TV & Video Deals & Offers

Probably right to be fair... My son threw a toy car at the current TV and made a minuscule white mark in the middle which is hardly noticeable but drives me insane in dark stuff!.. I've had my eye on a b9 but not sure I can validate spending around a grand on something when my current TV is functional and I have small mouths to feed!

Price has gone up now.

It's a shame .. TBH . I would save more and get an OLED . People rush into buying something and then regret it later . Maybe wait until black friday etc

Would any HUKD tv experts recommend this? I'm looking to replace a 2019 Samsung RU8000 with something slightly better but don't really want to stretch to OLED...

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I bought this on the costco deal last week, really happy with it. I don't know a lot about this sort of tech but it sounds great to me. Crazy powerful too. There's some really helpful info in the costco post for anyone that's interested https://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/tcl-ts9030-raydanz-31-ch-540w-soundbar-and-wireless-subwoofer-with-dolby-atmos-3481212

I've got the 2017 version of the Nvidia Shield TV, and it's absolutely superb. I use it for retro gaming, streaming, playing films stored locally, etc. I think it's pretty capable for modern gaming too (obviously doesn't compare to xbox, etc). I bought it on offer in 2017 for £160 (which wasn't an unheard of price), and that was with 16gb onboard storage, remote and game controller; so, to me this price seems pretty steep. I'm not saying it's a bad deal, because if the price is nonetheless cheaper than standard then I guess it's a "deal", but I'm having trouble grasping the pricing of this. Yes, of course the specs are better than 2017, but it's also later down the line. I love the Shield TV, but I wouldn't be surprised if they priced themselves out of the market at this price point, especially with a wave of next-gen consoles around the corner.

True about Atmos, it doesn't work via my receiver too. Fine via my Xbox 1s though

Somehow. mathematically that sentence does not compute - lol

This has Netflix above 480p though so a lot more useable for normal apps it's also infinity more powerful. Also the Z7 I p TV app has been ported to all android devices (see IMplayer)

I haven't used Quidco either since I said I wouldn't!

Definitely. Probably the only series I have rewatched in full more than once. At least 4 times all 7 series. Soon to be 5...

Still not sure what "Series ob1" means...? Don't remember a Star Wars cameo...

Agreed

Very wary of even going near starting Series 1 Episode 1 as I know my life for the following 2 months will be forfeit. Best thing that's ever been on a telly.

The main advantage over DVD is the HD versions are only available digitally (no Blu Ray release likely ever). They are shot beautifully on film so look good in HD - but the DVDs are fine too if as cheap as £1 a season it's a bargain. I watch this every year or so. Seasons 1-4 are some of the best TV ever written. After Sorkin left in Season 5 it loses it's way a bit but improves a lot in S6 and S7 - not as great as it was but still some of the best TV about.

That's a different product and not the one in this deal

According to this document you can https://support.plex.tv/articles/225877427-supported-dvr-tuners-and-antennas/

No. Even though its a Haupage TV tuner, the drivers don't work so it doesn't get picked up in Windows (I've tried) and your Plex Server can't detect it.

Yes and no. It can used in Plex via the app to have TV on the Xbox but OneGuide would do that job perfectly well. It cannot be used on any other device so can't be used on a Plex Server to record and stream to other Plex devices.

No See here for compatible tuners https://www.plex.tv/sign-in/?forwardUrl=https://support.plex.tv/articles/225877427-supported-dvr-tuners-and-antennas/

The issue with those though is due to the fact they are Vestels have a really poor OS. You need a firestick or similar so you really should factor that into the total price.

https://www.electrical-deals.co.uk/hisense-55-inch-h55b7300uk-smart-4k-ultra-hd-hdr-led-tv-freeview-play-usb-record £259.99 1 year warranty. Free delivery. Hisense 55 Inch H55B7300UK Smart 4K Ultra HD HDR LED TV Freeview Play USB Record Manufacturer Refurbished - Includes Stand, Remote control, User manual and Power lead. Non-essential accessories (cables, adapters etc.) may NOT be supplied.

The going rate is a pack of toilet rolls :D

Super! Time to check some reviews. Thanks

65U2963DB £398 at Currys

For me I would always go bigger so yes the extra £1000 it’s worth it for the 85 inch I also use the epson TW7300 with a 110inch screen i use the tv for gaming and watching sky tv and the projector for movies the 85 also looks great when wall mounted that extra 10 inch makes a big difference both TVs produce a great picture if you have the cash go with the 85 (y) you will also get the 5 years warranty

This looks great but without 5 year warrantee I am not keen. Will anywhere price match that offers 5 years?

