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Members' Lounge => Help Centre => Topic started by: SteveH on September 19, 2014, 11:55:16 am
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I need a new T.V. ...and I am very confused, had a look in Currys, plenty to choose from, some good prices etc. but they are changing by the day.
Smart T.V. ? 3D ? curved ? I am lost, just need a T.V. but don't want to be left behind....would like some advice from the experts, keep it simple please
Signed Technophobe ??? :roll: $thanx$
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I bought a new tv a few months back. I would certainly go for a Smart TV so you can access all the catch up services like Iplayer and 4OD. I have 3D but have never really used it.
As for brand, I recommend Samsung. Think this was the tv I got, very pleased indeed with it.
http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/tv-dvd-blu-ray/televisions/large-screen-tvs-32-and-over/samsung-ue48h6400-smart-3d-48-led-tv-22074703-pdt.html (http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/tv-dvd-blu-ray/televisions/large-screen-tvs-32-and-over/samsung-ue48h6400-smart-3d-48-led-tv-22074703-pdt.html)
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But.... If you have SKY you will already have access to all the catch up services anyway.
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True, but Smart tvs offer a whole load of other stuff. There are loads of Apps like BBC news, weather, youtube. You can wirelessly connect to your computer and stream movies through your tv, as well.
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Thanks Dave, That looks about what we want, with the added benefit of.......Dave how do I........... $thanx$
Hi B2R, We don't have Sky, at the moment, not sure if we will, still traveling a lot. $thanx$
Question just came up, if I am on the TV, and OH on the computer, will it affect her?
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True, but Smart tvs offer a whole load of other stuff. There are loads of Apps like BBC news, weather, youtube. You can wirelessly connect to your computer and stream movies through your tv, as well.
4K OLED is the new standard in televisions.
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Gibbons in Conway Road, Colwyn Bay (by Lidl) have a sale on at present. This is about the only non-chain TV/Radio/Video shop in the area. I have always found them very helpful, reasonable and they will call out or talk you through any problems - more of a personal service than the chains if that is helpful.
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Question just came up, if I am on the TV, and OH on the computer, will it affect her?
It depends upon how good your Internet connection is, but if your OH is just browsing (as opposed to downloading etc), then there shouldn't be a problem.
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We bought a new tv around 18 months ago on from Currys, it is a Samsung 40" smart 3D set, wonderful picture, the 3D works very well, the sound is great too, although we added a Samsung sound bar which sounds great! We are not on Sky but have a Humax Freesat pvr. Good luck in whatever you get, by the way I can't really see the point of the curved tv's?
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Thank you ALL,
SDQ The 4k oled sounds good, but expensive, Two people watching different programs, at the same time, ??
Cambrian...Will check out Gibbons TA.
ME, $thanx$
Dave OH likes the Farm game, is that constantly downloading?
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SDQ The 4k oled sounds good, but expensive
Also pretty pointless at the moment, as there's very little being made in 4K, and nothing being transmitted in it.
Two people watching different programs, at the same time
With a PVR (personal Video recorder) you can usually watch one programme whilst downloading another to watch later.
Samsung are currently best TV makers, followed by Sony. In terms of 'smart' TVs, plenty to choose from and also several add-opn boxes that produce the same effects.
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Thank you Ian, Taking it all in, it's all helping $thanx$
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With my PVR I can record two programmes at a time when needed whilst watching a third recording! Very handy for ITV programmes as if you delay the start you can fast forward through the adverts! D)
It is a Which best buy as is the TV set itself! Also before buying a set check the reviews for sound quality as it can vary from one model to another even with the same manufacturer! Probably worth taking out a Which subscription before purchasing, very useful with so many products!
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Good advice ME..... $thanx$
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SDQ The 4k oled sounds good, but expensive
Also pretty pointless at the moment, as there's very little being made in 4K, and nothing being transmitted in it.
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He stated he didn't want to be left behind. Bearing in mind the lifespan of a television it would make perfect sense to purchase the highest spec he can afford even if it meant being an early adopter of 4K as it is only a matter of time before the channels will start appearing. Netflix are already streaming 4K and 4K BluRay is just around the corner.
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Blu Ray is already being phased out, and it seems that Netflix is the only 4K (albeit limited) provider. I suspect the main stream channels will be waiting a while before they take the plunge, having had their fingers burnt badly with 3D, so it'[s not really a case of not being left behind as of throwing good money at something for which there'll be little content for several years.
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SDQ/Ian, I think the expense of the 4k, would be hard for me to justify, also I really am a technophobe, and like to keep it "simples"......But will be taking everything into consideration.
Again my thanks... $thanx$
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Hi, I'm back, Mrs S birthday next month, mentioned she would like an ipod, HELP please, she is not the technophobe I am, but it would be our first, we are on Microsoft, and it's for music, but some of them, I believe, do more.
Whats the best way to go please....
Looking on Google, at docking stations and speakers..will need the complete kit.
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The chap at Argos is very knowledgeable, you will get a great deal, and it will help the value of my shares!
D) D)
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Hi, I'm back, Mrs S birthday next month, mentioned she would like an ipod, HELP please, she is not the technophobe I am, but it would be our first, we are on Microsoft, and it's for music, but some of them, I believe, do more.
Whats the best way to go please....
Looking on Google, at docking stations and speakers..will need the complete kit.
Following the discontinuation of the Classic there are now just the three types of iPod.
The iPod shuffle is the entry level model at 2GB costing £40.
The iPod nano is larger in size with a colour screen and 16GB costing £129.
The iPod touch is larger again and is basically an iPhone without the phone, meaning it also has a 4" Retina touchscreen, 5mp iSight camera and can load apps. and games etc... It comes in three versions, 16GB - £159, 32GB - £199 or 64GB - £249.
They all come in a variety of colours.
The nano and touch both support Bluetooth so you have the option of wireless speakers if you so choose. Some docking stations have speakers built in if you prefer to go that way. There are a lot of accessories on the market and any reputable electrical store should be able to help/ advise you. You can also recharge them via your computer which can also be used to buy and store the content via iTunes
Only you can decide which model to go for but if you're looking for the model that does the most it is obviously the iPod touch.
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Thank you Yorkie/SDQ..
Very helpful, nice concise info, will hit the shops on Monday.... $thanx$ $thanx$
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The classic - with its much larger capacity - is still available from various (http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/5190207.htm?cmpid=GG05X&_$ja=cgid:1907833005|tsid:13536|cid:62462805|lid:6287071686|nw:g|crid:48325725885|rnd:15610718346609360818|dvc:c|adp:1t1) stores. I'd get one quick, if I were you, as they won't be around for long, I suspect.
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The classic - with its much larger capacity - is still available from various (http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/5190207.htm?cmpid=GG05X&_$ja=cgid:1907833005|tsid:13536|cid:62462805|lid:6287071686|nw:g|crid:48325725885|rnd:15610718346609360818|dvc:c|adp:1t1) stores. I'd get one quick, if I were you, as they won't be around for long, I suspect.
Hi Ian, That's confused me, I realise a lot of memory, but we were thinking of a touch 64GB with bigger screen, that we could use on a plane, can you expand on your advice please.
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We have 3 classics - each with 160GB of memory, and we use them on a daily basis - in the car, around the house and so on. Ap=ple's just discontinued these, and the price has shot up on the open market from £200 to over £300.
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Thanks for that, Ian, back to the drawing board.. $thanx$