Cheapest in the UK from what I can see, these are brand new TVs being sold for £70 less on eBay than in-store.
Ticks nearly all the right boxes, aside from has "HDR-lite" as this is an edge-lit TV. The jury is out on whether this is an 8-bit or a 10-bit VA panel.
Still some minor niggles to iron out (Amazon Video app does not output in 5.1, in-built video player forces everything to show in 16:9 - easily worked round by using Kodi, unable to record to HDD if using Youview) and rumoured the Android interface will be upgraded to Marshmallow at some point in time - links to owners forum threads in next post. The early day issues with Android interface have, however, all been ironed out, so don't let this detract you
Curry's Sony PR blurb:
New Manufacturer Sealed
There is an intact manufacturer's seal, and the item is brand new and pristine.
Some product boxes are unsealed as supplied by the manufacturer, these are still brand new, pristine, and listed as "New".
Items listed as "New" come with 12 months Currys/PC World Outlet warranty.
Key Features
Beautifully slim and edgelit, the Sony BRAVIA KD55X8509C Smart 3D Ultra HD 4k 55" LED TV brings the latest technology to your living room and lets you enjoy high definition TV and films on demand. Smart TV just got smarter with the introduction of Android TV. Think of the experiences you love on your smartphone or tablet - now you can enjoy them on this big screen.
Featuring the high-performance Sony 4K Processor X1, every pixel in the video signal is analyzed and converted to optimise clarity, colour and contrast. As a result, you get the best possible image resolution whatever you're watching.With up to four times the resolution of HD, you can enjoy films, TV shows and games in amazing colour and detail.
Personalise your Smart TV and connect wirelessly to your smartphone or tablet. You can get interactive with the Android TV Smart platform and experience greater flexibility.Google Cast lets you share music, photos or videos straight from your smartphone on to the LED screen. You can also play games on Google Play store, stream music or buy and download the latest blockbuster.
With the X85 you have access to catch-up TV services, including BBC iPlayer and Demand 5, as well as your choice of the most comprehensive catch-up TV libraries. YouView is coming from 4th November 2015, which makes it easier than ever to find the programmes you want to watch. YouView lets you scroll backwards through the programme guide and select shows that are available on catch up TV without opening a separate app. Simply scroll and select to watch the shows you've missed.The 55X85 Android TV's intuitive and easy to use interface lets you enjoy all the features and interactivity in beautiful Ultra HD 4k.
Complemented by 4K technology, Triluminos brings colours to life. With a greater range of colours, reds are more vivid, while green and blues are more natural. Contrast and depth are heightened, so you can enjoy true to life colours whether you're gaming or eating popcorn in front of your favourite film.
Freeview brings an exciting collection of shows and channels directly to you. Up to 50 digital TV channels and 24 radio stations are yours subscription free, with many channels now available in incredible high definition with Freeview HD ([b]note the blurb makes no reference to Youview which was added last year[/b])
Annual power consumption: 160 kWh
Screen technology: LED edgelit
Screen size: 55"
Resolution: 3840 x 2160
3D ready: Active 3D
Motion rate: 1000 Hz
Processing rate: 1000 Hz
Picture enhancement: 4K X-Reality Pro, 4K Processor X1
Ultra HD 4k compatibility Video CODEC: HEVC H.265, VP9
Noise reduction: Yes
Smart TV services: Catch up TV
Multimedia functions: Screen mirroring
Smartphone app: Yes
WiFi Built-in: WiFi / Ethernet
Connections: HDMI 2.0 x 4 (ARC compatible x 1)- SCART x 1- SVGA (via HDMI) x 1- Component input x 1- Composite input x 2- USB 3.0 x 3
TV tuner: DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2
Electronic programme guide: Yes with YouView
Speakers: 2 / Colour
Audio power: 20 W / Other features
Mono / Stereo sound: Stereo / Remote control
Sound enhancement: ClearPhase, Signal-to-Sound Architecture, S-Master Digital Amplifier, S-Force Front Surround
VESA wall mount dimensions: 300 x 300 / Table-top stand
Product Code: 130428
Latest comments (19)
j1mgg
31 May 16#19
it is pretty poor that this sort of thing still goes on, and it should also be clearly stated by manufacturers on boxes aswell.
