Sony Bravia KDL-50w660f plus nvidia - thoughts? Good option for longevity of "smarts"?

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#283817 13-Mar-2021 21:08

We are budget conscious, but want a reputable brand and longevity in terms of "smartness". We have a satellite dish, but thinking of switching to streaming for everything. Would the above combo be a decent choice?

We watch Freeview live tv, ThreeNow and TVNZ OnDemand, and Netflix and DisneyPlus. Does the above combo cover our bases here?

We don't have Fibre available where we live, does this impact on things?

Thanks for help!!!!

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#2674005 13-Mar-2021 21:38

There's a review on The Warehouse site saying bad things about the available app store for it and Disney not available. Personally don't know either way.

The TV itself looks good to me. Be prepared to add a Chromecast or similar.

What does speedtest.net show for your connection?

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#2674014 13-Mar-2021 22:30

Don't buy a TV for its 'smarts'. Even if they are any good now, they soon won't be. Get an Apple TV or similar.

Lazy is such an ugly word, I prefer to call it selective participation

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#2674028 13-Mar-2021 22:54

Yeah in terms of "smarts" this tv is already outdated. Linux OS not android. Can't download any apps. Netflix and YouTube built in but that's all. Thinking the Nvidia bypasses the need for that aspect?

It's a good brand, good specs visually, and cheap as. Hence why considering this tv with the Nvidia Shield TV option. Thoughts?

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#2674076 14-Mar-2021 08:18

I don’t think you’re too far off the mark really. The only improvement I’d consider is to look at a pure monitor rather than a TV - especially since you’re abandoning the broadcast TV model. That way you’re purchasing image quality & that’s all, then plugging it into certainly one of the best set-top box products currently available. This way you’ll get the best experience without paying for redundant features, plus your upgrade path is clean & direct.

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#2674079 14-Mar-2021 08:25

Perfect, good to know I'm in the right direction, thanks!

Next issue - thanks to the advice re: Speedtest. It came out as Upload 10ish / download 3ish!!!! That's with multiple devices in use (2 x lappies, spotify on smart speaker, and tv currently streaming. No gaming.) Eek!!! It was upload 17ish when less of us were on, so still shit.

Off to hunt for better internet options! We only have VDSL as no fibre nor wifi options work for our location - we are not even rural!!!

Any tips re: better internet access, please hit me up!

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#2674080 14-Mar-2021 08:29

Hi 3 down and 10 up sounds wrong, what are the modems dsl stats showing, was that test via wired ethernet or wifi

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Wannabe Geek

#2674085 14-Mar-2021 08:43

Sorry I'm a crap geek and don't know where to find DSL stats. This was via wifi (to Lappie from modem).

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#2674087 14-Mar-2021 08:45

Hi login to the modem and it will be there somewhere, also can you do the speed test via cable and ideally with all other devices not dragging traffic at the time ofthe test.

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#2674090 14-Mar-2021 08:58

Thanks, will do. I thought that must be wrong as we regularly stream content with no major issues!