Do you remember HDTV? Full 1080p? Well those days are long gone baby Now 4k is the minimum acceptable definition that you want to see. What else are you doing with your eyes?
4K is also known as UHD (“Ultra High Definition”) or 2160p (that’s double 1080p for you math whizzes out there). This means that the screen you are currently viewing is 3840 x 2160 pixels. Most new televisions and computer monitors currently support this resolution. However, there are a few extra steps you need to take to ensure that the content you’re viewing is actually playing in all of its 4K glory.
First, make sure that the platform you’re streaming from actually supports 4K. For example, HBO Max only recently started streaming 4K content. If you’re using a FireTV Stick, you’ll need to make sure you have a 4K model. Netflix lets you upgrade your plan for the full UHD experience.
Then you need to check that the show you want to see is in 4K. Some older shows weren’t up-converted and sometimes you have the option to choose the HD version or the 4K version.
Finally, make sure that all of your cables, connections, and ports support 4K. Some TVs only have dedicated HDMI connections for 4K. So be sure to connect them. Have fun streaming!
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