We use our state-of-the-art cell phones, tablets and televisions on a regular basis, but it’s easy to forget about the parts inside that make them work so well and allows them to be a fixture in our lives. As it turns out, a lot of the electronics we use every day rely on magnets to function at their fullest capability. We’ll show you how. TELEVISIONS Televisions have cathode ray tubes that send a stream of electrons toward its screen. These electrons travel at rapid speed in a straight line and strike the screen at a centralized location. When they hit the screen, electromagnets in the tube’s neck deflect the electrons to the entire screen. When the electrons strike,  a coating lights up that allows us to see visual images on the screen. COMPUTERS/VIDEO DISCS Computer screens use magnetic electrons similar to televisions. But it doesn’t end there. The computer discs we insert into computers to store and transport data also rely on magnets. The discs used for computers and gaming consoles such as Xbox or Playstation rely on a coating of iron material that stores a pattern of tiny magnetic fields. This coating allows the disc to save data on it – such as music files or information. For gaming consoles, these discs store the data that allows the game to upload and function. VIDEOTAPES We may not use them as much anymore, but videotapes also use a similar coating of iron compounds that paves way for magnetic fields to be stored in patterns on the tape, which allows it to function. USE APEX MAGNETS TODAY At Apex Magnets, our stock magnets are perfect for electronic devices, providing a variety of options without gross tolerance variation. Sort through our entire product line, or jump straight to some of our most popular B2B products, such as magnetic hooks and countersinks. Contact us with questions, and we’ll help you find the best product for your needs.