Smart Tv's advice.

[Anny Road]

Help GF.

I'm going to buy a smart TV something around 40'' hoping to spend around £500. Has anyone done the research, gone through the comparison process recently, sorry being lazy save me the hassle.

Appreciate it in advance.

[manwiththestick]

There is a Samsung 40" on Amazon for about 450. I know because I was looking at it last night.

[Lario]

Bought an LG a while back ad delighted with it.

 

Normally I'm a bit of a snob and would go for a Sony/Sammy, but the LG is spot on. It's passive 3D too, so the kids can fuck around with the cheapo glasses and it only costs a quid to replace them! Got 11 pairs with it anyway!

[bri]

Samsung UE40ES5500 40-inch 1080P Full HD Smart LED TV with Freeview (New for 2012): Amazon.co.uk: TV

 

Not a bad option at 40 inch. I'm not convinced the tv's are that smart yet but you can see the services you can get if you plug it into your router.

 

I might be tempted next time with a 46 as they've managed to shrink the boarder of the tv by about 50 (and just not tell the missus)

[Rico1304]

As I'm a sad old bastard I've got a Which membership, I'm off out now but ill stick your £500 and 40 inch into the recommendations and copy the results on here later.

[Lario]

If you're gonna go Amazon, make sure you check out the Amazon warehouse http://www.amazon.co.uk/b/ref=sc_ca_c_7_0_304071031_2?ie=UTF8&me=A2OAJ7377F756P&no=304071031&node=1352986031

They basically resell stuff that's been returned, and tell you the faults if any. They can vary from Used - Like New to Used - Good.

 

As an example, the one Bri linked to above is normally £448. The same on is available Used - As New from the warehouse for £421.34 http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B007JURFRK/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used&m=A2OAJ7377F756P Also with the warehouse you get the normal manufacturer warranty, but you get an extended 30 day return as opposed to their usual 7 days.

[Anny Road]

Cheers lads. The Samsung looks no not bad. I've always been a badge snob but someone was telling me LG makes most of the screens for everyone anyway and most other firms just add in there own operating system. May go Lg.

[gumps]

Cheers lads. The Samsung looks no not bad. I've always been a badge snob but someone was telling me LG makes most of the screens for everyone anyway and most other firms just add in there own operating system. May go Lg.

 

 

And there in lies the difference. Picture quality is as much dependant on the processing as the actual display. Have to admit I'm a bit of a Sony/Panasonic snob myself, tend to think you get what you pay for in the long run.

 

My dad replaced a 5 yr old 26" Panasonic with a 2012 32" Samsung. The Panny had every connection you would ever want, the new Samsung doesn't even have a headphone socket!

[SCOUSE TAPAS]

Samsung UE40ES5500 40-inch 1080P Full HD Smart LED TV with Freeview (New for 2012): Amazon.co.uk: TV

 

Not a bad option at 40 inch. I'm not convinced the tv's are that smart yet but you can see the services you can get if you plug it into your router.

 

I might be tempted next time with a 46 as they've managed to shrink the boarder of the tv by about 50 (and just not tell the missus)

Your right about smart tvs at the moment not being up to much.

 

I would check that the freeview on the tv above is the freeview HD as if it isnt I personally wouldnt touch it.

[Rico1304]

Anny Road - sent you a PM.

[Anny Road]

Got it mate.

[Rush 346]

Have a look at a Panasonic if it fits the budget

[Carvalho Diablo]

Honestly mate, I was asking the same thing last year and ended up mooching around for similar...until I bought one of these :

 

WESTERN DIGITAL WD TV Live WiFi Streaming Media Player | Pixmania UK

 

Unbelievable piece of kit, massively user friendly, absolute quality and cheap as fuck.

 

My Media Player has transformed my Sammy 42" Plasma into a full on smart tv.

 

Cannot recommend highly enough.

[Dr.Filth]

If you're gonna go Amazon, make sure you check out the Amazon warehouse Amazon.co.uk: TV - TV & Home Cinema: LCD/LED 37-43" (94-109 cm), LCD/LED 32 - 36" (81-90 cm), Projectors & More

They basically resell stuff that's been returned, and tell you the faults if any. They can vary from Used - Like New to Used - Good.

 

As an example, the one Bri linked to above is normally £448. The same on is available Used - As New from the warehouse for £421.34 Amazon.co.uk: Buying Choices: Samsung UE40ES5500 40-inch 1080P Full HD Smart LED TV with Freeview (New for 2012) Also with the warehouse you get the normal manufacturer warranty, but you get an extended 30 day return as opposed to their usual 7 days.

 

Was just about to post this myself.

 

I got a 40" smart Sony a couple of years back described as 'used-like new' for £260 and it was in pristine condition other than a slightly damaged box. Saved me £140 off the normal Amazon price.

 

I think it only had a 90 day warranty though but it's still going strong today.

 

It's defo worth checking though, as Lario said you get 30 day no quibble return if you're not satisfied. No brainer for me.

[Guest ShoePiss]

If you have netflix, amazon instant video accounts etc the 'smart' tv feature is a nice, convenient addition. I have a HTPC connected but I find it's a lot easier to just use the remote rather than the wireless keyboard to access netflix/AIV etc.

 

Also, it's wife proof and doesn't require switching inputs. All they have to do is hit the big green 'Internet' button and they can watch The Hills/some other inane shite without having to bother me at all

[Anny Road]

Honestly mate, I was asking the same thing last year and ended up mooching around for similar...until I bought one of these :

 

WESTERN DIGITAL WD TV Live WiFi Streaming Media Player | Pixmania UK

 

Unbelievable piece of kit, massively user friendly, absolute quality and cheap as fuck.

 

My Media Player has transformed my Sammy 42" Plasma into a full on smart tv.

 

Cannot recommend highly enough.

Like the look of this. Can you download torrents straight onto it?

[Carvalho Diablo]

Like the look of this. Can you download torrents straight onto it?

 

Not that one, but it's big brother (only a little more expensive) I believe you can.

 

I download onto my memory stick and plug that into the USB on the front, and my 1 terabyte hard drive into the USB on the back.

 

Really brilliant little piece of kit and massively easy to use.

[Anny Road]

Honestly mate, I was asking the same thing last year and ended up mooching around for similar...until I bought one of these :

 

WESTERN DIGITAL WD TV Live WiFi Streaming Media Player | Pixmania UK

 

Unbelievable piece of kit, massively user friendly, absolute quality and cheap as fuck.

 

My Media Player has transformed my Sammy 42" Plasma into a full on smart tv.

 

Cannot recommend highly enough.

Just bought one of these. Going to use it down tairs for now then fire it upstairs with my telly when I eventually get a new one. Tah lads.