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Samsung Announces 98" Q900 8K QLED TV Model[teaser]The company's 8K display will be available in more sizes this year.[/teaser] Samsung has announced plans to release a 98-inch version of its Q900 8K QLED TV. The display is currently available in the US in an 85-inch screen size ($15,000). In addition, the company now has new 65-inch ($5,000), 75-inch ($7,000), and 82-inch ($10,000) Q900 8K TV models available for pre-order through its website. "2019 is Samsung Electronics 50thanniversary, and for the last five decades, we've been committed to bringing meaningful innovations to consumers everywhere," said HS Kim, President and CEO of Consumer Electronics Division, Samsung Electronics. "In 2019, we're taking things to the next level, and leveraging our industry leadership to make our vision of Connected Living a reality." The Q900 features a native 7,680 x 4,320 resolution 8K panel, along with quantum dot tech and Direct Full Array Elite local dimming to provide DCI-P3 WCG support, 100% Color Volume, and superior contrast. In addition, the TV includes AI-powered 8K Upscaling technology and Samsung's 8K Quantum Processor to upscale lower resolution content from any source to near 8K quality. Likewise, the set supports HDR10 and HDR10+ playback with industry-leading 4,000 nit peak brightness capabilities in Dynamic Mode and around 2,000 nits in Movie Mode (on the 85-inch model). Meanwhile, the display also includes several lifestyle and smart features like support for Samsung's Ambient Mode, The One Invisible Connection cable, SmartThings, and the Universal Guide with an improved AI algorithm. Likewise, the Q900 includes Samsung's new AI Remote with Bixby for voice control, along with Amazon Echo and Google Home compatibility. Pricing and availability for the new 98-inch Q900 8K QLED TV have not been announced yet. Source: SamsungPosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 02:35 PM PST by: -
TCL Reveals New 8-Series 8K HDR Roku TV with Quantum Contrast[teaser]The company has revealed its first 8K display.[/teaser] TCL has announced its latest Roku TV model. The upcoming 8-Series will feature 8K resolution and a QLED quantum dot panel with new Quantum Contrast backlight tech. "2018 was another great year for the TCL television business globally and especially for us here in North America," said Aaron Dew, Director of Product Development, TCL North America. "We're making TVs people love and according to NPD, TCL became a leader in Smart TV with number two market share in the USA. The growth in large screen was even more pronounced with TCL taking a top-3 position in the 55” and above category. As TCL continues to drive into increasingly larger screen sizes with the opening of the world’s most advanced Gen 11 panel production facility, the TCL team must ensure that we are delivering world-class products with the performance levels that our users truly want in their family room." TCL's 8-Series 8K Roku TVs will be available in the US later this year in screen sizes of 75" and above. The displays will incorporate powerful upscaling capabilities to enhance current 4K and full HD content. Likewise, the TVs will support the latest HDMI standards for future 8K-ready devices. In addition, the set will also implement Quantum Dot (QLED) technology to provide superior color space, color volume, and color brightness. And building upon the company's current Contrast Control Zone tech, the 8-Series will utilize TCL's new Quantum Contrast technology powered by mini-LEDs, offering even more dimming zones. Meanwhile, TCL has also announced that select 2019 TV models will feature an integrated high-performance far-field mic array for voice control as well. The array will include noise suppression and beam-forming noise localization tech and will be powered by the Roku Entertainment Assistant, allowing customers to control their TV and search for content through natural language. Exact pricing and availability for the TCL 8-Series 8K Roku TV have not been announced yet. Source: TCLPosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 01:10 PM PST by: -
