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I changed these 6 TV settings to drastically speed up its performance (and why they work)

Published on: 2025-07-15 15:17:14

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Is your smart TV feeling a little sluggish? If it's lagging between scenes or responding slowly to your remote, you're not alone. Many users deal with frustrating screen judder and unresponsive controls -- but there are ways to fix it. Also: I tested the LG G5 OLED beside the industry's best TVs - and it made the G4 look outdated Modern TVs have plenty of features and apps (and services that run in the background) that can slow them down over time. Fortunately, some simple actions can rectify your flatscreen's sketchy performance. 1. Restart and reboot The simplest fix can sometimes be the quickest fix, so let's start with the most basic function -- an old-fashioned reboot. Before proceeding with more advanced troubleshooting methods, access your TV's settings menu and look for a Restart option. Restarting closes background apps and processes, which can help free up resources, just like with your computer or smartphone. In conjunction, I further recommend unpluggi ... Read full article.