How Have Smart TVs Evolved Over the Years

Smart TVs have evolved from internet-enabled televisions into devices supporting streaming, gaming, and connected home features.

• Early models offered web browsing and limited app access.
• App stores, voice search, and screen mirroring expanded viewing options.
• Modern models support 4K resolution, AI-based recommendations, and gaming features.
• Future developments include 8K displays, cloud gaming, and energy management.
• Compare screen size, resolution, app compatibility, and price before buying.

You can also buy a new smart TV on Easy EMIs at over 1.5 lakh partner stores across 4,000 cities, including Reliance Digital, Croma, and Vijay Sales. Check your loan eligibility online in minutes so you know exactly what you can get before you step into the store.

A smart TV is an internet-enabled television with built-in apps for streaming OTT content, browsing YouTube, and accessing online services. Modern models also offer voice controls and screen mirroring. Explore TVs on Bajaj Mall.

You can buy a smart TV through Easy EMIs when your preferred model is eligible and available at a partner store, making it simple to upgrade without paying the full amount upfront. Here is what the process looks like.

• Visit more than 1.5 lakh partner stores across 4,000+ cities, including Jaipur, Lucknow, Kochi, and Bhopal
• Choose your preferred model and use the Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card or Easy EMI Loan
• Convert the purchase cost into Easy EMIs that suit your monthly budget

Pro tip: Zero down payment is available on select models, so ask the store executive if your chosen smart TV qualifies before you check out.

Smart TVs have evolved from internet-enabled televisions into devices that support streaming, voice commands, gaming, and connected home controls. Key developments include:

• 2007–2010: Internet connectivity introduced web browsing, YouTube access, and online information services on select TVs.
• 2011–2013: App stores and platforms such as Samsung Smart Hub made downloading applications and accessing streaming services easier.
• 2014–2016: Operating systems such as Android TV expanded app support, while screen mirroring enabled content sharing from smartphones.
• 2017–2019: Voice assistants, AI-based recommendations, and smart home integration improved content discovery and device control.
• 2020–2023: 4K streaming, Dolby Atmos, and gaming features such as variable refresh rates expanded viewing options on supported models.
• 2024 onwards: AI-based picture processing, gaming optimisation, and energy-saving features continue to advance.

For streaming in bedrooms or smaller spaces, consider a 32-inch LED TV with Wi-Fi and OTT app support.

Smart TVs connect directly to the internet, allowing you to watch OTT content, install apps, and stream videos without an external device. Traditional TVs rely on cable, DTH, or connected streaming devices for content. If you are upgrading your home entertainment setup, a 40-inch TV can offer app access and voice controls, depending on the model.

Here is how their features compare:

Smart TV technology is moving towards AI-based controls, gaming support, and connected home features. Key trends include:

• AI personalisation: Content recommendations and picture settings based on viewing habits.
• Voice controls: More conversational commands for searching content and adjusting settings.
• 8K resolution: Higher pixel density, although native 8K content remains limited.
• Gaming features: Cloud gaming, variable refresh rates, and low-latency modes on supported models.
• Energy management: Automatic brightness adjustments to reduce power consumption.
• Device integration: Control of compatible lights, cameras, and appliances through the TV.

Consider a 42-inch smart TV with features suited to your viewing needs.

Smart TVs are available in screen sizes ranging from 32 to 55 inches and beyond. Compare these Bajaj Mall-listed models by price, resolution, and viewing needs.

(Last updated: October 2026)

Disclaimer: Each model's features, availability, and pricing are subject to change and may vary. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please visit the official website. Before you decide, explore the latest offers. You may find a great deal on a model that matches your needs.

Buyer scenario: Rahul, a working professional in Pune, chooses the Samsung 43-inch 4K TV for family streaming. At an illustrative price of Rs. 33,930, a 12-month interest-free repayment plan with zero down payment would mean approximately Rs. 2,828 per month.

This calculation is an estimated example only and does not reflect the actual in-store price or EMI. Actual payments depend on the final selling price, interest, fees, down payment, tenure, and loan eligibility.

Bajaj Finance offers two financing options at over 1.5 lakh partner stores across 4,000 cities in India. Here is how they compare:

How to choose? Both options require you to be physically present at a partner store. The Insta EMI Card is ideal for shoppers who want to purchase across multiple categories over time. The Easy EMI Loan suits buyers looking to finance a higher-value purchase in a single transaction.

Also explore the latest offers. You may find a great deal on a model that matches your needs.

The process is simple and typically takes 10 to 15 minutes once you are at the store.

1. Browse models on Bajaj Mall: Compare options on Bajaj Mall before visiting a store.
2. Find a partner store near you: Use the Bajaj Finance store locator to find a nearby partner outlet such as Croma, Vijay Sales, or other authorised retailers.
3. Check the model in person: Check the key features, specifications, size, and performance to choose the product that best suits your needs and budget.
4. Choose a suitable EMI option: At checkout, ask the store executive about the Bajaj Finance Insta EMI Card or Easy EMI Loan. Confirm available tenure options and whether your chosen model comes with a zero down payment offer.
5. Complete payment and schedule installation: The in-store process is quick, and most partner stores offer installation as part of the purchase.

You can also check your loan eligibility online in advance by entering your mobile number and OTP, helping you plan your purchase better before visiting the store.

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