The default TV setting you should turn off ASAP - and why it makes a big difference

Often referred to as the 'soap opera effect,' motion smoothing can enhance gaming and live sports but tends to be distracting for everything else. Here's how to turn it off.

I love March Madness, at least until Louisville gets knocked out in the first round. Then, I just sit back, free of stress, and enjoy watching other teams play their hearts out like everything is on the line -- because it is. 

While NCAA basketball continues to be broadcast in standard HD, the games can look clear, bright, and beautiful on most modern TVs. Part of that appeal, though, is owed to your TV's motion-smoothing capabilities. 

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For many people, motion smoothing is only appropriate for gaming and watching live sports; enthusiasts typically prefer turning off the feature to watch ...