Share jgoardo's profile
jgoardo
jgoardo's stats
- Review count40
- Helpfulness votes32
- First reviewNovember 18, 2018
- Last reviewDecember 5, 2023
- Featured reviews0
- Average rating3.9
- Review comment count8
- Helpfulness votes2
- First review commentNovember 27, 2018
- Last review commentMay 19, 2020
- Featured review comments0
- Question count1
- Helpfulness votes0
- First questionSeptember 10, 2022
- Last questionSeptember 10, 2022
- Featured questions0
- Answer count2
- Helpfulness votes0
- First answerDecember 29, 2018
- Last answerDecember 9, 2019
- Featured answers0
- Best answers0
![Ready Player One [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [2018]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/cb17e301-97e4-4a1e-a22b-b55d2defa4ad.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
Great flick and looks amazing
on January 4, 2019
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
This movie was pretty awesome. Originally when I heard of it I thought it would be stupid but I was dead wrong. Lots of nostalgia moments in it too for anyone who grew up in the 80s and 90s. Looks awesome in 4k HDR.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
![Transformers: The Ultimate 5-Movie Collection - 4K Blu-Ray [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/85cfe36f-a237-4688-ba8b-82fec6c35069.jpg)
Transformers An ancient struggle between two Cybertronian races, the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons, comes to Earth, with a clue to the ultimate power held by a teenager. Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Sam Witwicky leaves the Autobots behind for a normal life. But when his mind is filled with cryptic symbols, the Decepticons target him and he is dragged back into the Transformers' war. Transformers Dark of the Moon The Autobots learn of a Cybertronian spacecraft hidden on the moon, and race against the Decepticons to reach it and to learn it's secrets. Transformers Age of Extinction From director Michael Bay comes the best 'Transformers' ever! With humanity facing extinction from a terrifying new threat, it's up to the Autobots to save Earth. They'll need new allies, including inventor Cade (Mark Wahlberg) and the Dinobots! Transformers The Last Knight Our world's greatest hero becomes our fiercest enemy when Optimus Prime launches a mission to save Cybertron by destroying Earth. Now Bumblebee and Cade Yeager (Mark Wahlberg) must lead the Autobots in the ultimate battle to save mankind.
Customer Rating
4
Movies are so so, they look great though
on January 3, 2019
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
Verified Purchase:Yes
Transformers movies are what they are...Not great scripts, acting is so so, they are long, but the look great, especially in 4k HDR
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
![John Wick: 2-Film Collection [Includes Digital Copy] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/304b2327-370a-41e7-956a-951dd4939472.png)
This double feature contains both films in the John Wick series. In John Wick, a retired assassin finds himself seeking vengeance on a sadistic mobster; in John Wick 2, John Wick reluctantly accepts an assignment to take out the sister of an Italian gangster.
Customer Rating
5
Great movies, great looking
on January 3, 2019
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
Verified Purchase:Yes
These are 2 of the best action movies of the last couple years. They are some of the best looking 4k discs as well, especially John Wick 2.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Call of Duty: Black Ops III is the ultimate 3-games-in-1 experience. In Campaign mode, you must navigate the hot spots of a new Cold War to find your missing brothers. Players can play the campaign cooperatively or solo and are now always connected to the intelligence grid and their fellow operatives during battle. Multiplayer features a new momentum-based chained movement system, allowing players to fluidly move through the environment with finesse, using controlled thrust jumps, slides, and mantling. Black Ops III multiplayer also introduces the new Specialist character system, which allows players to master 9 characters' battle-hardened weapons and abilities through a challenge-based unlock progression system. No Treyarch title would be complete without its signature Zombies offering. "Shadows of Evil" has its own distinct storyline right out of the box, set in the fictional 1940s Morg City, where four particularly troubled individuals ~ the femme fatale, the magician, the detective, and the boxer ~ star in this film-noir inspired horror story.
Customer Rating
3
Not as good as Advanced Warfare
on December 29, 2018
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
Verified Purchase:Yes
I loved COD Advanced Warfare. I am not an online gamer (I am more like target practice for the kids) but I love a good story. Advanced Warfare had a great story and incredible graphics. This looked much more cartoony and the robot stuff wasn't for me. Too complicated
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Your TV, Xbox One console and entertainment center are beacons of style. Now, it's time to ensure you continue that style when trash-talking foes on the battlefield with this Afterglow AG 9 Headset. Featuring Afterglow's signature green lighting and blackout modes, you can enjoy a vibrant look at the headset's inner circuitry while defending the flag, slaying dragons or tossing touchdowns on the gridiron. Immerse yourself in the action with the 50mm neodymium drivers and Pure Audio and Bass Boost modes, and easily communicate with the noise- and echo-canceling microphone. A USB transmitter allows you to comfortably chat from up to 40' away. Get ready to illuminate your next adventure.
