TCL Knocks $1,000 Off One of Our Favorite Midrange TVs - WIRED
Google News • 1/21/2026 – 1/22/2026
Summary
TCL has reduced the price of its 65-inch Q8 144Hz Google Smart TV by $1,500 from its original 2025 launch price. Additionally, the TCL 75-Inch Class S5 UHD 4K LED Smart TV is currently on sale for $170 off, with Amazon promoting it as a great option for sports viewing during the Super Bowl, where it is available for $500 off.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
87d
Age
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Sources
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Hours Since Seen
Final Score0/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusArchived
Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^2071/48)
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Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^2071/48 = 0.000000) reduced it below 0.5
Score BreakdownRisk 50
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Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 87 days - proven survivor
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