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Types of Tv sets

Cathode Ray Tube


Abbreviated CRT

Started being sold in 1934


Became popular in TV sets and computer monitors

Large size and weight


Not HD Formats

Still used in professional video, photography and graphics fields

Plasma
Introduced in late 70s

Better in screens bigger than 32


HDTV formats and FULL HD

Superior contrast and deeper blacks


They consume more electricity

Liquid-Crystal Display

Abbreviated LCD

Introduced in 1980s
Probably the most popular display nowadays Wide range of sizes

HDTV and FULL HD


Used in a long variety of screens

LED-backlit LCD display

Commonly known as LED-tv LED stands for light-emitting diode The use of LED backlighting allows for a thinner panel, lower power consumption, better heat dissipation, a brighter display, and better contrast levels FULL HD and 3D TV Expensive

Organic Light-Emitting Diode


Uses a film of organic compounds which emit light in response to an electric current An OLED display works without a backlight
It can display deep black levels and can be thinner and lighter than a liquid crystal display (LCD) Flexible display

High cost and limited lifetime

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