Customer Rating
3
Hurt my ears, wouldn't connect wirelessly
on December 29, 2018
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought these because it said they were wireless for the Xbox one...woudln't work and they hurt my ears.
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Only at Best BuyThis Insignia~ NS-HW304 power cord features a 2-slot, nonpolarized design for use with Sony PlayStation 4, select laptops, TVs and other compatible devices. The 6' cord provides plenty of reach for flexible placement.
Customer Rating
5
Not 4 PS4
on December 29, 2018
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
Verified Purchase:Yes
If you are looking for a ps4 or xbox one power cord, you need the figure 8 one, not the one with the square and circle head.
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
![The Matrix [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [1999]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/d0f5b608-1a8f-4cff-be13-90ab34ca0448.jpg)
Customer Rating
3
Didn't look that much better
on December 29, 2018
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
Verified Purchase:Yes
I really wanted to be impressed with this. But 20 years later it's just not as impressive as it was. Still has a green tint to it...
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Share this review:
-1point
0of 1voted this as helpful.
Only at Best BuyPower select laptops, TVs and other devices with this Insignia~ NS-HW303 cord that features a 2-slot, polarized design for reliable, stable power. The 6' length offers plenty of reach for simple, flexible placement options.
Customer Rating
5
PS4 power cable
on December 29, 2018
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
Verified Purchase:Yes
Worked perfect for my PS4 after I lost the power cable.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Live stream your favorite channels, or watch the shows you love on demand. Get Sling TV free for 30 days and experience entertainment your way. You can stream on your TV or mobile device anytime, anywhere. Plus, personalize your channel lineup to get rid of useless options.
Customer Rating
3
Plenty of fish in this sea...
on December 28, 2018
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
Verified Purchase:Yes
About what you would expect...Nothing better or worse than the other live tv services out there.
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Watch movies at home on this Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. It plays video from nearly any type of disc or file format and displays images in crisp detail and vivid color, creating an immersive experience with life-like visuals. This Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player also connects to your Wi-Fi for convenient video streaming.
Customer Rating
4
Great player, forced Dolby Vision mode is a plus
on December 26, 2018
Posted by: jgoardo
from Phoenix
I got rid of my Sony x800 player after I got my 75 in Sony z9d because i wanted to be able to watch Dolby Vision discs. Initially, i didn't like how Sony implemented DV on this player. The player does not recognize DV content automatically, you have to turn it on manually in the settings. Not a big deal, literally takes less than 5 seconds. The other thing I initially didn't like is that if you didn't turn DV off, it would force DV on all discs...However, watching standard HDR 10 4k UHD blu rays actually look better. When i first started watching 4k HDR blu rays, i was a little underwhelmed by the fact that the colors looked a tad washed out compared to SDR blu ray. Forced DV mode adds some punch back to the colors without making the picture look stupid.
The player will also play almost any type of video file. MKV and M2Ts just to name a few. So if you rip your own blu ray discs, this player will read them just fine. The only thing that could be better is if the player would recognize chapters in the MKV files...
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
jgoardo's Review Comments
Give your TV room an upgrade with this Sony LED smart TV. The 4K ultra HD image quality and 3-D capabilities bring your favorite movies and shows to life, and the 74.5-inch display creates a true home theater viewing experience. Featuring Android Smart TV technology, this Sony LED smart TV offers access to apps, games and streaming services.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5You can believe the hype on this one
By jgoardo
from Phoenix
I have owned many 75 inch Sony tvs. 940d, 940e, 900e. The 940d was my first Sony and I fell in love instantly. Very good motion handling, very good local dimming, everything about it was awesome. But it had a single vertical band right in the center of the screen that I couldn't ignore. Upgraded to a 940e and it had an incredible picture but there was major trailing on any motion and I couldn't live with it so I sent it back and went with a 900e. Excellent motion and everything looked great. There was some pretty major blooming especially with HDR material but some bias lighting made it almost invisible. But I got a great deal on a z9d (the one I always wanted) and man, it blows them all away. The motion is not quite as smooth as on the 900e but WAY better than the 940e. No trailing at all. Just a little bit of smearing in certain scenes when you have something dark traveling across a light background. But it's not a huge deal by any stretch of the means and I am super sensitive to motion issues. The 75 in has a different panel than the 65 inch and the pixel response is faster. Local dimming is amazing. Even on a brightness level of 15 out of 50 I find my self squinting on some SDR content. HDR is incredible. With the current price drop, this is the 75 in to get. Especially if you like 3d, this set does awesome 3d, there is some flicker but it's not too bad.
