Just a few weeks ago, we talked about all the developments in the smart TV industry since CES in Las Vegas, where major manufacturers showed off their guns for this 2023. TV series this year.
Thus, the company welcomes its televisions with OLED, MiniLED and LED-LCD technology as the leading actor of 2023. Philips leaps into OLED with microlens arrayis a technology that aims to be one of the most distinguished in terms of panel technologies. Below these lines we tell you all the details.
OLED+908, premium Philips series with MLA technology and Next Generation Ambilight
The jewel in TP Vision’s crown this year is undoubtedly the OLED+908, a model that incorporates all the technologies of its current premium model, OLED+907. greatly improves various aspects of your panel technology.
The company stands out in OLED+908 with its new ‘META OLED’ panel based on LG’s patented ‘OLED EX’ technology, although it has been calibrated by TP Vision. This takes advantage of new panel technology Micro Lens Array (MLA) and the algorithm LG Display calls ‘META’ to its users Up to 70% brightness increaseIt means a peak brightness of up to 2,100 nits.
Thus, the improvement of the ‘META OLED’ panel is achieved through a hardware component (microlens matrix) and software (META algorithm). In addition to the increase in brightness, the manufacturer an improvement in viewing angles and energy efficiency.
To all this we must add the seventh generation P5 AI processor, which offers an enhanced version of the Ambient Intelligence system to adjust the brightness, gamut and color response of the screen in real time provided by the television. This system can: measuring the color temperature of the room Via the new XYZ light sensor, it optimizes the viewing experience by matching the white point of the image with the ambient lighting.
Unsurprisingly, Philips also puts all the meat on the grill when it comes to gaming, so in addition to Dolby Vision support, the 4K panel also offers a panel with: 120Hz refresh rate 48 Gbps bandwidth and 12-bit depth, HDMI 2.1 e-ARC and VRR support via FreeSync Premium and G-Sync. In addition to all these, the company also guarantees to reduce the response time of Auto Game and Auto-Low-Latency modes and ALLM modes in games.
OLED+908 is built in to expand the immersion of the scenes users will see on this TV. The latest generation of Ambilight technology, something that is a household brand at Philips. Ambilight ‘Next Gen’ could be presented on its high-end TVs last year, and this time we will see this technology in the company’s next TVs. Of course, for now, this final release will also be exclusive to high-end TVs.
Philips’ most exclusive range is equipped with Ambilight Next Gen, a powerful sound system and all the benefits to enjoy video games.
Ambilight Next Gen expands on the previous model’s experience with a three-sided lighting system, as well as offering more illuminated areas and an improved system that increases lighting sensitivity in scenes.
At the top of the picture quality is also the Bowers & Wilkins sound system. a soundbar integrated into the panel that delivers 3.1 sound at a maximum power of 80W. The sound system combines six front-mounted transducers and a rear-mounted subwoofer, powered by four passive emitters that provide deep bass.
As in previous generations, TP Vision chose Google TV as its operating system for the all new Philips OLED TV range. In this way, users will be able to enjoy the latest version of Google’s operating system for Smart TV.
With Google TV, users are guaranteed a complete content experience, you can download all kinds of apps and enjoy all streaming content platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, Disney+ and company. This also means it will be compatible with all smart home features, including your Google Assistant.
Regarding its design, the television shows its most minimalist side, with a dark-toned extra-thin metal frame that matches the weave of the Kvadrat Audiomix speakers. In addition, the TV features a new metal support for the frame with a glossy black finish.
Among its extras, it is also worth highlighting. new remote control with rechargeable battery and USB-C connection with a motion sensor that detects it rising from a surface to activate the backlight of its keys.
The OLED808 has all the good things about OLED and is gaming focused
TP Vision is introducing two new models in its OLED television range this year as well. While we have already mentioned all the advantages of the OLED+908, the OLED808 is a bit lower. And since we’ve already pinpointed everything your brother brings so well, we’re going to focus on what they don’t have as a differentiation technique on this TV.
The great innovation of OLED+908 is the new ‘META OLED’ panel with microlens matrix and ‘META’ algorithm to increase brightness. We lose that in the OLED808 and Philips in this case uses a panel based on LG Display’s OLED EX technology. Maximum brightness up to 1,000 nits.
When it comes to imaging and processor technologies, this tv is the sameso, although we lost the new brightness enhancement technology, we still have the seventh generation P5 AI processor, the Ambient Intelligence V2 system, all the gaming-oriented technologies described above, and the Next Generation Ambilight to attract attention through this well-known backlighting system.
Another difference from his brother is in the sound system. And in this case we have 2.1-channel sound system with up to 70 W of power. If we go to the 42-inch model, it can be said that the sound system has dropped to 50 W.
TP Vision also highlights the EVO swivel mount found on most OLED808 models. The only exception is the 77-inch model, which features new satin chrome and metal flat sliders.
Like OLED+908, TP Vision Also includes Google TV as an operating system For this TV, you will be more than equipped to enjoy all kinds of content and smart home features.
Philips presents its proposal “The Xtra” in MiniLED
The company left the OLED models aside and introduced a new series: “The Xtra”. This is a new TV series from TP Vision where it will introduce MiniLED technology. The first generation of this new series, presented with the aforementioned OLED models, also offers very interesting features.
While the OLED series is still considered the most advanced and complete television series by TP Visión, The Xtra also full performance and outstanding features with two new models.
On the one hand, the 9308 is a 4K MiniLED panel with maximum brightness up to 1,000 nitsPanel with 98% WCG DCI color spectrum and 120 Hz refresh rate. In addition to all this, Philips also incorporates the Ambilight system, but in this case it is not as sensitive as OLED models.
Regarding the sound system, the Philips 9308 includes a 2.1-channel front system by Bowers & Wilkins and a maximum power of up to 64 W.
The Xtra also includes another television, the 9008, which is slightly inferior to its big brother. In this case, one step below we find a sound system with a 2.1-channel front system with a maximum power of up to 40 W. Of course, we continue to enjoy you. 120 Hz panel and maximum brightness up to 1,000 nits.
It should be noted that “The Xtra” is the only Philips series of 2023. Does not include Google TV as the operating system. In this case, a personalized Smart TV experience has been selected from TP Vision.
The One, performance and Google TV to match
Mid-range and entry-level, we have our new generation of televisions “The One” starring the Philips 8808 and 8507 models. Here we find two televisions. continue to deliver the same performance More than Philips’ premium range, as they use the same seventh-generation P5 AI processor.
However, Philips sacrifices image quality by offering LCD-LED panels in this case. The main difference between both models is the refresh rate of your panel. And this The 8808 includes a 120 Hz panelThe 8507 stays at 60 Hz.
The good thing is that both models It will have the latest version of Google TV, like the firm’s OLED models. In this way, “The Xtra” will be the only TP Vision series to offer its own operating system.
Price and availability
OLED+908 will take its place in stores autumn 2023. TP Vision’s most premium range will be launched in 55, 65 and 77 inch versions.
When it comes to the OLED808, the company did not give a date, although it confirmed that the model will come in 48, 55, 65 and 77-inch versions.
Regarding the MiniLED television family, they are expected to land now: third quarter of 2023 On 55 and 65 inch models. Philips 9008 will add a 75-inch version in addition to these.
Finally, TP Vision has confirmed that their next-generation television, The One, will land anywhere in the world. second quarter of 2023. The Philips 8808 will come in 43, 50, 55, 65, 75 and 85 inch versions, while the 8508 will be available in 43, 50, 55 and 65 inch versions.
Regarding prices, the company has not yet provided information on this matter, so we will have to wait until we make a decision.
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