Direct answer
Yes, when the household wants shared premium sources, centralized cable or satellite boxes, identical interfaces, concealed equipment, synchronized sports, unified control, or easier rack-based service. Local smart-TV apps are simpler and relatively independent, but they create more logins, remotes, power supplies, updates, and inconsistent interfaces. They may also age faster than the display panel.
Many homes benefit from a hybrid: local apps for ordinary streaming and centralized distribution for shared sources or event viewing. Decide what should happen if a central matrix, network, or internet service fails. The useful question is not whether centralized video is old or new; it is whether source sharing and operational consistency justify the infrastructure for this household.
How this answer was prepared
Camelback Smart Homes publishes this FAQ library for homeowners, design professionals, builders and property teams comparing integrated technology. Answers begin with the practical conclusion, then explain the factors that can change it.
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