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Digital Trends
09-07-2025
- Business
- Digital Trends
Our ‘best TV' is on sale for Prime Day — 65-inch Sony A95L QD-OLED at 17% off
TVs are among the most popular products to buy during Amazon's Prime Day, and if you're planning to get one, make it the 65-inch Sony A95L QD-OLED 4K TV. From its original price of $3,500, it's 17% off to $2,898, which is just several dollars higher than its lowest price ever. Even with the savings of $602, it's still a pretty significant investment, but it's a purchase that you'll never regret if you want an upgrade to your home theater setup. You're going to have to be quick in completing your transaction though, as we're not sure if the offer will remain available until the final minutes of the shopping event. Why you should buy the 65-inch Sony A95L QD-OLED 4K TV The Sony A95L QD-OLED 4K TV received a rare perfect score of 5 stars out of 5 stars in our review, making it worthy of our description as the 'best overall TV' in our roundup of the best TVs. The QD-OLED technology in its 65-inch screen combines QLED and OLED for fantastic color accuracy and brightness, as well as amazing contrast and luminance. The TV's Dolby Vision support and impressive speakers will create a cinematic experience within the comfort of your own living room, and 4K upscaling will improve the quality of everything that you watch. Since it's made by Sony, it's not a surprise that the Sony A95L QD-OLED 4K TV comes with exclusive features for the PlayStation 5, namely Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode, for an even better visual experience when playing the best PS5 games. The TV is also perfect for watching streaming shows, as it has access to all of the popular streaming services through the Google TV platform that also grants access to Google Assistant for voice commands. In one of the most attractive TV deals that you can shop for Prime Day, the 65-inch Sony A95L QD-OLED 4K TV is on sale at 17% off for a discounted price of $2,898 from $3,500. You wouldn't want to miss this chance at savings of $602 when buying our favorite TV, which means you need to hurry with your purchase. Add the 65-inch Sony A95L QD-OLED 4K TV to your cart and finish the checkout process as soon as you can, to make sure that you get this amazing screen for almost its lowest-ever price.
Digital Trends
06-07-2025
- Digital Trends
You Asked: Large OLED vs. Huge QLED? Biggest QD-OLED TVs?
On today's episode of You Asked: Is there ever a reason to not get the best OLED panel available? How much of an upgrade is the LG G5 over the G2? And is a 77-inch OLED enough, or do you need to go even bigger? Always buy the best OLED panel tech? @Kami84 says: You'd be a fool to buy anything other than QD-OLED or the new Tandem RGB OLED from LG due to the superior colors. Why buy old W-OLED technology when there's way better tech available, unless it's really cheap? Hey, I hear you loud and clear. As someone who's into cameras, I debate the same things. Why not go for what's future proof? But there are a number of reasons when it comes to TVs. One — and you touched on this — is price. At 65 inches, a lot of QD-OLED panels cost more than some people want to spend, especially if you're looking at the latest and greatest from Sony, LG, and Samsung. The Sony Bravia 8 Mark 2: $4,000 The Samsung S95F: $3,300 LG's G5: $3,400. Obviously, they can be a little less than that if they're on sale, but the point is, that's quite a bit of money for a lot of people. Even Sony's 2023 model, the Sony A95L, which has been on sale for a while, is still $2,900. Then there's size, which, believe it or not, gets overlooked. Once you go up from 55 or 65 inches, things get really expensive — easily north of four grand. Also, a number of TVs' best panels aren't offered in every size. Sony's QD-OLEDs are only sold up to a certain size. You can't get the Bravia 8 Mark 2 above 65 inches. The A95L only goes up to 77 inches. The same goes for Samsung. Their S95F and S90F only have the QD-OLED panels at 55, 65, or 77 inches. So if you wanted anything larger than that, guess what? W-OLED is the only option you've got — unless you go to LG. You can get their G5 at 83 inches with its Tandem RGB OLED panel for $6,500. See where I'm going here? If the 'lesser' OLED models weren't selling, they wouldn't be manufactured. There's clearly a market for them. LG's done really well in this department, offering the more budget-friendly B-series, the brighter but still mostly affordable C-series, and the high-end G-series with their best tech. Plus, if you're not looking at a W-OLED TV side-by-side with one of the better panels you mentioned, I'd argue that 99 percent of people — probably anyone but TV reviewers and hardcore enthusiasts — would say, 'That's a great looking TV.' I'd love to sit here and tell you that I'm filming this in 8K on a $6,500 Sony A1 flagship camera, but I'm not. It's 4K on an A7IV that costs about a third of the price. And we're doing OK. LG G2 vs G5: Is It a Big Upgrade? @luisd7636 asks: I have an LG G2. I wonder how much of an improvement the LG G5 would be. I haven't seen it on display yet. Luis, the difference between the G2 from 2022 and the LG G5 is significant. To start, LG's upscaling and processing has come a long way. Even with our review of the G4, we noted how close it was to catching up to Sony in that department. The G5 and its new Tandem RGB OLED panel mentioned in the last question raise it to another level in terms of brightness and color vibrance. Usually, you don't see a huge difference from one year to the next, but it is visible when you put the G4 next to the