The main trend this year – permission. We’re not talking about the fact that you can expand the diet, but a luxurious new TVs. Buying a TV – a risky business, but we have carried out for you all the preparatory work, picking up the best models in each price category.

32-inch Sony KDL-32W706B $ 500

Demand for large TVs (with a diagonal of 50 inches) is growing every year, but the small TV and do not lose popularity. Not everyone will have enough space for the bulky monster, and even if you are of the lucky ones, Sony may be useful to you for a second room.

Unlike many competitors in the equivalent KDL-32W706B applied panel with Full HD resolution and a matrix size of 1920 × 1080 pixels. This model Sony exclusively balanced picture and realistic color – be it skin tones, bright colors or monotonous faded objects. In addition to high-contrast detail worth noting a bright white color and deep blacks. Benefits panel with the original Full HD become apparent if you look closely at the transfer motion. And good material in standard definition. And essential TV and film “Die Hard 2” from the DVD impressive balance and precise detail.

As with all models of Sony, ergonomics in this TV at height – including colorful and logical application SideView, much more comfortable than the standard electronic program. In KDL-32W706B multiple connections. Service Sony Entertainment Network is responsible for the “smart” content, programs delayed viewing, video on demand and so on. Externally, this TV is very good; his thin tapered frame with elegant metal or silver trim immediately sets it apart from the usual black plastic TV. And even the sound is much better than most rivals.

KDL-32W706B – the undisputed leader in this popular size range.

In terms of figures

• Diagonal: 32 inches
• The matrix size: 1920×1080 pixels
• HDMI-inputs: 4
• USB-Ports: 2
• 3D: No
• Dimensions (VSHG): 43x73x6 cm
• Weight: 7.9 kg

40-inch Sony KDL-40W605B $ 750

In the segment of the TV with a diagonal of 40 inches over the past few months there were many different models. Facilities and quality of TV in this price range has never been so high. Why we chose Sony KDL-40W605B?

This TV gives the impression immediately after unpacking. Even before go into the General Settings menu, you will appreciate the energy and elaborate images. Even the darkest scenes full of details, even the most vivid scenes are full of the finest halftones. The color palette – the rich and lovely, but it is completely natural, skin tones especially convincing. Motion is transmitted stable, clear outlines. All these advantages are not unique content with a resolution of 1080p, but also requires scaling.

Ergonomics and a set of connections KDL-40W605B would look great in any price range, not to mention so modest. In the list of inputs – four HDMI, two USB-ports, a built-in Wi-Fi and a digital HD-tuner; network connection provides access to the magnificent portal Music and Video Unlimited and services such as Netflix, iPlayer, YouTube, and many others. Remote control – nice and logical, on-screen menu – clear and detailed. The sound is not quite perfect, but much better than most flat-panel TVs; it conveys highly detailed, as well as the purity and clarity of the vote.

Excellent image, functionality, usability, appearance, workmanship and very good price – due to these advantages of the Sony TV has become the most interesting in this size category.

In terms of figures

• Diagonal: 40 inches
• The matrix size: 1920 × 1080 pixels
• HDMI-inputs: 4
• USB-Ports: 2
• 3D: No
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 56 × 93 × 9 cm
• Weight: 7.9 kg

48-inch Samsung UE48H6400 $ 720

Where to begin the test? Winner of the award, the winner Super test, “Product of the Year 2014” – these are just some of the awards, which Samsung UE48H6400 awarded in recent months. So our today’s review of the best TV of the world would be incomplete without this truly stellar model.

Crisp, clean, extremely detailed images (especially in HD-formats), a surprisingly high quality for this price range, captivates from the first moment. The impeccably balanced color palette of different depth, sophistication and vigor.

Excellent contrast and minimal noise emphasize a high quality of work of active 3D-system Samsung. In standard definition (DVD or ester transfer) UE48H6400 heroically monitors the noise level and provides a smooth motion.

Impressive looks like everything but the views on the claw-like stand apart, but all will appreciate the large number of connectors, smart features, remote controls, quality 3D and more.

The range of services timeshifting most competitors is limited; Samsung has a lot of them – BBC iPlayer, 4oD, Demand 5 and a rare ITV Player.

And even the sound is pretty good – is not often you can say about the flat TV, regardless of its price.

Samsung TV will give odds to any of our competitors; to its detailed and natural picture attached tempting price. In this price range and with a diagonal measurement of this you will not find anything better.

