Brand Name | Sony |
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Item Weight | 36.4 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 42.13 x 8.88 x 24.88 inches |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
Item model number | XR48A90K |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color Name | Black |
Special Features | Exclusive features for the PlayStation® 5, Google TV with Google Assistant, Movies included with BRAVIA CORE (10 credits/24months), Acoustic Multi-Audio, XR OLED Contrast Pro, XR Triluminos Pro, Multi-position stand, BRAVIA CAM compatible |
Speaker Type | Acoustic Surface Audio+ |
Item Weight | 36.4 Pounds |
Standing screen display size | 48 Inches |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
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Screen Size | 48 Inches |
Brand | Sony |
Supported Internet Services | Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max |
Display Technology | OLED |
Product Dimensions | 8.88"D x 42.13"W x 24.88"H |
Resolution | 4K |
Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Special Feature | Exclusive features for the PlayStation® 5, Google TV with Google Assistant, Movies included with BRAVIA CORE (10 credits/24months), Acoustic Multi-Audio, XR OLED Contrast Pro, XR Triluminos Pro, Multi-position stand, BRAVIA CAM compatible See more |
Model Name | XR48A90K |
Included Components | Stand, Remote Control, Power Cable |
About this item
- INTELLIGENT TV PROCESSING – The Cognitive Processor XR understands how humans see the real world to deliver intense contrast with deep blacks, high peak brightness, and natural colors..Standby Power :<0.5 watts
- OLED CONTRAST – XR OLED Contrast Pro technology allows you to feel the beauty of OLED with immersive depth and realism, pure black, and lifelike brightness.
- WIDE SPECTRUM OF COLORS - Rediscover everything you watch with billions of accurate colors and see impressive picture quality that is natural and beautiful, enhanced by XR Triluminos Pro.
- ALL YOUR GAME SETTINGS IN ONE PLACE– Game Menu puts all your gaming picture settings and exclusive assist features in a single easy-to-manage interface.
- PERFECT FOR PLAYSTATION 5 – Take your gaming to the next level with input lag as low as 8.5ms and BRAVIA XR exclusive features for the PlayStation 5 – Auto HDR Tone Mapping & Auto Genre Picture Switch.
- FEATURES SPECIFIED IN HDMI 2.1– Get the advantage in high-performance gaming on BRAVIA XR TVs with HDMI 2.1 features such as 4K/120,10 VRR, and ALLM.
- PREMIUM SMART TV– Google TV with Google Assistant organizes your favorite content all in one place. Stream from Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, HBO Max, Peacock and many more. Also, stream from your Apple device with AirPlay 2 support.
- MOVIES INCLUDED WITH BRAVIA CORE – Bring the cinematic experience home. Enjoy streaming high-quality 4K UHD quality movies included with the BRAVIA CORE app, exclusively on select Sony TVs.
- ENHANCED ENTERTAINMENT – Experience immersive and engaging cinematic content as the creator intended with support for Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, and Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode.
- ENHANCED AUDIO – With Acoustic Surface Audio+ and Dolby Atmos support, hear true immersive audio with dual actuators that vibrate to produce sound from the entire screen and a built-in subwoofer for powerful bass.
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Picture quality | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Smart Features | 4.2 | — | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Remote Control | 4.0 | — | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Brightness | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.6 | — | — | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
display type | Panel | OLED | Panel | Full Array LED | Full Array LED | Full Array LED |
display size | 48 inches | — | 42 inches | — | — | 65 inches |
model year | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | 2023 | 2023 | 2023 |
resolution | 4K | 4K | 4K | 4K | 4K | 4K |
operating system | Android, Google TV | Google TV | Android, Google TV | Google TV | Google TV | Google TV |
hardware interface | hdmi | composite video, usb, hdmi | hdmi | hdmi | hdmi | hdmi |
connectivity tech | HDMI, Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet | wired, wireless | HDMI, Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet | HDMI, Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet | HDMI, Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet | wired, wireless |
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BRAVIA XR A90K 4K HDR OLED GOOGLE TV
Next generation picture & sound with Cognitive Intelligence
See how real your entertainment becomes and experience immersive depth and lifelike picture quality, powered by Sony’s intelligent Cognitive Processor XR. Revolutionary TV processing technology delivers enhanced contrast with detailed blacks and natural colors.