I managed to cancel my order from curry's, and also return their £100 package, so in all I have saved £150 and only need to buy a wall bracket. Curry's staff are still saying you need gold plated £80 HDMI cables for 4k to work :disappointed:
smiler594
30 May 16#16
Yeah clayts but I hate curved tv's. What's the rival Samsung to this at a similar price?
clayts
30 May 16#15
You can only ask - may also be worth pointing out Richer Sounds have today reduced their price to £799 with a 6 yr warranty (only available in store or by telesales however)
clayts
30 May 16#14
Feature comparison wise you'd need to be looking at 8000, 8500, 9000 models and more likely the dreaded 'curve'. Also bear in mind Samsung use their own in house 'smart' system, whereas Sony use Android, which has a much wider user base and is unlikely to disappear in 5 years - could you say the same about Tizen ?
clayts
30 May 16#13
Where ? The 65 incher had problems with blue edges to panels, but the 55 incher to all intents and purposes was trouble-free. The early reviews also focussed on the blighted Android platform, but virtually all these niggles have been eradicated now.
It's a highly regarded TV and there are plenty of happy owners on the forums I referenced in the second post.
smiler594
30 May 16#12
What's the best Samsung for this price?
darren_85
30 May 16#10
Has terrible reviews on performance
smiler594 to darren_85
30 May 16#11
Yeah but for this price Darren, can you suggest a better buy?
j1mgg
29 May 16#9
just ordered(paid) this from curry's yesterday for £849, any point contacting them and asking to cancel or price match?
clayts
29 May 16#3
Sadly not, only 12 months. That's the only (albeit major) catch. Well that and no Cash for Goals as well.
Not sure why they don't offer 5 years if they're brand new.
zackariah to clayts
29 May 16#8
email sony and they will tell your eligible currys don't need to.offer it (probably best to say you got it from currys not currys ebay)
zackariah
29 May 16#7
great tv admittedly has a few issues (most notable ones have been fixed) and has uhd (yeah may not be full) I got 5 years warranty for free from Sony on the one I purchased, I'm not sure if currys are participating but if you email sony after purchase they will give you the warranty (I got mine from Sony centre)
clayts
29 May 16#6
But then they could have a miserable tournament, score no goals and get knocked out. Can't see it happening, but relying upon Cash for Goals to get a knockdown price may not be a surefire way to get a better price.
The RS/JL warranty may be worth the extra £70 IMHO, but for anyone wanting an interim TV until OLEDs get sorted out and the prices fall in a couple of years, this should do the biz.
Denny01255
29 May 16#5
Better to buy from store for £849, you get a 5 year guarantee and cash for goals. So if you back England they are surely going to score at least 3 goals in the tournament which means you get £30 back!
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Opening post
Ticks nearly all the right boxes, aside from has "HDR-lite" as this is an edge-lit TV. The jury is out on whether this is an 8-bit or a 10-bit VA panel.
Still some minor niggles to iron out (Amazon Video app does not output in 5.1, in-built video player forces everything to show in 16:9 - easily worked round by using Kodi, unable to record to HDD if using Youview) and rumoured the Android interface will be upgraded to Marshmallow at some point in time - links to owners forum threads in next post. The early day issues with Android interface have, however, all been ironed out, so don't let this detract you
Curry's Sony PR blurb:
New Manufacturer Sealed
There is an intact manufacturer's seal, and the item is brand new and pristine.
Some product boxes are unsealed as supplied by the manufacturer, these are still brand new, pristine, and listed as "New".
Items listed as "New" come with 12 months Currys/PC World Outlet warranty.
