I expected a lot . . . I was still surprised with this ! The first one we got was an Amazon special no financing deal and didn’t function. The second one is better than we expected. The picture is wow ! The smart part is actually easy to use and quite wonderful ! The sound, while not audiophile, is very very remarkable ! This is part of our cable cutting project and we are very happy not buying cable tv . I would not hesitate buying this tv again, if I could afford it that is. This tv replaced a 55” Bravia we purchased in 2010, that tv works as good as new and was given to someone who really appreciates it.
WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS TV !
Addendum: it’s been a month or so with this tv . . it’s totally captivating with a picture that’s very much like sitting in front of a window and sound (we live in a senior apartment complex with neighbors that complain, a low volume level with this tv achieves realistic and satisfying event) that is almost unbelievable !
I have one wish . . I wish I could turn it on in the morning with one action directly to the local station (on Hulu) that we prefer.
I have one concern . . our preferred (Hulu) station has a lip sync problem and it is the only source that has the problem.
Looking for a totally captivating and mesmerizing experience . . this tv is it ! ! !
Be careful . . . we found that watching this tv is actually better than getting out to reality 🤭
Sincerely . . . a lot more could be said in favor of this device . . . it deserves all the ranting and raving I could produce . . . this IS the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow !
Addendum 1/1/2023 - we went to the theatre, yesterday, to see the new avatar movie. The surround sound was bodacious, however, the picture and sound would have been more enjoyable at home with this Sony TV . . . it’s that impressive . . .
Addendum 1/10/2023 - still enjoying wonderful ! It appears that Sony and Alexa have a strained relationship . . . Alexa can usually turn the Sony off but only occasionally can Alexa turn the Sony on . Trying to navigate to Hulu with Alexa is impossible . I love the Sony and the Alexa . . . I just wish they would communicate . All in all . . . if your looking for a better tv . . . nobody makes it !
The last addendum 🤭 . . We have become hooked on a tv series from Netflix “Longmire”. The cinematography is never before beautifully realistic while the sound is not just captivating . . it’s seductive ! Before we installed this tv , I scoffed at the idea of “2 inch sub woofers”! Well . . . I’ve learned my lesson , this tv provides a stunning, if not mesmerizing , event . . . time after time !
On parting . . . if Hulu would simplify “user accounts” bypassing the need to select a specific one EVERY TIME ! Alexa might be a better control device.
A year in review . . . We would never go back! This TV has changed our lives! The overall impression is amazing and keeps pleasing. This TV has virtually replaced the movie theater! The picture is much better, the sound has all the impact without the ear/hearing damaging obnoxiously loud overkill of the theater. Control and navigating of features and program options is manageable . . . no complaint!
Hulu is more than a suitable replacement for cable tv!
Are you hesitant? So were we . . . with a year of this behind us . . . we are still surprised, pleased, captivated and, at times stunned even after a year!
| Brand Name | Sony |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 54.2 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 12.5 x 56.88 x 32.88 inches |
| Item model number | XR65A90J |
| Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
| Color Name | Black |
| Special Features | Works with Alexa, XR Picture, XR HDR Remaster, XR Sound Position, XR Clarity, Google Assistant, XR Contrast, XR OLED Contrast Pro, Acoustic Surface Audio+, XR 4K Upscaling, XR Triluminos Pro, XR Color, 4K XR Smoothing, Voice Search |
| Speaker Type | Built-In |
| Item Weight | 54.2 Pounds |
| Standing screen display size | 65 Inches |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Wattage | 510 watts |
