STACK #203 Sep 2021

LIFE TECH FEATURE

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exorbitant prices, whether it’s going to rain, or even which state will host this year’s Grand Finals. The premium seats are right at home. We’ve compiled a guide to the best big screen visual tech – along with some recommended peripherals to complement that one day in September and October – that will transform your living room into footy central. FFEEVVEERR

Grand Final day is fast approaching! Get ready to bring the big game home in a BIG way with a king-size 4K Ultra HDTV or laser projector for that immersive, giant screen experience and stadium-like atmosphere.

I t’s hard to believe it’s already September! The daylight hours are getting longer and redolent with the scent of spring, and for footy fans, that means finals time. The countdown to the AFL and NRL Grand Finals and 2021’s premiership teams has begun, and whatever football code you follow, you’ll want prime position on the big day. But you don’t need to stress about securing a ticket through a ballot or paying

Let’s start with the showpiece. If you’ve been coveting a new 4K Ultra HDTV, the finals series is a great excuse to finally pull the trigger on that big screen purchase. But before kitting out your living room with a luxurious, humongous TV bursting with a billion vibrant colours, there are some key features to consider when choosing a set that will deliver the ultimate sporting experience for the sofa spectator.

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and every seat will be the best one in the house.

times per second, eliminating motion blur and ghosting.

remember to always assess the size of the room and the distance between couch and screen before you buy. VIEWING ANGLE Where you sit to watch the game is just as important at home as it is at a stadium. With some LEDTVs, the further you move to the sides of the screen, the more the picture can decline in quality. So look for a TV that has a wide viewing angle,

Bigger is better when it comes to watching footy. As anyone who’s been consigned to the nosebleed seats at a stadium will attest, the best view of the on-field action is the TV broadcast – especially now that Foxtel offer selected AFL and NRL matches in full 4K resolution. For total immersion you’ll want a screen size of 80 inches and above – if you have the space to accommodate it, of course. And

REFRESH RATE Nope, this doesn’t refer to the number of beverages consumed during the match. Footy is fast, so you’ll need a TV that can keep up with the dynamic on-field play and deliver a smooth image that’s free from motion blur. For optimal smooth motion, look for a model with a native refresh rate of 100Hz and above – which means the screen image refreshes 100

SMART FEATURES Why limit yourself to the standard free-to-air TV broadcast? Expand your options and accessibility with dedicated sports streaming apps, statistics, replays, screen-casting and mirroring, and customisable picture-in-picture and split screen modes (where compatible). Most Smart TVs offer the above options in conjunction with smart device peripherals.

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