STACK #259 May 2026

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NEW TVS FOR 2026

Samsung adds Glare Free tech to more OLED TVs, and debuts Micro RGB displays

From stunning glare-free OLEDs to all-new Micro RGB display tech, Samsung’s 2026TV range is packed with innovation. Here’s what’s new – and which model is best for your home. Words Scott Hocking

What’s new in Neo QLED

What’s new in OLED

Samsung QN80H Neo QLED (2026)

Picture Neo QLED uses Mini LEDs for improved brightness and contrast control, helping deliver sharper detail without the washed-out look. Colours stay vibrant, while AI processing enhances and upscales content so everything from streaming to sport appears smooth and detailed – even on larger screens. Sound Available in 2.0 channel or 4.0 channel (screen size dependent), with Object Tracking Sound that follows on-screen action. AI tuning keeps dialogue clear and music and effects impactful. Smart stuff Samsung Vision AI provides fast navigation, personalised recommendations, smart home control, and access to all the popular streaming apps. Gaming Smooth motion and low latency keep gameplay responsive and controlled.

Samsung S90H OLED (2026)

Picture The S90H brings classic OLED standouts with deep blacks, clean whites and vibrant colour, backed by Pantone-validation for more lifelike accuracy. With Glare Free tech, reflections are reduced for clearer contrast even in brightly lit rooms. The powerful processor packs 128 neural networks, so everything you watch is enhanced in real time. OLED HDR+ boosts brightness and contrast scene-by-scene, while 4K AI upscaling can sharpen up lower resolution SD or HD content (depending on the source quality). Auto HDR remastering can improve detail and colour, and sports and action scenes are kept smooth and fluid via the AI motion enhancer. Sound

ensures dialogue stays clear over background effects and music. Smart stuff Samsung Vision AI Companion can intuitively search and provide personalised recommendations, while SmartThings integration connects compatible smart home devices. You’ll also find the popular streaming apps preloaded, plus a Gaming Hub for quick access to cloud gaming and entertainment. Soccer fans will love the dedicated AI Soccer Mode Pro, which automatically detects live matches and optimises picture and sound, sharpening player detail while balancing crowd noise and commentary for a more immersive, match-ready

Specs at a glance Display: OLED Screen Sizes : 42” | 48” | 55” | 65” | 77” | 83” Resolution: 4K Ultra HD Refresh rate: 100Hz Game sync: NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro HDR: HDR10, HDR10+ Ports: HDMI x4 (HDMI 2.1), USB x2, Ethernet/LAN x1

Best for: Everyday viewing, sport, and top performance in bright rooms.

experience. Gaming

Built for serious play, with up to 165Hz VRR, NVIDIA G-Sync and FreeSync Premium Pro support. The AI gaming optimiser automatically adjusts settings based on the game, delivering smooth, responsive performance with low latency.

The inbuilt 2.1 channel speaker supports Dolby Atmos content for more immersive audio, while the adaptive sound feature intelligently balances tones. You can also fine-tune voice, music and effects individually. An active voice amplifier

Specs at a glance Display: Mini LED Screen Sizes: 65” | 75” | 85” Resolution: 4K Ultra HD Refresh rate: 100Hz native VRR: 4K@144Hz Game sync: AMD FreeSync Premium Pro HDR: HDR10, HDR10+ Ports: HDMI x4 (HDMI 2.1), USB x2, Ethernet/LAN x1

Best for: Premium everyday viewing, sport and gaming with strong all-round performance in any room.

14 MAY 2026

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