Hisense 55-Inch QLED CanvasTV Over $300 Off at Amazon

A TV That Doubles as Wall Art at a Steep Discount

If you have been eyeing a television that disappears into your living room decor when it is not in use, Amazon has a compelling offer on the Hisense 55-Inch Class QLED 4K S7N CanvasTV. The retailer has knocked more than $300 off the regular price, bringing this art-meets-technology hybrid within reach of budget-conscious buyers who do not want to compromise on picture quality or aesthetics.

The CanvasTV concept has been popularized by Samsung's Frame TV, but Hisense's entry into the category offers similar functionality at a significantly lower price point. When you are watching movies, sports, or streaming your favorite shows, it delivers the vibrant QLED picture quality you would expect from a modern 4K television. When you turn it off, or rather switch it to ambient mode, it displays high-resolution artwork, photographs, or abstract patterns that make it look like a framed canvas on your wall.

What Makes the CanvasTV Special

The Hisense S7N CanvasTV distinguishes itself from conventional televisions with several design and feature choices:

Anti-glare matte display: Unlike glossy TV screens that reflect room lighting, the CanvasTV uses a matte finish that mimics the texture of canvas, making displayed artwork look remarkably realistic
QLED 4K resolution: Quantum dot technology delivers vivid colors and high brightness, whether you are watching content or displaying art
Slim wall-mount design: The TV is designed to sit flush against the wall, eliminating the gap that makes most mounted TVs look like, well, mounted TVs
Art library: Access to a curated collection of artwork from museums and galleries, with the option to display your own photographs
Light and motion sensors: The TV adjusts its brightness based on ambient room lighting and can turn on or off when people enter or leave the room

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Should You Buy It?

The CanvasTV is ideal for buyers who fit a specific profile: you want a good-quality 4K television, you care about how it looks in your living space when it is not in use, and you do not want to pay Samsung prices for the privilege. The current Amazon discount makes an already competitive product even more appealing.

That said, if outright picture quality is your top priority and aesthetics are secondary, you can likely find conventional 55-inch 4K TVs with better raw performance at similar or lower prices. The CanvasTV commands a premium for its design and ambient display features, even at the discounted price.

For anyone who has looked at their blank TV screen and wished it could be something more, this deal represents one of the most affordable entry points into the art TV category. At more than $300 off, it is worth serious consideration before the sale ends.

This article is based on reporting by Mashable. Read the original article.