# Smart TVs Explained: What They Are and What They Do

> Smart televisions are made by various manufacturers, including, but not limited to, those made by LG, Samsung, Panasonic, Sony, and Vizio. What Is a Smart TV, Anyway?

- **Source:** [Lifewire](https://www.lifewire.com/what-is-a-smart-tv-11747277?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6861865d6291756210ecd9b3)
- **Published:** 2025-06-29
- **Category:** Smart Home
- **Tags:** #panasonic #samsung #sony #lg #smart #explained #internet #ability
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