Outdoor TVs—Love ’Em or Hate ’Em?

A patio upgrade or vibe killer? Our readers decide whether plein air screens are peak entertainment or defeat the whole point of being outside.

Outdoor TVs—Love ’Em or Hate ’Em?

A patio upgrade or vibe killer? Our readers decide whether plein air screens are peak entertainment or defeat the whole point of being outside.

Gilding the lily! Look up—the sky, the trees, the sun beckon and restore the mind and body.
@tagshull

It reminds me of my childhood. We used to watch shows and sports on summer nights.
@lavidatedah

Aren’t we in front of screens, consuming passively, enough already? I think so.
@vnznzy

TVs ruin every conversation and are hideous products.
@doniadesign.floortje

I love to be outside, so why not have a TV out there?!
@jeffwenger1

Pub vibes.
@majreid

Annoys neighbors, hello!
@j9draws

Specifically for family events.
@bychristinajones

Feels like it pollutes the outdoor experience.
@caree_w

Living in a desert climate, you spend a lot of time outdoors, so why not have a TV area?
@tabriola

It will disturb my backyard animals. It’s just unnecessary.
@raamartdesign

Football!!!
@ktjeepwaver

Don’t like them indoors as well.
@mekash

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