Don't Throw Away Your Old TV - Here's What To Do Instead
Why retire your old TV when you can give it a new job or help someone out?
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The average TV sits in an entertainment center or hangs on the wall for somewhere between 6 and 8 years. In many cases, it's perfectly fine, but it ends up on the chopping block in favor of more screen real estate or a nice resolution upgrade. But what happens to the old TV now that its usefulness on family movie night has run its course?
The simple answer is to move it to another room or, even better, donate it or give it to someone who is going through a hard time right now. You could turn it into a DIY repair project, though that usually takes a steady and patient hand. Most smart TVs today stop receiving firmware updates around 4 to 7 years, but don't forget that a...
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