Key Features
Beautifully slim and edgelit, the Sony BRAVIA KD55X8509C Smart 3D Ultra HD 4k 55" LED TV brings the latest technology to your living room and lets you enjoy high definition TV and films on demand. Smart TV just got smarter with the introduction of Android TV. Think of the experiences you love on your smartphone or tablet - now you can enjoy them on this big screen.
Featuring the high-performance Sony 4K Processor X1, every pixel in the video signal is analyzed and converted to optimise clarity, colour and contrast. As a result, you get the best possible image resolution whatever you're watching.With up to four times the resolution of HD, you can enjoy films, TV shows and games in amazing colour and detail.
Personalise your Smart TV and connect wirelessly to your smartphone or tablet. You can get interactive with the Android TV Smart platform and experience greater flexibility.Google Cast lets you share music, photos or videos straight from your smartphone on to the LED screen. You can also play games on Google Play store, stream music or buy and download the latest blockbuster.
With the X85 you have access to catch-up TV services, including BBC iPlayer and Demand 5, as well as your choice of the most comprehensive catch-up TV libraries. YouView is coming from 4th November 2015, which makes it easier than ever to find the programmes you want to watch. YouView lets you scroll backwards through the programme guide and select shows that are available on catch up TV without opening a separate app. Simply scroll and select to watch the shows you've missed.The 55X85 Android TV's intuitive and easy to use interface lets you enjoy all the features and interactivity in beautiful Ultra HD 4k.
Complemented by 4K technology, Triluminos brings colours to life. With a greater range of colours, reds are more vivid, while green and blues are more natural. Contrast and depth are heightened, so you can enjoy true to life colours whether you're gaming or eating popcorn in front of your favourite film.
Freeview brings an exciting collection of shows and channels directly to you. Up to 50 digital TV channels and 24 radio stations are yours subscription free, with many channels now available in incredible high definition with Freeview HD ([b]note the blurb makes no reference to Youview which was added last year[/b])
Annual power consumption: 160 kWh
Screen technology: LED edgelit
Screen size: 55"
Resolution: 3840 x 2160
3D ready: Active 3D
Motion rate: 1000 Hz
Processing rate: 1000 Hz
Picture enhancement: 4K X-Reality Pro, 4K Processor X1
Ultra HD 4k compatibility Video CODEC: HEVC H.265, VP9
Noise reduction: Yes
Smart TV services: Catch up TV
Multimedia functions: Screen mirroring
Smartphone app: Yes
WiFi Built-in: WiFi / Ethernet
Connections: HDMI 2.0 x 4 (ARC compatible x 1)- SCART x 1- SVGA (via HDMI) x 1- Component input x 1- Composite input x 2- USB 3.0 x 3
TV tuner: DVB-T2 Freeview HD Tuner x 2
Electronic programme guide: Yes with YouView
Speakers: 2 / Colour
Audio power: 20 W / Other features
Mono / Stereo sound: Stereo / Remote control
Sound enhancement: ClearPhase, Signal-to-Sound Architecture, S-Master Digital Amplifier, S-Force Front Surround
VESA wall mount dimensions: 300 x 300 / Table-top stand
Product Code: 130428
Latest comments (19)
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It's a highly regarded TV and there are plenty of happy owners on the forums I referenced in the second post.
Not sure why they don't offer 5 years if they're brand new.
The RS/JL warranty may be worth the extra £70 IMHO, but for anyone wanting an interim TV until OLEDs get sorted out and the prices fall in a couple of years, this should do the biz.
http://www.avsforum.com/forum/166-lcd-flat-panel-displays/1985298-sony-2015-xbr-55x850c-xbr-65x850c-xbr-75x850c-owners-club.html
Neatly summarised in a downloadable spreadsheet:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/7usku0ykglp4cc7/2015-Sony-X850C-Picture%20Settings-v6.xlsx?dl=0
UK owners' thread
https://www.avforums.com/threads/sony-kd-x850-c-owners-thread.1963228/