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Ask HN: Is there a non smart 4K TV?
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#2I just want to plug my chromecast or my Apple TV. No need for apps or updates. And please no WiFi.
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#3I’d say your best chance is to buy an android smart tv, give it no access to any internet or whatsoever and plug an Apple TV. I’m saying android os cause maybe you have the chance to tinker with the os settings a bit more and customize it to the point it’s not that smart anymore. Btw I’d be more willing to pay even big bucks for a stock non smart 4K tv
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#4Just don't connect it to wifi and use it with the external inputs. Same outcome as a dumb TV
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#5I just want to plug my chromecast or my Apple TV. No need for apps or updates. And please no WiFi.
Couldn't you just buy a normal monitor? And then plug whatever you like into the HDMI/DP port?
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#6maybe you could use a pc monitor?
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#8Sure, here's a couple: https://www.makeuseof.com/best-dumb-tvs/
Unfortunately, I couldn't buy one in my country without having to leave some kidney to pay for it, so, I've just bought a regular one, and guess what, it starts to ask for wifi and to configure it using their proprietary app. Fortunaly there's an option to say no :)
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#9I do own a Samsung 4k/hdr smart TV. There is a hidden menu, in this menu you will find an option to disable the smart option.
I had to digg deep to find it. You can search for the remote-control codes which grants access to the hidden menu (brand/product related).
One negative thing, when I start the screen I have to exit a message stating how dumb the TV is.
Have fun with your dumb TV :) I love my dumb TV screen, just like any other PC screen.
Update: This way you can go back to smart TV anytime, in case you wanna sell it. No need to flash the firmware.
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#10I just want to plug my chromecast or my Apple TV. No need for apps or updates. And please no WiFi.
Couldn't you just buy a normal monitor? And then plug whatever you like into the HDMI/DP port?
People have, but you’re paying a premium for monitor features you cannot use and losing TV features.
For example HDMI ARC and CEC, speakers, a remote, antenna tuner, et al.
I think it may be more rational for smaller sizes.