Tell us: have you slowed down your smart TV or bought an older model?

We’d like to hear from people who are disabling smart TV features, disconnecting from the internet or choosing older, simpler televisions Smart TVs have become the go-to way to watch entertainment at home and have introduced apps, internet browsing, personalised advertising and even data tracking to our viewing habits. These additional features reportedly slow down smart TVs, prompting guides on how to improve their performance and have led some to seek out simpler alternatives. We would like to speak with viewers who are tweaking their smart TVs to have fewer features, disconnecting them from wifi, or are opting to buy older models of TVs instead. We would also like to hear from people who solely use their televisions for terrestrial broadcasts and not streaming, and those who pay for a black and white TV license fee. You can respond in the form below or by messaging us. Please include as much detail as possible. Please include as much detail as possible. Please note, the maximum file size is 5.7 MB. Your contact details are helpful so we can contact you for more information. They will only be seen by the Guardian. Your contact details are helpful so we can contact you for more in

Aug 20, 2026 → Aug 20, 2026