Television Evolution
From cathode ray tubes to OLED displays, trace the visual revolution that brought the world into our living rooms. Explore the technological leaps that transformed television from a mechanical curiosity to today's ultra-high definition smart displays.
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Baird Televisor
Baird TelevisionJohn Logie Baird's mechanical television system using spinning Nipkow disk. First practical demonstration of television technology to the public.
Key Specifications
- 30 lines resolution
- Mechanical scanning
- Neon lamp display
RCA TRK-12
RCAFirst mass-produced television for consumers. Featured electronic scanning with cathode ray tube, marking the transition from mechanical to electronic television.
Key Specifications
- 441 lines resolution
- 12-inch CRT screen
- Electronic scanning
Zenith Royal 2000
ZenithPortable television that brought mobility to TV viewing. Featured built-in antenna and compact design for room-to-room portability.
Key Specifications
- 17-inch screen
- Built-in antenna
- Portable design
Sony Trinitron KV-1310
SonyRevolutionary Trinitron technology with aperture grille instead of shadow mask, providing brighter, more vibrant color images. Dominated color TV market for decades.
Key Specifications
- Aperture grille technology
- 13-inch color screen
- Superior brightness
Sharp Aquos LC-13B4U
SharpOne of the first affordable LCD flat-panel TVs for consumers. Marked the beginning of the end for CRT television dominance.
Key Specifications
- 13-inch LCD panel
- 1024x768 resolution
- Wall-mountable
Pioneer PDP-5000
PioneerFirst plasma display panel TV available to consumers. Offered superior viewing angles and contrast compared to early LCD technology.
Key Specifications
- 50-inch plasma display
- 852x480 resolution
- Wide viewing angles
Samsung UN55D8000
SamsungSmart TV with LED backlighting, 3D capability, and internet connectivity. Represented the convergence of television and internet technology.
Key Specifications
- 55-inch LED LCD
- 1920x1080 Full HD
- Smart TV platform
LG OLED55B6P
LGAffordable OLED television bringing self-emissive pixel technology to mainstream market. Delivered perfect blacks and infinite contrast ratio.
Key Specifications
- 55-inch OLED panel
- 3840x2160 4K UHD
- Perfect blacks
Samsung QN90A
SamsungMini-LED quantum dot television with AI processing. Features thousands of tiny LEDs for precise local dimming and quantum dot technology for vibrant colors.
Key Specifications
- Mini-LED backlighting
- Quantum dot technology
- 4K 120Hz
Sony A95K QD-OLED
SonyQuantum dot OLED combining the best of both technologies. Uses quantum dots with OLED for unprecedented color accuracy and brightness.
Key Specifications
- Quantum Dot OLED
- 4K 120Hz
- Cognitive Processor XR
Brand Racing Chart
Watch how television brands competed and evolved over time through this dynamic racing bar chart visualization. See market leaders rise and fall in real-time.
Interactive Controls: Use the play button to animate through time periods, or drag the timeline to explore specific eras. Click on brand names to highlight their journey.
Evolution Timeline
Mechanical Television
Spinning disk systems and experimental broadcasts
CRT Adoption
Electronic television becomes mainstream
Color Revolution
Trinitron technology and color broadcasting
Remote & Stereo
Advanced features and larger screens
Flat Panel Era
LCD and Plasma replace CRT dominance
Smart TV Rise
Internet connectivity and streaming integration
Next Generation
OLED, QLED, 8K, and AI processing