G5. And considering how much brighter that G4 is compared to its predecessors, I think you'd see the upgrade right away. All that to say, the G5 is a big step up. If you're interested, it's worth going to check one out locally if you can. Size Limitations of QD-OLED Panels @balajiraokj asks: My mind is set for Sony, but still debating others. Let me know what is best for an 85-inch QD-OLED TV. Well, I hate to burst your bubble, but if you were paying attention earlier, the largest QD-OLED TV available right now is 77 inches. You have a few options between Sony and Samsung. If you're leaning toward Sony, check out the A95L. If you want to go with an OLED bigger than 77 inches, you could go with LG's 83-inch G5, which has their new Tandem RGB panel. That's some of the best OLED color goodness you'll get at that size, and it'll cost you $6,500 at full price. For a little less, if you don't mind W-OLED, the 83-inch LG C5 will save you about $1,000, maybe more. So ask yourself what means more: a few more inches in size, or having the brightest, most colorful panel. For what it's worth, I think most OLEDs, especially the ones mentioned in this segment, are going to look outstanding in an 83-inch size, even if they're not QD-OLED. 77″ OLED vs 100″ Hisense Mini LED @Echoed_Empires asks: 77-inch LG OLED C5 or 100-inch Hisense? To be honest, I'm fine with the QLED quality of the 100-inch since it gives me that cinema experience. Yeah, the LG kills it, and it's fantastic. But guys, how good do you want the picture to be? It's ridiculous — a normal Hisense in 4K is awesome, and at 100 inches, the same price. I'm really thinking about it, but can't decide. What's your pick? That is a tough one, and there's a lot to consider. One of the themes of this episode, and one of my favorite questions last week, has kind of been: when is good good enough? OLED is special in terms of picture quality and contrast. At 77 inches, everything you watch on it is going to be gorgeous. But 100 inches is also special. Everything you watch on that is going to feel larger than life. For movies and shows, you'll get the theater experience every time, especially if you pair it with a nice audio system. Plus, the 100-inch U8 isn't just your run-of-the-mill big 4K TV. It's a Mini LED TV with full array local dimming. So it's no slouch, even compared to OLED. That said, here are my reservations. Having dealt with a few massive TVs last year, TCL's 115-inch QM891G and Hisense's 110-inch UX, you really need a plan and space for where you're going to put it. It's probably best in a dedicated theater room because it's going to dominate whatever wall you place it on. Moving them isn't simple. Second, there is the difference in picture quality. You will get a cleaner look with more contrast from the C5. While the U8 is great, things like highlight blooming that come off as minimal on a 65-inch TV will be more noticeable on a significantly larger unit. Anything and everything gets magnified on TVs that big. But if it's size you're after and that massive picture gives you the most enjoyment, go for it. Also, I think the Hisense would be brighter. Weigh that into your decision as well. If you're in a room that gets a lot of sun or has a lot of ambient light, consider the Mini LED option. Personally, my pick would be the 77-inch C5. I want that OLED image quality, and 77 inches is plenty. Any smaller than that, and I'd be tempted to go with the extra-large Hisense instead. Either way, I think you're in for a good time.
Digital Trends
25-06-2025
- Business
- Digital Trends
Samsung has just launched its M9 smart monitor. Here's how to preorder it
Samsung has just announced the official launch of the M9, the smart monitor that it unveiled at CES in January./ The new M9 is the flagship of Samsung's latest Smart Monitor lineup and introduces QD-OLED technology to the series for the first time. It also comes with a 32-inch 4K panel and a decent 165Hz refresh rate that won't escape the notice of gamers. Recommended Videos As with just about every device hitting the market these days, Samsung has of course added a bunch of AI smarts, with the M9 incorporating an AI Picture Optimizer features that analyzes content and automatically adjusts display settings for the best picture, whether you're gaming, watching videos, or working, or doing whatever you like to do on your PC. Interestingly, the M9 also uses AI processing to upgrade lower-resolution content to near-4K quality, and enhances sound quality in real time based on content and surroundings. The M9 brings integrated access to streaming apps, Samsung TV Plus, and Samsung Gaming Hub for cloud gaming without a console or PC. Just like the existing M7 and M8, the M9's slim metal design — it's just 9.9 mm thick — really stands out and will remind many folks of Apple's minimalist Studio Display. And while the M9 and Studio Display both offer tilt adjustment, only the M9 also offers height and pivot adjustments, giving it a distinct advantage over Apple's monitor when it comes to positioning. Being a smart monitor, the M9 happily functions as a smart entertainment hub and supports Multi View, SmartThings integration, and Multi Control between Samsung devices. The M9, along with updated M8 and M7 models, are available for preorder now from Samsung's website. The M9 model costs $1,600 plus tax and orders will be shipped for free starting July 11. You can pay everything at once, or via 24 interest-free payments at $66.67, or with four installments of $400 every two weeks. Samsung also promises $300 in credit that you can spend on its site. Precise details will be emailed within 35 days of the monitor's delivery.
