The Samsung Q800T is the third tier of the 2020 8K TV range and features the Quantum Processor 8K AI, Object Tracking Sound+, HDR10+ and the Samsung Tizen smart TV system with YouTube 8K. So is it time to move up in resolution? Let's find out...
Sony 8K Z9J and 4K A90J, A80J, X95J and X90J TVs launched
by Phil Hinton
AVForums was invited to a press briefing from Sony UK on the 4th of January where the company announced its new line-up of 8K and 4K premium Bravia XR TVs. New models have XR Cognitive Processor, Google TV and exclusive streaming service BRAVIA CORE from Sony Pictures.
CES is the world’s largest technology show and this year’s event, running from 11th -14th January, will take on a very different format from that which traditionally fills the huge floor at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
We present our 2020 awards for the very best TVs of the year over a number of categories. This year has been difficult for us all, but we have also seen some excellent new TV models with some of the best picture quality we have seen yet, so let's announce the winners...
The teasing, the previews, the information one-upmanship are all over now and the Xbox Series X, Microsoft's newest gaming and media powerhouse, is finally here.
Skyworth launches its 8K Q71 television with innovations for the highest image quality and announces its latest initiatives to get new 8K content to its customers.
New H.266 video codec promises 50 percent data saving
by Andy Bassett
Fraunhofer HHI has officially unveiled H.266, the next evolution of international video codecs, which can reduce data requirements and provide efficient transmission and storage of video resolutions from SD all the way to 8K.
Sony 2020 TVs get 10 percent discount in Summer Sale
by Andy Bassett
As lockdown eases and the sun comes out, Sony has announced details of its Summer Sale which includes discounts on TVs, soundbars, headphones and other hardware.
Denon introduces 8K ready AV Receivers as industry's first
by Andy Bassett
Denon has announced the upcoming prices and availability of the industry's first 8K-Ready AV Receivers - the AVC-X6700H, AVC-X4700H, AVC-X3700H, and AVR-X2700H.
Samsung’s 2020 UK TV lineup now features an upgraded range of app offerings to cover all the live, catch up and streaming TV you might ever want to watch.
Bang & Olufsen 88-inch Beovision Harmony 8K OLED TV launched
by Andy Bassett
Reaching the absolute pinnacle of current TV technology, Bang & Olufsen’s 88-inch Beovision Harmony features the world’s largest OLED TV screen and 8K resolution.
Sony 2020 8K LED and 48-inch OLED TV prices leaked
by Andy Bassett
UPDATED 22-May-2020 - Prices and availability confirmed: Some UK retailers jumped the gun and listed prices for Sony’s forthcoming 2020 8K LED TV, the ZH8. Does this mean the UK launch is imminent and what do the prices tell us?
Leading safety institutes have granted Samsung’s high end 8K and 4K QLED TVs eye safety verification.
TV News
Sharp and NEC display venture to push 8K + 5G tech
by Andy Bassett
Japanese multinationals NEC Corporation and Sharp Corporation have announced a joint venture to combine their display specialities to mount a response to the increasingly challenging display market.
The Samsung Q950TS QLED 8K TV is the company's flagship model for 2020, and boasts a gorgeous new design, state-of-the-art picture and sound enhancements, and numerous high-end features.
LG 8K TV marketing to feature Premier League match
by Andy Bassett
Consumers who are looking for a new TV to watch sport on might find themselves drawn to LG’s latest 8K models which will be showing specially filmed football footage in TV showrooms.
TV News
Coronavirus to interrupt global TV production until May
by Andy Bassett
On the back of significant impact over the last two months, TV makers could see global production and supply disruptions until May because of the coronavirus outbreak, according to industry sources.
Samsung’s Q950TS 8K QLED models for 2020 have been granted Wi-Fi 6 certification, marking the first time the Wi-Fi Alliance has awarded a TV its latest wireless standard.
Why don't manufacturers make a TV that has everything?
by Andy Bassett
Member shoestring25 wants to know if it's unreasonable to expect TVs to provide all the latest features such as HDR formats and HDMI 2.1. Are we getting closer to that goal with the latest 2020 TVs or is some differentiation important to encourage innovation? Join in the conversation and let us know what you think.
Samsung’s official European launch of its 2020 flagship 8K QLED also announces the arrival of its expanded range of 8K and 4K QLED TVs and Q Series and S Series lineup of soundbars.
Having demoed a smaller OLED rival to LG’s Signature rollable R9 model last year, Sharp is now expected to launch conventional 55- and 65-inch OLED models possibly as early as spring this year.
For over five years OLED has been the display technology of choice for TV enthusiasts but, as video delivery continues to evolve, has it reached the limit of its capabilities?
When are we going to see movies transferred and released/streamed in 8K?
by Andy Bassett
As more TV manufacturers start adding 8K models to their ranges for 2020, at what point do AVForums members think that 8K movies will start to be released to the home market? If you've got an 8K TV now, what are your expectations?
VIDEO: Hisense launch new QLED TVs for the UK, but NO ULED XD!
by Phil Hinton
We interview Arun Bhotoye the UK senior marketing manager for Hisense. We take a look at the QLED FALD TVs to be launched in the UK in Q2 2020 and discuss why ULED XD is not coming to the UK.
VIDEO: Full LG CX, GX OLED, NanoCell 8K and Mini LED concept walk through
by Phil Hinton
We interview James Thomas the product manager from LG UK about the new BX, CX and GX OLEDs, 8K screens and NanoCell, along with the Mini LED concept and more...
VIDEO: Samsung Micro LED, why 8K QLED and why no Dolby Vision?
by Phil Hinton
We interview Craig Cunningham from Samsung Europe and get more details about Micro LED TVs, why we need 8K and why there is no Dolby Vision or Atmos support on the 2020 TVs and more...