In terms of figures

• Diagonal: 48 inches
• The matrix size: 1920 × 1080 pixels
• HDMI-inputs: 4
• USB-Ports: 3
• 3D: Active
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 63 × 109 × 5 cm
• Weight: 11.9 kg

55-inch Bang & Olufsen BeoVision Avant 55 $ 9700

There are premium class, and is the true luxury. We think this concept is associated more with the feelings that the product is in its holder, as well as the quality of his work (including a great image). And in this respect Avant 55 can give a hundred points to all its premium competitors.

This 55-inch TV can be one of the samples 4K-technology, but to fully appreciate its splendor, it is necessary to familiarize with all its attributes. Stylish metal casing looks very attractive. Aluminum remote control – thoughtful, powerful and balanced. In comparison, many others are asking straight to the basket.

After installing Avant, 55 to the desired position on the elegant motorized swivel stand (it will add to the price another $ 2300) it goes down the AC. In fact, it’s built soundbar with eight speakers and amplifier with 60 watts; its sound disgrace virtually all other flat TV. It even has a built-processor surround speakers distributing signals.

It is sad that 55 Avant not support 4K content from Netflix, but also ordinary HD- and SD-video it looks amazing. This is one of the coolest, high-quality and exciting TV that we have seen.

In terms of figures

• Diagonal: 55 inches
• The matrix size: 3840 × 2160 pixels
• HDMI-inputs: 6
• USB-Ports: 2
• 3D: Active
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 71 × 129 × 10 cm
• Weight: 55 kg

55-inch LG 55EC930V $ 2600

Just a year ago for $ 10,000, you could buy a TV, markedly inferior to LG with its curved OLED-screen TV. Today, a quarter of that price you can get the trendy device. As a result of these simple calculations, your hand itself will be pulled from his pocket, and the image quality will further strengthen your resolve.

LG 55EC930V – a magnificent example of modern TV, and it becomes clear before turning it on. Whether you believe in the benefits of a curved screen in front of a flat or not, one can not deny that he was very handsome. Frame extremely narrow, and OLED-screen – unusually thin.

Another of the advantages of OLED – is the lack of illumination that produces very deep blacks, like a plasma TV, without blurring shaded objects: they are extremely detailed, contrast, extremely high. Picture the LG is very clean and almost devoid of noise. Energetic white and bright colors immediately catch the eye; even without switching to the 3D image is literally “out” of the curved screen to the viewer.

The kit includes two remote control: the standard “shovel” Magic Remote and fun in the form of a banana, to control the cursor on the screen by detecting movement of the wearer. WebOS, platform Smart TV – one of the most comfortable; it lacks only support resolution 4K. But when you consider that the content in this format is still very small, and the beginning of his translation is not yet defined, it is not such a serious drawback. For those who prefer a full immersion, LG will present a rare combination of technology, quality and price.

In terms of figures

• Diagonal:, 55 inches
• The matrix size: 1920 × 1080 pixels
• HDMI-inputs: 4
• USB-Ports: 3
• 3D: Passive
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 72 × 123 × 8 cm
• Weight: 14.4 kg

55-inch Samsung UE55HU7200 $ 1580

To evaluate all the splendor of this TV standard 4K Ultra HD, you do not need a hundred percent vision. And do not have to turn out his pockets at the Samsung UE55HU7200 more than affordable price.

55 inches – a serious diagonal size, but not overly large. Once the TV has received awards last year, its value has decreased. But the main difference from competitors – not the price, and effective combination of image quality and workmanship, online features, design, and ergonomics.

Naturally, it is best to look the material in its original format 4K and streaming content from Netflix. All the most important characteristics of the image (contrast, color palette, detail, clarity circuits) are flawless, the motion is transmitted very smoothly; picture UE55HU7500 fully captures the viewer. 4K-TVs have to spend a lot of effort to scale content in Full HD and even more so in standard definition, but the Samsung admire coherence and cogency: picture with Blu-ray-discs in 1080p gorgeous, ethereal TV – very good.

Facilities UE55HU7500 is consistent with price range: 3D ( a pair of active shutter glasses included), 4 HDMI-connector, three USB-ports, thoughtful five-page interface, satellite and digital HD-tuners – in short, everything you need. Like most flat panel TV, Samsung can not boast particularly full and exciting sound, but with this trouble can be overcome with the help of the soundbar, sound stand or 5.1-channel system. Believe me – it’s worth a great image.

