This.
I was mainly going to splurge for the space as it would be super convenient. But the 55" seems to have equally good reviews unless I'm missing something.
PSA: LG CX OLED TV's are on sale today for great prices in the US
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This.
I was mainly going to splurge for the space as it would be super convenient. But the 55" seems to have equally good reviews unless I'm missing something.
Same. But I knew that the brand new 48 inch will not be in sale this year (looks like it so far).
55 inch is too big for me and my desk.
Yeah- I think next spring/summer when old models are being phased out for new ones will be the first discounts on the 48". Even then, it likely won't be much.
I watch a lot of subtitled movies, and the blooming around the text drives me insane–and, in general, I'm just hyper-aware of blooming in dark scenes. I find myself constantly scrutinizing the picture in ways that I never did with TVs I've owned in the past.
Oof, gotcha. That makes sense! Is adding bias lighting possible in your setup? I know that they're different sets (and Rtings seems to give the 930 a bit of an edge in black level), but bias lighting made it so blooming was only noticeable in the most extreme situations.
I only bring it up because I just got a CX, and while it's definitely a better set (most obviously in black-level performance), it's not *so* much better that I'd risk getting other members of the household upset with me about it. :)
Nope, at least none that I've seen. It's *very* low-profile.
Damn, thanks for the reply. It's funny how cheaper TVs with "clunky" stands are actually more usable because they aren't obsessed with presenting a minimalist aesthetic.
I mean, someone who really cares about a minimalist entertainment center is going to wall mount the TV anyway, right?
Yup, it's tough - the rise of soundbars has really changed the situation: people now *want* a bit of space below their set, when lower-profile stands had been the trend for years.
As to your latter point, my previous set was wall-mounted. The CX stand was so minimal, I figured "I'll just leave it on the stand, it'll be fine."
I lasted 4 days before wall-mounting it.
That's actually really comforting to hear with regard to the CX and how it compares to the TV I already have. Again, games look phenomenal, but the lighting issues elsewhere bug the crap out of me. Maybe I just need brighter bias lighting? I did buy a cheap set of LEDs for around the back of the TV, and it helps but doesn't mitigate the issue to the extent I'd like.
I used Luminoodle lighting, which seemed to work well. It's tough - we're talking about different sets, in different locations, with different eyes. You're also looking at the worst-case scenario for LCD, with regards to blooming... and the area where OLED really shines. I'd also bring up burn-in - I've heard that people who truly watch a ton of subtitled material end up with burn-in, down in the subtitle area.
I'm getting increasingly more tempted by this, but I have a question. My current receiver for my sound system is like 6 years old at this point and I'm sure it doesn't support 4K or anything like that. What sort of receiver should I be looking into so that I can make sure everything works right on the sound side of things? I saw some people mentioning hooking things into the tv and then having the sound passed from the tv to the receiver, but I have a decent amount of things hooked up on my entertainment center so it's nice having my receiver be a hub for everything.
it sounds like everyone should be waiting based on some earlier posts re: receiver. like the hardware chip (that all of the ones that would have otherwise been recommended share) has a major flaw that was only just discovered and it's yet to be seen how it will be addressed.
So basically until BF. I guess no good deals on the 48 inch this year. It'll probably be next spring before I get a 2.1 compatible GPU anyways.
As far as I know, it's the only one that explicitly covers burn-in (and it's the sole reason I went with Best Buy instead of any other retailer.)
oh wow. Yeah that's pretty appealing.
is that with the default warranty or the extra Geek Squad one?
You mean LG's warranty? Although there are people who have gotten a one-time replacement from LG because of burn-in, I wouldn't rely upon it. Best Buy's Geek Squad extended warranty explicitly covers it.
I'm someone who could have gone OLED last time I got a TV, and avoided it basically solely due to burn-in concerns: I knew (and know) that it's not super-likely, but I would be anxious about it. Enough variables have changed to where I'm not as worried, and the BB warranty sealed the deal for me. YMMV, but that's my take on it.
all right, think I'll go for Best Buy then.
the 55 model being $1400 at the moment is tempting but i sit maybe 6 feet away from the screen with my setup. that's just too big lmao
Ordered the 65-inch CX from my local video store. $1850 w/ a 5-year warranty that covers (most) burn in, a price match guarantee to Jan 1, 60-day return window and free delivery.
Pretty amazing deal!
Pretty amazing deal!
For many stores, November is Black Friday. They're just spreading out the deals throughout the month.
Thanks. Bummer for me, but glad you were able to score such nice add-ons with your purchase. Retail sellers near me only offer the warranty at extra cost
If you got the 65" or smaller you could use something like this. The dimensions are like a perfect fit to the stand on the 65". Says it'll hold upwards of 100 lbs, and the TV with stand is in the 70s.
I'm on the west coast too and called them after reading your message. Can confirm the deal. The only thing that makes me weary is the guy I talked to was pretty dodgy about burn-in coverage. He wouldn't explicitly say it was covered and just said "it's a case by case basis" and "they'll sometimes cover it". I've purchased from them before and trust them but I don't know how confident that makes me in getting covered if the set did in fact get burn in. Thanks for the heads up though!
Ya. I got the same burn-in speech about how it wasn't 100% covered...but I am okay with that as I am not super worried about it in the first place I guess. I've had a C6 for 3 years and put in plenty of Overwatch hours and haven't had a problem.
The general consensus is that $419 for a 5 year warranty at Best Buy that covers burn in is worth it on this $1,849 TV (22% mark up)? I'm just so hard wired to be warranty skeptic that I'm having a hard time pulling the trigger.
Just a quick note: Video Only was known as the... least reputable dealer in the area, when I was in the industry. This was awhile back, this could have changed, etc., but I would personally not trust them with any warranty/service promises that were not explicitly in writing.
Hey, would you be willing to give me some more details on it. I called them up and they said the delivery and warranty are not included and I would have to pay extra. Going to PM you.
Edit: Seeing the other posts about how they might not be the most reputable dealer actually worries me. I got one from Costco but was getting paranoid about the burn in issue.
Think I'll wait to see the Black Friday deals on tvs like that
No one touches TVs over $500 on Black Friday/online so I think there's a decent shot it'll drop down more
No one touches TVs over $500 on Black Friday/online so I think there's a decent shot it'll drop down more
Not the OP but from working with VO, you'll get better luck going in. They work on commission and are pretty aggressive with packaging and undercutting competition to get you to buy. When I called, the guy said he'd knock $50 off the price of the TV and possibly more.
I have been having that discussion with a friend. He was like, in that time it wouldn't be worth it and you could get a new TV for it. But having that just gives you that peace of mind, if you are like me. Already bought the TV at costco and have been contemplating on better deals elsewhere since the past two days.
I think most of the big retailers do a decent job at price adjustment if you bought it within 30-60 days.
looks like Vizio is competing, their 65" OLED is now on sale for $1,500 from Best Buy through Sunday
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Piece of mind is different for everyone. The times i haven't bought warranty for devices I've been burned. Samsung LCD the capacitors blew and Samsung was charging me as much as the tv price was. Xbox 360 red ring of death and out of warranty as well. I see a warranty as a i see health insurance, you don't use it every month but at some point you will need it.
I believe you need Geek Squad warranty for burn-in protection (but I could also be wrong)