STACK #191 Sep 2020

FEATURE LIFE TECH

HISENSE

LG Nano95

BEST: Hisense ULED XD Dual Cell series (ETA September 2020) UHD 4K Smart TV. Availability TBC Years of research has resulted in a brand new LED display system from Hisense. A patented Dual Cell technology is set to challenge the image quality previously achievable only on OLED. Unlike traditional LED, the Dual Cell system incorporates two precision bonded LCD panels, achieving a precise control for superior brightness, blacks and colours. The Dual Cell goes with their patented Hi-View Engine image processing system for a range of viewing demands including Depth Enchancer, Game Mode and Sports Mode. Make sure you check out this groundbreaking display in action at your nearest JB Hi-Fi store.

TCL GOOD: TCL P715 series UHD 4K LED Smart TV, available in 43”/50”/55”/65”/75” For bang for buck, make sure you consider the P715 range from TCL. It has the latest Android TV OS embedded, with auto update, and you get voice control with Google Assistant. TCL also employ proprietary technology with Dynamic Colour Enhancement, 4K Upscaling and Atmospheric Micro Dimming, for optimal viewing regardless of source and ambient conditions. BETTER: TCL C715 series UHD 4K LED Smart TV, available in 50”/55”/65”/75” GOOD: Hisense S8 series 4K LED Smart TV, available in 43”/50”/55”/65”. Built in Alexa and Google Assistant via the Voice Control Technology makes this a fuss-free step up into 4K. You also get Game and Sports Mode. BETTER: Hisense Q8 series 4K LED Smart TV, available in 55”/65”/75”/85” QLED Quantum Dot technology, together with Full Array Local Dimming, lifts the colour brilliance on the Q8. The Ultra Motion feature offers sophisticated noise reduction and frame insertion for enhanced motion rate, delivering sharp and smooth sports viewing. Your movie collection will also get a freshen up thanks to Dolby Vision HDR, Dolby Atmos, and 4K AI Upscaler. The VIDAA 4 Android-based TV OS assures access to major streaming providers. And the RemoteNOW app, downloadable from Google Play or the iOS App Store, provides voice command via Alexa.

LG GOOD: LG UN7300 series

UHD 4K LED Smart TV, available in 43”/50”/55”/65” LG’s entry level 4K has the Quad Core Processor for upscaling of Full HD content with minimal noise and optimum clarity. The UN7300 TVs can function as a central hub for streaming services. There’s also Freeview Plus with 7-day Electronic Program Guide and Catch Up TV. The ThinQ AI interface adds Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for further convenience. And if you enjoy a pure cinematic experience, Filmmaker Mode disables motion smoothing so you get a picture as close as possible to what the director intended.

Hisense Q8 65"

BETTER: LG NANO91 series

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4K LED Smart TV, available in 65”/75”/86” Bring in the nanoparticles! This range of LG TVs utilise

super fine cell technology for light filtration, resulting in greater purity, particularly in the red and green spectrum. The result is colour fidelity even at wide viewing angles and on larger screens, something to truly appreciate on the 86” NANO91. You also get superior video and sound processing, thanks to the higher end α 7 Gen 3 4K processor. Full Array Dimming ups the contrast ratio, and with LG’s Tru Motion you’ll be able to count the blades of grass on the cricket ground. Noteworthy, too, if you love cricket, the LG Nano91 has a dedicated Cricket picture mode. There’s also support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and with Filmmaker Mode, the NANO91 series makes for an epic movie night.

Dolby Atmos and DTS for immersive cinematic sound. You also get Google Assistant, Alexa voice control and Chromecast, thanks to its Android OS integration. BEST: TCL C815 series 4K LED Smart TV, available in 55”/65”/75” The C815 shares many of the features of the C715. However, the C815 has twice the native refresh rate of the C715. Employing TCL’s technology, the C815 achieves an enhanced 400 Clear Motion Rate. So if you like the value proposition of a TCL TV, and you’re serious about sports, this big screen model is the one to consider.

BEST: LG BX Essential series 4K OLED Smart TV, available in 55”/65”

The LG BX shares many of the same consumer facing feature set as the NANO091 series, such as streaming hub, ThinQ AI, Filmmaker Mode and the very handy Sports Alert, delivering key moments from the Premier League, NBA and NFL. Internally, it also shares the α 7 Gen 3 4K processor. There’s no nanoparticle filter required, however. The LG BX OLED consists of 8 million self-lighting pixels for contrast, colours and detail that are simply unmatched on any other type of 4K system.

TOP OF THE CLASS: LG NANO95 series 8K LED Smart TV, available in 65”/75”

TCL C815 65"

TCL TVs offer an impressive feature set for the price point. For sports viewing, the C715 has a Clear Motion Rate for reduced blur during the most hectic of action. The C715 also has its own Quantum Dot technology for enhanced colours and details. It also includes Dolby Vision, plus

This 8K TV series utilises the same nanoparticle filter as the LG NANO91. Except in this case, it’s used to define and enhance up to 33 million pixels. It also incorporates LG’s latest and most powerful picture and sound processor, the α 9 Gen 3 4K. This deep learning empowered engine can upscale your whole movie collection, even from DVD. And together with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos compatibility, revisiting your old favourites will be like watching them anew.

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