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Tom's Guide
21-07-2025
- Tom's Guide
Shopping for a big screen? Samsung's stunning 85-inch Mini-LED TV is $1,200 off right now
If someone asks me for advice about shopping for an 85-inch TV on a budget, I usually start by lowering their expectations about performance and features. Frankly, it's tough to save money on a TV of this size without making concessions. But every now and then, an 85-inch powerhouse goes on sale for a shockingly good price, and that's happening today with a top-tier Samsung Mini-LED TV from a couple years ago. Right now, you can land the 85-inch Samsung QN90C Neo QLED for just $1,399 at Best Buy. That's a full $1,200 off its usual, already-discounted price — an incredible deal, especially for folks who don't want to settle for a so-so TV in order to secure a bigger picture. This fantastic 2023 TV still has the juice two years later. As part of Samsung's Neo QLED lineup, the QN90C blends quantum dot-color with expertly engineered Mini-LED backlighting for a bright, tantalizing picture. It's also loaded with features for gaming, streaming and more. If you've been waiting for an excuse to splash out on an 85-inch TV that doesn't compromise on performance, now's your chance. Let's get one thing out of the way right off the bat: Yes, this is a 2023 model. For all intents and purposes, though, that doesn't matter much. If your inner-geek won't be satisfied with anything other than a brand-new, 2025 TV, this might not be the deal for you. If you've got an open mind, allow me to make my case. In the relatively short amount of time since the QN90C's release, not much has changed in the world of Samsung Neo QLEDs — particularly when it comes to their flagship models. I've spent a ton of time with the QN90C in the last few years, and I can stand by this TV's remarkable performance. This TV's stellar backlight control still astounds me in 2025. You can read all about it in our full Samsung QN90C review, but here's the basic gist: The QN90C is a phenomenally bright TV whose stellar backlight control still astounds me in 2025. In fact, at the risk of throwing shade at its successors (the QN90D and QN90F), I bet the QN90C's backlight control is on par with those newer models. That's how good it is. In terms of features, you're getting almost everything you would if you bought a top-shelf Samsung Neo QLED from 2025. The QN90C is flush with four HDMI 2.1 inputs and a cornucopia of competitive gaming features. It doesn't support 4K games at 144Hz or 165Hz, but if you weren't planning on connecting it to a gaming PC, this is far less likely to matter. In the roughly 26 months since the QN90C's release, the brand's top-shelf TVs have benefited from improved software. Navigating smart features on the QN90C will likely feel a bit sluggish compared to a newer model, but take it from someone who's really picky about that stuff: It's not a dealbreaker. Besides, you can just plug in a top streaming device and offload those streaming duties. I could go on and on about this TV; about its excellent out-of-the-box color accuracy, its posh design and so on. Ultimately, though, the reason I'm sounding the alarm about this deal is because of the price. An 85-inch TV of this caliber for $1,399 is an absolute steal. Think of it this way: If you plunked down your credit card for this TV in July of 2023, you'd have paid thousands more for the privilege. And you'd probably still love it today.
