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The new TV thread
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CrippsCorner
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Astra VXR
Very good! Fun. I was getting bored of games that took themselves too seriously... and to be honest there's nothing else that really interests me on PS5 thus far.
Did not enjoy paying bloody £70 for it though, I think maybe I should have held out for the drive edition PS5. Maybe I'll swap over one day.
Matt Cup
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Leon Cupra
Yep, didn’t realise they were down to this price level now. They had the 55” at the same price but 1) I couldn’t fit that in the car and 2) it’d look too big in the room.
Ay Ay Ron
ClioSport Club Member
I ended up getting the 48" because the 55" was too big for the unit.
Coby.
ClioSport Club Member
XC60-R.......V40-R
If I couldn't hide the cables in the wall I just couldn't fit a TV on the wall.
Matt Cup
ClioSport Club Member
Leon Cupra
Its temporary. I’m getting my sparky mate to come round and fit a plug behind the TV.
Matt Cup
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Leon Cupra
I’m also going to get a brushed wall plate for hdmi leads and we are also searching for a sideboard to hide the plug socket as I don’t particularly like have those out with plugs permanently on show. Rest assured peeps it’s going to look a hell of a lot better 👍
Problem with buying the new Xbox is I'm now sat contemplating this purchase 😔
Has anyone got this one I think a few got the CX? I already have LG OLED but it's the C7 from a few years ago must be 4 years old now. I think the main push for me is I sit over 10ft from the TV and the 55" just isn't cutting it anymore especially with gaming so not only the upgrade for HDMI 2.1 but also a size jump.
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Has anyone got this one I think a few got the CX? I already have LG OLED but it's the C7 from a few years ago must be 4 years old now. I think the main push for me is I sit over 10ft from the TV and the 55" just isn't cutting it anymore especially with gaming so not only the upgrade for HDMI 2.1 but also a size jump.
LG OLED65C14LB
Shop for LG OLED65C14LB 65 inch OLED 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart TV with Richer Sounds for a 6 Year Guarantee, expert advice and Lowest Prices Guaranteed
www.richersounds.com
Clio 197,with megan'
I run a 75in LG, which I calibrated a couple go years ago, giving a really good picture. Personally, I think the bigger the TV the better, and once you have got used to it, you will not like going back to a smaller TV. I am also curious why people hang them above the fireplace, then get a stiff neck, looking upwards at it?. The ideal viewing position is when your eye line is in the centre of the screen?.I do appreciate the ideal is not suitable in a lot of situations, and wives are more picky than I am. A good thread, and interesting to read.
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jenic
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Problem with buying the new Xbox is I'm now sat contemplating this purchase 😔
Has anyone got this one I think a few got the CX? I already have LG OLED but it's the C7 from a few years ago must be 4 years old now. I think the main push for me is I sit over 10ft from the TV and the 55" just isn't cutting it anymore especially with gaming so not only the upgrade for HDMI 2.1 but also a size jump.
LG OLED65C14LB
Shop for LG OLED65C14LB 65 inch OLED 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart TV with Richer Sounds for a 6 Year Guarantee, expert advice and Lowest Prices Guaranteed
If you want the bigger size then yeh, no brainer. Don't upgrade just for HDMI 2.1 though imo. I got sucked in by the 2.1 hype and in reality you're never going to be playing a decent game at 4k120 on these consoles.
Ay Ay Ron
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Same. Can't see it happening for a few years tbh, if at all on the current version on the 5/X
Yeah I've seen that most aren't getting true 4k and 120fps right now but have seen a few that should like Halo infinite unless that's sales bullshit I'm not sure.
I actually measured and it's 12ft from where my head would be to the TV screen so the 55" definitely isn't big enough but then there's the possibility of moving soon. I'm going to do some research and sleep on it I think.
Caved in the end and got the 65" C1. Very happy with it so far, still not fully calibrated as I want to get a bunch of hours on it first but extra size certainly makes a difference and there's definitely a noticeable difference in picture quality which I honestly didn't expect to notice.
Cookson
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Mk1 Audi TT 3.2 V6
So, buying a new TV cabinet tomorrow that says 25kg max. My LG 50" plasma is 27kg. Man maths dictates I need a new TV on that basis.
It's currently a toss up between these two below.
www.richersounds.com
www.richersounds.com
I cannot see why the LG commands £100 more, other than the name. They both do everything I need. Am I being a snob and going for the LG because of the name, or is reliability an issue with Hisense?
It's currently a toss up between these two below.
Hisense 50A7100FTUK
Shop for Hisense 50A7100FTUK 50 inch 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart LED TV with Richer Sounds for a 6 Year Guarantee, expert advice and Lowest Prices Guaranteed
www.richersounds.com
LG 50UP77006LB
Shop for LG 50UP77006LB 50 inch 4K Ultra HD HDR Smart LED TV with Richer Sounds for a 6 Year Guarantee, expert advice and Lowest Prices Guaranteed
www.richersounds.com
I cannot see why the LG commands £100 more, other than the name. They both do everything I need. Am I being a snob and going for the LG because of the name, or is reliability an issue with Hisense?