A wide color spectrum for real-world shades & hues
Rediscover everything you watch with billions of accurate colors and see impressive picture quality that is natural and beautiful, enhanced by XR Triluminos Pro.
Pure blacks and stunning highlights
XR OLED Contrast Pro technology allows you to feel the beauty of OLED with immersive depth and realism, pure black, and lifelike brightness.
Enjoy included movies with BRAVIA CORE
Enjoy streaming high-quality movies included with BRAVIA CORE. Use the included BRAVIA CORE credits to choose from over a hundred of latest release movies to redeem. In addition, you are subscribed to an amazing selection of timeless movies to stream anytime and as many times as you like.
The entertainment you love. With help from Google.
See 700,000+ movies and TV episodes, plus live TV, all in one place. Google TV brings your favorite content from across your apps and subscriptions and organizes them just for you. Watch content from Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, YouTube, Apple TV app, and many more.
Perfect for PlayStation 5
Take your gaming to the next level with input lag as low as 8.5ms and BRAVIA XR exclusive features for the PlayStation 5. Auto HDR Tone Mapping improves gaming picture quality and Auto Genre Picture Switch ensures the TV is set to the correct picture mode when playing games or watching movies.
Level-up your gaming
With features such as 4K/120, VRR, and ALLM as specified in HDMI 2.1, BRAVIA XR TVs deliver a thrilling gaming experience. With 4K/120 you get up to 120fps on compatible games and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) virtually eliminates screen tearing and stuttering.
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Screen Sizes
| 42" / 48" | 55" / 65" / 77" / 83" | 55" / 65" / 75" / 85" / 98" | 65" / 75"/ 85" | 55" / 65" / 77" | 85" | 75"/ 85" |
Display Technology
| 4K HDR OLED | 4K HDR OLED | 4K HDR Full Array LED | 4K HDR MINI LED | 4K HDR QD-OLED | 4K HDR MINI LED | 8K HDR MINI LED |
Picture Processor
| Cognitive Processor XR | Cognitive Processor XR | Cognitive Processor XR | Cognitive Processor XR | Cognitive Processor XR | Cognitive Processor XR | Cognitive Processor XR |
Color
| XR Triluminos Pro | XR Triluminos Pro | XR Triluminos Pro | XR Triluminos Pro | XR Triluminos Max | XR Triluminos Pro | XR Triluminos Pro |
Contrast
| XR OLED Contrast Pro | XR OLED Contrast Pro | XR Contrast Booster 10 | XR Contrast Booster 15 | XR OLED Contrast Pro | XR Contrast Booster 20 | XR Contrast Booster 20 |
Motion Technology
| XR OLED Motion (120Hz) | XR OLED Motion (120Hz) | XR Motion Clarity (120Hz) | XR Motion Clarity (120Hz) | XR OLED Motion (120Hz) | XR Motion Clarity (120Hz) | XR Motion Clarity (120Hz) |
Enhanced Viewing
| OLED Wide Angle | OLED Wide Angle | — | X-Wide Angle/X-Anti Reflection | QD-OLED Wide Angle | X-Wide Angle/X-Anti Reflection | X-Wide Angle/X-Anti Reflection |
BRAVIA CORE
| 10 credits / 24 months | 5 credits / 12 months | 5 credits / 12 months | 5 credits / 12 months | 10 credits / 24 months | 5 credits / 12 months | 10 credits / 24 months |
BRAVIA CAM Compatible
| Optional (Pro Features) | Optional (Pro Features) | Optional (Pro Features) | Optional (Pro Features) | Included (Pro Features) | Optional (Pro Features) | Included (Pro Features) |
Features specified in HDMI 2.1
| eARC / ALLM / VRR / 4K120 | eARC / ALLM / VRR / 4K120 | eARC / ALLM / VRR / 4K120 | eARC / ALLM / VRR / 4K120 | eARC / ALLM / VRR / 4K120 | eARC / ALLM / VRR / 4K120 | eARC / ALLM / VRR /4K120 /8K60 |
Exclusive features for PS5
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Google TV w/ Google Assistant
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Best Sellers Rank | #43,239 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #25 in OLED TVs |
Date First Available | May 23, 2022 |
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Experience the pure black and natural colors of OLED in a more compact size, powered by the intelligent Cognitive Processor XR™. With XR OLED Contrast Pro, contrast is boosted to create exceptionally realistic picture for movies and gaming. Enjoy OLED picture quality and cinematic audio packed into a beautifully compact form with Sony’s BRAVIA XR™ A90K Series.
