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In less than a century, televisions have undergone remarkable transformations, both in technology and pricing. From the early days of the 1930s, when owning a television was a luxury reserved for the affluent, to the modern era where smart TVs are commonplace, the cost of these devices has reflected significant advancements in technology.
In the 1930s, a basic television set could cost around $200, a price that was quite substantial at the time. As the decades progressed, the introduction of color television in the 1950s brought new excitement but also higher costs, with sets often exceeding $1,000. The 1980s saw the arrival of cable television, which changed viewing habits and added monthly expenses for consumers.
By the turn of the millennium, flat-screen televisions began to dominate the market, with prices gradually decreasing as technology improved. In the 2010s, consumers could purchase high-definition smart TVs for a fraction of the cost of earlier models, showcasing how competition and innovation have made advanced technology more accessible to the average household. The journey of television ownership reflects not only technological progress but also changing consumer priorities and economic conditions over the years.
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