Cision Canada
17-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Haier TV Has Been Awarded the EU Accessibility Act Certificate by DEKRA -- Marking the First Certificate of its Kind in the TV Industry
QINGDAO, China, July 17, 2025 /CNW/ -- Haier, a world's leading household appliances brand, announced that it has obtained the TV industry's first European Accessibility Act (EAA) certificate for its LED TVs. This prestigious certification, awarded to Haier following a rigorous evaluation by DEKRA, encompasses a wide range of Haier's smart LED TV products, including Mini-LED, OLED, and QLED TVs. In Europe, "accessibility" is no longer merely an extension of social responsibility, but a legal requirement for product design. Under the European Accessibility Act (EAA) (EU) 2019/882, from 2025 onward, ICT products and services entering the EU market must meet specific accessibility requirements to ensure that elderly users and those with visual, hearing, or other impairments can access technology equally, safely, and without barriers. The certificate confirms that the Haier TV products meet EAA accessibility technical standards for audiovisual products across multiple critical dimensions, including visual display, subtitles, audio output, menu navigation, and remote-control usability. This means users with hearing impairments can "see" sound through captions, and those with visual impairments can "hear" what's on screen. Haier TV bridges sensory barriers and delivers a more inclusive viewing experience. "This certificate is a testament to Haier TV's enduring dedication to making technology accessible to everyone," said Junguang Liu, Vice President of Haier Smart Home and General Manager of Audio-Visual BU. "We will keep pushing the boundaries to discover new ways in which technology can deliver greater equality, inclusivity, and happiness to every household." DEKRA, as the independent third-party testing, inspection, and certification organization, conducted the evaluation based on EAADIRECTIVE 2019/882/EU, EN 301549 V3.2.1, and Draft EN 301 549 V4.1.1c (2025-05) V.0.0.15, enabling companies to identify compliance paths and validate design implementations, ensuring that accessibility requirements are translated from regulation into reality. From millisecond-level voice command responses to adaptive subtitle rendering, from precise spatial audio positioning to a streamlined user interface — every technical detail embodies Haier TV's commitment to equal access. This certificate reflects Haier TV's dedication to user-centered innovation, driven by world-class R&D. As a global benchmark, Haier TV continues to advance technology for accessibility and inclusivity.
Tom's Guide
11-07-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
I'm a TV expert — this is the one Mini-LED TV I keep recommending to friends and family shopping on a budget
Amazon Prime Day 2025 is entering its fourth and final day, and we're still tracking all of the best Prime Day TV deals we can find. As someone who reviews TVs for a living, I've been getting texts and emails all week from friends and family members looking for TV-buying advice. And, with one exception, I ended up recommending the same TV to all of them: the brand-new TCL QM7K. When this TV debuted, the 65-inch version was priced at $1,499. Right now, you can land the 65-inch TCL QM7K for just $797 at Amazon. It's the lowest price this TV has ever been. This Mini-LED TV has been my go-to recommendation this week for friends and family shopping on a budget. Not only are you getting a fantastic and versatile 65-inch TV, you're securing it at its lowest price ever. And, if 65 inches is too big for your living room, consider 55-inch version of the QM7K for $598. If you're not familiar with TCL's bright, gaming-friendly mid-range TV, let me explain why it's got such wide appeal. Entry-level TVs usually leverage standard-sized LED backlights. The TCL QM7K, however, uses Mini-LEDs. As the name implies, these are smaller-sized LEDs that typically offer better backlight control. You'll appreciate the QM7K's backlight control during cinematic content, as the TV's Mini-LEDs vastly improve contrast. Additionally, TVs like the QM7K get much, much brighter than garden-variety LED TVs. According to the tests we carried out for our TCL QM7K review, this TV is capable of pumping out over 1,700 nits of HDR highlight brightness. (For context, the entry-level TCL QM6K tops out at around 700 nits.) TVs like the QM7K get much, much brighter than garden-variety LED TVs. Gamers will squeeze a ton of value out of the QM7K, too, due to its array of gaming features. It's equipped with a pair of HDMI 2.1 ports that support 4K gaming up to 144Hz. This means the QM7K can take full advantage of the Xbox Series X and PS5 Pro. These HDMI 2.1-compatible ports are separate from the QM7K's dedicated eARC port, so you're free to connect two consoles and one of the best soundbars for your budget. This flexibility can be hard to find in this price range, but the QM7K has you covered. Also included are Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro (for ultra-smooth gameplay), plus TCL's Game Accelerator 240 feature, which allows for even higher framerates at a sub-4K resolution. The QM7K is a Jack-of-all-trades TV,. Its bright, Mini-LED display allows for a cinematic picture and it's a fantastic fit for gamers. Critically, its discounted price tag is one that most folks in the market for a new TV can afford. This week, I've already recommended it to five people I know personally. I can guarantee that I'll do so again by the end of Prime Day.