TCL Launches Pre-Orders for New 75" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV[teaser]A larger version of the company's highly-rated TV is now available for pre-order.[/teaser] TCL has announced the addition of a 75-inch model to its 6-Series 4K HDR lineup. The new screen size joins the previously released 55-inch and 65-inch models (winner of our Editor's Choice award for Best Value TV of 2018). Pre-orders for the 75R615 are now available through Best Buy for an MSRP of $1,800. In addition, the display will expand to more retailers in the coming weeks. Order from Best Buy (Note: the Best Buy model does not include Voice Remote) The TCL 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV features Dolby Vision and HDR10 support, along with the Roku OS smart TV platform. In addition, the set uses Contrast Control Zone Technology with 160 dimming zones on the new 75-inch model. Likewise, the panel uses NBP Photon technology with LED phosphors to provide Wide Color Gamut support. A new iPQ Engine is implemented as well to maximize coverage of the DCI-P3 gamut and provide accurate color settings right out of the box. An HDR Pro Gamma feature is also offered to maintain details in dark and bright scenes regardless of a room's lighting conditions. And beyond the new 75-inch model, TCL has also announced an upcoming Roku OS 9 software update for all TCL 5- and 6-Series TVs in North America. As part of the update, the displays will receive Spotify support, "Free" Genre Voice Search, and Dolby Vision compatibility for Xbox One X and Xbox One S consoles. Source: TCLPosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 12:30 PM PST by: -
Hisense Details 2019 4K TV Lineup[teaser]The company's 2019 4K display collection has been revealed.[/teaser] To coincide with CES 2019, Hisense has announced several new 4K Ultra HD TV models. The upcoming collection includes the 120L10E and 100L10E Dual Color Laser TVs, the U9F Premium ULED TV, the H9F Premium ULED TV, the H8F Premium ULED TV, the R8F Roku ULED TV, the R7F Roku TV, and the R6F Roku TV. The 120L10E 120-inch Laser TV and the 100L10E 100-inch Laser TV short-throw projector systems both feature Dual Color tech with a red laser, blue laser, and a Phosphor Color filter, along with a TI DLP 4K UHD chip with TRP and XPR technology. Together, this allows the projectors to provide a 4K UHD resolution of 3840 x 2160 and a wide color gamut. In addition, the systems offer 3,200 Lumens (typical) of brightness, HDR10 support, smart TV capabilities, an integrated TV tuner, 4 HDMI ports, and 2 USB ports. Likewise, the Laser TVs include a ALR/UST screen and built-in Harman Kardon speakers with a wireless subwoofer. The U9F Premium ULED TV will be available in a 75-inch model. The display features Quantum Dot tech with Wide Color Gamut support (>98% DCI-P3), full array local dimming with 1056 zones, and Dolby Vision and HDR10 support with 2200 nits peak brightness. In addition, the set includes a bezel-less design, a native 120Hz panel, Android TV integration, and a voice remote with built-in Google Assistant support, along with Amazon Alexa compatibility. The Hisense U9F will launch in June for an MSRP of $3,499.99. The H9F Premium ULED TV will be available in 55-inch and 65-inch models. The display features Quantum Dot tech with Wide Color Gamut support (>98% DCI-P3), full array local dimming with 132 zones, and Dolby Vision and HDR10 support with 1000 nits peak brightness. In addition, the set includes a bezel-less design, a native 120Hz panel, Android TV integration, and a voice remote with built-in Google Assistant support, along with Amazon Alexa compatibility. The Hisense H9F will launch in May for $699 (55") and $999.99 (65"). The H8F Premium ULED TV will be available in in 50-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch models. The display features Wide Color Gamut support (>90% DCI-P3), full array local dimming with 64 zones, and Dolby Vision and HDR10 support with 700 nits peak brightness. In addition, the set includes a bezel-less design, a native 60Hz panel, and Android TV integration, along with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa compatibility. The Hisense H8F will launch in May with prices ranging from at $399.99 (50") to $749.99 (65"). The R8F Roku ULED TV will be the world's first ULED Roku TV. The display will be available in 55-inch and 65-inch models, and features Wide Color Gamut support and Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG support with 700 nits peak brightness. In addition, the set uses the Roku OS smart TV platform with access to 500,000+ Movies and TV episodes, along with a voice remote and support for Google Assistant devices. The Hisense Roku TV R8 will launch later in 2019 for $599.99 (55") and $749.99 (65"). The R7F Roku TV and the R6F Roku TV will both be available in 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 58-inch, 65-inch, and 75-inch models. The displays feature HDR10 support and use the Roku OS smart TV platform with access to 500,000+ Movies and TV episodes, along with support for Google Assistant devices. In addition, the R7F model includes a voice remote. Source: HisensePosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
