An Internet TV is a television designed to connect to the Internet and display content from online sources. You can use an Internet TV to watch YouTube videos, check the weather, stream Netflix series, rent movies on Amazon Prime, or perform other tasks available on the Internet.
What is Internet TV and Why Do You Want One?
An internet-connected TV (often called a smart TV) offers most of the same functionality as a hardware streaming device such as a Roku or Apple TV, plus the usual television channels offered through an antenna or cable/satellite subscription.
To take advantage of all the features of an Internet-connected TV, you will need a high-speed Internet connection and an unlimited or generous data allowance from your Internet service provider.
These sets differ from televisions that double as computer monitors, although many can do this as well, as they don’t require a computer or external devices to display web content. It’s important to note, however, that the web content you can view varies by manufacturer. All of the major television manufacturers make smart TVs with beautiful displays, so choosing the right set for you can be tricky.
