8 HDMI tricks I use to get the best performance from my TV – and most are free

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ZDNET’s key takeaways

• Quick HDMI tweaks can noticeably improve picture and sound quality.
• Your TV’s settings and cables play a bigger role than you probably realize.
• A few checks can prevent HDMI problems and boost performance.

Connecting your devices to a TV with HDMI is easy enough. Plug your cable in, and you’re good to go, right? Not so fast, my friend.

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