Hisense Unveils Advanced TriChroma Laser TV, One Design, and ULED XD Tech[teaser]New cutting-edge display tech has been revealed.[/teaser] Beyond its upcoming 2019 display lineup, Hisense has also detailed three of the company's latest display advancements, including new ULED XD technology, a 4K TriChroma Laser TV, and its new Sonic One design for LCD TVs. Though no US 2019 models have been announced with the tech, Hisense's new ULED XD system promises great improvements in dynamic range, black levels, and brightness through proprietary chip-sets, image processing algorithms, and new dual cell panel technology. The dual-cell ULED XD panel actually layers a 1080p module displaying a grayscale image between a full array LED backlight and a 4K module displaying a full color image. Coupled with quantum dots, this process enables wide color gamut coverage with >82% Rec.2020, 99.98% DCI-P3, and 100% Rec 709, along with 2,900+ nits peak brightness, and the "highest dynamic range ever achieved in LCD" (according to Hisense) with support for HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG. Meanwhile, the company is also touting advancements in its Laser TV tech, with the announcement of a 100-inch TriChroma Laser TV (100L7T). The projector TV system uses a proprietary X-Fusion Laser Light Engine which combines independent red, blue, and green lasers to produce a color gamut wider than any other display model. According to Hisense, the 100L7T is now the first product to achieve Rec.2100 (Rec.2020 color space with HDR extensions). In addition, the system utilizes a TI DLP Chip, and offers 3,500-lumens, an Ambient Light Rejecting Screen, a Micro-smooth Response Time, and Harman Kardon audio. Finally, Hisense spotlighted its new Sonic One LCD TV design as well. According to the company, the new design results in "the world's thinnest self-contained LCD" (the unit includes the audio chamber and video inputs). The Sonic One features a maximum depth of less than 1.1" and incorporates a bezel-less edge-to-edge screen. In addition, the design uses piezoelectric drivers which turn the panel into the actual speaker. Pricing and availability for the 100L7T have not been announced yet. Likewise, specific US TV models with ULED XD technology and the Sonic One have not been detailed. Source: HisensePosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 11:00 AM PST by: -
LG Announces First Rollable OLED TV Model[teaser]The company's first consumer rollable OLED display is being showcased at CES.[/teaser] After debuting prototype models at previous tradeshows, LG has officially unveiled its first consumer-ready rollable OLED TV model. The new LG SIGNATURE OLED TV R (model 65R9) can actually be curled up into its base, offering new viewing options. The 65-inch Rollable 4K display takes advantage of flexible OLED panel technology to enable the screen to be rolled up and hidden inside its rectangular base through the press of a button. In addition, the retractable screen gives users three different viewing options: Full View, Line View and Zero View. Full View presents the entire screen, allowing users to enjoy the panel's premium OLED picture powered by LG's second generation α (Alpha) 9 intelligent processor with deep learning algorithm and ThinQ AI. Meanwhile, Line View partially rolls the screen, keeping only a small portion of the panel above the base. This enables specific tasks that don't require a full screen, including checking the time and weather, and viewing family photos. Finally, Zero View keeps the entire display rolled up and hidden from view in the base. With that said, even when the panel is out of sight, users can still listen to music and other audio content from the TV's 4.2-channel, 100W front-firing Dolby Atmos audio system. Exact pricing and availability have not been announced yet, but the LG SIGNATURE OLED TV R will be on display at the company's CES 2019 booth in Las Vegas from January 8 through January 11. And beyond the new rollable model, LG's 2019 OLED lineup also includes the 8K Z9, and 4K W9, 4K E9, and 4K C9 series TVs. Source: LGPosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 09:00 AM PST by: -
CES 2019 News[teaser]The 2019 International Consumer Electronics Show has begun, and we have all of our coverage compiled for you here![/teaser] Running from January 8 through January 11 in Las Vegas, the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show will be packed with all of the latest and greatest gear announcements and demos from companies like LG, Sony, Samsung, VIZIO, TCL, Hisense, Klipsch, Dolby, DTS, and more. For easy access, we've compiled all of our top CES stories right here. Make sure to check back throughout the week for regular updates. LG Showcases OLED Falls Exhibit & Other OLED Innovations at CES 2019 Sennheiser Announces AMBEO 5.1.4 Sound Bar with Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Optoma Debuts P1 Smart 4K UHD Projector with Integrated Sound Bar Panasonic Reveals New 