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Tom's Guide
a day ago
- Tom's Guide
The Hisense U8QG test results reveal mind-blowing brightness — but there's one glaring issue with this TV
Hisense has upped the ante with its 2025 TV lineup, and at the top of the range is the Hisense U8QG Mini-LED TV that offers a peak brightness of nearly 4,000 nits. With a starting price of $1,499 (now at just $998 in the heat of the sales season), this new premium Mini-LED TV has a lot going for it. After our initial testing, it's clear this could be one of the best gaming TVs and it's got some serious brightness to boot. But while it might topple many of its rivals in the OLED realm with its brighter Mini-LED backlight, that's not the full story with this TV. Let's take a peak under the hood and see just how far the Hisense U8QG goes when it's put to task. If Hisense TVs are known for anything, it's budget pricing and incredibly high brightness metrics. These are some of the best TVs for those looking to save a few bucks and get expert features with incredible picture performance. The same is true for the new U8QG, which takes over for last year's Hisense U8N. We gave that TV a near-perfect score due in large part to its affordable pricing with tons of specs and, as Managing Editor of TVs Nick Pino put it, "Bonkers brightness." This shows in its 1,258 nits in standard content and blown to even higher extremes in HDR at 3,296 nits. That's some incredible firepower that's only improved upon in the U8QG, which tops out at 2,908 nits in standard and 3,916 nits in HDR. On paper, those are incredible numbers. You're getting ample HDR coverage and more vibrant colors. These are aided by the higher color coverage numbers on the Hisense U8QG, hitting 83.98% and 97.53% of the Rec2020 and UHDA-P3 color gamuts, respectively. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. It blows most OLED TVs out of the water and even topples many of TCL's offerings. But brightness isn't the full story. In practice, the U8QG has some more debilitating factors to contend with: Although it might have great brightness metrics, it still lags behind many alternatives when it comes to glare mitigation. Despite high brightness specs, the U8QG still doesn't compare to some of the best OLED TVs. That's because it skimps on some of the key additions those TVs have, namely an anti-glare coating as seen on the Samsung S95F OLED TV. Of course, it's hard to compare a more budget Mini-LED offering against one of Samsung's most premium OLED TVs, but it's clear that even some of the highest brightness metrics we've seen in testing doesn't equate to superior picture performance. The U8QG's minimal glare mitigation creates issues in darker scenes when watching at night ... and it didn't fare that much better in the daytime when the room was filled with ambient light. The U8QG's minimal glare mitigation creates issues in darker scenes when watching at night. Dimmer overhead lights can still detract from the experience, requiring you to shut off all the lights to get the most out of your TV. And it didn't fare that much better in the daytime when the room was filled with ambient light. There's also the problem of poor off-axis viewing. This is true for many of the best budget TVs with Mini-LED backlighting, and the U8QG similarly falls prey to this setback. While this might only pertain to those sitting far off to the side of the TV, it's rather unfortunate given the stellar lab results we saw. Keep in mind, too, that higher brightness can lead to other issues like a hotter TV panel. The hotter a TV gets, the more likely other factors could persist, like artifacting, discoloration, flickering and — worse among them — a severe malfunction. Over time, brighter TVs can even lead to higher energy bills. While we don't yet know how far the problems persist on the U8QG, there is cause for concern — even in the face of notable wins in terms of its performance metrics. All told, the U8QG still could be one of the better Mini-LED TVs to launch this year. Another particular highlight is one serous internal speaker, which boasts a 4.1.2-channel system on a 72W output (specifically on the 65-inch model). That means you won't have to shell out for one of the best soundbars, and Dolby Atmos makes it even more immersive. This TV also has a 165Hz refresh rate with an input latency of just 9.7ms. That's a boon for gamers. Trust me, Armored Core 6 over 100fps never looked so good. I'll have a more complete opinion on the TV when my Hisense U8QG review goes live later this week, but for now, I'll simply say that this is a premium TV with great specs and an even better price that might require the use of curtains to get the best picture quality.