Tom's Guide
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
7 new to Max movies to stream in July with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
There are a lot of great movies to check out from the list of everything new to HBO Max in July 2025. HBO Max is the best streaming service out there, in no small part due to the great movies it adds to the streaming service every month, and this month is no different. To help you figure out exactly what you need to watch, I've combed through the list and found seven movies that meet the high bar of a 90% or higher "fresh" rating from critics on the review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes. Granted, not every movie with a high rating is guaranteed to be a hit, but it is a useful metric to see which films are beloved by critics and audiences alike. This month's batch includes a pair of new, must-see movies — including "Sinners" — as well as some older films, including Cate Blanchett's incredible performance in "Carol." Here are the seven new to Max movies with a 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes that you need to watch right now. But first, check out one of the best TV deals we've found so far this Prime Day in case your home theater needs an upgrade. I really like the QM6K. Its quantum dot-enhanced Mini-LED panel produces an incredible picture quality that isn't quite on par with OLED, but it's close. It gets even better when you turn on picture settings like Filmmaker mode or Dolby Vision IQ HDR. Trust me — I wrote our TCL QM6K Mini-LED TV review and it's still my go-to TV for watching movies or shows. "Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan as identical twins Elijah ("Smoke") and Elias ("Stack") Moore. These two have come back to their home of Clarksdale, Mississippi, after years away fighting in World War I and then joining Al Capone's Chicago Outfit. They've come back to start a juke joint for the local Black community, and to get the job done, they've enlisted some help. They've also recruited their cousin Sammie (Miles Caton), a blues performer who goes by the name of "Preacher Boy," to perform at the juke joint's opening night. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Sammie's music is transcendent, inspiring an incredible scene from director Ryan Coogler. But his musical talent catches the ear of a local vampire (Jack O'Connell), and things take a turn when he arrives at the venue looking to join the fun. Rotten Tomatoes score: 97%Watch it now on Max "On Becoming a Guinea Fowl" stars Susan Chardy as Shula, a young Zambian woman. It's billed as a black comedy, but it delves into dark themes such as sexual assault, so don't expect a laugh riot. The movie starts with Shula driving on an empty road one night. While driving, she discovers the body of her uncle Fred (Roy Chisa) lying in the middle of the road. As Shula and her cousins come together for the funeral, it becomes clear that some are grieving more than others. As the grieving process moves along, long-buried secrets come back out into the open. Rotten Tomatoes score: 100%Watch it now on Max "Get Out" stars Daniel Kaluuya as Chris Washington, a young Black photographer living in New York. When he and his white girlfriend, Rose (Allison Williams), go upstate to visit her parents (Bradley Whitford and Catherine Keener), Chris expects some potentially awkward conversations. He's not disappointed on that front, but things truly take a turn into the weird when Rose's mother, Missy, tricks Chris into a hypnosis therapy session. From then on, this turns into a full-blown horror movie, and easily one of the best movies of the past decade. Rotten Tomatoes score: 98%Watch it now on Max "Carol" stars Rooney Mara as Therese Belivet, an aspiring photographer in Manhattan. One day, while working at Frankenberg's department, she meets Carol (Cate Blanchett), and Therese is immediately drawn to her. When she realizes Carol has accidentally left her gloves at the store, she even takes the initiative to mail them back to her. Carol sees this initiative and invites Therese to lunch and later to her home, beginning a burgeoning romance. But to say their love is complicated is an understatement. Therese has a boyfriend, Dannie (John Magaro), and Carol is going through a nasty divorce with her husband, Harge (Kyle Chandler), who is trying to obtain proof of her homosexuality to gain sole custody of their daughter. Rotten Tomatoes score: 94%Watch it now on Max "Woman at War" stars Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir as Halla, a choir conductor who engages in eco-activism in her spare time. By eco-activism, I mean using sabotage to disrupt the operation of an aluminum plant in the Icelandic highlands. That life of rebellion becomes complicated, though, when a long-forgotten adoption application for a Ukrainian child becomes approved. Now Halla has to balance avoiding the government and police investigating her crimes while also getting