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- Cloudy and cooler, rain south on Thursday
Cloudy and cooler, rain south on Thursday -Lots of sunshine and low humidity Friday through the weekend
- A new Vermont partnership brings job opportunities for service members
A new Vermont partnership brings job opportunities for service members -The PRIME Program is connecting service members with potential employers
- Gone in a flash: Tickets for Saturday's Vermont Green FC match sell out in seconds
Gone in a flash: Tickets for Saturday's Vermont Green FC match sell out in seconds -The tickets for the USL League Two final game went on sale at 10 a.m. and were gone in mere seconds.
- Canada will recognize a Palestinian state in September, the prime minister says
Canada will recognize a Palestinian state in September, the prime minister says -"The level of human suffering in Gaza is intolerable," Carney said.
- Vermont medical debt relief plan will help over sixty thousand Vermonters
Vermont medical debt relief plan will help over sixty thousand Vermonters -The new law will erase one million dollars of debt for working and middle-class Vermonters. This is an automatic entry, so people who are eligible do not need to apply.
- Locally-owned Burlington diner celebrates 100 years in business
Locally-owned Burlington diner celebrates 100 years in business -"The staff, the wait people and cooks, they're all great people, that's why I keep coming here," Ernie Goodrich, a decades-long Henry's Diner patron, said.
- Argument leads to gunfire in Addison County, police say
Argument leads to gunfire in Addison County, police say -Police said they learned that several people who knew each other got into an argument that eventually led to shots being fired.
- Shots fired from air rifle prompt investigation in Keene, New Hampshire
Shots fired from air rifle prompt investigation in Keene, New Hampshire -The Keene Police Department said they were called just after 6:30 a.m. by a neighbor who reported hearing what they believed were two gunshots on Wilford Street. The caller said they saw a man leaving the area with what appeared to be a rifle.
- Vermont Green FC final match becomes the hottest ticket in the state
Vermont Green FC final match becomes the hottest ticket in the state -The club’s ticketing site opened at 10 a.m. sharp, and within moments, more than 7,000 fans flooded the queue.
- Ticket holders to August concert of "Oklahoma!" will get special benefit for 2026, Lyric and VSO say
Ticket holders to August concert of "Oklahoma!" will get special benefit for 2026, Lyric and VSO say -Ahead of an upcoming concert version of a classic musical, Lyric Theatre and the Vermont Symphony Orchestra made a special announcement about their 2026 outdoor offering
- 12 members of Congress sue Trump administration to ensure access to ICE detention centers
12 members of Congress sue Trump administration to ensure access to ICE detention centers -A dozen members of Congress who have been blocked from making oversight visits at immigration detention centers are suing the Trump administration to ensure they are granted entry into the facilities, even without prior notice.
- NTSB looks into altimeter discrepancies when Army helicopter collided with a passenger jet
NTSB looks into altimeter discrepancies when Army helicopter collided with a passenger jet -The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) began a three day hearing in Washington, D.C., to investigate the midair collision between a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter and a commercial regional jet that killed 67 people in January.
- Brown University strikes agreement to resolve discrimination complaints and restore federal funding
Brown University strikes agreement to resolve discrimination complaints and restore federal funding -Brown University on Wednesday said it reached a deal with the federal government to regain access to federal research funding and end investigations into alleged discrimination.
- St. Albans Creamery to pay settlement after illegal dumping suit
St. Albans Creamery to pay settlement after illegal dumping suit -Attorney General Charity Clark said the creamery dumped substantial amounts of raw milk and cream into the St. Albans Wastewater Treatment Facility, which is a violation of its permit.
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- Full HD delivers a step up in clarity from HD with richer contrast and true-to-life color achieved with Full Array LED Backlight and fine-tuned at a granular level with Active Pixel Tuning.
- See details your opponent won’t with HDR10 support on HDMI. Plus, when a console or PC is detected, FHD models automatically enable Auto Low Latency Mode.
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- DTS Virtual-X Sound: An immersive sound format creates a three-dimensional sound experience with your TV’s speakers.
- Supports HDMI eARC: Allows you to transmit the original full-resolution audio signal through HDMI for the highest quality sound.
- Versatile connections: Connect your home theater components such as a Blu-ray player, game console, speakers, cable/antenna and more. TV connections include 3 HDMI ports, composite (AV) jacks, digital optical output, USB port, headphone jack, coaxial jack, Ethernet port and Wi-Fi technology.
