These days, the television has become a mainstay of the average home. It keeps people connected to the world at large, provides seemingly endless hours of entertainment, and gives insight into the latest news and events. However popular television and home theater setups may be now, it wasn’t always the case. The team at Premiere Home Theater in Cornelius, NC, shares a brief history of the television and how it’s improved everyone’s at-home entertainment experience.

The Origins

Television as the world knows it today first appeared at the World’s Fair in 1939. These units were large boxes with small screens and only showed a very limited number of pictures. Though developed and available for purchase, televisions did not become affordable for consumers until the early 1950s. The post-World War II economy was growing stronger, and people could use their savings to invest in the technology of the future. The 1950s also saw the creation of countless shows, soap operas, commercials, and a change in how the world obtained information.

The Creation of Shows

During the 1960s, television started to become a central part of the home. Families gathered to watch shows like “The Andy Griffith Show,” “Batman,” and “The Flintstones.” As the political climate shifted, television became the prominent means of getting the news and staying up-to-date on the latest events across the world. The 60s also saw the development of the color television, letting families watch their favorite shows in color rather than just black and white.

TV Turned Home Theater

Though television was able to bring broadcast shows right into the home, it wasn’t the primary way people watched movies. In fact, using a television as a means of watching films didn’t start until VCRs started to become commonplace in the 1980s. Once the VCR became mainstream, homeowners started to transform their living rooms into theaters where the family could enjoy a movie right from the couch.

Today, television is shifting again as streaming services start to encroach on the popularity of cable and satellite. However, the principals are the same: allow the masses to watch their favorite shows and entertainment from the comfort of their own home.

At Premiere Home Theater, their dedicated team wants to help you get the most out of your home entertainment center. Using the best in networking and WIFI and in-home projectors, you’ll be able to enjoy a theater-quality viewing experience without leaving the house. Don’t settle for subpar television. Let their experts transform your living room into a one-of-a-kind theater. Learn more online and call (704) 449-9448 to schedule an estimate.