her adoption of this child approved. Rotten Tomatoes score: 97%Watch it now on Max While you might not have heard of this movie, you've undoubtedly heard of Toni Morrison. The acclaimed novelist won a Pulitzer Prize for her novel "Beloved," and eventually became the first Black woman Nobel Prize in Literature. But that's only the tip of the iceberg of the interesting life that she led, starting with her upbringing in a Rust Belt town, to then, eventually, becoming one of the preeminent authors of her time. "Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am" examines this incredible life, and by all accounts is a nearly as incredible documentary. Don't miss it now that it's on Max. Rotten Tomatoes score: 97%Watch it now on Max Spun off from the "Wallace and Gromit" film series, "Shaun the Sheep Movie" stars Justin Fletcher as the voice of Shaun, a mischievous sheep we first met in the 1995 movie "A Close Shave." In this animated adventure, Shaun and his woollen friends spend most of their days tricking the farmer of their flock (John Sparkes) into counting sheep and falling asleep. One day, this plan goes wrong, as the farmer falls asleep in a caravan that goes rogue and makes its way into the city. Upon waking, he has forgotten who he is, but not his sheep shearing skills, and becomes a hair stylist known as Mr. X. Back at the farm, though, the flock and Shaun realize they need the farmer. So they head into to city to find him ... and chaos ensues. Rotten Tomatoes score: 99%Watch it now on Max Malcolm has been with Tom's Guide since 2022, and has been covering the latest in streaming shows and movies since 2023. 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Mint
03-07-2025
- Mint
Smart TVs for Gaming in 2025: OLED vs QLED vs Mini-LED
Gaming on a smart TV in 2025 isn't just about plugging in your console and hitting play. Picture quality now plays a defining role in how immersive, responsive, and competitive your experience feels, especially with next-gen titles pushing the limits of hardware. If you're serious about upgrading your setup, here's what you need to know beyond just screen size and resolution. OLED, QLED, Mini-LED, and MicroLED dominate the 2025 gaming TV space. OLED offers deep blacks and near-instant response times. Great for dark, atmospheric games. offers deep blacks and near-instant response times. Great for dark, atmospheric games. QLED delivers punchy colours and higher brightness, often at lower prices. delivers punchy colours and higher brightness, often at lower prices. Mini-LED bridges the gap, combining contrast and clarity with better peak brightness. bridges the gap, combining contrast and clarity with better peak brightness. MicroLED, still niche, brings the best of both but at a premium. Add to that AI upscaling (like Samsung's Vision AI or LG's AI Picture Pro) and frame interpolation, and even older titles or 1080p streams look sharper and smoother. Esports and FPS games demand high refresh rates (120Hz or more), ultra-low input lag, and clear motion. OLEDs with 144Hz panels and native low latency modes dominate here. Just steer clear of TVs with aggressive motion smoothing, as it adds lag. Open-world RPGs like Starfield or Elden Ring shine on OLED and high-end Mini-LED TVs, where deep blacks, nuanced colours, and HDR depth elevate the whole experience. AI upscaling helps too, enhancing fine world textures. Casual and indie games don't need bleeding-edge specs. A mid-range QLED or LED with decent HDR and a 60–120Hz refresh rate works fine. These TVs, especially with good AI upscalers, give life to stylized or 2D games without overspending. For all types, strong HDR performance boosts story-driven titles by adding depth and realism to cutscenes and in-game environments. Yes, if you pick right. Look for: Input lag under 10ms HDMI 2.1 ports for 4K at 120Hz VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) for smoother performance Some newer smart TVs also offer cloud gaming integrations, like Samsung's Gaming Hub or Google TV's support for Nvidia GeForce Now and Xbox Cloud Gaming. But older or budget models often miss these features, leading to stutters and inconsistent frame pacing. OLED or Mini-LED for visual clarity and HDR depth HDMI 2.1 for current and next-gen console compatibility AI picture engines for enhanced upscaling Dedicated gaming modes with VRR and ALLM Avoid these: TVs with motion interpolation turned on by default because it kills input responsiveness Old LED panels with weak local dimming and slow response times Budget TVs hyped with "gaming-ready" labels but lacking HDMI 2.1 or decent refresh rates Pick based on your platform, a cloud gaming user has different needs than a PS5 player. Match screen size to your space and check brightness levels if you game in well-lit rooms. Prioritize local warranty and service, especially for high-end OLEDs. Don't fall for branding, as sometimes a ₹ 60K QLED outperforms a ₹ 90K budget OLED for the kind of gaming you do.
