STACK #251 September 2025

TECH FEATURE

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Saturday, 27 September 2025 AFL Grand Final

Sunday, 5 October 2025 NRL Grand Final

A refresh rate of 120Hz means the screen updates 120 times per second, helping to eliminate blur and jitter during rapid plays or sweeping camera pans. It keeps everything smooth and lifelike, so those bone-crunching tackles or miraculous marks look just as sharp as they feel. Many modern TVs also come packed with image-enhancing tech that improves motion handling, making every pass, bounce, and goal look as seamless as possible.

Footy finals season is here, and whether you're cheering on an AFL or NRL team, the best way to immerse yourself in every moment of every game is with a huge, smart 4K Ultra HDTV. Words Scott Hocking Think BIG for FOOTY FINALS!

Smarter sports With a super-sized 4K smart TV, you're not just getting a bigger picture – you’re getting a smarter one too. Apps for subscription services like Kayo Sports and Foxtel Now can be already preloaded on the TV, and some models even take it up a notch with sports-centric features that can further enhance the game. New and recent LG TVs, for example, can include Sports Alert, which delivers real-time notifications on your favourite team – including fixtures, scores, and final results – even while you’re watching different content. Many smart TVs also feature dedicated sports modes that can optimise colour, sound, and motion for the best viewing experience on game days. The final score If there’s ever a time to splurge on a new TV, it’s finals time! Whether you’re screaming at the screen solo or packing the living room with friends, a big, brilliant 4K TV can be the next best thing to being at the game. Grab your snacks, fire up the footy app, and get ready to watch the finals like never before – no queues, no crowds, no overpriced pies and chips, just a stadium-like experience at your place.

I f you’ve been considering a TV upgrade, the finals series is the perfect incentive. Here’s how a big-screen 4K TV can turn your lounge room into footy central, with the best seats in the house. The bigger, the better When it comes to watching footy finals, size does matter. But now you don’t need to head to the pub to watch the big games on a big screen. Aussies have embraced the cinematic appeal of big TVs – from large 75- and 85-inch screens, to 100-inch whoppers – and with good reason. Nothing beats the immersive experience they can deliver, especially when it comes to watching sport. A massive 4K Ultra HD display brings that next-level clarity you never knew you needed, until you see it. AFL and NRL matches are now available in 4K via supported streaming services, and this leap in resolution can capture blades of grass, beads of sweat, split-second decisions from umpires, replays, and score reviews in razor

sharp detail. You’ll also notice more vibrant team colours, clearer scoreboards, and real time stats that jump off the screen. The best seat can be anywhere in the room Footy games are a shared experience, so it's important that everyone gets a great view, not just those sitting in the centre of the couch. That’s where wide viewing angles come in. OLED TVs are especially good in this area, offering rich colour and contrast from almost any position, while Mini LED TVs are no slouch either, delivering impressive picture quality no matter where you sit. Hosting a finals party? A TV with a wide viewing angle ensures everyone gets the same crystal-clear view of all the action. Keep up with the play AFL and NRL are fast paced sports, so to truly keep up with the game, a TV’s refresh rate is important.

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