GSM Arena
a day ago
- Business
- GSM Arena
iPhone 17 Air's weight rumored along with silicon-carbon battery, interesting frame material
The iPhone 17 Air is coming this September to replace the iPhone 16 Plus, and today a new report gives us some more details about its weight. This is said to be 146g, although past reports have also claimed 145g and 150g. So it's probably safe to assume it will weigh between 145g and 150g. That means it will be lighter than Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge. Part of this is due to the fact that Apple won't be using a titanium frame like Samsung, instead going with the lighter 7000 series aluminum. This makes the frame weigh 25-30g. The OLED display comes in at 35g, the single 48 MP rear camera at 5-7g, the A19 chip and logic board weigh roughly 10-12g combined, the MagSafe module and "other electronic components" go to 10-12g as well, then there's the 15g glass back, and the 35g battery. iPhone 17 Air (bottom) compared to iPhone 16 Plus (top) Speaking of which, this rumor now claims Apple will use Si/C tech to pack more punch into the iPhone 17 Air's battery. The exact capacity isn't known, however every leaker seems to expect it to be under 3,000 mAh (2,800-2,900 mAh most likely). Apple has already been rumored to offer a battery case for the handset, which will of course negate its entire selling point of extreme thinness. The device is once again said to be 5.5 mm thin, beating its main competitor, the Galaxy S25 Edge, in another area. The iPhone 17 Air will allegedly have a 24 MP selfie camera, 8GB of RAM, an OLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate, Always-On support, the Dynamic Island, Face ID, wireless charging, and global eSIM support. Source
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Malay Mail
Samsung Electronics Introduces Its Most Advanced TVs and Soundbars Yet, Powered by Vision AI
Samsung puts customers' lifestyles and viewing experience front and centre with its 2025 TV lineup, including Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, OLED, and Lifestyle TVs. Samsung Neo QLED 8K QN990F is Samsung's most advanced TV to date. Samsung Neo QLED 4K QN90F continues to offer stellar viewing experience enhanced by AI and Glare-Free technology. Samsung OLED S95F delivers impressive colour contrast and accuracy with our brightest-ever OLED screen. The Frame Pro delivers even brighter and sharper visuals with Neo QLED technology. SmartThings Energy offers insights into energy consumption patterns, promoting efficient energy use throughout the home. offers insights into energy consumption patterns, promoting efficient energy use throughout the home. Family Care 5 enhances comfort by automatically adjusting room settings, like dimming the lights when a child falls asleep, while providing real-time updates and recorded events through TVs. enhances comfort by automatically adjusting room settings, like dimming the lights when a child falls asleep, while providing real-time updates and recorded events through TVs. With Pet Care 6 , potentially use your TV as a pet-sitting assistant when you are outside. Your TV can detect noises like barking through its microphone, and then automatically turn on your pet's favourite content. , potentially use your TV as a pet-sitting assistant when you are outside. Your TV can detect noises like barking through its microphone, and then automatically turn on your pet's favourite content. Home Insights4 provides notifications from your connected smart devices right on screen, including a 3D Map View that shows information and details of your entire smart home so that you can monitor and manage directly from the TV. Best paired with the Samsung 2025 TV line-up, the HW-Q990F and HW-QS700F offers audio optimisation to enhance the overall home entertainment experience. Free Galaxy Watch 7 (Bluetooth 40mm) worth S$448, when you purchase a TV that is 75" and above. Enjoy a trade-up value of up to S$1,000 when you trade in your old TV for the latest Vision AI TV 25 . . Enhance your space with a beautiful work of art. Get up to a 5-month free subscription to the Art Store 26 worth S$6.99 per month. worth S$6.99 per month. Get an additional S$150 e-voucher when you purchase our latest soundbars with any Samsung TV27. [1] Samsung Vision Al is only available on 2025 Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED, OLED, QLED and The Frame TV models. Samsung Vision Al features vary by TV model. (Excludes Crystal UHD, FHD and HD TV models). [2] Generative Wallpaper: The number of generation attempts allowed per day may be limited. The image depicted on the TV screen is AI-generated images created through the Generative Wallpaper function. This feature is not supported on OLED models. This feature is not supported in China. [3] Requires Galaxy Watch 4 and higher / Wear OS 5 and higher. [4] SmartThings: Available technology, functions and features may vary by country, service provider, network environment or product, and are subject to change without notice. Requires a Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or other wireless network connection and login to Samsung account. Connected devices are sold separately. UI is subject to change