In terms of figures

• Diagonal: 55 inches
• The matrix size: 3840 × 2160 pixels
• HDMI-input 4
• USB-ports 3
• 3D Active
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 71 × 123 × 4 cm
• Weight 18 kg

65-inch Samsung UE65HU7500 $ 3000

TVs with a curved screen like not all. If you are looking for a new flat TV with support for 4K and with a diagonal of 65 inches, the best choice – it’s Samsung UE65HU7500. We tested this model in August last year, and it was the first 4K-TV, we have received the highest score.

Some similar models focus on a picture in 4K, some sacrificing picture quality in Full HD and SD. However, Samsung has managed to provide the perfect balance. All eight million pixels of the content in its original format 4K find the best use; series “Breaking Bad” with the portal Netflix delights texture of objects. The image is clean and clear, with a minimum of noise. Color perfectly balanced, they became less flashy than previous models of Samsung. However, the picture can not be accused of excessive and restraint; She is very energetic, but not enough to bother my eyes. Image in HD – as clear and detailed. The film “American Hustle” on Blu-ray-drive quite charming. Liveliness and brightness of the picture are combined with natural and convincing tones. Highlighting smooth, black color is excellent.

In addition, Samsung TV is nice and easy to deal with. He has two remote control, including “smart” to control the cursor by using the motion sensor. He is responsive and pleasant to use. The Range of smart features impressive; they can be controlled by means of a convenient and elaborated menu system, access to on-demand content and paid services – simple and fast. This is a sample of first-class television.

In terms of figures

• Diagonal: 65 inches
• The matrix size: 3840 × 2160 pixels
• HDMI-inputs: 4
• USB-Ports: 3
• 3D: Active
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 83 × 145 × 4 cm
• Weight: 24.6 kg

65 inch Sony KD-65S9005B $ 5400

Sony has released in 4K-sector curved TVs late, but this beauty was worth the wait. This TV slightly smaller bend over competitors; this was done in order to improve the picture when viewing at an angle or distance. With a normal distance, it seems almost flat. He has a very effective design, and the curvature of the screen stylishly combined with rounded ends.

Rounded sections at the ends of the TV – it really sets the speaker, and thanks to them KD-65S9005B boasts excellent sound quality. He is able to process the signal in Dolby Digital and DTS independently and provide virtual surround sound on the built-in 4.2-channel system. It creates an impressive spacious sound – weighty and vigorous, with accentuated dialogs in the center of the acoustic field. All these innovations would be useless if the image quality was average, but the picture Sony deserves the loudest epithets. 4K digital content from Netflix is great. Incredibly high detail, clarity, and realism – is beyond praise. The series “House of Cards” seems a fragment of real life. The colors are rich and natural; deep blacks and bright, vibrant white dynamically fit together.

Transfer movement has always been strong point models Sony, and KD-65S9005B not behind fellow: fast moving objects can be seen clearly and precisely, long spans of the camera – a stable and clear. And Blu-ray-discs, and television with HD-channels are very good.

This is an extremely high-quality TV, a cut above the average 4K-model. Consider curved screen just as a nice bonus.

In terms of figures

• Diagonal: 65 inches
• The matrix size: 3840 × 2160 pixels
• HDMI-inputs: 4
• USB-Ports: 3
• 3D: Active
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 87 × 156 × 12 cm
• Weight: 40.7 kg

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Amsterdam – The company TP Vision, a manufacturer of televisions under the brand Philips, today announced new Full HD TV series Philips 6300 and Philips 6500, made on the basis of a new image processor Perfect Pixel HD and supporting function Ambilight. In addition, Philips 6500 series is also made to the Smart TV platform, Android TV, supporting advanced features for home media and gaming entertainment.

The family of Full HD TVs Philips 6300 is aimed at consumers who prefer simple inexpensive TVs with high image quality. Technology to improve dynamic scenes Natural Motion ensures clear images even with fast-moving subjects sports. Applied in the new television image processor Perfect Pixel HD allows you to get on the screen clear, bright, sharp image with vivid colors and high-resolution Full HD. A high dynamic contrast ratio, optimized at the expense of local illumination technology Micro Dimming, automatically adjusts the level of direct LED backlight according to the analysis of 6400 different zones image in real time. In addition, Philips TVs 6300 and 6500 have improved 2-way rear lighting technology Philips Ambilight, to dynamically change the background lighting the wall behind the panel of the TV to the colors on the screen, which creates a unique effect of relaxation and deep immersion in the process view.