jgoardo
Phoenix
Different panels
November 27, 2018
@JET83 This is hard to believe. I would like to see the source as I have owned a 940e and the reported pixel response time of the 65 z9d and 940e are very similar. The pixel response time on the 75 z9d has 0 trailing even with a dark object on a light background and the 940e exhibited TONS of trailing. These were not examples I had seen somewhere but tvs that i owned and had in my own home and was able to do lots of testing.
0points
0of 0voted this comment as helpful.
Give your TV room an upgrade with this Sony LED smart TV. The 4K ultra HD image quality and 3-D capabilities bring your favorite movies and shows to life, and the 74.5-inch display creates a true home theater viewing experience. Featuring Android Smart TV technology, this Sony LED smart TV offers access to apps, games and streaming services.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5You can believe the hype on this one
By jgoardo
from Phoenix
I have owned many 75 inch Sony tvs. 940d, 940e, 900e. The 940d was my first Sony and I fell in love instantly. Very good motion handling, very good local dimming, everything about it was awesome. But it had a single vertical band right in the center of the screen that I couldn't ignore. Upgraded to a 940e and it had an incredible picture but there was major trailing on any motion and I couldn't live with it so I sent it back and went with a 900e. Excellent motion and everything looked great. There was some pretty major blooming especially with HDR material but some bias lighting made it almost invisible. But I got a great deal on a z9d (the one I always wanted) and man, it blows them all away. The motion is not quite as smooth as on the 900e but WAY better than the 940e. No trailing at all. Just a little bit of smearing in certain scenes when you have something dark traveling across a light background. But it's not a huge deal by any stretch of the means and I am super sensitive to motion issues. The 75 in has a different panel than the 65 inch and the pixel response is faster. Local dimming is amazing. Even on a brightness level of 15 out of 50 I find my self squinting on some SDR content. HDR is incredible. With the current price drop, this is the 75 in to get. Especially if you like 3d, this set does awesome 3d, there is some flicker but it's not too bad.
jgoardo
Phoenix
You don't see a difference?
November 28, 2018
@JET83
Well I certainly do own a 75 z9d. Can you tell me that you do not see a difference in these 2 demonstrations?
https://youtu.be/tbOv7qLyMWw
https://youtu.be/AAFzpzRhSXA
Just read the comments...
Well I certainly do own a 75 z9d. Can you tell me that you do not see a difference in these 2 demonstrations?
https://youtu.be/tbOv7qLyMWw
https://youtu.be/AAFzpzRhSXA
Just read the comments...
+1point
1of 1voted this comment as helpful.
Give your TV room an upgrade with this Sony LED smart TV. The 4K ultra HD image quality and 3-D capabilities bring your favorite movies and shows to life, and the 74.5-inch display creates a true home theater viewing experience. Featuring Android Smart TV technology, this Sony LED smart TV offers access to apps, games and streaming services.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5You can believe the hype on this one
By jgoardo
from Phoenix
I have owned many 75 inch Sony tvs. 940d, 940e, 900e. The 940d was my first Sony and I fell in love instantly. Very good motion handling, very good local dimming, everything about it was awesome. But it had a single vertical band right in the center of the screen that I couldn't ignore. Upgraded to a 940e and it had an incredible picture but there was major trailing on any motion and I couldn't live with it so I sent it back and went with a 900e. Excellent motion and everything looked great. There was some pretty major blooming especially with HDR material but some bias lighting made it almost invisible. But I got a great deal on a z9d (the one I always wanted) and man, it blows them all away. The motion is not quite as smooth as on the 900e but WAY better than the 940e. No trailing at all. Just a little bit of smearing in certain scenes when you have something dark traveling across a light background. But it's not a huge deal by any stretch of the means and I am super sensitive to motion issues. The 75 in has a different panel than the 65 inch and the pixel response is faster. Local dimming is amazing. Even on a brightness level of 15 out of 50 I find my self squinting on some SDR content. HDR is incredible. With the current price drop, this is the 75 in to get. Especially if you like 3d, this set does awesome 3d, there is some flicker but it's not too bad.
