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LG WOLED TVs show 'edge rot' pixel degradation across test units

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LG WOLED TVs are reportedly experiencing a degradation issue dubbed 'edge rot,' where pixels around the screen's perimeter darken over time. This problem has been observed in a significant majority of LG WOLED test units manufactured between 2020 and 2022, with user reports corroborating the findings. While LG suggests environmental factors like high humidity may contribute, Samsung highlights its Thin Film Encapsulation (TFE) technology as a solution to prevent similar border degradation. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses a degradation issue in a specific product line (LG WOLED TVs) and compares it to a competitor's technology, but does not announce a new product or major industry shift.

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LG WOLED TVs show 'edge rot' pixel degradation across test units

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  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Bruno Ferreira ·

    LG WOLED TVs suffer from 'edge rot' pixel death

    LG WOLED TV panels made around 2019 to 2023 may be susceptible to edge rot — almost all of RTings' WOLED test units show clear signs of degradation

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