The family of Full HD TVs, Philips 6500 is designed for viewers who appreciate the same high image quality and a variety of opportunities for entertainment with a set of technologies Smart TV. Philips 6500 Series is equipped with the latest version of Smart TV Android TV technology for quick access to a variety of personalized multimedia and gaming content on the Internet. Fully combined with the previous capabilities of the platform Philips Smart TV, new entertainment functions provide access to a huge list of Android applications and online games. The supplied remote control is equipped with a Specialized QWERTY keyboard for easy data entry and ease of navigation through the OSD menu.

The family of Full HD Philips TV 6500

Sales of new Full HD TVs Philips 6300 and 6500 in America will begin in the second quarter of 2015, more information about the diagonals lineup and recommended pricing will be announced later.

Source: Philips TVs

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Micromax company has expanded its portfolio of products come with a resolution of Ultra HD. 49-inch and 42-inch panels proprietary function-based operating system Android.

In the new model, the company has managed to combine Micromax UHD-image and possibilities of modern technologies for home entertainment. New items are different bright screen and a wide viewing angle of 178 degrees.

49-inch model is equipped with a Micromax dual-core processor with a quad accelerator and operated by the Android Kitkat 4.4. Experience the benefits of new entertainment technology will be built thanks to the services Google Play Store and Smart Android TV. Clean and deep sound of the TV is achieved Micromax systems to improve sound quality. UHD-TV also has built-in wireless module, WI-FI, portals and USB port HDMI. 49-inch model Micromax has 1 GB of RAM. The size of the internal memory of 2.5 GB with optional expansion up to 32 GB.

42-inch flat Micromax has a dual-core processor with dual-core accelerator and the operating system Android Jellybean 4.2. Like other models, 42-inch TV is equipped with remote voice control. The size of the internal memory of 2.2 GB with optional expansion up to 32 GB.

New UHD-TV Micromax available in the Indian market. Approximate price 49-inch model is 49,990 rupees (i48 395), 42-inch – 39 990 rupees (i38 715).

Source: MicromaxInfo

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As mentioned in the famous film, a civil war: plasma died, and new technologies are fighting for a place under the sun. The format of Ultra High Definition (or 4K) is great, but the prospects of its distribution while vague. OLED technology for many years was beyond the capabilities of the average buyer, but now it is available to mere mortals.

No one knows how the future will look like television. Maybe next year we are waiting for the influx of content UHD, and perhaps not. One thing we know for sure: today more than 99% of video is presented in Full HD or SD. In their framework, we totally fascinated LG 55EC930V.

How much can change in a year! Previous OLED-TV LG was worth $ 12 000. Let us first recall what it is.

OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) is translated as “organic light-emitting diode.” This panel of pixels that can shine alone without light, such as in LCD panels. Cut pixel becomes completely black; This allows for a greater depth of black color than that of plasma TV, while maintaining vigorous brightness inherent LCD.

LG approach is to add a fourth, the white subpixel to the usual group of RGB (red, green, blue), which should improve the accuracy and breadth of colors palette.

In practice, the picture is just wonderful. Promised absolutely black – no exaggeration when the screen is black picture, you would think that the TV is turned off. On large can not even dream of. This is a significant advantage over LCD OLED technology.

Vibrant scene at least good. LG skillfully conveys all the luxuries of colorful films as “Guardians of the Galaxy” on Blu-ray-drive. Colors – bright and vibrant, but not oversaturated.

Impressive and contrast. Dynamic image easily combines light and dark objects. Be careful to the level of brightness OLED-Display: if it is too high, the texture and detail of bright objects falling. We are quite satisfied its level of 70%.

Unlike plasma TV screen is almost no noise, the picture is very clear. Contours precise, high detail, but not enough to bother my eyes. It is worth noting outstanding image accuracy. The light areas on a dark background (eg, yellow letters on a black field) are reproduced accurately, without the halo effect.

The transfer of motion is also not satisfactory. Immediately after unpacking processing mode «Trumotion» is too zealous; even the most delicate level of customization «Clear» gives the picture a serial effect, turning the film “The Avengers” in the episode “Coronation Street”. But if you disable the processing, the picture is slightly trembling. It is best to enter the menu and manual settings to add one or two points parameters «De-blur» and «De-judder».

For fans of 3D we have great news. New LG is great in all respects. Passive 3D technology provides a pleasant flicker-free picture. Colors stay bright even with some staining of points. Picture a little lacking fusion and depth, but it is enjoyable and exciting.

Includes four pairs of glasses – or rather, two pairs of 3D-glasses and two pairs of pads that can be attached to conventional. Perfect solution!