without prior notice. [5] Family Care: Real-time streaming on mobile is supported on Android OS 11.0 and higher versions or iOS 16.0 and higher versions, and is available on 2025 Samsung TVs and later models. It only works when the TV is turned off. Real-time streaming on TV is also supported. Camera is sold separately. [6] Pet Care: Real-time streaming on mobile devices is supported on Android OS 11.0 and higher versions or iOS 16.0 and higher versions, and is available on 2025 Samsung TVs and later models. It only works when the TV is turned off. TV must be connected to a power source to use this feature. TV and mobile device must be connected to SmartThings to send and receive notifications. Real-time streaming is not supported on TV. Camera is sold separately. [7] Samsung Account required for network-based smart services, including streaming apps and other smart features. Computer, mobile or other device may be necessary to create/log in to Samsung Account (free to download and create). Without Account log in, only external device connections (e.g., via HDMI) and terrestrial/over-the-air TV (only for TVs with tuners) available. One UI Tizen OS updates are available for up to 7 years from the product release year starting in 2023. Availability, features, contents, apps and services are subject to change without notice and may vary by product and model. OS updates does not cover hardware-related performance, features or durability. [8] Samsung Knox Security: Personal data includes directly input PIN-codes and passwords, and IoT device information shared through the SmartThings app. The latest software is required. [9] Samsung Knox Security: Samsung Knox Security applies to Samsung TVs powered by Tizen®, launched since 2015. Latest software update is required. [10] Fees apply to Art Store subscription service. Art pieces in the Art Store are subject to change without prior notice. [11] Available models may vary by country. [12] Utilises AI Based formulas to upscale to 8K resolution. Resulting picture may vary based on source content. [13] Utilises AI Based formulas to upscale to 8K resolution. Resulting picture may vary based on source content. [14] 4K 240Hz is only available with PC connected games that support such specifications (PC graphic card required). Performance may vary. [15] Utilises AI-based formulas. [16] Utilises AI-based formulas. [17] TV must be connected wirelessly for full TV functionality. Wireless connection may be affected by surrounding environment, may not connect when enclosed or blocked by metal (e.g., from inside a metal cabinet) or by other physical objects such as walls. TV and Wireless One Connect require separate power cord connections. [18] Utilises AI Based formulas to upscale to 4K resolution. Resulting picture may vary based on source content. [19] Compared to Neo Quantum HDR, 50″ & 43″ QN90 have Neo Quantum HDR. [20] 4K 165Hz is only available with PC connected games that support such specifications (PC graphic card required). Performance may vary. 115″ QN90 has Motion Xcelerator 144Hz. [21] Utilises AI-Based formulas to upscale to 4K resolution. Resulting picture may vary based on source content. [22] According to market research firm Omdia , Samsung achieved a 28.3% market share in the global TV market in 2024, maintaining the number one ranking it has held since 2006. [23] Purchase of different products entitles you to different gifts. [24] While stocks last. Terms & conditions apply. [25] Trade-up value dependent on 2025 TV model selected. While stocks last. Terms & conditions apply. [26] Free 5 months subscription to the Art Store is only applicable to the Frame Pro 75" or 85". [27] Promotion applies to HW-Q990F/HW-Q800F / HW-QS700F only. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 May 2025 -Samsung Electronics Singapore unveiled its highly anticipated 2025 lineup of AI-powered TVs and soundbars at the Unbox & Discover event. Redefining home entertainment, the new range introduces the groundbreaking. This transforms the way users interact with their screens, delivering deeply personalised and immersive experiences, and placing the TV at the heart of the connected smart 2025 lineup is headlined by the flagshipandTV series. These new offerings bring stunning visuals and immersive sound, and are the first to feature Samsung Vision AI with smarter, adaptive features that reimagine what Samsung TVs can do."At Samsung, we believe that the best innovations come from truly listening to our customers and understanding how they live their lives. We know that our consumers in Singapore value technology that feels more personal and intuitive. That is exactly what we set out to do with our 2025 lineup of AI-powered TVs," said Patrick Khor, Head of Department, TV & Audio, Samsung Singapore."Powered by our most advanced processors and Samsung Vision AI, our TVs have now become intelligent companions that adapt and learn your preferences, suggest content that matches your mood, while seamlessly connecting your smart home through SmartThings. Through technology, we are creating experiences that enrich the moments that matter most to families in Singapore."Samsung Vision AI represents the next step in Samsung's journey to