People are tempted by this makes me wonder how big everyones houses are?!. If i put a 75 inch in my living room i wouldnt have to wallpaper or paint a whole wall.

Bear in mind guys as this isn't common knowledge the 75" version of this TV is the ONLY model in the XG8096 range with the (far better imho) VA panel for better contrast etc. All other XG8096 Sony TV's use an IPS panel.

Which do you prefer? I'm toying with the 85 but will save a lot of money with the 75..is it worth the extra grand or so for the 85? My main viewing will be Netflix, streaming, you tube and some TV in HD and some gaming.. Movies will be on my projector in another dedicated room..

8204 better tv for less than 500 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/113989656643

8204? How is it.

I got the 8 series from Curry's for 399 a fortnight ago so this is a terrible deal to be honest

I bought it for Richer Sounds on 10th of June for 439 - also 6 yars guarantee. Great tv, especially when you will pair it with Philips Hue set.

How on earth is this a deal?

I've got one and so far quite like it. Yes the OS is pretty laggy and can struggle with basic tasks (I'm comparing it to a 5 year old Panasonic with the firefox OS, which was way more stable) but I'm pretty pleased with the picture, decent black levels and the HDR is a very noticeable improvement. Sound is also pretty poor, but I have a sound bar. I think for the money it's a good buy, if it becomes unusable for it's lag I'll use the RS warranty

I’m trying to get ahold of Richer Sounds but I bought it in November....

Have done that, can't see any complaints.

You going to keep it like that?? Mine would only sort it self out by having to turn it off and on each time. Every day!! Really? It'll only get worse. Return for refund while you can.

At this price point LG 49UM7400 is the best bet. As fully loaded as it gets.

Some great info in this screen. Vrr, gaming, maintenance and more here: https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/samsung/q90-q90r-qled For comparison, here are the competing LG oleds: https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/lg/c9-oled https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/lg/b9-oled

Nice. Good info. Wasn't aware that any of the Sammy screens had this functionality. Even stevens for the gaming use case then.

The Samsung q85/q90 are freesync (VRR) compatible. 1440@120hz VRR or 4k@60Hz VRR which works well with Xbox 1x. If you want fixed rate it will do up to 4k@120hz 10bit YCbCr 4:2:0

Nice. Same card I have and it copes well with 4k and 1440p at their respective refresh rates and fps. That's even with a few year old i7. Good luck with the buy. Definitely keep an eye out for the 5 year warranty deals on here.

I think I may get one now. I've got an MSI rtx 2080 so would love to experience gaming on an oled. I've heard they're going to bring out a HDMI to display port converter so 4K at 120hz gaming would be possible (y) (y)

Yet another excellent TV. This trying to choose a TV lark from my current shortlist has now been going on for over 2 months... is there ever a good time to pull the trigger? :/ (embarrassed)

If you can push to a 55 inch you would get a better TV and better value for money. The 49 versions of the 2 TV's listed do not perform aswel as the 55 inch equivalents in many respects. I chose the Q90R over both the XG and XH95 .

Really appreciate that. I’m torn between a 49” and 55” and having checked my room’s layout I am now leaning towards 49”. The only problem at that size is the limited number of quality TV’s at a reasonable price. The better ones are in the order of £750-£950 (Sony XG9005/XH9505) which takes you very close to some decent 55” offers.

Thank you!

The OneConnect box comes with an IR extender for the 'normal' remote so you can position the IR receiver in a visible place. The TV also comes with a Smart Bluetooth remote.

They're not going anywhere anytime soon. I have never bought anything from them myself, but when bored I very occasionally skim through the shopping channels on Sky - and I find the presenters on QVC do a great job at selling things to people, even if the product they're selling is something that might be considered unnecessary to most. I always remember my grandmother back in the days having her TV set tuned to channel 21 (QVC) on CableTel almost every time I went to visit her. It's very easy to get drawn in to a QVC sales pitch.

That's amazing!

I paid £24.99 in July 2019 on a deal of the day

Last years prime day they were slashed to £25 if I remember correctly. That same prime day they also had a bunch of stackable little credit promos that gave you £5 for downloading an ebook, playing a song on amazon music ect ect - paid £9.99 in the end!