Quality feed content from a DVD is not satisfactory. Fall definition is inevitable, but the contrast is high. Processing in essential telecasts seems a little excessive, but it depends on the particular channel.

The overall sound is quite good, though inferior image quality. We like it rarely have flat-panel TVs, and LG is no exception: it is not too soft and weighty sound, but for television viewing is quite suitable for the movie, we recommend that you purchase a set of speakers or soundbar.

Now let’s talk about the curves lines. This curved screen TV. The essence of this approach, we are not entirely clear. Some say about ergonomics for the eyes, but we are not sure that it works. Some of us have an image of this TV seems more natural; it has a special depth, forming additional volume without 3D-glasses. Another curvature of the screen seems unfortunate misunderstanding. It is so small that the effect is barely noticeable; only when viewed from the side image seems a little strange – it is not narrowed evenly on a flat screen. The curvature is so small that even the TV can be hung on the wall.

The best position for viewing – right in the center, although it is not equivalent to “step right, step left – shot”: the viewer can move freely in some reasonable limits, and only the displacement degrees at 35 from the center of the picture appear in visible distortion.

The remaining parameters TV is also at altitude. Frame had exceptionally narrow, and the screen is unusually thin. From under the TV looks simple metal stand.

Simple remote control has a familiar “tabular” layout, and “smart” control too curved

OLED technology is not entirely new; In 2007, we tested the 11-inch OLED-screen cost about $ 5,000. However, it has developed rapidly and today is found in smartphones, as well as, of course, television. It has a number of advantages and front LCD and plasma TV before. In LCD TVs are often marked unevenness of illumination and even light leakage. Plasma panels are composed of cells with a heated gas; have to put up with increasing energy consumption and weight of the TV, as well as low precision. Pixel lit OLED-TVs do not need light and gas, but they are difficult to manufacture. Percentage of rejects during production OLED-panels are much higher than in the case of LCD.

It looks much more elegant than the wavy perspex stand, as in the previous model LG. There are many TV connections: four HDMI 1.4, three ports USB 2.0, optical output, headphone port adapter for legacy connector (SCART, Composite, Component). In addition to Ethernet is also available Wi-Fi.

The kit includes two remote control: standard push button and funny «Magic Remote» rounded shape. Its built-in gyroscopes, reading your movements to control a cursor on the screen.

The best way to navigate through the menu – function “point-and-choose” available through WebOS – excellent “smart” platform, LG, you can easily manage the inputs and applications. Switching power is as simple as channels; it is very convenient to operate.

Selection of applications is quite good, though not quite complete. It has a popular services – BBC iPlayer, Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Now TV and YouTube – but there 4oD and ITV Player. All sources appear as a pop-up position in the «Launcher». Select the desired or remove all and continue browsing; no “home screens” is not here.

LG 55EC930V not support 4K; But do not reject it for that reason. Content in this format today is very small, and there is no hint of when it will be more. So we do not recommend waiting for: stylish and talented OLED-TV LG could be yours today – and at a very attractive price. If you are serious about that look, you should think about it.

• Price: $ 2,600
• Rating: 5
• PROS: This black; energetic colors; rare purity; rounded screen
• CONS: The sound is not perfect; rounded screen
• VERDICT: OLED-TV are available – and they are gorgeous

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Luxury – a quality rarely inherent TVs. Even the model class High End renowned brands such as Samsung and Panasonic, no more than hint at it. Of course, the equipment and support the most advanced technologies in the flagship TV at the height of luxury but they are not related. We think this concept is associated more with the feelings that the product is in its holder, as well as with the quality of his work. Bang & Olufsen has it understands.

TV BeoVision Avant 55 supports a resolution of 4K, but it is primarily draws attention to it. First of all, striking elegant motorized stand. And this is not a joke; strict metal programmable stand (cost nothing at all – $ 1800) makes it possible with the grace of a ballerina deploy a television in the desired position; several of its engines allow rotate and lift the base on which the TV. Pretentious? And how! But also convenient if you are to watch TV, sit in a room for it in one place, then the other.

After switching off the TV set rack to its original position, freeing a little more space in the room. At B & O also has a motorized wall bracket, which performs similar operations, and is exactly the same.

List of motorized objects does not end there: after installing Avant 55 to the desired position of its dynamics fall down. In fact, it’s built soundbar. It employed as many as eight heads, each of which is equipped with a 60-watt amplifier – namely, three tweeter, three midrange speaker and two woofers. B & O is renowned for the quality of the sound of their television sets, and looking at this intricate design, it is easy to understand why.

