To watch your favorite shows online, you don’t need to upgrade to a smart TV. Here are some ideas for turning your old “dumb” TV into a smart one.

1. Amazon Firestick
The Amazon Fire Stick is a little gadget that plugs into an HDMI port on your TV and allows you to view Netflix, Prime, Hotstar, Sony LIV, and a variety of other streaming services. The Fire Stick connects to a Wi-Fi network and begins streaming immediately. Voice search is also included in the remote. This device may be a little pricey but it’s worth the try.

2. Connect Your Laptop
The simplest option is to use an HDMI connection to link your laptop to your TV, just as you would a projector. You can make use of the DTH cable that is connected. The laptop display is reflected onto the larger screen.

3. Google Chromecast.
a. Go to the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store on your mobile device, then search for and install a Chromecast-enabled app.
b. Open the app and select Cast from the menu.
c. Your mobile device’s content will be cast to your TV.

Isn’t it now a simple and robust way to improve your TV streaming apps!