My honest Samsung Frame TV review: A masterpiece or just a pretty face?

By now, it’s no surprise that a TV doesn’t just have to be a TV anymore.I’m not talking about those to-good-to-be-true TikToks touting how easy it is to DIY a TV frame yourself.

I’m not crafty.I don’t trust those, and I never will. I’m talking about the TV that inspired all those crafty click-craving content creators — The Frame TV by Samsung. More folks have a version of The Samsung Frame TV than ever before, thanks to continuous improvement and, of course, that global pandemic that caused people to both watch a lot of TV and upgrade their homes. RELATED: How to buy the best TV for you, per a Dolby expert — Plus top modelsLaunched in 2017 at the global electronics trade show CES, Samsung announced via its website in 2021 that it sold one million units of The Frame, making it Samsung’s first single-year million-seller in its Lifestyle TV lineup.

Total sales since The Frame’s 2017 launch exceeded two million units by the end of the same year, driven by heavy demand in North America and Europe.This means that 2021 resulted in half of the global sales of The Frame since its debut.What makes The Frame so unique is that it’s designed to seamlessly blend into your living space while doubling as a stunning artwork when you’re not binge-watching your favorite shows.

Available in sizes ranging from 32 inches to 85 inches, The Frame features a QLED display, a matte finish that reduces glare, and customizable bezels.It’s more than just a screen; it’s a statement piece.Recently, I reviewed Sumsung’s 65-inch 2024 edition of The Frame to see how it stood up as I get my wallet ready for Black Friday and the gift-giving season.

Is it worth the money? Does it live up to the hype? Did I actually get the Louvre-ing room update I always wanted? Keep reading to find out — The result may surprise you. The Samsung 65-inch Frame QLED TV is a stunning blend of art and entertainment, designed to double as a customizable art display when not in use.W...