Decided I would get a better TV and started looking for a deal on a 43-50" TV. During the Black Friday sales last year I almost pulled the trigger on a 50" Samsung TV but decided to hold off as I didn't want to spend $279-$300.
We currently have a fairly low end 40" Toshiba LCD TV that I got on a good discount from Best But almost 4 years ago. Despite it living most of its life outside (with a cover on it when not used) it was still working, but I wanted something a bit brighter and if possible larger. I think I spent under $200 for this low end Toshiba TV which has made it through a couple of entire winter seasons sitting outside during numerous torrential rain storms and it is still working!
While looking for an upgraded TV I was hoping to find an IPS Panel TV for the better brightness and better off angle viewing, but I also have a aversion to LG branded products, so finding a lower end TV with an IPS panel is a pretty big challenge. So I kept my eyes out for any really good discounts.
A few weeks ago I finally saw a clearance deal posted on Slick Deals for a TCL Roku 49" TV at Target for only $185.99 - this 49S405 model TV has a VA panel with decent brightness, and while not a prefect TV, it will certainly work very well for an outdoor TV - especially for the bargain closeout cost.
Once I saw this TV back in stock at our local Target I sent my wife to pick one up on Friday. I was able to install it yesterday. Luckily it fits perfectly using our existing TV mount on our Pergola. The brightness upgrade (being a 4K panel) helps us see it a bit better in the bright outdoor location - and for the cost it is hard to beat. Plus, it isn't like my eyes are getting better as I age, so having a larger 49" panel is an extra bonus!
I normally use a Roku stick so having the Roku built in is a nice bonus.
I will post a picture once the weather gets better.
If anyone is looking for a good TV for the backyard - this is a great deal on a lower end TV that still gets the job done. I have a waterproof cover in the mail that will allow me to leave it outside during almost any weather so that I don't have to worry about it too much. If it fails after a few years I am only out $200 or so and can get another one if needed.
We currently have a fairly low end 40" Toshiba LCD TV that I got on a good discount from Best But almost 4 years ago. Despite it living most of its life outside (with a cover on it when not used) it was still working, but I wanted something a bit brighter and if possible larger. I think I spent under $200 for this low end Toshiba TV which has made it through a couple of entire winter seasons sitting outside during numerous torrential rain storms and it is still working!
While looking for an upgraded TV I was hoping to find an IPS Panel TV for the better brightness and better off angle viewing, but I also have a aversion to LG branded products, so finding a lower end TV with an IPS panel is a pretty big challenge. So I kept my eyes out for any really good discounts.
A few weeks ago I finally saw a clearance deal posted on Slick Deals for a TCL Roku 49" TV at Target for only $185.99 - this 49S405 model TV has a VA panel with decent brightness, and while not a prefect TV, it will certainly work very well for an outdoor TV - especially for the bargain closeout cost.
Once I saw this TV back in stock at our local Target I sent my wife to pick one up on Friday. I was able to install it yesterday. Luckily it fits perfectly using our existing TV mount on our Pergola. The brightness upgrade (being a 4K panel) helps us see it a bit better in the bright outdoor location - and for the cost it is hard to beat. Plus, it isn't like my eyes are getting better as I age, so having a larger 49" panel is an extra bonus!
I normally use a Roku stick so having the Roku built in is a nice bonus.
I will post a picture once the weather gets better.
If anyone is looking for a good TV for the backyard - this is a great deal on a lower end TV that still gets the job done. I have a waterproof cover in the mail that will allow me to leave it outside during almost any weather so that I don't have to worry about it too much. If it fails after a few years I am only out $200 or so and can get another one if needed.
