Tech Tips: Before you sell your old TV for scrap, stop and consider these 10 smart ways to repurpose it..

Often, after buying a new and larger TV, the old one ends up taking up space in a corner of the house. According to reports, in 2025 alone, more than 6.7 million metric tons of screen devices (TVs, monitors, tablets) were discarded worldwide. But instead of throwing away your old TV as junk, with a little creativity, you can put it to many uses. This will not only save you money but also protect the environment from hazardous e-waste. Let's explore 10 smart ways (Smart Uses of Old TV) to give your old TV a new life...

1. Make your old TV smart
If your old TV doesn't connect to the internet, there's no need to throw it away. Simply connect a device like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google TV Streamer, which costs between Rs. 2,000 and Rs. 4,000, to the TV's HDMI port. This will instantly turn your old TV into a smart TV, allowing you to enjoy apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Disney+.

2. Second monitor for your computer
If the small screen of your laptop isn't enough for office work, turn your old TV into a second monitor. You can connect it to your PC or laptop using a simple HDMI cable. This will make multitasking easier and allow you to edit photos and videos on a larger screen.

3. Home security monitor
If you have CCTV cameras installed at home, you can use your old TV as a permanent screen for the security cameras. By connecting the DVR to the TV, you can view live feeds of your home's gate, yard, or garage on a large screen.

4. Digital photo or art display
Your old TV can be mounted on the wall to create a beautiful digital photo frame. Load your memories or beautiful paintings onto a USB stick and plug it into the TV. If you add a wooden frame around it, it will look like an expensive painting.

5. Enjoy retro gaming
The real fun of 90s games is best experienced on an old TV. You can enjoy gaming by connecting your old video game console to the TV. If there are no compatible ports, use an RCA-to-HDMI adapter. This can create a fantastic gaming zone for your children.

6. Digital Signboard for Shops or Offices
An old TV can be used as a digital menu board or signboard in a cafe or shop. Apps like Yodeck allow you to display your daily offers or advertisements on it.

7. Large Screen for Video Conferencing
During long office meetings, it's difficult to see everyone on a small laptop screen. By connecting your TV to your laptop, you can run Zoom or Google Meet calls on a larger screen. This will make meetings look more professional and easier to manage.

8. Smart Digital Calendar and Information Hub
By placing an old TV in the kitchen or living room, you can make mundane tasks more enjoyable. You can also display your daily schedule, weather updates, and important reminders.

9. Learning Screen for Children
An old TV can also be used for children's studies and online classes. Educational videos, presentations, and documents are much clearer on a larger screen.

10. Gift it to Someone
If you don't want to use it yourself, you can give the TV to someone in need, a school, or a relative. This is the easiest and most socially responsible option.

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