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Players with HDR10+ & Dolby Vision MediaTek Set to Release First DTS:X System-on-Chip Solution for TVs Panasonic Details GZ2000 4K OLED TV with Dolby Vision & HDR10+ Trinnov Preps DTS:X Pro Update for Altitude Audio Processors Pioneer Announces New Headphones & AV Receivers IMAX Enhanced Support Expands to New Titles, Services, and Devices Sony Unveils New 4K Blu-ray Player & Dolby Atmos/DTS:X Sound Bar Sony Details New 8K LCD and 4K OLED MASTER Series TVs Onkyo Debuts TX-SR493 & TX-SR393 AV Receivers Samsung Announces 98" Q900 8K QLED TV Model TCL Reveals New 8-Series 8K HDR Roku TV with Quantum Contrast TCL Launches Pre-Orders for New 75" 6-Series 4K HDR Roku TV Hisense Details 2019 4K TV Lineup Hisense Unveils Advanced TriChroma Laser TV, One Design, and ULED XD Tech LG Announces First Rollable OLED TV Model VIZIO Details New 2019 Dolby Atmos Sound Bar Models VIZIO Unveils 2019 4K HDR TV Lineup with Quantum Color Tech Samsung Reveals New MicroLED Displays Samsung Announces iTunes & AirPlay 2 Support for 2019 & 2018 TVs Monolith Reveals New Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Processor, Desktop Speakers, and THX Subwoofers Samsung Announces 2019 4K, HDR, UltraWide, and Space-Saving Monitors LG Unveils New XBOOM Audio Lineup for CES 2019 Klipsch Details New Sound Bars, Speakers, and Headphones for CES 2019 LG Reveals New 4K & 8K ThinQ TVs with Alpha 9 Gen 2 Processor LG Announces New Dolby Atmos & DTS:X Sound Bars LG Announces New CineBeam Laser 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector Samsung Unveils 2019 "The Frame" & "SERIF" 4K QLED Lifestyle TVs Dirac Research Announces New Bass Enhancement & Management Tech Summit Wireless Brings WiSA Ready Tech to LG 2019 4K OLED & LCD TVs RCA's CES 2019 Lineup Includes 78" & 70" 4K Ultra HD TVs and MorePosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 08:40 AM PST by: -
VIZIO Details New 2019 Dolby Atmos Sound Bar Models[teaser]The company's new sound bar lineup has been revealed.[/teaser] VIZIO has announced the latest additions to its sound bar collection. The upcoming 2019 models include the 36" 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos System, 36" 3.1.2 Dolby Atmos System, 20" 2.0 Sound Bar System, 36" 5.1 System, and 36" 2.1 System. "Identifying the right home audio solution isn't a one-size-fits-all approach, which is why VIZIO is continuously adding new configurations that allow users to tailor their sound experience to match their listening environment," said Bill Baxter, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "From versatile sound bars that widen the soundstage and improve audio quality in smaller rooms, to our premium home theater sound systems with Dolby Atmos which deliver immersive, multidimensional sound at a great value, we're providing consumers with even more audio options to complement a variety of home entertainment spaces and budgets." The 36" Dolby Atmos 5.1.4 System features a sound bar unit with left, center, and right channels, along with two up-firing channels to reflect sound off of the ceiling for simulated overhead audio. Likewise, the system includes two rear surround sound satellite speakers with up-firing channels of their own. A six-inch subwoofer rounds out the package. Meanwhile, the 36" Dolby Atmos 3.1.2 System includes a sound bar unit with left, center, right, and upward-firing channels, along with a newly designed slim subwoofer that can be positioned underneath a sofa or hidden in a corner for convenient placement. In addition, the Dolby Atmos systems also offer support for Chromecast built-in streaming, along with voice-control capabilities via Google Assistant. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity are included as well. And outside of Dolby Atmos models, VIZIO has also announced a new 20" 2.0 Sound Bar with a compact design. The unit features two powerful full-range stereo speakers and integrated deep bass modules. Finally, new 36" 5.1 and 36" 2.1 Sound Bar Systems have been revealed as well. The systems support up to 100 dB of sound and include new wireless slim subwoofers for bass as low as 50 Hz. In addition, the 5.1 model adds rear satellite speakers. Likewise, both models offer integrated DTS Virtual:X technology to simulate height effect. Pricing has not been announced yet, but VIZIO's new 2019 Sound Bar lineup is expected to launch in spring 2019. Source: VIZIOPosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 08:00 AM PST by: -
