Month: August 2014

The Panasonic AS530 offers some competition among the mid-range LCD HDTV manufacturers. The sleek HDTV and its trusty wand TV remote offer a wide range of features not normally seen in larger TV models retailing at under $1,000. Panasonic took great care making this TV functional and extremely pleasing to the eye.

The AS530 comes with a razor-thin bezel with a shiny black finish and a skeletal pedestal stand. It comes with many of the expected features, but fails to include 3D. However, this new development tends to be the current trend, with many TV manufacturers phasing out 3D technology in 2014 and 2015. The remote control is a long black wand that offers many buttons. Luckily, the buttons all have a convenient placement, and it even contains a shortcut for Netflix. It also features a Swipe and Share ability, but you need an app for that.

Pros:

• Excellent pricing
• Attractive design
• Great off-angle viewing and screen uniformity
• Colors saturated well
• Decent remote
• Smart TV
• Built-in Wi-Fi

Cons:

• Colors are slightly off
• Smart TV system is hard to navigate
• No 3D
• No gaming mode
• Only 2 HDMI ports
• Lackluster sound
• No Spotify app

For under $1,000, this TV is well worth the purchase if you are not a heavy gamer. Gamers and 3D fans should be aware that this TV is not friendly to either. It does not offer 3D technology, and it lacks a gaming setting. Also, fewer inputs means that you are limited in the amount of peripherals you plug into it.

For more information on TVs and remote controls, contact us at Replacement Remotes.

With so many TVs on the market today, it is hard to determine which one is right for you. Do you need the smaller TV with the affordable price? Or do you need the one with the amazing TV remote to make your life easier? What about high definition? And what about 4K technology? The best thing you can do is learn about different TVs and their technology. Then, you can make an informed decision about which one is right for you.

4K technology is being talked about everywhere — but what is it? Understanding 4K technology when it comes to your next TV can help you determine if this is the technology you need. 4K is a term used to reference ultra-high definition televisions. These TVs have about four times the detail of a full HD television. In simpler terms, 4K televisions have absolutely amazing picture quality.

With 4K technology, you can expect the picture to be almost like looking at a photograph. The detail is immaculate, the picture is smooth, and the texture of the images is amazing. Basically, the images you see will be almost as beautiful as in real life. With a 4K TV, you can also sit closer to the screen and not worry about seeing the pixels — the technology really is that good.

4K TVs started out to be very expensive, but prices have come down since their release. You can get a decent 4K TV today for less than a grand. Just take your time, shop around, and choose the one that fits your needs and budget. If you ever need to replace your 4K TV’s remote, contact us at Replacement Remotes.

To compete with the fast-paced HDTV industry, Panasonic created the Life+ Screen line of TVs, which boast impressive features and the ability to use them without the TV remote. The TV comes in 50 to 85-inch screens, catering to those with deeper pockets and a wish for a large television. The screen is backlit LED with a 4K display. The 4K resolution is said to look as good, if not better, than the resolution on the well-known retired plasma TVs.

Included with the Life+ Screen TVs is a remote control that has a built-in microphone for the voice recognition service. It is small, and looks similar to a cell phone, and it has a few radio buttons for different available services. In addition, the TV uses facial recognition. With this service, it can keep profiles for each TV user.

Pros:

• Easy to use interface and ability to search for content across all apps
• Profiles for each user
• Uses the cloud to save apps and information
• Shares content
• Good color saturation and image quality
• Budget price for the features
• 120 Hz and 4K resolution
• Swipe and share content
• Many apps

Cons:

• Too few HDMI ports
• TV is clunky
• No gaming mode
• Bad sound quality

The bottom line is that this is a great budget 4K HDTV. It is not made for gaming, or anyone who plans to use the apps heavily. The Smart TV features work as well as any other TV; however, the price point puts this way below the competition. Therefore, expect some less-advanced features.

Contact Replacement Remotes for more information on the new 4K TVS and their remotes.

Both Hisense and TCL collaborated with Roku to create a TV with all of the Roku services built in and a simplified TV remote. The two new lines of HDTVs range in size from 32-inch to 55-inch models. The TCL models are available for purchase, while the new Hisense models will debut in September 2014. These new televisions offer the same entertainment available to the Roku box, but without the box.

The Roku TV offers more than 1,500 possible channels that give you the ability to watch movies and shows. You also have access to many different apps, such as Vevo, HBO Go, and Pandora. The largest models also offer excellent specifications, which mean your HD shows will look hi-def. The search function works very well, allowing you to search across all the apps and channels. The remote control that comes with the Roku TV is simple, with few radio buttons. However, you can also control it with a tablet or smartphone.

Pros:

• Access to 1,500 channels
• Access to all of your favorite TV and movie apps
• Stream content from your smart phone
• 1080p resolution from 40-inch and up models
• 120 Hz refresh rate
• Wireless and 3 HDMI inputs
• Surprisingly low cost for the 55-inch model

Cons:

• The picture quality was so-so, rating 6/10 from CNET
• No local dimming

The bottom line is that if you prefer to have your streaming services integrated into your TV, going with the Roku TV is a great option. However, if you prefer picture quality to the apps available, buying a Roku TV might not be the best option.

For more information on excellent TVs and their remotes, contact Replacement Remotes.

If you have children, then you may find yourself growing weary of sharing your primary TV. Adults don’t really want to watch children’s shows all of the time, which could lead to the need for a small, child’s TV and TV remote. When your child has his/her own TV, you are free to watch whatever you want without causing any temper tantrums. The Vizio E241I-B1 is a great choice for a child’s room. Let’s look at some of its features.

This TV has a slim profile, which means it will fit nicely in your child’s room, even if it is on the small side. The slim style helps the TV to stay out of the way and blend with the rest of the décor, rather than sticking out like a sore thumb. It also features LED edge-lighting, which means that picture has better contrast. It has an HDMI and a USB port.

The best feature of this quality TV is the fact that it is a SmartTV. Your child can enjoy streaming from all of the major providers, such as Netflix. The Vizio E241I-B1 can even be used as a backup computer monitor in a pinch. You can buy the Vizio E241I-B1 for less than $200 — a small price to pay to regain control of your remote again!

Contact us at Replacement Remotes when you purchase your Vizio TV, and we can provide you with a backup remote for those “just in case” situations — just in case your child accidentally breaks it.