deliver intelligent, intuitive, and seamless screen experiences, and will be integrated across the 2025 range of Neo QLED, QLED, OLED, and The Frame the ability to make your Samsung TVof its surroundings,to user preferences andin delivering intuitive features, Samsung Vision AI transforms the brand's 2025 AI TVs into smart companions that enhance entertainment, simplify interactions, and seamlessly integrate into connected the core of Samsung Vision AI are intelligent and personalised features which redefine how users interact with their screen and engage more deeply with their favourite screens into dynamic, personalised art canvases, allowing users to make images that perfectly match their taste or occasion. Own a Galaxy Watch?lets you control your TV through your smartwatch – with simple hand motions like rotating the watch bezel to scroll the screen or making a fist to return to a previous beyond personalisation, Samsung's 2025 AI TVs come equipped with atransforming the TV into a central hub for smarter living through integration with the SmartThings ecosystem, as well as new SmartThingsfeatures that simplify and enhance daily your favourite apps, services and the latest Samsung Vision AI features are available through– available now on all of Samsung's 2025 range of Neo QLED, QLED, OLED, and The Frame models. One UI Tizen introduces a fresh, clean interface that mirrors what you will find on many Galaxy smartphones, tablets, and watches. It also allows your household to create separate profiles and receive curated recommendations tailored to their preferences. Samsung is now offering; this extends the longevity of each device, keeping it up to date with the latest features, security enhancements, and performance improvements, so that users' investments in Samsung Vision AI-powered TVs are truly future is crucial for Singapore households today due to the increasing prevalence of cyber threats, and the need to protect sensitive personal information within households. Samsung TVs are protected by, a comprehensive security platform that safeguards user data and privacy, with high security standards maintained for the benefit of home users. It helps to shield families from malicious threats by protecting sensitive data like passwords, monitoring connected IoT devices, blocking phishing websites to protect against malicious sites, and enhancing personal information protection through Samsung Knox Vault. Samsung TVs also receive constant security updates, with a dedicated security team providing regular updates that help keep your TV safe, for at least 3 years from TV launch, ensuring your family's digital safety evolves with emerging continues to shape how people experience art at home by expanding access to the, a premium digital platform for fine art exclusively on Samsung Smart TVs. For the first time, the Samsung Art Store will be available on 2025 Samsung Neo QLED 8K, Neo QLED 4K, and QLED models, as well as on The Frame and MICRO LED series, making art from the world's leading artists, museums, and galleries more accessible that ever. The Samsung Art Store offers access to a vast catalogue of over 3,000 curated works from prestigious global partners, including MoMA and the estates of Magritte and Vision AI also delivers exceptional advancements in picture and sound quality, making every on-screen moment captivating. On-device AI picture and sound technologies analyse content and environmental factors in real time, dynamically adjusting visuals and audio for an optimised flagshipis Samsung's most advanced TV to date, powered by the NQ8 AI Gen3 Pro processor, leverages a suite of on-device AI features to enhance picture quality, sound clarity and overall viewing lower-resolution content up to stunning 8K quality, ensuring incredible detail and clarity in every blazing fast motion clarity for gaming and sports, whilesmooths the motion of fast-moving visuals and text, so you can always keep your eye on the ball. Dedicated top-channel speakers power Dolby Atmos sound, whileprovides dynamic, realistic audio that follows the movements on screen – like creepy footsteps in a horror movie or cars zooming around a QN990F also integrates our award-winning, offering stunning 8K visuals across dark and bright rooms. Plus, the all-newis a game changer for cable management, offering a wireless connection between the TV and the external box up to 30 feet away., allowing for cleaner installations and more flexible room Samsung 2025 Neo QLED 4K lineup is our most expansive yet, including four model seriesand, all featuring Quantum Matrix Mini LEDs for stellar brightness and accurate colour across every flagship QN90F features the upgraded, which offers improved picture and sound quality. The processor upscales older content into 4K resolution, whileanalyses each scene to boost brightness and make visuals appear even more realistic. The QN90F also comes with, offering greater flexibility for placement of the TV regardless of lighting conditions at ultra-smooth motion of action-packed OLED lineup is also refreshed with the, featuringthat eliminates glare and reflections from sunlight or ambient lighting, while delivering impressive colour contrast and accuracy OLEDs are