- Parental controls: Manage your children’s viewing by blocking content based on program ratings or entire channels. Once the kids are in bed, access whatever you want with a simple PIN.
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- Watch from room to room - All of your movies and shows from your Fire TV devices will stay in sync, for a seamless viewing experience from one room to the next.
- Smart and always getting smarter - Fire TV adds new Alexa skills, features, smart home capabilities, and voice functionality all the time.
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- Connect all your devices - Use the 2 standard HDMI inputs to connect to cable or satellite and video game consoles. Use the 1 HDMI ARC input for audio equipment for enhanced sound.
- Wireless Bluetooth listening - Connect Bluetooth headphones for private listening to watch TV without disturbing those around you.
- Games on Fire TV - Discover, explore, and play games from the Appstore, Amazon Luna, and Twitch.
- 4K Ultra HD (2160p resolution) - Enjoy breathtaking HDR10 4K movies and TV shows at 4 times the resolution of Full HD, and upscale your current content to Ultra HD-level picture quality.
- High Dynamic Range - Provides a wide range of color details and sharper contrast, from the brightest whites to the deepest blacks.
- Alexa voice control - The Alexa Voice Remote lets you easily control your entertainment, search across apps, switch inputs, and more using just your voice. Press and hold the voice button and ask Alexa to easily find, launch, and control content, and even switch to cable.
- Access thousands of shows with Fire TV - Watch over 1 million streaming movies and TV episodes with access to thousands of channels, apps and Alexa skills, including Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, YouTube, Apple TV+, Disney+, ESPN+, Sling TV, Paramount+, and other services right from this TV.*
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- Versatile connections - Connect your home theater components such as a Blu-ray player, game console, speakers, cable/antenna and more. TV connections include 3 HDMI ports, composite (AV) jacks, digital optical output, USB port, headphone jack, coaxial jack, ethernet port and Wi-Fi technology.
- LED-backlit LCD screen - With reliable and long-lasting LED lighting, this LCD screen delivers a wide range of colors and contrast for a memorable viewing experience.
- Parental controls - Manage your children’s viewing by blocking content based on program ratings or entire channels. Once the kids are in bed, access whatever you want with a simple PIN.
- Wall mountable - Compatible with VESA pattern 200 × 200 for simple and safe wall mounting.
- 4K UltraHD Resolution - Experience incredible detail with 4X the resolution of 1080p Full HDTVs.
- High Brightness LED Backlight - Enjoy a brilliant picture in any room.
- Enhanced Color - Enhanced color bringing rich, vibrant images to life.
- Motion Rate 240 with MEMC Frame Insertion - Combines multiple motion enhancement technologies for best-in-class motion clarity.
- Fire TV Experience – All your entertainment in one place. Fire TV gives you quick access to live TV, video games, music, and lets you stream over 1 million movies and TV episodes. Subscriptions may apply.
- HDR PRO+ with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, & HLG - Enjoy enhanced contrast, accurate colors and fine details utilizing all the most advanced HDR formats.
- Auto Game Mode (ALLM) - Automatically enables game mode for the lowest possible input lag and latency for an unmatched gaming performance.
- Dolby Atmos Audio - Advanced spatial audio processing found in movies, TV shows, and video games.
- Enhanced Dialogue Mode - Audio Setting for better clarity and intelligibility in movies, TV shows, and video games.
- DTS Virtual:X - Advanced audio post-processing for your everyday content offering an immersive 3D sound, all from just your TV speakers.
- 720p resolution - View your favorite movies, shows and games in high definition.
- Alexa voice control - The Alexa Voice Remote lets you easily control your entertainment, search across apps, switch inputs, and more using just your voice. Press and hold the voice button and ask Alexa to easily find, launch, and control content, and even switch to cable.
- Access thousands of shows with Fire TV - Watch over 1.5 million streaming movies and TV episodes with access to thousands of channels, apps and Alexa skills, including Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, YouTube, Apple TV+, Disney+, ESPN+, Sling TV, Paramount+, and other services right from this TV.*
- DTS Virtual-X Sound - An immersive sound format creates a three-dimensional sound experience with your TV’s speakers.
- Supports HDMI ARC - Sends audio directly from the HDMI jack to a compatible soundbar or AV receiver, removing the need for an extra cable.
- Versatile connections - Connect your home theater components such as a Blu-ray player, game console, speakers, cable/antenna and more. TV connections include 2 HDMI ports, composite (AV) jacks, digital optical output, USB port, headphone jack, coaxial jack and Wi-Fi technology.
