Industry insiders are finally admitting defeat, acknowledging that 8K TVs may not be the future of television after all. The technology was heavily marketed and sold in the 2010s, but with limited content and little practicality, it failed to gain significant traction.
The reality is that most people still use 4K resolution for their viewing needs, with a staggering 1 billion units currently in use worldwide. In contrast, only around 16 companies are members of the 8K Association, which was established to promote the technology and encourage the creation of native 8K content.
The lack of native 8K content has been a major obstacle for the adoption of 8K TVs. Streaming services still primarily offer 4K or lower resolutions, and many users rely on standard definition (SD) resolution for their viewing needs. Even gaming, which was once touted as a driver for 8K adoption, is no longer supported by all consoles.
The University of Cambridge's display resolution calculator suggests that the human eye can only benefit from 8K resolution in very specific situations, typically with extremely close viewing distances or on large screens.
Despite this, some manufacturers are still producing 8K TVs, albeit at a lower rate than before. Samsung offers models starting at $2,500, while LG has also continued to sell its 8K OLED TVs until stock runs out.
However, it's unlikely that these TVs will become mainstream anytime soon. Industry insiders now acknowledge that the technology is not as revolutionary as initially claimed and may only be relevant for niche use cases or enthusiasts.
For now, consumers can expect to see more features like OLED, HDR support, Micro LED, quantum dots, or newer technologies like Micro RGB panels taking center stage in TVs. These innovations are likely to have a greater impact on home theaters than moving from 4K to 8K.
The reality is that most people still use 4K resolution for their viewing needs, with a staggering 1 billion units currently in use worldwide. In contrast, only around 16 companies are members of the 8K Association, which was established to promote the technology and encourage the creation of native 8K content.
The lack of native 8K content has been a major obstacle for the adoption of 8K TVs. Streaming services still primarily offer 4K or lower resolutions, and many users rely on standard definition (SD) resolution for their viewing needs. Even gaming, which was once touted as a driver for 8K adoption, is no longer supported by all consoles.
The University of Cambridge's display resolution calculator suggests that the human eye can only benefit from 8K resolution in very specific situations, typically with extremely close viewing distances or on large screens.
Despite this, some manufacturers are still producing 8K TVs, albeit at a lower rate than before. Samsung offers models starting at $2,500, while LG has also continued to sell its 8K OLED TVs until stock runs out.
However, it's unlikely that these TVs will become mainstream anytime soon. Industry insiders now acknowledge that the technology is not as revolutionary as initially claimed and may only be relevant for niche use cases or enthusiasts.
For now, consumers can expect to see more features like OLED, HDR support, Micro LED, quantum dots, or newer technologies like Micro RGB panels taking center stage in TVs. These innovations are likely to have a greater impact on home theaters than moving from 4K to 8K.
I'm kinda surprised it took this long for people to admit defeat on the 8K thing 
. Like, we all knew it was gonna be a tough sell what with the lack of content and stuff 
. But you know what's really sad? All that money wasted on marketing and production 
. It's like, what could've been some cool new tech for real practical use instead 
. Now we're stuck seeing more of these fancy features that are just gonna make our living rooms look prettier 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, OLED is nice and all, but it's not like it's a game changer or anything 
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. I don't need any more resolution than that, right? And what's the point of having 8K if there's no good content to watch on it? 
How many people can afford that? I don't think so...
. I mean, who needs that much resolution? My old 1080p TV has served me well enough! But you know what's cool? OLED TVs are getting better and cheaper by the minute 
. And have you seen those new Micro RGB panels? Whoa, they're like something out of a sci-fi movie 
. I'm not saying 8K is totally irrelevant, but it's definitely no longer the game-changer everyone thought it was 
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. I mean, we're still using 4K and it's working just fine for most people. It's not like the new tech is breaking any ground in terms of actual usage. And those 16 companies that are part of the 8K Association? That's like a tiny drop in an ocean.
... but only in specific situations where it might make a difference. For most of us, 4K or even lower resolutions are more than enough.
. I'd rather see more innovations like those Micro RGB panels - they sound interesting 
. Anyone got an idea what's gonna replace 8K TVs in the future? Maybe some new display tech that'll blow our minds? 
. I guess we'll just stick with our trusty old 4K sets for now 
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It's not about keeping up with the latest tech, it's about finding what works best for you and your lifestyle. And let's be real, most people aren't going to shell out $2,500 for an 8K TV anytime soon! 
. Now I'm more stoked about seeing those newer technologies like Micro RGB panels and OLEDs come into play – they sound way more exciting for home theaters! 
. i mean, who needs all that resolution when u can have HDR or OLED and enjoy better picture quality? samsung's still tryin to make a buck off people's FOMO, but we know the truth 
. And honestly, I'm a bit confused by the whole 8K vs HDR debate 
anyway, i'm more excited about the new tech coming out - OLED, HDR support, Micro LED... sounds amazing! 
? 4K is still more than enough for me, and I'm sure most people out there feel the same way 
. It's not like it's a bad technology or anything, but it just didn't live up to the hype 
. Now we're going to see innovation in other areas like OLED, HDR, and Micro LED - that's where the real magic happens 
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. The industry is always adapting to what people really want, and right now, it seems people are happy with 4K 
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. OLED, HDR, Micro LED – these are the real game-changers 
. So, instead of getting left behind, those companies can invest in what's really making a difference now 
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