VIZIO Unveils 2019 4K HDR TV Lineup with Quantum Color Tech[teaser]The company's new flagship 4K HDR sets will offer up to 2,900 nits![/teaser] VIZIO has revealed its new 2019 collection of 4K HDR TVs. The lineup will include the P-Series Quantum X 4K HDR TVs, the P-Series Quantum 4K HDR TVs, the M-Series Quantum 4K HDR TVs, and the V-Series 4K HDR TVs. "VIZIO has always been synonymous with value and our 2019 smart TV collection is no exception," said Bill Baxter, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "We've combined an ideal blend of brightness, contrast and color to create a best-in-class picture across all price points. Layer on our intuitive, feature-rich smart TV platform, VIZIO SmartCast 3.0, and customers receive an entertainment experience that is unmatched in the marketplace." The new flagship P-Series Quantum X 4K HDR TVs will be available in 65-inch and 75-inch models. The displays feature VIZIO's Quantum Color quantum dot technology for wide color gamut support and an active full array backlight with up to 480 local dimming zones. Likewise, the TV's offer UltraBright 2900, providing up to 2,900 nits of peak brightness with Dolby Vision HDR support. Meanwhile, the P-Series Quantum 4K HDR TVs will also be available in 65-inch and 75-inch models. The displays feature VIZIO's Quantum Color quantum dot technology and an active full array backlight with up to 240 local dimming zones. In addition, the TVs support up to 1,000 nits peak brightness. Beyond the company's flagship sets, VIZIO is also releasing new 2019 M-Series Quantum 4K HDR TVS. Models will be available in sizes ranging from 43-inches to 65-inches. Like the step-up P-Series, the new M-Series features Quantum Color as well. In addition, the sets include Active Full Array backlights with up to 90 zones of local dimming. Likewise, select 55-inch and 65-inch models also offer UltraBright 600 for up to 600 nits of peak brightness and Dolby Vision HDR support. Finally, VIZIO will also introduce new V-Series 4K HDR TVs, serving as a reimagining of the company's former E-Series collection. Sizes range from 40-inches to 75-inches, and the displays feature Active Full Array backlights with up to 16 zones of local dimming. In addition, the TVs offer UltraBright 400 for up to 400 nits of entry-level peak brightness. All 2019 VIZIO TVs include SmartCast 3.0 support with access to many popular streaming apps like Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Vudu, iHeartRadio, CBS All Access, NBC, and more. In addition, the TVs support Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast built-in for sharing and streaming content from mobile devices. Likewise, the platform offers Siri, Google Assistant, and Alexa compatibility. Pricing has not been announced yet, but VIZIO's 2019 4K HDR lineup is set to launch in spring 2019. Source: VIZIOPosted Mon Jan 7, 2019 at 07:35 AM PST by: -
Samsung Reveals New MicroLED Displays[teaser]Several new modular display models have been announced.[/teaser] To coincide with CES 2019, Samsung has unveiled three new MicroLED displays. The lineup includes the 75" MicroLED 4K TV, The Wall 219" MicroLED display, and The Window MicroLED display. "For decades, Samsung has led the way in next-generation display innovation," said Jonghee Han, President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. "Our Micro LED technology is at the forefront of the next screen revolution with intelligent, customizable displays that excel in every performance category. Samsung Micro LED has no boundaries, only endless possibilities." Though first introduced in a 146" model last year, Samsung is now bringing its MicroLED tech to a more mass market friendly screen size. The 75" MicroLED 4K TV features a unique modular design consisting of individual tiles made of self-emissive MicroLEDs. These MicroLEDs feature millions of inorganic red, green, and blue microscopic LED chips which are capable of producing their own light -- resulting in a superior contrast ratio and near perfect color. Full details and specs, including HDR compatibility, pricing, and availability, are still forthcoming. Meanwhile, the company has also announced an even larger 219" version of The Wall MicroLED, along with another new model dubbed The Window. Thanks to their MicroLED modular designs, the displays can be configured in different resolutions, aspect ratios, sizes, and shapes while maintaining optimal picture quality. According to Samsung, this includes support for standard formats like 16:9 HD or 21:9 widescreen, and more unconventional aspect ratios like 32:9, or 1:1. With that said, the current press materials do not make any mention of 4K Ultra HD or HDR at this time. Likewise, full specs, pricing, and availability have not been announced yet. Samsung's new 75" MicroLED 4K TV, The Wall 219" MicroLED, and the Window MicroLED will be on display at CES 2019 in Las Vegas from January 8 through January 11. And beyond MicroLED tech, the company also recently detailed its 2019 monitor lineup. Source: SamsungPosted Sun Jan 6, 2019 at 07:00 PM PST by:
