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Is there any benefit to keeping your smart TV in standby mode?

Standby mode enables faster startup times, background software updates, and critical OLED pixel-refresh cycles that prevent image burn-in. While ENERGY STAR-certified TVs consume less than one watt in standby, periodic reboots clear memory to resolve system lag. Unplugging the device is only recommended for extended absences to avoid interrupting essential maintenance tasks.