When you think of big entertainment, a massive 70-inch TV might seem like the obvious choice. But don’t be deceived—trying to haul one of those onto public transportation is a surefire way to annoy your fellow passengers.
Today’s smartphones, often sporting a 6.7-inch screen, pack so much versatility that they often beat even the biggest screens.
Here are 15 reasons why a 6.7-inch smartphone might just be the ultimate choice
- Photography and Video Recording
A smartphone is a camera, video recorder, and editing suite in your pocket. Try sticking a 70″ in your pocket for the perfect selfie angle.
- Navigation and Maps
Lost? A smartphone’s GPS will guide you anywhere, with real-time updates and turn-by-turn navigation. The 70″ might get you there… if “there” is your living room.
- Communication Central
Whether it’s texting, calling, or video chatting, smartphones keep you connected. My TV never takes my calls.
- Access to Endless Apps
Need to manage your finances, order food, a calculator, stopwatch, or flashlight? Smartphones support millions of apps for just about anything. Your TV has apps for more TV.
- Portable Internet Access
A smartphone is the ultimate internet portal, wherever you go. Your TV’s smart, but is it “walk-down-the-street-with-you” smart?
- Mobile Payments
With services like Apple Pay and Google Wallet, you can pay for groceries or buy a coffee with just a tap of your phone. Imagine hauling a 70″ to buy coffee.
- Health and Fitness Tracking
Track your steps, monitor your heart rate, and sync with smartwatches to reach your fitness goals. With a TV you can watch other people take 10,000 steps.
- Work on the Go
From checking emails to editing documents a smartphone is a portable office. With a TV you can watch The Office.
- Social Media Access
Snap a picture, post an update, check in with friends—all from your pocket. TV has a program guide.
- Personalized Entertainment
Stream Netflix in bed, in line, in the car (hopefully when it’s parked).
- Smart Home Control Hub
From anywhere, control your lights, thermostat, and security cameras with your smartphone. TV remote? Good luck with that.
- Offline Access to Content
Download movies, music, and books for offline enjoyment. TVs need internet or cable for content.
- Real-Time Translation and Language Learning
Translate speech or text instantly with apps like Google Translate. Your TV has subtitles.
- Audio and Music Control
Use your phone as a remote for music streaming services, control your home speakers, and even mix playlists on the go.
- Updates and Flexibility
Smartphones are always improving with software updates. A 70-inch TV might look good, but it won’t keep up with the latest tech like a smartphone.
The Power of Pocket-Sized
Sure, a 70-inch TV has its perks—if you’re aiming to recreate a drive-in movie in your living room or make your neighbors jealous.
But the 6.7-inch smartphone proves size isn’t everything. It’s portable, personal, and packed with enough features to make even the biggest screen feel a bit, well… flat.
So unless you need to bench-press your entertainment, the smartphone’s got this one in the bag (literally).