known for. The S95F boasts ourand– delivering vibrant, full-screen brightness, deep blacks, and Pantone®-validated colours. Powered by the powerfulthat optimises contrast, brightness, depth and colour across every scene, the TV can also upscale lower resolution content into brilliant 4K visuals. For gamers,ensures smooth motion and blazing fast speeds from even the most demanding games. Together, these upgrades make the S95F our best OLED yet, offering a cinematic picture without is strengthening its commitment to seamlessly blending art and technology with the launch of, a new addition to the iconic Frame lineup. The Frame Pro enhances the art and entertainment experience with advanced Neo QLED picture quality that delivers brighter colours, sharper contrasts, and improved local dimming for deeper blacks. Powered by the, The Frame Pro offers improved picture quality across your favourite artwork and shows. It also comes with the innovative, allowing for more flexible installations that blend in seamlessly with your accompany the stunning 2025 AI TV lineup, Samsung has introduced a new range of soundbars that combine state-of-the-art hardware with intelligent AI-driven features, designed to elevate home entertainment with unparalleled the successor to the highly acclaimed HW-Q990D, thetakes home audio to new heights. It features newly engineered dual active subwoofers that deliver robust bass and ultra-low-frequency precision. Plus, a new cube design reduces the subwoofers to half the size of its predecessor, minimising resonance and blending flawlessly into modern interiors with a refined serrated advanced AI-driven sound optimization through features such aswhich enhances clarity in low-frequency ranges by utilizing non-linear bass management for balanced and distortion-free the user in 3D surround sound by detecting the position of wireless speakers like the Music Frame and automatically optimising audio effects based on its distance and angle. In this mode, the HW-Q990F uses the Samsung TV's Neural Processing Unit (NPU) to make dialogue clearer and to deliver more immersive, synchronised real-time content analysis that reduces background noise and emphasises dialogue for an enhanced viewing even more versatility in home audio with its sleek design and innovative gyro-sensor technology. Suitable for both wall-mounted and tabletop setups, this soundbar adapts to the user's space. Its built-in gyro-sensor can automatically detect whether it is positioned vertically or horizontally, fine-tuning the audio output to ensure optimal clarity and immersive sound in any matter which Samsung screen you choose, you can shop confidently from the #1 global TV brand for 19 years running Customers who pre-order a Samsung AI-powered TV can enjoy free giftsworth up to S$1,448, until 1 June 2025. Pre-order benefits include:To learn more about the pre-order promotion, please visit For more information about the 2025 TV and sound systems line-up, please visit Hashtag: #Samsung The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
WiseChip Highlights OLED and TFT Display Solutions at CommunicAsia 2025
Booth No. 3F3-12 | May 27–29, 2025 | Singapore EXPO MIAOLI, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WiseChip Semiconductor Inc., a pioneer in PMOLED display technology with nearly 20 years of experience, is drawing attention at CommunicAsia 2025 with its latest OLED and TFT display innovations at Booth 3F3-12. The showcased solutions target smart control, industrial computing, automotive electronics, and compact embedded devices, emphasizing high brightness, energy efficiency, and easy integration. Featured OLED technologies include: Mini Transparent OLED Modules: Sunlight-readable, ultra-thin displays with customizable icons for optical modules and HUDs. Touch OLED Modules (In-Cell / Out-Cell): Slim, low-power modules for wearables, medical, and IoT applications, supporting intuitive gesture control. High-Brightness, Low-Power OLEDs: Compact, self-emissive displays with wide temperature tolerance for embedded use. Also on display are partner-developed systems: Smart Cluster TFTs: 5"–10.3" LCDs with 1000-nit brightness, integrating driving data, DVR, and support for CarPlay/Android Auto. Dual-Camera DVR Systems: 1080P modules with rider safety features like BSD, RCW, and LCA. Industrial PCs: Intel® multi-core platforms with capacitive touch and IP65-rated panels for industrial environments. "WiseChip is evolving from display hardware to system integration and user-centric design," said a spokesperson. "Together with our partners, we turn innovation into real-world solutions." Live demos are available at Booth 3F3-12 through May info: | Contact: MKT@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE WiseChip Semiconductor Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
AU Financial Review
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- AU Financial Review
Bingo! Samsung's Neo QLED 8K TV gets our ticks of approval
There's a game we like to play here in the Digital Life Labs whenever we're faced with the dismal task of reviewing TVs that don't use our favourite TV technology, which is OLED. We call this game OLED Bingo, and its rules are pretty simple.