When you turn on the TV unit acoustics BeoVision goes down – very unusual decision, and it is not just for beauty: an eight-speaker sound is excellent

The company also understands that regardless of the quality of manufacture of the TV (in this case, it is great, especially good metal case) the main point of contact for the user is remote. Surprisingly, many manufacturers have completely forgotten about it. B & O always takes this into account in the design.

Ideal pultUzky aluminum housing remote control that accompanied the BeoVision Avant 55 – thoughtful, powerful and balanced. When compared to many others asked him straight to the basket.

Remote control models of premium quality is not always good, but it is amazingly ergonomic BeoVision

But that’s not all. If you’re buying other TV lug them home and you will have to connect yourself with Avant 55 is different. Seller will make the installation of it, though, and for an additional fee, the amount of which will depend on the workload. Nevertheless, we recommend not to neglect this opportunity, because a lot of the TV settings and features, and if you are not familiar with them thoroughly, it’s easy to miss something right.

Smart motorized stand, luxury remote control and effectively block retractable speakers combined with stylish looks make sure to reach for many wallets. However, we need more. Having carefully considered the list of characteristics, we were worried.

This TV has only connectors HDMI v1.4, limiting the frequency of the received signal in the format of 4K only 30 frames per second. Furthermore, no built-decoding HEVC, which excludes the reproduction of 4K with Netflix.

So, B & O launches 4K-TV, unable to connect to the only source of 4K. Not the most sensible solution! And if you find an external network player that can perform the function of a mediator, its quality will be limited only by the presence of older HDMI-inputs.

In a sense, this is an own goal. Probably, the company’s engineers with that sooner or later the right – at least we hope so. Make any restrictions 4K format refuse to buy? Frankly, hardly.

For many years the vast majority of available material is still in HD and SD. The most important thing to evaluate the quality of reproduction of video standards, Avant and 55 did not disappoint us.

The film “It” on Blu-ray-drive admire the quality of the image. BeoVision creates a vivid and compelling picture with rich, but accurate color palette. Such complex objects like skin tone, very finely worked; more saturated colors, such as green grass and blue sky, masterfully executed.

The detail is excellent; the contours of objects clear, long slow camera rides exceptionally stable.

The film “Thor 2: The Kingdom of Darkness” delights contrast. Avant 55 perfectly possible to mix dark and light elements in one frame.

A plurality of connectors are located next to the TV stand with support

LCD panel with backlight end perfectly recreates the rich black color, no smoothing parts dark. Few of the competitors is only as perfect balance. Bright objects also worked out perfectly – for example, the sun’s rays in a dark space admire many nuances.

We proceed to the 3D format in the face of “Guardian of Time” by Martin Scorsese. The opening scene of the film, in which the camera flies over the city and across the railway platform, extremely convincing. Clear picture delights depth. Sometimes the image appears more like a series of two-dimensional images than on the world volume, but it is stable and active 3D – a very pleasant during prolonged viewing. Glasses are not included and are sold separately for $ 150 per couple; TV at this price depressing their absence.

As to the quality of the display 4K, then the starting material in this format is still very small, and at Netflix unavailability of us are only demos B & O, depicting plants, skyscrapers, beaches and castles. They look wonderful; no more meaningful than ever before, but visually sumptuous. Even almost buried in the TV, you will see a clear, clean image. Vivid, bright colors look quite natural contours of the objects are faultless.

The transfer of motion stability, especially in the video where the camera flies over the sights of London. After viewing inappropriate restrictions even more sorrowful.

4K TV format is not too good for the material in standard definition – the processor has to “guess” 19 pixels from the image Avant 20. But 55 we love. The picture in the film “Stoker” on DVD is somewhat blurred in fast motion, but overall quite pleasant.

While watching TV in SD, this effect is also visible; but the color palette and contrast in height. When you switch to HD-channels are doing smoothly. Clean and clear image only slightly spoils the screen noise.

As to the sound quality of the notorious “remote” system, it is excellent, as one would expect. It does not replace a full-fledged multi-channel kit, but much better than most of the other TV. It has an inherent highly detailed and expressive dynamics ensures accurate emotional content of the vote.

But that’s not all that can be said about the sound. B & O TV is equipped with a built-in 7.1-channel processor that supports a considerable number of surround formats, in addition to Dolby Atmos. Connect to Avant 55 from a variety of sets of speakers, and it will turn into a home theater hub. When properly configured, you can program the TV speakers so that they changed position by changing the position of the TV; This is very true step.

