What is an ‘aspect ratio’?
The ratio between the height and the width of a video image is called the 'aspect ratio'. Learn more about different aspect ratios, why...
What is ‘content’?
Content is the stuff that entertains you - it's what audio visual or home theatre setups are designed to allow you to appreciate, and...
Screen resolution
The resolution that your television or display is able to display pictures at will determine how 'sharp' the image is. Find out why, and...
What’s better: LCD, LED or Plasma?
Find out what the strengths and weaknesses are of each of these different TV types, and see what's right for your needs.
Different types of...
Viewing angles for TVs
Not all televisions are created equal in terms of the angle at which you can appreciate the picture. Learn more about viewing angles, and...
What is my TV’s ideal viewing distance?
The distance you sit from your television screen will play a big part in how good the picture looks. Too close and it'll look...
How to recycle a CRT television
With the vast masses of TVs being replaced for newer, thinner, more capable models, it's important that you dispose of your old television in...
Energy ratings and labels for TVs
Because of the vast differences in power consumption between different display technologies, TVs now come with energy star ratings. Learn how to read the...
Which TV should I buy?
Whether it's for a bone-crunching home entertainment system or just something to distract your kids with, it's wise to understand what you're getting for...
Home video: Where to start
The technologies used for home video have progressed in leaps and bound in recent years - find out what's available, and what you should...