World Cup watchers can upgrade to a new smart TV for £169 with a quality perk. The Sharp 40HD2225K 40 Inch Full HD Roku Smart TV with Freely is currently available at Tesco for £169, offering a solid £30.99 saving on the £199.99 retail price.
This 40-inch TV could be the sweet spot in terms of size. It does not dominate a room, making it ideal for those with limited space or for use in a room other than the living room. It may well be the perfect purchase right in time to see England and Scotland kick off their World Cup campaigns. The TV supports HDR10 High Dynamic Range standards and the AV1 codec for top-quality streaming.
Streaming and Connectivity
Such streaming should be straightforward thanks to the built-in Roku TV interface. This is the same streaming software found on Roku’s streaming sticks, similar to Amazon’s Fire TV Stick range. Simply connect the Sharp TV to a Wi-Fi network, and users can download all the major streaming apps, from Netflix and Disney+ to BBC iPlayer and ITVX.
Better still, the TV also has Freely built in, which is the digital streaming version of Freeview. This gives viewers access to all the UK’s free-to-air channels hosted by that service. Just remember, in order to watch any free live TV, you need a TV license.
With three HDMI ports, owners have room to hook up their games console or DVD player when the football action is over. At the time of writing, buyers can select free delivery, though they should keep an eye on the estimated delivery date to avoid disappointment if it does not show up in time for the big match.
Potential Downside
However, there is one potential downside worth mentioning: it is not 4K. The TV is full HD compatible, so users will not be able to watch anything in 4K. Full HD still packs in higher detail, as well as better colours and contrasts. Anyone after something a bit bigger can take a look at the rest of Tesco’s TV range, which has several notable discounts. Amazon is also selling its Amazon Ember 43-inch TV, which is 4K compatible, for £259.99, down from £429.99. Another option is Currys, which has a £30 saving on the Hisense A6Q, a 43-inch device with Freely and an LED 4K HDR screen.