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Customers like the color and sound quality of the television. For example, they mention it has the best looking picture and the vivid setting looks better than the default. Some appreciate the picture quality. That said, opinions are mixed on value, ease of set up, remote control, brightness, and performance.
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Customers like the picture quality of the television. They mention that it has a very good picture and audio, and is amazing. Some say that the build, look, and quality is that of a premium TV. That said, they say it's a great gaming TV.
"...The picture quality is fantastic, The user interface, sound, inputs are all the top-notch Sony quality I'm used too!..." Read more
"...TV, Disney, and almost all services just work well and play 4K UHD without a hiccup. I didn’t need to hook up my Apple TV or Amazon box...." Read more
"...OLED TV and you are going to pay a premium price, but Sony builds a great tv, and the picture and audio on this TV reflects that...." Read more
"...The motion clarity beats LG, Samsung, all of them hands down. Trust me I would know. I’m am a high refresh rate pc gamer...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the color of the television. They mention that it has the best looking picture they have ever seen, the vivid setting looks better than the default, and the color gradients are far better looking. Overall, most are happy with the picture quality and color accuracy of the product.
"...like the cord and I/O. They're great for completing a clean, minimalist look...." Read more
"...The picture is absolutely beautiful and perfect. OLED displays may not beat LCDs in overall brightness but the image is hard to describe adequately...." Read more
"...The remote has a sleek aluminum finish and cuts down size removing number buttons...." Read more
"...This TV I just received, the 42 inch Sony A90K is seriously the best looking picture I have ever seen...." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the television. They say that it has a rear facing woofer for decent bass. They also say that the audio to internet connection is really impressive.
"...The picture quality is fantastic, The user interface, sound, inputs are all the top-notch Sony quality I'm used too!..." Read more
"...There is a rear facing woofer for decent Bass. This is the first flat panel set I bought where I feel I didn’t need a sound bar just to watch...." Read more
"...The sound is incredible, the tv makes it seem sounds coming from the whole screen to make audio feel more real, this won't replace a pricy sound bar..." Read more
"...It is amazing! The sound is perfect with my soundbar. Dolby Atmos sounds great now. I literally have not one complaint about this TV...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the brightness of the television. Some mention that the picture is very bright, while still offering excellent deep blacks and contrast. However, others say that the brightness is low, the reflections are more duller, and there is no main led light when the TV is on.
"...The picture is very bright, while still offering excellent deep blacks and contrast...." Read more
"...Colors are pure and rich. Blacks go fully black but show remarkable detail in the dark ranges...." Read more
"...if I open the blinds it's a different story as the TV can't really get bright enough to overcome all of the reflections so it can be annoying...." Read more
"...This TV has a wonderful viewing angle and it's more than bright enough to hang in a bedroom and smaller living space...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the television. Some mention that the interface is snappy and everything works great, while others say that the port was completely dead and never worked again. Some say that everything is good except that one popular app does not work, and troubleshooting didn't work. Some customers also mention that it does not play well with Nvidia GPUs and VRR doesn't works.