jgoardo
Phoenix
Different panels is not uncommon
November 28, 2018
@JET83
Differnt panels is not all that uncommon for different size screens even within the same models. Example- The Sony 850c had a VA panel on all screen sized except 75 which was an IPS panel
The Visio M series in 2016 had a 120hz panel for all screen sizes except the 55 which was a 60hz panel. I asked you for a source citing that Sony confirmed that they used the same panel between sizes and your response was all the YouTube reviews said the same thing. I have given you 2 motion test videos on YouTube which clearly show a difference and in the comments section you can see the one with the trailing is a 65 and they state the 75 has a faster panel, and in the video with almost no trailing you can see it is a 75 and in the comments section you can see that there are owners of the 65 that also confirm a little bit of trailing.
Differnt panels is not all that uncommon for different size screens even within the same models. Example- The Sony 850c had a VA panel on all screen sized except 75 which was an IPS panel
The Visio M series in 2016 had a 120hz panel for all screen sizes except the 55 which was a 60hz panel. I asked you for a source citing that Sony confirmed that they used the same panel between sizes and your response was all the YouTube reviews said the same thing. I have given you 2 motion test videos on YouTube which clearly show a difference and in the comments section you can see the one with the trailing is a 65 and they state the 75 has a faster panel, and in the video with almost no trailing you can see it is a 75 and in the comments section you can see that there are owners of the 65 that also confirm a little bit of trailing.
I would like to ask the folks at best buy who review these comments before you decide to post them to allow the discussion between @JET83 and myself as I believe this is an important discussion to read for perspective owners as clearly the panels are different between the 65 and 75 in variants of the Sony z9d.
0points
0of 0voted this comment as helpful.
Give your TV room an upgrade with this Sony LED smart TV. The 4K ultra HD image quality and 3-D capabilities bring your favorite movies and shows to life, and the 74.5-inch display creates a true home theater viewing experience. Featuring Android Smart TV technology, this Sony LED smart TV offers access to apps, games and streaming services.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5You can believe the hype on this one
By jgoardo
from Phoenix
I have owned many 75 inch Sony tvs. 940d, 940e, 900e. The 940d was my first Sony and I fell in love instantly. Very good motion handling, very good local dimming, everything about it was awesome. But it had a single vertical band right in the center of the screen that I couldn't ignore. Upgraded to a 940e and it had an incredible picture but there was major trailing on any motion and I couldn't live with it so I sent it back and went with a 900e. Excellent motion and everything looked great. There was some pretty major blooming especially with HDR material but some bias lighting made it almost invisible. But I got a great deal on a z9d (the one I always wanted) and man, it blows them all away. The motion is not quite as smooth as on the 900e but WAY better than the 940e. No trailing at all. Just a little bit of smearing in certain scenes when you have something dark traveling across a light background. But it's not a huge deal by any stretch of the means and I am super sensitive to motion issues. The 75 in has a different panel than the 65 inch and the pixel response is faster. Local dimming is amazing. Even on a brightness level of 15 out of 50 I find my self squinting on some SDR content. HDR is incredible. With the current price drop, this is the 75 in to get. Especially if you like 3d, this set does awesome 3d, there is some flicker but it's not too bad.
jgoardo
Phoenix
Input lag and pixel response are not the same
December 29, 2018
@JET83
You're confusing pixel response and input lag. 2 different things my man. Pixel response is how long it takes the pixels to transition from one color to another, not how long it takes to react to input...You are dead wrong on this. TVs have different panels for different sizes all the time. IT's well known that the 65 and 75 have different response times. Read the AVSforums. Look at the rtings review. The 65 has a similar response time as the 940e which also had widely reported motion issues. I'm not sure what else I can tell you other than you are wrong and the panels are indeed different. You may not notice anything but that doesn't mean the panels aren't different.
You're confusing pixel response and input lag. 2 different things my man. Pixel response is how long it takes the pixels to transition from one color to another, not how long it takes to react to input...You are dead wrong on this. TVs have different panels for different sizes all the time. IT's well known that the 65 and 75 have different response times. Read the AVSforums. Look at the rtings review. The 65 has a similar response time as the 940e which also had widely reported motion issues. I'm not sure what else I can tell you other than you are wrong and the panels are indeed different. You may not notice anything but that doesn't mean the panels aren't different.
0points
0of 0voted this comment as helpful.
