"Vizio Pays $3M to Settle Dispute Over Misrepresented TV Refresh Rates"
TL;DR
Vizio has settled a class-action lawsuit for $3 million over misleading advertising claims that its 60 Hz and 120 Hz TVs had an "effective" refresh rate of 120 Hz and 240 Hz, respectively, due to backlight scanning technology. The lawsuit argued that this technology does not actually increase the refresh rate and can introduce drawbacks like reduced brightness and flickering. Affected customers in California can file a claim for compensation, and Vizio has agreed to stop using "effective" refresh rate marketing and provide a service package, while denying any wrongdoing.
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- Vizio settles for $3M after saying 60 Hz TVs had 120 Hz “effective refresh rate” Ars Technica
- Vizio agrees to pay $3 million for alleged 'false' refresh rate claims The Verge
- Some Vizio TV owners can claim a share of a $3 million settlement over misleading marketing Engadget
- Vizio Agrees to Pay Out $3 Million and Stop Advertising Bogus 'Effective' Framerates Gizmodo
- How to Get Your Cut of Vizio's $3 Million 'False' Refresh Rate Claim Settlement PCMag
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