Vizio Agrees to Pay Out $3 Million and Stop Advertising Bogus 'Effective' Framerates

TV maker Vizio is being taken to task for making big claims of excessive refresh rates on its TVs when, in reality, an "effective frame rate" is based on software meant to give the impression of smoother viewing. While folks who bought a Vizio TV shouldn't expect any big payout, it's a strong reminder not to take big...