"...I have Google's Pixel series Android phones, and the integration with our phones is fantastic - for example, we display a rotating album of our..." Read more
"...mode on the TV is set to Standard but I've run into numerous issues with this mode on...." Read more
"...HD sources. While it is a high end Google TV, it plays well with Apple devices too...." Read more
"I will cut to the chase. Amazon Prime does not play directly on the Bravia. If I use Roku it will play...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the remote control. Some mention the backlit remote is great, WebOS and the Wii control thingy is nicer than Android TV, and very intuitive. The material quality of it too, the remote is included, and the build quality is excellent. It almost magically controls my cable box, and has a top user interface. However, others say that it's a nightmare to set up and does not show Prime.
"...The picture quality is fantastic, The user interface, sound, inputs are all the top-notch Sony quality I'm used too!..." Read more
"...I especially like the material quality of it too, remote control included. Doesn’t have a cheap plastic feel to it like my Roku and Samsung tv did." Read more
"...It almost magically controls my cable box. It’s not a universal remote, the set itself links the cable box on my network...." Read more
"...Love the backlit remote.What may set this device and the A95K series apart is the stand...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the television. Some mention it's worth the price, while others say that it'd be overpriced for its small size.
"If you own the ps5 this tv is worth the expense. Quality, picture, color, framrate, motion, everything is outstanding...." Read more
"...If you’re on the fence about this one; just buy it! It is expensive as all get out, but totally worth it!---Update Aug 5th---..." Read more
"...price history of the LG C1 you would probably agree it is the best value of the three - there were a few weeks before the release of the C2 when..." Read more
"...It's an extremely expensive TV for its size (it's probably the most expensive small TV out there right now) but for those of us who want the latest..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of set up of the television. Some mention that it is easy to set up out-of-the-box, merely plugging it in. However, others say that the set up was still challenging, with vague instructions and a steep learning curve.
"...It's one of our favorite features and requires very little user input to get it set up...." Read more
"...broadcast engineer and understand all this but it still took a while to set everything up and if I’m complaining about complexity, I can imagine..." Read more
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"...regarding the table-top setup was inaccurate and, needless to say, hard to follow...." Read more
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We recently finished a major remodel of our kitchen and capped off the project by ordering the Sony XR42A90K. Our kitchen gets a lot of traffic and frequently doubles as my wife's office, so we wanted a TV in the room but not something that would overwhelm the space. The 42" A90K is a fantastic option, having installed it and used it for a bit.
My house is a Sony TV house, having moved away from Samsung products and their awful app environment, short support windows, and subpar performance (in my opinion). This is the fourth Sony TV in our home, and the second OLED. I know LG OLEDs also receive very good reviews, but having a common platform in my house, and one my wife and kids are already familiar with pushed us to the Sony OLED.
►Picture Quality:
I am not a professional TV reviewer, but in my estimation it's hard to beat the picture on a Sony OLED. Our A90K is located in a very bright kitchen and performs terrifically! The picture is very bright, while still offering excellent deep blacks and contrast. Any worry about glare was washed away shortly after powering the TV on for the first time.
→Concerns about burn-in:
I've owned a Sony Master-series OLED in my home theater for years and the TV has not experienced any burn-in at all. I frequently game on that set, for reference, and it's worked great for four years without any noticable burn-in. So, I have no concerns with the A90K at all.
►Google TV:
One of the biggest selling points on Sony TVs is the integration with Google TV. It's incredibly easy to setup (using the Google Home App), and use. My wife and I have Google's Pixel series Android phones, and the integration with our phones is fantastic - for example, we display a rotating album of our favorite family pictures on all of our Sony TVs when they enter stand-by mode. It's one of our favorite features and requires very little user input to get it set up.
The next best thing is the responsiveness of Sony TVs. Switching from app to app, or from cable is a breeze and the A90K responds immediately. I contrast that experience with our awful Samsung TVs that had noticeable lag when pressing any button.
