If you’re moving into your first student house this autumn, you’ve probably been trawling the internet looking at forums, discussion pages, and social media for the lists of essential items to take with you. TVs aren’t usually at the top of these lists, but they’re absolutely a must-have for student life.
A television will sometimes be provided by your landlord, but a lot of the time they’re not the best and they’re usually only in communal areas, not bedrooms. Sometimes you want to watch TV, but don’t feel like socialising – and that’s okay! The stress of university life means you’ll definitely benefit from having some downtime watching a spot of TV from the comfort of your bed.
Also, TV-watching habits may clash with your housemates – what if they’re a couple of episodes ahead of you in that new Netflix show? You need somewhere to catch up so you can join them for the season finale…
This is where Cheap TVs come in handy. We know that keeping costs down is a must, which is why we offer some of the world’s biggest TV brands at staggeringly low prices through our consistently updated stocklist of graded TVs. Today, we’re helping you find which TV is right for you if you’re a student moving away to university this September.
How Should I Keep Costs Down When Buying A TV for University?
The best way to keep costs down when choosing a TV to take with you to university is, as mentioned, by choosing graded stock such as the units we sell at Cheap TVs. Graded stock means products that cannot be sold as brand-new. There are various reasons why a TV would be listed as graded stock, such as discontinued models, damaged packaging, or being 30-day customer returns. These units are usually completely fine, but if there is any damage to the TV itself, full transparency is given in the product description on our website. All stock on Cheap TVs is graded, which also means we live up to our name! By choosing a graded television, you’re purchasing a TV from one of the world’s biggest technology brands, such as Samsung, Sony, and Panasonic, for an incredible price.
This is why we believe that we’re the best choice for students, as your budget will more than likely be lower than the average television buyer.
Additionally, we have plenty of clearance TVs for sale and are always updating our stocklist; you may find what you’re looking for even cheaper there.
What Are the Best TV Features for Students?
Whilst we all love the likes of EastEnders and The Chase, we understand that as a student, you’re more likely to benefit from streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime, where you can binge-watch the nights away. Because of this, we think that the best option for you is one of our discount Smart TVs. Our smart TVs come ready-loaded with all your favourite streaming apps as well as the option to download more in their built-in app stores.
Furthermore, another great feature that would benefit university students is Tizen, by Samsung. This is their operating system which plays host to an abundance of incredible exclusives such as their games. Play favourites such as Star Fighter, Bobble Dobble and Urban Ninja on your own to wind down after a hard day of lectures or invite your housemates in to join! A great way to get mingling and make friends is by getting competitive, so why not throw a games night to get everyone chatting?
Gadgets and Extras to Consider
It’s no secret that university rooms are small. Most will have a desk, which is where we recommend placing your TV. To save space, it might be a good idea to use your TV as a monitor for working – this way, you don’t have to move the unit every time you want to get your laptop out. To make the most of your space, buy an HDMI lead that plugs into the back of your TV and connects to your laptop. This way, you’re able to use the screen as a monitor. You could also hook up a mouse and keyboard, or even split the screen and use your TV and laptop screen simultaneously.
Another optional extra to consider would be wireless headphones. This is a great option if you enjoy late-night gaming or want to block out the noise of your housemates without causing a ‘who can play their TV the loudest’ competition. Wireless headphones link up to your TV through Bluetooth, which most of our smart TVs are compatible with.
Don’t forget that students now must pay for their own TV licenses. Sometimes this is included in your bills on top of rent, but not always. It’s best to check your contract and if you’re unsure, speak to your landlord – you don’t want to end up with a hefty fine because you forgot to pay!
We hope that this has shed some light on which TV you should be getting for university. Cheap TVs are the best choice for students due to our low prices and graded stock, so no need to look any further.
As always, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team if you have further questions about any of our products or services. We can’t wait to hear from you!