It will probably be £30 on Amazon Prime day.

Not for everyone then I suppose.

Cheers. Ordered for my office.

I though the same way when I bought my 55" electriQ OLED with android, probably the worst UI I've ever used.

If you know how Android takes care of all this and more ;)

No ITV Hub, ALL 4 and MY5 though.

No ambilight on this model

Has this got ambilight? Anyone gave feedback of gaming on ambilight?

Pros and cons of this set anybody? Looks a decent deal to me

The range affected is the NU6XXX and NU7XXX from 2018. The issues were resolved in 2019's RU series.

Glad you mentioned this skillzz2004,someone else did a few months back but i couldnt remember the model number or model range affected

Buy two tv's then.surround sound and surround view all in one ( well 2 really ) (y)

Huh your right, could of sworn the 7100 model had Freesat. I just checked a couple of sites and their databases do list it as having Freesat as well but the individual product page's correctly say it doesn't. Guess the original literature might have had it down as having it then it got removed.

The TU7100 is just a cosmetic variant of the TU7000. The TU8500 is the first 4K model in the 2020 range with Freesat.

You would do that if you need a TV in the next week like and need to know whether to cancel it and reorder one elsewhere. Rather than waiting an undecided amount of time to be told it's not going to be honoured and then wait for a refund on top.

No, why would you do that before it's even released?

This item will be released on July 3, 2020. ^^^ taken from the amazon item page for all the other sizes for this model

anyone contacted amazon to ask them if this is going to be honored?

Ah right I just checked and you are correct and maybe Amazon have realised that they have made a pricing error and I'm hoping that they will honour those who have placed the order @ £525

My CX 65 arrived today. Native 120hz out the box. Now realising I used to have a window and need a bigger desk!

Do you know of many native 120hz televisions?

nice one! my estimated delivery date on the other hand keeps getting pushed back. was on hold for an hour today trying to get through to someone, but only got people transferring me to someone else and then putting me back on hold. gave up after the hour :(

Thanks. Ordered

I also managed to get through today after a few attempts, got told my delivery was booked for 7th, but they offered to book it for Saturday instead. Got messages through via text about Saturday. Interesting both ours were the same day eh? Sounds very dodgy. Glad you got your TV!

Ah bugger. It was 1999.99 2 days ago.

Thanks again.. A lot to think about.

The 85" at Costco is last years 2019 model and uses direct led backlighting and for £2k I'd want full array for a better brighter image at 4K. The 2020 model as featured in this very topic KD85H8096 is actually 'worse' than last years model, it only has 400Hz image processing compared to last years model that uses 1000Hz, but I'd still go for a Sony TV with full array back lighting and a better processor such as the 2019 Sony Bravia KD75XG9505 or if you must have a latest 2020 model the KD75XH9005. Sony are actively pushing their current stock and most retailers are currently offering 10% discount on Sony TV's so check with the retailer (i.e. actively ask about this if it isn't advertised) as 10% on £2k is obviously £200+ off! You'd see the difference if you could see them side by side, I appreciate most people don't have the luxury to see this but as I say, for me full array is the sweet spot in the Sony range when you're talking £2k+. (y)

Thanks for the detailed reply.. The viewing will mainly be front on. I've shortlisted something like the upcoming philips Ambilight Tvs 75pus7855 due out next week and a sony 75 in or 85 in, budget up to 2k. I know Costco have an 85in sony XG for just under 2k.

@Abs_H Sony TV's offer a good picture and their X-motion 'smoothing' tech is also very good, probably the best on 60Hz panels so it's makes fast moving images (football etc) look so much better. Some sets come with a 5 year warranty from Sony themselves and Richer bung an extra year on under their own warranty to make 6 years in total, some retailers just offer the standard 12 month warranty from Sony, or again, Richer will offer their own 6 year warranty with every TV they sell if all that makes sense. Personally, like many others I'm not a fan of TV's that use IPS panels (like the one in this topic) as they look a tad washed out compared to TV's that use a VA panel but I appreciate that some people have others in the family that sit at a 90 degree angle to their TV so wide viewing angles might be more important to them. I just want to sit facing the TV to get the best possible picture so VA panels win everytime if you're not willing or able to pay OLED prices. What size TV are you hoping to get for your £1500 budget? Let me know what size, main usage and your viewing angle and I'll send some recommendations :)