As to the smart functions, it is particularly clever not call them; except BBC iPlayer and YouTube, almost nothing. The Company may reasonably argue that any modern Blu-ray-player or other source is happy to share their capabilities; Nevertheless, their lack of shame. There is also a built-in music services – Spotify and Deezer.

In summary, we are saddened by way of implementing 4K much more than a lack of smart features, and the price is too high. However, this is offset by a magnificent picture in HD and quite decent display of standard definition material, as well as superb sound quality and the ability to add speakers to form a full-fledged multi-channel system.

Not to mention the high class of this TV. It differs from all others in everything – from the remote control and motorized stand up well thought-out menu organization. This is one of the coolest TV that we have seen, and such things are never cheap.

Make up your mind, if you are looking for a luxury TV and are willing to part with a round sum

Special features: perfect remote and unusual motorized stand

Price: $ 8600

Rating: 4

FOR: Luxury design, design and decoration; stunning image from any source; great sound; 7.1-channel processor; excellent remote control

CONS: Limited format 4K; little smart features

VERDICT: BeoVision is expensive and is not without flaws, but we still want it

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Even ardent supporters of the idea of TV screens with curved know how much depends on the viewing angle. When properly positioned, it will be impossible not to admire the full effect of immersion that is created because the picture around you; but sit further from the center or from the TV – and any effect will be lost, or the image will be severely distorted.

Sony is aware of this; but she also understands how highly the market seductive curves. The curvature of the screen of her new TV less than most competitors; the resulting image is the same “absorbs” the viewer, but the distance and angle of view are less affected.

We are not quite sure that this idea has worked adequately. At normal viewing distance curvature is almost invisible, the screen is not very different from that of a conventional flat TV. Wider viewing angle than most other models, but it’s hard to say what the reason – exactly matched the curvature or a high quality panel. KD-65S9005B can not boast of ultra-low thickness or narrow frame, such as the main competitor – Samsung UE65U8500. But he is very good-looking; smooth roundness of the screen stylishly combined with non-acute ends, decisively distinguishing it from a wedge-shaped design KD-65X9005B – another model of Sony.

Convex sections at the ends of the TV – in fact sets of speakers, and should talk about them separately. This is the first TV Sony, capable of processing the signal in Dolby Digital and DTS directly, without lowering the sampling frequency. Built-in 4.2-channel system creates a virtual surround sound. When you select the surround mode, about the middle of each end of a small strip of light illuminates. If they interfere with the viewing, you can disable them – the sound is noticeably larger scale, so that it is impossible to make a mistake. Of course, it is not so realistic, like a multi-channel DC and even upscale soundbar Yamaha, but for such a convenient and compact solution is incredibly complete, powerful and energetic, dialogues clearly audible in the center.

So, everything is fine with the sound; how about a picture? Of course, the first thing we went to the section 4K on Netflix – is still too scarce. The series “House of Cards” is simply amazing; high resolution picture gives depth and highly detailed.

Clarity KD-65S9005B slightly inferior to other strongest 4K-models, but if you look closely, you’ll find that much of a difference there is in the details. But Sony has the advantage with respect to contrast and balance of colors. Extremely dynamic image combines extremely deep black color with bright white and energetic; rich color palette makes the picture alive and vibrant, but it is quite realistic. Next to him, many of its competitors seem to be boring and gray. After the content in 4K end (and it will happen in a few hours), it is logical to switch to the next on the quality of the material – Blu-ray-discs. Like all 4K-TV, KD-65S9005B forced scaled to match the size of the matrix in 3840 × 2160 pixels image even in 1080p, and it is perfectly possible. Contrast and colorful palette is equally great; perhaps the darkest objects worked out somewhat worse than the competition, but the black color saturation is much higher, while it does not reduce the vigor and vitality of the image, but also makes it a little darker – especially landscapes of the trilogy “The Lord of the Rings.”

Motion processing has always been a strong point of the models Sony, and here she is also at a high level. Fast moving – clear and controlled, long spans camera – smooth and mostly distinct (only for horizontal movements picture sometimes slightly blurred).

You can quench your thirst HD-material with built-in digital and satellite tuners, or connect the recorder, which can be controlled from the remote Sony; quality in any case is excellent. Colorful interiors BBC Breakfast TV shows are energetic enough to chase a dream.

