This week’s You Asked episode tackles popular questions about Sony Bravia TV reviews, Apple TV 4K support for 21:9 displays, HDR brightness discrepancies, and the impressive longevity of OLED TVs. Find out why Sony Bravia 7 & 9 reviews are delayed, how 21:9 content is displayed on Apple TV, why TVs have different brightness measurements, and if it’s worth upgrading from an OLED after eight years of use.
The Acer Predator X45 Gaming Monitor is a powerhouse with a gorgeous OLED panel, 240Hz refresh rate, and 0.01ms response time. Walmart is offering a substantial $375 discount, making this premium monitor more accessible.
Samsung has finally revealed the pricing and availability of its highly anticipated Odyssey OLED gaming monitors, the G8 and G6. The Odyssey OLED G8 will sell for $1,300, while the smaller Odyssey G6 will cost $900. Both monitors feature OLED displays with 240Hz refresh rates and 0.03ms response times, and they come with Samsung’s new OLED Safeguard+ burn-in protection technology. Samsung is also offering up to a $300 Samsung credit on a future purchase when you order one of these models.
Apple’s introduction of Tandem OLED in the 2024 iPad Pro has sparked a revolución in display technology. This innovative design, which combines two OLED panels to deliver exceptional brightness and color accuracy, has been in development for over a decade and is now finally a reality. Tandem OLED offers numerous advantages over traditional OLED panels, including higher brightness, improved color purity, and reduced power consumption.
Zotac has announced that it will unveil a new OLED gaming handheld at Computex 2024, the Zone. The handheld will feature a 7-inch AMOLED touchscreen and two-stage adjustable triggers, and promises “high-performance,” “quality controls,” and “top-end specs.” However, details on the device’s operating system, processor, battery life, and performance are still unknown. Zotac will only have “functional prototypes of the design” available at Computex, so more concrete information may not be available until later.
In this episode of You Asked, we tackle common questions related to TV technology, including:
* Is Sony Bravia 9 better than an OLED? While the Bravia 9 may offer impressive brightness and contrast, OLEDs generally provide superior picture quality due to their ability to produce true blacks.
* 4K OLED vs. 8K mini-LED: At most screen sizes, a 4K OLED TV is preferable to an 8K mini-LED LCD TV, especially models like the LG G4 or Samsung S95D. However, factors such as the specific TV models and individual preferences should also be considered.
* Are built-in TV streaming apps better for picture quality? Streaming directly from the TV’s built-in OS does not necessarily offer better picture quality. However, factors like Dolby Vision and HDR 10+ support should be considered. For the best streaming experience, using an external device like the Apple TV 4K is recommended.
* Do people really want accurate TVs? Most people prioritize brightness and vivid colors over absolute accuracy. Accurate TVs can appear dim in brighter environments, leading to a misconception that equates accuracy with dullness.
* LG C3 vs. Hisense U8N: While the LG C3 offers superior picture quality, the Hisense U8K and U8N provide significantly higher brightness, making them more suitable for daytime viewing in common living room settings. The U8K and U8N are also better choices for those who routinely leave their TVs on for extended periods, as OLEDs are susceptible to burn-in.
According to a Korean news site called Naver, Apple and Samsung Display are working to bring OLED to upcoming versions of the iPad Air and iPad mini. However, it’s unlikely that either device will see an OLED update until the second half of 2025 at the earliest, and maybe not until 2026.
Every year, the team at Digital Trends looks forward to getting their hands on the newest models of TVs. With 2024 models rolling in, editor-at-large Caleb Denison shares what the team has tested so far and what they think of the lineup.
The Hisense U8N is an exceptional mini-LED TV that offers stunning image quality at an affordable price point. It delivers intense brightness, deep blacks, and vibrant colors, coming dangerously close to OLED performance in many aspects. Despite its impressive picture quality, the U8N has some minor drawbacks, including overly bright HDR and limited off-angle viewing. However, its strengths far outweigh its weaknesses, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious consumers seeking a premium TV experience.
Wacom has introduced the Movink 13, an OLED-based drawing tablet that targets creatives in need of a highly portable display. The tablet features a full HD 13.3-inch Samsung OLED display, a contrast ratio of 100,000:1, and a pen latency below one millisecond. It is compatible with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and Android and is validated for Pantone and Pantone SkinTone. The Movink 13 is available now for $750.
