WE WANT OUR SmartTV
With the seeming isolation of families and the popularity of streaming, not to mention webinars for work and gaming apps for entertainment, the SmartTV is on the rise as the new normal home essential
If there’s one thing that the quarantine has brought, it’s probably that families caught in lockdown together have also spent enough bonding time to get to know each other again. Thanks to Netflix bingeing, co-watching is the thing again in households while everyone tries to keep entertained and safe from COVID-19.
Of course, food remains an essential as the long period of seeming inaccessibility has shown — when groceries were on limited store hours opening and supplies were still not enough for everyone. But even as Metro Manila is now under the more relaxed general community quarantine (GCQ), people are still being asked to stay home if they can. Thus, the SmartTV is now the new normal essential, not just for watching films and TV series but to watch the news, attend webinars or personal Zoom events (reunions even weddings!), check one’s social media accounts — all for coping with the daily challenges of the new normal. Think of the way you used your cute mobile phone — but this time, on a bigger screen and with more vivid images for one’s full digital enjoyment. (Think of Hyun Bin’s full-sized face giving you a shy smile!) With the reopening of appliance stores, we checked out some SmartTV brands to consider in your home:
LG 55” UM7300PPA TV
The LG 55” UM7300PPA TV features a 55-inch LED screen with a 3840x2160P display resolution. It also supports 4K Active High Dynamic Range (HDR) picture quality for a more enhanced watching experience with its True Color Accuracy. Users can also enjoy the Dolby Digital Plus DTS Virtual:X three-dimentional surround sound for a flawless, multi-dimention audio.
It’s sleek and modern design makes for an aethetically pleasing viewing experience. And with the LG ThinQ AI feature, it enhances your accessibility through voice recognition and can also be connected to smart devices.
The smart TV comes in five sizes but the 55” can be purchased online at smappliance. com for P29,990.
Samsung 49” Curved TV 49K6300
Curved televisions are known for its next-level watching experience. That is why the Samsung SAMSUNG 49” CURVED TV 49K6300 aptly defines sophistication and elegance amongst households and establishments.
The 49-inch, 1920x1080 display resolution carries the 4K UHD feature which everyone loves because of how crisp and high quality scenes come to view. And with the good quality picture comes the excellent sound as well with the 2CH (Down Firing + Bass Reflex) speakers. Score this superb watching experience at
robinsonsappliances.com.ph for P42,999.
Sony Smart KDL 50w667G
This Sony smart TV comes with 50-inch, full HDR screen classification and a 1920x1080 display resolution similar to the Samsung TV.
It also delivers vibrant colors because of its Live Color™ Technology and clear audio performance because it is supported by Dolby™ Audio.
Sony Smart KDL 50w667G is available at abenson.com for P24,999.
Skyworth 55UB5500 55 Premium 4K Smart TV
The Skyworth 55UB5500 55 Premium 4K Smart TV has a 55-inch direct LED display with a 3840x2160 UHD display resolution that makes watching movies and series feel high quality. An Infinity Screen Design makes for its borderless structure.
Because it’s a smart TV, it supports wifi connectivity and even has a one-button Netflix access on the remote control as well as a mirrorless access on the display for those who want to project their laptop or phone screens onto the TV.
Check it out on ansons.ph where it is priced at P22,990.
Sharp Aquos 2TC45AE1X
Dubbed as the perfect TV for millennials by Stuff.tv, the Sharp Aquos 2TC45AE1X carries various streaming applications like YouTube and Netflix with a one-button access for YouTube.
The smart TV also supports Google search and a simple user interface with the Easy Smart Platform feature.
Sharp Aquos 2TC45AE1X is available on
ansons.ph for P19,950.
FRANCINE M. MARQUEZ AND RAYE SANCHEZ