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businesslegal2 years ago•2 min saved

"Vizio Pays $3M to Settle Dispute Over Misrepresented TV Refresh Rates"

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.

via Ars Technica|

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business-and-technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Vizio Settles for $3 Million Over Misleading TV Refresh Rate Advertising"

Vizio has settled a class action lawsuit by agreeing to pay $3 million and to cease using the term "effective refresh rate" in its advertising, which was deemed misleading. The term referred to software enhancements that create the illusion of smoother images, rather than actual hardware capabilities. Customers who purchased a Vizio TV between April 30, 2014, and the settlement date can claim up to $50. Vizio's latest TVs no longer use the "effective" term but still advertise a "Dynamic Motion Rate" of 120Hz on a native 60Hz screen. The settlement serves as a caution against taking high refresh rate claims at face value.

via Gizmodo|

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