►I/O:
→ 4 × HDMI -- 2 × @ HDMI 2.1 (inputs 3, 4); 2 × @ HDMI 2.0 (inputs 1, 2)
→ 2 × USB 3.0
→ 1 × Optical out
→ 1 × Ethernet
→ 1 × IR (input)
→ 1 × RS232C
→ 1 × Composite (requires adapter, not included in the box)
►Other Things:
→ The A90K comes removeable plastic backplates that cover areas like the cord and I/O. They're great for completing a clean, minimalist look. I have my TV mounted on our kitchen wall but still installed the plates since they cover up part of the side panel too. Again, purely aesthetic, but I love the finished look.
→ There's a mic mute toggle on the side of the TV. If you want a more privacy and aren't interested in using the Google Voice Assistant, turn the mic to mute.
→ I do not use the included stand but I do appreciate that it's made out of metal and not flimsy plastic.
→ The TV does use on-screen ads (unfortunately). I believe that most TVs these days have them, and it sucks. At least they're unobtrusive and you can opt out of personalized ads when you perform the first-time configuration.
→ The remote is compact but excellent. It feels great in-hand and sturdy. It has a minimalist approach to buttons which is great in a household with kids.
►In the Box:
→ A90K TV
→ Remote control
→ 2 × AAA batteries
→ Base plate and metal legs
→ 2 × Cable management straps
→ Manual, user guides, and warranty information
►Closing:
That's it! This TV is fantastic and I'm very pleased with my purchase. The picture quality is fantastic, The user interface, sound, inputs are all the top-notch Sony quality I'm used too! This is definitely a TV I recommend!
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2023
We recently finished a major remodel of our kitchen and capped off the project by ordering the Sony XR42A90K. Our kitchen gets a lot of traffic and frequently doubles as my wife's office, so we wanted a TV in the room but not something that would overwhelm the space. The 42" A90K is a fantastic option, having installed it and used it for a bit.
My house is a Sony TV house, having moved away from Samsung products and their awful app environment, short support windows, and subpar performance (in my opinion). This is the fourth Sony TV in our home, and the second OLED. I know LG OLEDs also receive very good reviews, but having a common platform in my house, and one my wife and kids are already familiar with pushed us to the Sony OLED.
►Picture Quality:
I am not a professional TV reviewer, but in my estimation it's hard to beat the picture on a Sony OLED. Our A90K is located in a very bright kitchen and performs terrifically! The picture is very bright, while still offering excellent deep blacks and contrast. Any worry about glare was washed away shortly after powering the TV on for the first time.
→Concerns about burn-in:
I've owned a Sony Master-series OLED in my home theater for years and the TV has not experienced any burn-in at all. I frequently game on that set, for reference, and it's worked great for four years without any noticable burn-in. So, I have no concerns with the A90K at all.
►Google TV:
One of the biggest selling points on Sony TVs is the integration with Google TV. It's incredibly easy to setup (using the Google Home App), and use. My wife and I have Google's Pixel series Android phones, and the integration with our phones is fantastic - for example, we display a rotating album of our favorite family pictures on all of our Sony TVs when they enter stand-by mode. It's one of our favorite features and requires very little user input to get it set up.
The next best thing is the responsiveness of Sony TVs. Switching from app to app, or from cable is a breeze and the A90K responds immediately. I contrast that experience with our awful Samsung TVs that had noticeable lag when pressing any button.
►I/O:
→ 4 × HDMI -- 2 × @ HDMI 2.1 (inputs 3, 4); 2 × @ HDMI 2.0 (inputs 1, 2)
→ 2 × USB 3.0
→ 1 × Optical out
→ 1 × Ethernet
→ 1 × IR (input)
→ 1 × RS232C
→ 1 × Composite (requires adapter, not included in the box)
►Other Things:
→ The A90K comes removeable plastic backplates that cover areas like the cord and I/O. They're great for completing a clean, minimalist look. I have my TV mounted on our kitchen wall but still installed the plates since they cover up part of the side panel too. Again, purely aesthetic, but I love the finished look.