Give your TV room an upgrade with this Sony LED smart TV. The 4K ultra HD image quality and 3-D capabilities bring your favorite movies and shows to life, and the 74.5-inch display creates a true home theater viewing experience. Featuring Android Smart TV technology, this Sony LED smart TV offers access to apps, games and streaming services.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5You can believe the hype on this one
By jgoardo
from Phoenix
I have owned many 75 inch Sony tvs. 940d, 940e, 900e. The 940d was my first Sony and I fell in love instantly. Very good motion handling, very good local dimming, everything about it was awesome. But it had a single vertical band right in the center of the screen that I couldn't ignore. Upgraded to a 940e and it had an incredible picture but there was major trailing on any motion and I couldn't live with it so I sent it back and went with a 900e. Excellent motion and everything looked great. There was some pretty major blooming especially with HDR material but some bias lighting made it almost invisible. But I got a great deal on a z9d (the one I always wanted) and man, it blows them all away. The motion is not quite as smooth as on the 900e but WAY better than the 940e. No trailing at all. Just a little bit of smearing in certain scenes when you have something dark traveling across a light background. But it's not a huge deal by any stretch of the means and I am super sensitive to motion issues. The 75 in has a different panel than the 65 inch and the pixel response is faster. Local dimming is amazing. Even on a brightness level of 15 out of 50 I find my self squinting on some SDR content. HDR is incredible. With the current price drop, this is the 75 in to get. Especially if you like 3d, this set does awesome 3d, there is some flicker but it's not too bad.
jgoardo
Phoenix
Different panels
January 2, 2019
You are a liar just like rtings. You said Sony confirmed the 2 had different panels. I asked you for proof and you gave nothing. You are a troll and trolling right now. Again, it is not uncommon for different size tvs to have different panels. Some of Vizios panels are 60hz and 120hz for the same model but different sizes. The Sony 850c used a VA panel for every screen size except the 75 which was IPS.
You don't own a 75 so by your own logic you would have no idea. There are too many examples out there of the 65 in having a slower pixel response than the 75. Did you even look at the 2 YouTube links in my prior comment? I do believe rtings has a hard on for OLEDs, but the numbers they use in their measurements are not made up and do line up with user experience.
We can put an end to this debate right now if you provide a source where Sony said the panels of the 2 sizes are the same. If you cannot produce that, you admit to lying and the discussion is over. Have a nice day.
0points
0of 0voted this comment as helpful.
Give your TV room an upgrade with this Sony LED smart TV. The 4K ultra HD image quality and 3-D capabilities bring your favorite movies and shows to life, and the 74.5-inch display creates a true home theater viewing experience. Featuring Android Smart TV technology, this Sony LED smart TV offers access to apps, games and streaming services.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5You can believe the hype on this one
By jgoardo
from Phoenix
I have owned many 75 inch Sony tvs. 940d, 940e, 900e. The 940d was my first Sony and I fell in love instantly. Very good motion handling, very good local dimming, everything about it was awesome. But it had a single vertical band right in the center of the screen that I couldn't ignore. Upgraded to a 940e and it had an incredible picture but there was major trailing on any motion and I couldn't live with it so I sent it back and went with a 900e. Excellent motion and everything looked great. There was some pretty major blooming especially with HDR material but some bias lighting made it almost invisible. But I got a great deal on a z9d (the one I always wanted) and man, it blows them all away. The motion is not quite as smooth as on the 900e but WAY better than the 940e. No trailing at all. Just a little bit of smearing in certain scenes when you have something dark traveling across a light background. But it's not a huge deal by any stretch of the means and I am super sensitive to motion issues. The 75 in has a different panel than the 65 inch and the pixel response is faster. Local dimming is amazing. Even on a brightness level of 15 out of 50 I find my self squinting on some SDR content. HDR is incredible. With the current price drop, this is the 75 in to get. Especially if you like 3d, this set does awesome 3d, there is some flicker but it's not too bad.
jgoardo
Phoenix
January 5, 2019
I am a part of that forum dude...And all shark said is that there's no motion problems (for him) I never said the 65 was bad, just that the 75 has a different panel. Spend some more time reading through the forum. You'll find a few owners that have a 75 and 65 that will verify that. I have been on the forum for a long time. You still never posted where Sony verified that they use the same panels...Because they never did.
-1point
0of 1voted this comment as helpful.