Ay Ay Ron
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I'm sure I've read that Hisense sounds are poor unless you have a soundbar. Their UI isn't that great either apparently but I've never seen one in the flesh.
Have a read of this.
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Have a read of this.
My best value TVs, 2020-2021 Edition
My best value TVs, 2020-2021 Edition Please read this post before posting and asking for advice. Include all the information we need to recommend you the right TV! Before choosing an LCD TV you must understand which panel type you want from a TV, all have their pros and cons here. If you...
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jenic
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That was me.
It's put me off the brand completely, but it would be unfair of me to talk down a 2021 set because the software has changed a lot I believe since my 2018 model.
I think if you are looking at 2 similar sets and can't decide between them you should go to the shop and see which one you prefer the sound/picture/interface of. The lower end TVs are all much of a muchness anyway.
charltjr
ClioSport Club Member
I just picked up a 55” one of these from the John Lewis outlet in Swindon for £1040. It’s epic. Was a “class b” refurb because of a tiny, almost invisible mark on the frame and because it didn’t have the original box. Could have paid another £100 for one in the original packaging…. Yeah, maybe not 😂
jenic
ClioSport Club Member
Was it ex display then? Or used in some way? If so then I'd have paid the extra £100, especially with an OLED.
charltjr
ClioSport Club Member
They’re usually returns, maybe there was a slight mark when they arrived, maybe they were faulty.
I would literally have been paying £100 extra for it being in a retail box rather than repackaged in a brown box, so bugger that. It’s a £1500 TV when not a refurb
I would literally have been paying £100 extra for it being in a retail box rather than repackaged in a brown box, so bugger that. It’s a £1500 TV when not a refurb
jenic
ClioSport Club Member
They’re usually returns, maybe there was a slight mark when they arrived, maybe they were faulty.
I would literally have been paying £100 extra for it being in a retail box rather than repackaged in a brown box, so bugger that. It’s a £1500 TV when not a refurb
Fair enough, I thought you meant it was an extra £100 for a new retail set!
Matt Cup
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Leon Cupra
Happy?
Also had a brush plate fitted behind so I can run a hdmi down below.
R3k1355
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Do you have to go to the store to get these sets or do they sell online also?
charltjr
ClioSport Club Member
As far as I know, it’s only through the store, I’ve not been able to find an online way to buy what they have there.
This is the damage on it, otherwise it’s immaculate.
jenic
ClioSport Club Member
They have an online store, iirc it's run by one of the bigger Sony stores, stock apparently gets refreshed towards the end of the week.
Bargain Expired - Sony centre direct refurbished store thread
To coincide with the Bargain - Panasonic refurbished eBay store thread I am also making this thread to stay as a bargain thread throughout the year. Much the same as the Panasonic thread, deals on this outlet tend to peak around this time of year (25/03/20 today) as they are trying to ship out...
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Hello young people
If you were after a decent tv, no bigger than 43" and no more than £500 what would you be looking for?
I'd rather get a decent make like Panasonic or Sony over some huge Asda smart price paperweight.
This is what John Lewis are offering
If there's one that would save buying a soundbar too then the budget could go up a bit.
If you were after a decent tv, no bigger than 43" and no more than £500 what would you be looking for?
I'd rather get a decent make like Panasonic or Sony over some huge Asda smart price paperweight.
This is what John Lewis are offering
If there's one that would save buying a soundbar too then the budget could go up a bit.
Should be some good deals on the C1 for black Friday and I got to say it's an incredible TV even more so if you plan on using it for gaming. Can't fault it one bit besides the price tag.
I know I'll end up looking at the black Friday prices and hating myself for it 😅
I know I'll end up looking at the black Friday prices and hating myself for it 😅
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F31 35d, Berlingo Na
How often do you guys buy new TV's?
Sounds like you trade up quite often.
I'm used to buying one and having it for years
I am in market for new TV soon after doing kitchen extension, going to move the slow as hell android Sony into kitchen and get some form of 55 inch for living room
Sounds like you trade up quite often.
I'm used to buying one and having it for years
I am in market for new TV soon after doing kitchen extension, going to move the slow as hell android Sony into kitchen and get some form of 55 inch for living room
Well, I'm 38 and I've never bought a telly in my life 😂😂
the current one was a surprise present 11 years ago
the current one was a surprise present 11 years ago
SC03OTT
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Golf GTI
Ive had my current TV since 2013 and it was only bought as my previous one died. I don’t watch enough TV or care enough to replace every few years. But I appreciate some people are into it, for gaming, latest home cinema experience etc.
F31 35d, Berlingo Na
Ye I get it. But on the other hand resale value must be shocking surely as they drop in price so much when newer models come out.