Digital Trends
09-06-2025
- Digital Trends
Upgrade to this Alienware 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor while it's $300 off
The powerful machine you purchased from gaming PC deals should be paired with a premium display, and the 32-inch Alienware 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor comes with our stamp of approval. It's also on sale from Dell right now, with a $300 discount slashing its price from $1,200 to only $900. That's a steal when you consider the capabilities of this screen, so you're going to have to hurry with your purchase as stocks may run out at any moment. Why you should buy the 32-inch Alienware 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor The 32-inch Alienware 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor, or more formally known as the Alienware AW3225QF, received a very impressive score of 4.5 stars out of 5 in our review. It's the first gaming monitor that combined 4K Ultra HD resolution for lifelike details and accurate colors, QD-OLED technology for perfect black levels and intense brightness, and a 240Hz refresh rate for smooth and lag-free animations. With these specifications, you'll be able to fully enjoy the graphics of the best PC games. Gamers will also appreciate the 0.03ms response time of the 32-inch Alienware 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor, as that enables fast reaction times, and it also supports Nvidia's G-Sync to eliminate screen tearing and stuttering for completely immersive gameplay. The gaming monitor also has a range of USB-A, USB-C, DisplayPort, and HDMI ports, so in addition to your gaming PC, you can connect it to your video game console and work PC and easily switch between them depending on which device is running. Gamers who are on the lookout for monitor deals shouldn't settle for a basic display. To maximize your gaming PC, you'll need something like the 32-inch Alienware 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor, which is a pretty tempting purchase right now because of Dell's $300 discount. You'll only have to pay $900 instead of $1,200 for this premium screen, but there's no time to hesitate. The 32-inch Alienware 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor may return to its regular price as soon as tomorrow, so you should proceed with the transaction as soon as possible.
The Verge
09-06-2025
- Business
- The Verge
One of the sleekest OLED gaming monitors around is 35 percent off
Cameron Faulkner There are so many QD-OLED gaming monitors to choose from, depending on what size, resolution, refresh rate, and design you're happy to commit to. It's not easy to find a monitor that balances all those factors, but a big discount can shoot one toward the top of the list. Sony's InZone M10S is a 27-inch 1440p QD-OLED with a whopping 480Hz refresh rate, and it's 35 percent off right now at Amazon, selling for $714.99 (originally $1,099.99). For those who are pursuing a minimalist setup, there might not be a better choice. The M10S features a super-thin design and a versatile stand that takes up very little desk space. The circular stand is only about the size of a CD, on which the monitor can swivel. It looks really nice. When I reviewed this monitor during my days at Polygon, I didn't think its performance justified its original price, as Asus had a similarly speedy 480Hz model that sold for $999.99 (and still costs that much). It's a different story now that the M10S is steeply discounted. Some other great deals to check out Summer is here, more or less. It's a time associated with outdoors and relaxing, but unfortunately it's also when wildfire smoke is at its worst, depending on your location. In case you don't have an air purifier in your home (and you think it may be something you'll need based on past experiences), Levoit's Core 300-P model is selling at Amazon with a rare 10 percent discount, costing $89.99. This model uses replaceable HEPA filters and runs quietly as it cuts down on dust and odors (you can opt for a special filter that filters pet allergens, too). This particular model can cover up to 1,074 square feet. We covered this deal last week, but it bears repeating: Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses are 20 percent off in select styles, costing as low as $239 at Amazon, Meta, and Best Buy. They're a solid value, especially if you want to go all in with Meta AI features to help you identify landmarks, get live translations, and more. Alternatively, they're also one of the best options if you just want some stylish shades that can let you snap pics or video, and can pipe your music and phone calls near your ears. These prices will be in effect through June 16th. Here are some deals for Switch 2 owners excited for the upgraded versions of Super Mario Party Jamboree and Kirby and the Forgotten Land and who don't own the original Switch versions. Woot is selling Super Mario Party Jamboree for $44.99 while Kirby is $39.99 (each previously sold for $59.99). This will put some money back in your pocket to use on each of the games' respective Switch 2 Edition upgrades that cost $19.99.