Set up a Dolby Vision home cinema with this LG Ultra HD Blu-ray player. It supports 4K and HDR content, and its Wi-Fi connectivity lets you enjoy premium on-demand programs from your favorite streaming providers. Play media files from a portable device via the USB port of this LG Ultra HD Blu-ray player.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Good 4k machine
By Remotefrenzy1
It lacks a few bells and whistles but it's a solid performer! Great 4k picture with my lg oled TV and Shockwafe Pro 7.1 DTS:X (2018) sound bar.
jgoardo
Phoenix
Have the same soundbar
July 2, 2019
Hi there. I have the same exact sound bar and use a Sony x700 UHD player. After the Dolby Vision/Dolby Atmos update, I get audio drop outs watching 4k blu rays on the Sony x700. Have you noticed any audio dropouts using this player when watching 4k HDR discs since the Atmos update?
0points
0of 0voted this comment as helpful.
Enjoy lifelike images, enhanced contrast and exceptional brightness with this Sony 65-inch BRAVIA OLED 4K HDR TV. OLED technology features millions of self-illuminated pixels for a more vibrant picture, while the X1 Ultimate processor boosts clarity for an enhanced viewing experience from every angle. Acoustic Surface Audio+ technology utilized in this Sony 65-inch BRAVIA OLED 4K HDR TV produces powerful sound.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Returned for LG C9
By Dewey
Had this tv for two weeks, excellent picture quality, excellent upscaling, ok operating system, HDMI 2.0, dim Dolby Vision: The main reason I returned this tv was because every time I turned the eARC on the tv would go into standby mode, black screen with Bravia logo, I found one other person on the AVS forum that had the same problem. I contacted Sony and they could not help, the geek squad came to the house and they could not solve, I even did a factory reset and that didn’t work. The only way I could watch tv without it going into standby was to turn eARC to off. I have an eARC compatible sound bar so I wanted this feature to work, for what I paid for this tv I expected everything to work, so I decided to exchange for the 77’ LG C9. Best Buy was excellent, this was a return/exchange/upgrade, they came and removed the the AG9 and set up the C9, I also purchased Tech Support for one year as well as the five year extended warranty. The C9 is an excellent tv, the picture quality and the upscaling aren’t as good as the Sony, but very close, in my opinion. The C9 also has HDMI 2.1 and the eARC works flawlessly with my sound bar, love the C9 operating system too. I think the Sony A9G is an excellent tv, I just happened to get a defective panel, I also think their Dolby Vision is dim, the C9 is brighter.
jgoardo
Phoenix
Is eARC necessary?
May 19, 2020
Is there a particular reason you "have" to use eARC? Do you have all of your devices plugged into the TV and just a single cable running to the sound bar? Does your sound bar allow for inputs to connect to it. The reason I ask is that because the ONLY advantage of eARC over standard ARC is that you can transmit lossless Dolby Atmos vs Lossy Dolby Atmos. Streaming services do not use lossless. So unless you have to have all your external devices plugged directly into the TV rather than into your soundbar you don't need eARC. Also, you have a sound bar. It's highly unlikely you'd be able to tell the difference between lossy and lossless Atmos with a soundbar. I have a soundbar as well - Nakamichi Shockwafe. Best Atmos sound bar you can buy. Can't tell much of a difference...
+1point
1of 1voted this comment as helpful.
jgoardo's Questions
Witness the evolution of TV technology on a precisely controlled Mini LED display, powered by the intelligent Cognitive Processor XR. Driven by XR Backlight Master Drive, thousands of tiny, high-density Mini LEDs in precisely controlled zones create unprecedented dynamic range that makes your content burst to life with deep blacks, natural colors, and phenomenal brightness.
Why has Sony not abandoned X Wide Angle? The hit to contrast and blooming might be worth it if it massively improved viewing angles, but it barely improves them. Please abandon it. All I own are Sony tvs, but I haven't bought a new one in years.
3 years, 9 months ago
by
jgoardo
jgoardo's Answers
Enjoy fast online streaming with this NVIDIA SHIELD TV media player. The 4K HDR capability provides visual quality, while Dolby Atmos and DTS-X surround sound offer an immersive watching and listening experience. This NVIDIA SHIELD TV media player supports unlimited applications for movies, shows, games and music of your choosing, providing endless entertainment. GeForce NOW instantly transforms SHIELD TV into a powerful PC gaming rig. Play over 1000+ titles and nearly 100 of the biggest free to play games. The new GeForce NOW RTX 3080 membership unlocks GeForce RTX 3080 gaming servers in 4K HDR, with shorter wait times and longer session lengths, with RTX ON including ray tracing and DLSS graphics for supported games.
Only at Best BuyPower select laptops, TVs and other devices with this Insignia~ NS-HW303 cord that features a 2-slot, polarized design for reliable, stable power. The 6' length offers plenty of reach for simple, flexible placement options.