs, but it's important to find the right one for you. Whatever you choose, you should not compromise when it comes to the TV of your dreams. You might want to consider the Credit Card from BRD, with which you can pay up to 6 interest-free installments anywhere in the world. Talking about installments, did you know you can turn your purchases into equal installments directly at the merchant's POS (if the installments option is available at the terminal)? It’s easy, just select the desired installments number, by MyBRD SMS or by calling MyBRD Contact: 021 302 6161, or * 22622, after the transaction is completed.

Now all you have to do is make the decision: what TV should you choose?

How wide should your TV screen be?
The vast majority of people start with this step because it is the easiest decision to make. Usually, the size of the TV screen depends on the space you have available. However, if the space does not impose any limitations and you enjoy having a wide screen, then we recommend you choose your TV screen size depending on how far away you are from the TV.

How do you measure the distance between you and the TV?

In an ideal world, the distance between you and the TV is the only thing that matters. You choose the size of the new TV according to the same rules you apply when you go to the cinema.

There is only one rule, the distance between you and the TV should be 1.5 times the diagonal of the TV. This distance ensures that you will also see the additional details available in Full HD.
The better you know what you want, the easier it is to choose your TV and find the best price-quality offer. Start by setting your goals. These will probably include the price, but also consider some features that your new TV should have. Here are some ideas on how you could set your goals.

If you want a smart TV, what features do you really need?

Getting a Smart TV is like installing a new app on your mobile phone. However, be careful, because the "operating" system of each company that produces smart TVs is different. Each has other features and services that might differ greatly from one brand to another. Think about what you really need and see which TV brand fits your needs.

What connections do you need?

It is always worth knowing how many connections you need and their type. For example, the vast majority of TVs have three or four HDMI ports. As a result, before you get a TV, think about what other gadgets you would like to connect to your TV: game consoles, audio systems, smart boxes from television operators. In addition, it is important to know if you have Wi-Fi and if not how you can connect to the Internet.

Do you play games on TV often?

If you do not play / do not plan to play videogames on your TV, you can skip this part. However, if this aspect interests you, then it would be good to choose a TV that will give you the smallest gap in the movement display. Especially in multiplayer games, a TV with a very large display gap can put you at a disadvantage. A TV with less than 20 / 30ms is more than a good landmark.

Will you mount it on the wall?

If you want to mount it on the wall, check whether the TV supports the standard VESA mounting system or, if not, that it comes with another simple mounting solution. The easier and thinner the more accessible it will be to mount it on the wall.
You can find many TV models at drastically different price points both online and in brick and mortar stores. It’s a good idea to start looking until you find the TV that fits your needs the most. However, we strongly advise you always keep your options open.

When talking about the price of the TV, seasonality plays a big role. Keep an eye out for Black Friday or Christmas discounts. However, if your patience is running low and you do not want to wait, with the BRD Credit Card you have access to more than 1800 offers with discounts up to 50% through extrabeneficii.brd.ro.
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