- Parental controls - Manage your children’s viewing by blocking content based on program ratings or entire channels. Once the kids are in bed, access whatever you want with a simple PIN.
- Wall mountable
- Sustainably Focused - The outer package for this product has been manufactured with sustainably sourced paper, certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). FSC certification ensures that packaging comes from responsibly managed forests to help protect the planet—today and tomorrow.
- 1080p Resolution - Watch movies and TV shows in high-definition picture quality.
- LED-backlit LCD screen - With reliable and long-lasting LED lighting, this LCD screen delivers a wide range of colors and contrast for a memorable viewing experience.
- Watch what you want - Stream over 1.5 million movies and TV episodes. Watch favorites with subscriptions to Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and more. Subscription fees may apply.
- All your entertainment in one place - Watch live and free TV, play video games, and stream music.
- Smart and always getting smarter - Fire TV adds new Alexa skills, features, smart home capabilities, and voice functionality all the time.
- 100% sRGB Color Gamut: With 100% sRGB, our display reveals an astonishing brightness and variance in red, green, and blue color across a wide gamut, providing a more defined and naturalistic display of color in every image.
- DP & HDMI Ports: Two HDMI ports and one DisplayPort port provide up to 100Hz refresh rate, refining picture clarity in all action-packed gaming sequences and graphic design projects. Audio In and a Headphone Jack provide diverse audio options.
- Blue Light Shift: Blue Light Shift reduces blue light, allowing you to comfortably work, watch, or play applications without straining your eyes.
- Built-in Speakers: Perfectly suited to work & gaming settings, built-in speakers deliver robust & smooth audio while saving space on your desk.
- FPS-RTS Game Modes: FPS and RTS are Sceptre's custom set display settings built for an enhanced gaming experience. FPS (First Person Shooter), RTS (Real-Time Strategy).
- VESA Wall Mountable: The VESA wall mount pattern gives you the freedom to select the optimum viewing position for your monitor, eliminate cable clutter, and save valuable space for your gaming and work station.
- 4k Ultra HD (2160p resolution): Enjoy breathtaking HDR10 4K movies and TV shows at 4 times the resolution of Full HD, and upscale your current content to Ultra HD-level picture quality.
- High Dynamic Range: Provides a wide range of color details and sharper contrast, from the brightest whites to the deepest blacks.
- All-in-one: Get right to your good stuff. With Fire TV, you can enjoy a world of entertainment from apps like Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max. Plus, stream for free with Fire TV Channels, Pluto TV, Tubi, and more. Access over 1.8 million movies and TV episodes. Subscriptions may be required. Feature and content availability may vary.
- Smart Home: Your smart home hub. Pair Fire TV with compatible smart home devices to see live camera feeds, use AirPlay, control your lighting and thermostat, and more.
- Free Content: Stream for free. Access over 1 million free movies and TV episodes from popular ad-supported streaming apps like Fire TV Channels, Tubi, and Pluto TV. Subscriptions may be required. Feature and content availability may vary.
- DTS Virtual-X Sound: An immersive sound format creates a three-dimensional sound experience with your TV’s speakers.
- Supports HDMI eARC: Allows you to transmit the original full-resolution audio signal through HDMI for the highest quality sound.
- Versatile connections: Connect your home theater components such as a Blu-ray player, game console, speakers, cable/antenna and more. TV connections include 3 HDMI ports, composite (AV) jacks, digital optical output, USB port, headphone jack, coaxial jack, Ethernet port and Wi-Fi technology.
- Parental controls: Manage your children’s viewing by blocking content based on program ratings or entire channels. Once the kids are in bed, access whatever you want with a simple PIN.
- Wall mountable: Compatible with VESA pattern 200 × 200 for simple and safe wall mounting.
- With VIZIO Account, access VIZIO OS with apps built right in, manage your app subscriptions, watch free channels, and much more. A VIZIO Account is required for Smart TV functionality and product updates.
- Full HD delivers a step up in clarity from HD with richer contrast and true-to-life color achieved with Full Array LED Backlight and fine-tuned at a granular level with Active Pixel Tuning.
- See details your opponent won’t with HDR10 support on HDMI. Plus, when a console or PC is detected, FHD models automatically enable Auto Low Latency Mode.
- Built-in VIZIO OS lets you instantly access all your favorite apps and more. Enjoy hundreds of free channels and thousands of free On Demand titles with the built-in WatchFree+ app.
- The modern 3-sided VIZIO ThinFrame design fits beautifully in any room.
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