Next generation of smart TVs: Beyond streaming to connected living

Smart TVs are evolving like another tech. The next generation of smart TVs will be more than just streaming, they might redefine the way you watch.

Boudhaditya Sanyal
Published26 Jun 2025, 07:06 PM IST
Next generation of smart TVs are going to blow us away.
Next generation of smart TVs are going to blow us away.

Once a humble appliance, TV is no longer just a screen for your binge-watching habits. Smart TVs are evolving into intelligent, multi-functional hubs designed to do a lot more than play Netflix. With AI smarts, cinematic displays, and deep smart home integration, the next wave of televisions is quietly turning into the centrepiece of connected living.

Cutting-edge display and AI technologies

Screens are getting massive, 100-inches isn’t out of the ordinary anymore. And the visuals are jaw-dropping. We’re talking 8K resolution, OLED brilliance, and Mini LED contrast that brings out rich detail in everything from cricket matches to console games. Refresh rates are also climbing, with high-end models now hitting 165Hz, giving gamers and sports fans smoother motion like never before.

What’s powering all this magic behind the scenes? AI. Take Samsung’s Vision AI, for example: it uses neural networks to reduce glare, adjust HDR tone mapping, and even upscale HD or 4K content to near-8K clarity. So even if your content library hasn’t caught up, your TV makes it feel like it has.

Enhanced user interaction and personalization

You are no more just watching a smart TV, you are teaching it. Thanks to built-in voice recognition and usage patterns, your TV can now serve up content suggestions tailored to individual users in the household. It even knows whose voice is speaking and adapts the home screen accordingly.

The remotes have also levelled up. Think fewer buttons and more control, gesture navigation, voice commands, and even integration with your Galaxy Watch to control volume or navigate menus. Your TV also talks to your lights, your air conditioner, even your pet monitor. Yes, that’s a thing now.

Emerging trends and market outlook

Lifestyle TVs like The Frame are making waves too, turning your television into a gallery when not in use. Eco-conscious? Many new models now feature selective LED illumination that cuts power consumption by 30%, without sacrificing brightness.

Brands like Samsung, LG, and TCL are going all-in on larger, AI-infused models, and consumer interest is clearly shifting toward these premium offerings. The only friction points? Content availability in 8K and the premium price tag, which still keeps some models out of reach for the average buyer.

Smart TV as the heart of connected living

The smart TV isn’t just surviving, it’s thriving. As AI gets smarter and displays get more immersive, your next television could become the nerve centre of your home. It can be running your entertainment, syncing your devices, and responding to your life without you lifting a finger.

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