You inquired: Is QDEL going to replace OLED? Are 55″ and 65″ TVs coming to an end?

      In today's episode of You Asked: Will USB-C eventually be seen on TVs, and could it take the place of HDMI? What's the current status of QDEL? Can AVRs affect picture quality? And are the 55- and 65-inch TV sizes being discontinued?

      Could USB-C replace HDMI?

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      Leon asks: With all the advancements in technology, why aren't manufacturers putting USB-C on TVs? It might eventually replace HDMI, which can transmit both audio and video. Apart from the fact that media devices still rely on HDMI, are there any other limitations? It would be handy to connect smartphones or computers with USB-C, like we do with monitors. Do you think this will become a reality soon? Recently, Zeke and I discussed our desire to see USB-A phased out in new electronics. Can we please retire USB-A for good? Currently, TV USB ports are mainly for powering small devices, such as streaming sticks and basic media playback. Some TVs even allow firmware updates through USB. I would prefer they shift to USB-C. However, I don't foresee USB-C replacing HDMI in the near future, if at all. Such a change would require significant adjustments. A/V equipment manufacturers have heavily invested in HDMI, and the Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) protocol relies on it. HDMI transmits data on specific lanes, and all input/output components linked to the System on Chip (SOC) in TVs are designed for HDMI. Additionally, if I'm correct, USB-C at USB4 maxes out at 40 Gbps, whereas HDMI 2.1a and 2.1b can reach up to 48 Gbps, allowing for greater bit depth and refresh rates at both 4K and 8K. So, should we replace USB-A with USB-C? Yes. But replace HDMI with USB-C? Unlikely.

      Which LG model is better?

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      Sophia inquires: I'm planning to upgrade my television this year and am torn between the LG G4 and LG Z3. Why haven't you reviewed the LG Z3? Is it better to choose the Z3 over the G4? Opt for the LG G4. There's little benefit to selecting the Z3; it will have to upscale everything you watch to a significantly higher resolution, which is more of a downside than an advantage. I tend to avoid reviewing 8K TVs as there aren't many available, and they rarely come up for review.

      What’s the next major Sony TV?

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      Marc-Berco writes: My television for the past decade has been the Sony KDL-40W905A (2013 model), one of the first to use quantum dots. I still love its picture quality, and even the audio is surprisingly good. The TV has yet to fail, though that might be deceptive. I've been feeling the need to upgrade and am considering a bigger model (like 75 inches). How much has picture quality improved since 2013? Will current models, regardless of brand, outshine my W905A? I've been leaning towards OLED but am seriously considering the Bravia 9. TVs have significantly improved over the past 12 years. You’ll be amazed by the current offerings. The Bravia 9 is outstanding — I highly recommend it. Even the Bravia 7 should outperform your W905A in many ways. Stick with Sony if possible; you've adapted to its display, and switching brands may be challenging.

      The future of QDEL

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      Peter asks: Can you discuss QDEL and how likely it is to replace OLED and MicroLED? When do you think that could happen? Should we wait for it? QDEL is an intriguing emerging technology, and I look forward to its advancements in the coming years. However, I believe we are quite a way off from seeing a competitive QDEL TV. When it does arrive, it will probably be marketed as the "latest and greatest" and priced similarly to current OLED TVs, despite potentially being cheaper to manufacture. Essentially, you will likely pay a premium. I doubt QDEL will overtake any LCD technology; it's more plausible that it could replace OLED, but probably not in the near future. If you're thinking about getting a new TV in the next couple of years, I wouldn't wait for it. In general, I advise against waiting for "the next big thing" because there's always another trend on the horizon, and you might end up waiting indefinitely.

      Resolving the phantom clicking

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      David K writes: My Sony OLED TV has been making a mysterious clicking sound. Throughout the day, I occasionally hear a click that resembles the noise made when turning the device on or off, even though it's completely powered off. Do you know what might cause this “phantom click”? I suspect the sound might relate to the power supply or the TV