LCD and Plasma Bargains and Discussions thread

I play a lot of FPS games on my PS3, the last thing I want is for laggy image refresh.

Although my current TV is a Sony KLV-40S400A with a 60Hz refresh rate, so even a 5 series should do better?

60Hz (FPS) is smooth as butter.

A 5 Series is the same refresh rate as your Sony (50/60Hz).

But it's not all to do with Hz, there are other factors too.

You'll be just fine.
 
Can anybody explain the lack of Sony TV's in the local market? I browsed a few local sites and I noticed that any of the Mass Stores aren't keeping any Sony TV's. Takealot has 2 models that seem like old stock but then even good old Hifi Corp doesn't have any Sony TV's. Is this a sign of Sony pulling out of the LED TV market?
 
Can anybody explain the lack of Sony TV's in the local market? I browsed a few local sites and I noticed that any of the Mass Stores aren't keeping any Sony TV's. Takealot has 2 models that seem like old stock but then even good old Hifi Corp doesn't have any Sony TV's. Is this a sign of Sony pulling out of the LED TV market?
sony distribution and sales or even after sales is very limited in SA even discontinued VAIO computer ranges..
 
this is far better deal, R10K off normal price: Samsung UA48HU8500T for R14,999

http://savehyperonline.co.za/televi...tion/samsung-ua48hu8500-48-inch-uhd-led-4k-tv


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So, FNB has a deal on the Samsung UA60H6400. Is this a good TV? Also, is it a good deal?
 
Can anybody explain the lack of Sony TV's in the local market? I browsed a few local sites and I noticed that any of the Mass Stores aren't keeping any Sony TV's. Takealot has 2 models that seem like old stock but then even good old Hifi Corp doesn't have any Sony TV's. Is this a sign of Sony pulling out of the LED TV market?

Think like Sony phones in this country, Sony will struggle because of their after sales service, as well as high prices for not very good hardware etc. We found that out with Panasonic and also Sharp, and that once other manufacturers became aggressive with pricing and features, they tended not to follow suit.

I like Panasonic though, the panasonic Viera was/is very good imo
 
So, FNB has a deal on the Samsung UA60H6400. Is this a good TV? Also, is it a good deal?

it's ok, but these are better deals *this weekend only*


The first Samsung Big Blue Weekend is taking place this weekend: http://www.samsung.com/za/BIGblueweekend/deal/index.html

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FNB cheque card holders will also be able to purchase the Samsung 40” H5303 Smart TV and the 55” H6203 Smart TV on credit online at a 0% interest repayment over 24 months. The recommended retail price for the 40” H5303 is R249 per month and the recommended retail price for the 55” H6203 is R499 per month. This deal is exclusive to FNB cheque card holders. The participants can visit https://fnb.co.za/promotions/SmartphoneTabletOffer/Smartphone-Tablet-Offer.html for more details.
 
Not to be funny or sarcastic, this is a serious question, but please explain why the 55" is a better deal (the other one is a 60" with Blu Ray player)?
The difference in price? Also, are the normal FNB deals not with 0% interest?
It's actually the 2nd deal in your post that prompted me to go and have a look at the FNB offers.
Any other factors in what makes your proposal a better deal, that I am missing?

it's ok, but these are better deals *this weekend only*


The first Samsung Big Blue Weekend is taking place this weekend: http://www.samsung.com/za/BIGblueweekend/deal/index.html

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Not to be funny or sarcastic, this is a serious question, but please explain why the 55" is a better deal (the other one is a 60" with Blu Ray player)?
The difference in price? Also, are the normal FNB deals not with 0% interest?
It's actually the 2nd deal in your post that prompted me to go and have a look at the FNB offers.
Any other factors in what makes your proposal a better deal, that I am missing?

The funny model numbers (xxx03) are usually diluted versions of the usual model numbers (xxx00). Very likely assembled in SA.
 
Ok, I have no idea if that's good or bad or what it implies and why? :confused:
When it comes to TV's, I have zero knowledge.
 
Ok, I have no idea if that's good or bad or what it implies and why? :confused:
When it comes to TV's, I have zero knowledge.

Not necessarily a bad thing. In the past, the diluted models have usually lacked features which the non-diluted ones have. Panel quality/internals might be lesser too.

Always best to start with a budget. What's yours?
 
Well, I can afford both, if I take them via the FNB deal, on monthly payment (0% interest means I'd consider this- I know a lot of people won't consider buying on credit)
 
FNB cheque card holders will also be able to purchase the Samsung 40” H5303 Smart TV and the 55” H6203 Smart TV on credit online at a 0% interest repayment over 24 months. The recommended retail price for the 40” H5303 is R249 per month and the recommended retail price for the 55” H6203 is R499 per month. This deal is exclusive to FNB cheque card holders. The participants can visit https://fnb.co.za/promotions/Smartph...let-Offer.html for more details.

Looks like nice deals, but stupid question here. I can't find these deals on FNB, so can someone perhaps guide me on where I can find it.

I am looking at the 55" for R499pm
 
Well, I can afford both, if I take them via the FNB deal, on monthly payment (0% interest means I'd consider this- I know a lot of people won't consider buying on credit)

:D

Do you, or does anyone know the model numbers for the FNB deals?
 
H5303 40"
H6203 55" (these two don't show up on the website but we have a flyer in the mail that says they have it on 24 months)
UA60H6400 60" (on the fnb site + blu-ray player)
 
H5303 40"
H6203 55" (these two don't show up on the website but we have a flyer in the mail that says they have it on 24 months)
UA60H6400 60" (on the fnb site + blu-ray player)

If you can afford the UA60H6400, then go for that one. It's not a diluted version. You can Google it and find information and reviews.

Googling UA40H5303 or UA55H6203 results in nonsense. Hard to make a call without good info, which reinforces the H6400 if you can afford it as it's the best.
 
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