CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

By Team Digit | Updated Jan 09 2015
CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

While many argue that televisions are dying, CES 2015 would suggest anything but that. The world's largest tech show saw a host of new televisions and display technologies being showcased, ranging from quantum-dots to glassless 3D and more. There were even some short throw projectors in the mix. So here's a look at some of the uber interesting TV tech that we saw at the CES this year.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

Life's Good for LG..

LG had announced its 4K quantum dot television ahead of the CES, but it showcased it for the first time at the tech show. As quantum dots go, the TV makes everything vibrant and a treat to the eyes.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

Samsung kicked things off..

Samsung kicked things off with its 105 inch SUHD TV with quantum-dot technology. While Samsung played it up as a huge leap in TV tech, competitors argued that they had this technology long ago. Samsung though also played up the bendable element in its televisions.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

Don't forget Sony..

Sony didn't want to be left behind its competitors, showcasing what it says is the world's thinnest 4K UHD television. At 5 mm, it's thinner than an iPhone 6 and just a bit thicker than the Vivo X5 Max. The company is also betting big on Android TVs, adding the platform to its devices.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

It's all Sharp beyond 4K..

While its 8K TV is a thing of the future, Sharp showcased its Beyond 4K television, which delivers a resolution of 3840x2160 pixels (4K), Sharp says the TV has 66 million sub-pixels, which is 42 million more than other 4K TVs.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

And Samsung had more than just dots..

While 3D televisions weren't talked about much, Samsung's glassless 3D television is quite interesting. Glassless 3D televisions aren't new, but Samsung's version is a UHD television, which is what makes it interesting.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

Sharp was busy bending the norms..

Bendable TVs aside, Sharp took things to another level, wrapping a 60 inch LCD screen around a pillar. It is meant for pillar signage purposes.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

Sharp wasn't happy with just 4K..

No seriously, it wasn't. Sharp also showcased an 85-inch 8K television, which actually delivers a resolution of 7680x4320 pixels and a refresh rate of 120 MHz.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

Sony threw caution to the wind..

You know the problem with TVs? They take a lot of space in your living room. To get around that, Sony showcased its 4K short throw projector technology at CES.

CES 2015: 4K TVs go mainstream

LG is rethinking the way they teach at schools..

The Korean electronics giant's 105 inch intelligent white board is meant for schools and other relevant locations. It could replace the age old white board eventually.