→ There's a mic mute toggle on the side of the TV. If you want a more privacy and aren't interested in using the Google Voice Assistant, turn the mic to mute.
→ I do not use the included stand but I do appreciate that it's made out of metal and not flimsy plastic.
→ The TV does use on-screen ads (unfortunately). I believe that most TVs these days have them, and it sucks. At least they're unobtrusive and you can opt out of personalized ads when you perform the first-time configuration.
→ The remote is compact but excellent. It feels great in-hand and sturdy. It has a minimalist approach to buttons which is great in a household with kids.
►In the Box:
→ A90K TV
→ Remote control
→ 2 × AAA batteries
→ Base plate and metal legs
→ 2 × Cable management straps
→ Manual, user guides, and warranty information
►Closing:
That's it! This TV is fantastic and I'm very pleased with my purchase. The picture quality is fantastic, The user interface, sound, inputs are all the top-notch Sony quality I'm used too! This is definitely a TV I recommend!
While it is a high end Google TV, it plays well with Apple devices too. It has only 3 HDMI inputs, one is high speed for a gamer’s PlayStation. This is a great unit for gamers. Low lag and no smear.
This set is really a natural born streamer. HBO Max, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Google TV, Disney, and almost all services just work well and play 4K UHD without a hiccup. I didn’t need to hook up my Apple TV or Amazon box. It almost magically controls my cable box. It’s not a universal remote, the set itself links the cable box on my network. The remote is small and solid and appears very minimal button wise but works with the set where most remote functions are on screen. There is a mic in the remote with Google assistant. I push a button ask for a specific movie. The set finds the film and connects to the service that is carrying it. Functions switch to whatever source you are watching. This is a smart TV but setting it up requires a steep learning curve. The instructions are a bit vague on details and assume you understand about connecting things to your home network and understand the different sources and connecting services. I’m a broadcast engineer and understand all this but it still took a while to set everything up and if I’m complaining about complexity, I can imagine what it would be like for the average consumer.
The sound is quite good for a small flat panel TV. Because of the thin OLED screen, Sony is able to use it as the speaker surface as well. There is a rear facing woofer for decent Bass. This is the first flat panel set I bought where I feel I didn’t need a sound bar just to watch. This is not rumble your guts surround sound but just decent sound on its own. It has a good equalizer and even a dialogue enhance setting. It connected nicely to my Bluetooth headset.
It’s expensive but it holds its own with the larger high end OLED sets. Perfect for watching from 6 feet away at my kitchen table.
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2023
While it is a high end Google TV, it plays well with Apple devices too. It has only 3 HDMI inputs, one is high speed for a gamer’s PlayStation. This is a great unit for gamers. Low lag and no smear.
This set is really a natural born streamer. HBO Max, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Google TV, Disney, and almost all services just work well and play 4K UHD without a hiccup. I didn’t need to hook up my Apple TV or Amazon box. It almost magically controls my cable box. It’s not a universal remote, the set itself links the cable box on my network. The remote is small and solid and appears very minimal button wise but works with the set where most remote functions are on screen. There is a mic in the remote with Google assistant. I push a button ask for a specific movie. The set finds the film and connects to the service that is carrying it. Functions switch to whatever source you are watching. This is a smart TV but setting it up requires a steep learning curve. The instructions are a bit vague on details and assume you understand about connecting things to your home network and understand the different sources and connecting services. I’m a broadcast engineer and understand all this but it still took a while to set everything up and if I’m complaining about complexity, I can imagine what it would be like for the average consumer.
The sound is quite good for a small flat panel TV. Because of the thin OLED screen, Sony is able to use it as the speaker surface as well. There is a rear facing woofer for decent Bass. This is the first flat panel set I bought where I feel I didn’t need a sound bar just to watch. This is not rumble your guts surround sound but just decent sound on its own. It has a good equalizer and even a dialogue enhance setting. It connected nicely to my Bluetooth headset.
It’s expensive but it holds its own with the larger high end OLED sets. Perfect for watching from 6 feet away at my kitchen table.
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