Speaking of streaming services, all the main ones are here and accounted for. This can effectively be done in two taps – and it works with most major streaming services. To begin with, let’s talk about the Cast in the SmartCast name that allows you to use Chromecast Built-in or Apple AirPlay 2 to send content from your phone to the big screen.

Not only does it give it a leg up on other non-smart TVs, but SmartCast in particular offers a lot of functionality out of the box. SmartCast really feels like the TV’s strong suit. (Image credit: Vizio) Smart TV (SmartCast) The remote doesn’t have voice search built-in, but there is a SmartCast app you can download if you want additional functionality. Last but not least, the TV comes with a basic IR remote that has shortcuts for Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, Crackle and others, as well as Vizio’s own WatchFree service. It doesn’t list any contrast control zones for this TV, which we’ll explain down below, and the TV’s panel only has a native 60Hz refresh rate. Inside the TV, Vizio has installed its basic IQ Processor to handle motion processing and upscaling and a full array panel. Having just two HDMI ports isn’t exactly a deal-breaker at this price, but it is something to pay attention to – if you know you have more than two devices that need to go into the TV, you’ll either need to find another model or invest in something like an HDMI splitter. Here you’ll find the inputs and outputs for the TV that include only two HDMI ports (HDMI 1 supports ARC), composite-in and both digital optical audio out and 3.5mm aux. Spin it around to the side, however, and you’ll see that it’s not completely modern – the D-Series is fairly thick around the midsection that juts out several inches. With a minimal bezel around the screen, slim plastic legs and a low-profile look, the D-Series looks very modern… at least in the front.

For a low-price TV, the D-Series actually looks pretty sleek.

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