In the end, have to go down to the content in standard definition, which is always annoying because 4K-TV have to spend a lot of effort on the scaling of the ancient format. However, Sony is good in this: thin and straight contours tremble slightly, but the picture – clean and colorful. In any case we recommend that whenever possible to avoid SD, but at least you will not be disappointed.

The same can be said about 3D. It is not known how many of the interesting viewing 3D-films at home, but we like that even with the basic settings KD-65S9005B provides high quality and excellent balance between the depth of the image and comfort to the eyes of viewers.

In addition, at Sony made sure to make TV more user friendly. The “Opening» (Discover) provides quick access to content; calling it by clicking on the touchpad mini remote control or by pressing a button on a standard remote control, you will see a list of available materials at the bottom of the screen. It could be a TV program currently being broadcast, on-demand content, recently added to the Video Unlimited service or BBC iPlayer, Zoomby or recently recorded your transmission. The system requires fine-tuning – it is not enough personal recommendations and no content from Netflix, even if you are logged in – but the transition to the desired source is much easier and faster than most competitors.

Experienced users will be glad to know that Sony TV can automatically select the correct picture mode (“stage”) for a given source.

Turn on the TV – and it will select “General”, switch to a game console PS4 – and the TV goes into “Games”, run the Blu-ray-disc (even on PS4) – and “Scene” will change to “Cinema”. They can be adjusted; Spend time once the calibration and the system will work just fine on its own. In comparison with the TV Samsung, whose regime “Games” is hidden somewhere in the third sub-nesting level and away from the other picture settings, the system modes in Sony – just the top of consistency.

Thought-out interface and high quality images – the main advantages of KD-65S9005B. Curved screen – it’s just beautiful packaging magnificent TV.

Price: $ 4300

Rating: 5

PROS: Stunning detail, contrast and color; quick access to content; style

CONS: The curved screen is not so required; price

VERDICT: more stylish, smart and quality than many 4K-TV

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The Chinese company, Xiaomi, known here for its smartphones, has decided to enter a new market. At a special event Xiaomi officially unveiled 47-inch “smart” TV with 3D support and an attractive price tag of $ 420.

The founder of Xiaomi Leah Gian (Lei Jun) reported that the release of the TV is the next step in the development of the company, and the decision on the development of this product was based on good sales of Android-top boxes Xiaomi Box, as well as positive user reviews of this product.

The main feature of novelty was the thickness of the body – 2 inches at its thinnest point and 4.5 inches at its thickest. At the heart of “smart” TV Xiaomi are 600 Snapdragon SoC and LCD panel production LG. It is reported that the device will be compatible with the prefix Xiaomi Box and other gaming consoles running Android.

The list of features is listed as dual-band wireless module Wi-Fi (2,4 and 5,0 GHz) and module Bluetooth (4.0). In China, the new product will be available in mid-October. I wonder whether the TV to break the record Xiaomi smartphone Xiaomi Mi2S, who recently broke up with 200 000 copies in just 45 seconds after launch.

Recall that recently in Xiaomi moved from Google Hugo Barr.

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Anyone who during the promotion decides to buy a 50 -, 52 -, 60 -, 70 -, 80 – or 90-inch Sharp AQUOS LED TV has a chance to win one of over 1,200 prizes . The winners waiting for 12 single trips to one of the largest amusement parks – Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi, 800 10 GARMIN FORERUNNER watches for active and 400 ION AIR PRO camera for extreme sports enthusiasts.
To win a prize, just after purchasing the TV to register on www.sharpemotions.eu and write what emotions can live large TV Sharp AQUOS LED.

Promotion “For those who like thrills” is another in a series of brand marketing activity undertaken as part of the strategy of “Big emotions on the big screens.” Sharp as a producer of large-screen televisions – ie 50, 60, 70, 80 and 90 inches – communicatively supports the group’s flagship brand products. The first large-scale operation around the Sharp AQUOS LED TVs with screens 50” and above was conducted just before and during the UEFA EURO 2012, which Sharp was one of the sponsors. Another was the scene in April. The television campaign was conducted including the Discovery channels and major thematic television channels.

The Promoter on behalf of Sharp’s MediaTouch agency, also responsible for the preparation of layouts, and website promotion www.sharpemotions.eu. Media planning and buying media house took Reprise Media. Promotion “For those who like thrills” is also implemented in Lithuania, Ukraine, Hungary, Slovenia, Romania and the Czech Republic.

Details of the promotional campaign, the list of TV models of action and its rules can be found on www.sharpemotions.eu

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