How do you turn on the TV?
Recently, the topic "How to turn on the TV" has unexpectedly become a hot topic on the Internet. Many netizens shared their own or family members’ confusion when operating smart TVs, which aroused widespread resonance. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the reasons behind this phenomenon and provide practical TV operation guides.
1. Data analysis of recent hot topics

| Ranking | Topic keywords | Search volume (10,000) | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TV boot ads | 482 | Weibo, Zhihu |
| 2 | Smart TV operation is complicated | 356 | Douyin, Bilibili |
| 3 | Old people don’t know how to use TV | 278 | WeChat, Toutiao |
| 4 | Too many TV remote controls | 195 | Xiaohongshu, Tieba |
2. Why has "How to turn on the TV" become a hot topic?
1.Smart TV functions are complicated: Modern smart TVs integrate too many functions and enter the smart system instead of the traditional TV interface by default when they are turned on, causing basic viewing functions to be "hidden".
2.Multi-device linkage issues: Many families use multiple devices such as set-top boxes, game consoles, and sound bars. They need to switch between different signal sources, and the operation process takes up to 5-7 steps.
3.Pain points of aging society: Data shows that 43% of people over 65 years old said they are unable to operate smart TVs independently, and the demand for remote teaching for their children has surged.
4.Manufacturer design flaws: In order to promote membership services, some brands deliberately set the free live broadcast function under a multi-level menu, causing consumer dissatisfaction.
3. Comparison of booting methods of various brands of TVs
| brand | Basic boot steps | Direct access to live broadcast method | Shortcut keys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi | 1. Press the power button on the remote control 2. Select signal source | Press and hold the "Home button" for 3 seconds | Voice command: "Classmate Xiaoai, watch TV" |
| Huawei | 1. Turn on the computer with the power button 2. Press the "Live" button | Set up direct function at boot | Remote control "TV" button |
| sony | 1. Automatically enter the last signal source when booting 2. Additional set-top box needs to be opened | Set up BRAVIA Sync linkage | "Input selection" shortcut key |
| traditional cable TV | 1. Turn on the power of the set-top box 2. TV automatically switches | No special settings required | Set-top box remote control "TV" button |
4. Practical solutions
1.Tips for simplifying setup: Turn on the "Start up direct live broadcast" function in the system settings (supported by most brands), and you can skip the smart interface and directly enter the TV channel.
2.Universal remote control configuration: Use the infrared function of the mobile phone or the universal remote control APP to set power on + signal source switching as a shortcut operation.
3.Elderly mode settings: Enable the "Easy Mode" or "Elder Mode" that comes with the TV, and the interface will be simplified to a layout of large icons and large fonts.
4.Physical button usage: Some TVs retain physical buttons. Press and hold the "Volume +" button to directly enter the live broadcast (please check the manual).
5. Real user feedback
| User type | Main problem | Solution adoption rate |
|---|---|---|
| young users | Too many ads / cumbersome process | 82% use voice control |
| Elderly users | Can't find the live broadcast entrance | 56% need assistance from their children |
| Rental group | Different brands operate differently | 78% rely on mobile phone screencasting |
6. Industry development trends
1. The country has promulgated the "Smart TV Start-up Advertising Specifications", which requires that all TVs must provide a "start-up direct live broadcast" option from 2024.
2. Mainstream manufacturers have begun to launch "minimalist remote controls", reducing the number of buttons from 40+ to less than 15, while retaining basic functions.
3. The penetration rate of voice control has reached 67%. "Speaking dialects to turn on the TV" has become a new selling point. Sales of models that support dialect recognition increased by 210%.
4. "TV usage training classes" appeared in the community, mainly teaching basic operations to the elderly. A single class charges 30-50 yuan, but demand still exceeds supply.
Conclusion
"How do I turn on the TV?" This seemingly simple question reflects the dilemma of human-computer interaction in the intelligent era. It is recommended that when purchasing a TV, users should not only pay attention to the picture quality parameters, but also actually test the operational convenience. If there are elderly people at home, be sure to spend 10 minutes to set up the basics so that technology can truly serve the convenience of life.
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