Bedroom TV: Which one?

ThePensioner on 07/06/2014 - 22:42
Last edited 07/06/2014 - 22:48

Hey guys, I just want to buy a good value bedroom TV that I can watch while I'm relaxing in bed.

What features would a good bedroom TV that I watch when I'm trying to relax need to have?

Thanks for any help!

Edit: Size isn't that important. Something around 23-30 inches would be fine.

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  • Cheeper on 07/06/2014 - 23:18

    What features do you normally use when watching tv?
    Usually only need a time to turn it off … they all have those now.
    Cheaper to get most 32" sets now than the smaller sizes.
    Aldi had one advertised recently for around $200. Check JB Hi Fi for their Soniq brand also if you want a reliable set for a reasonable price.

    • Cheeper on 08/06/2014 - 12:39

      I retract my recommendation for the one that Aldi recently had on special after reading some feedback from some that purchased them. Go Soniq @ JB HiFi if you want cheap with a bit of quality.

    • ThePensioner on 08/06/2014 - 23:02

      Well, it's been 10 years since I last bought a TV so I don't know which features I need to get for a new TV.

  • Sage on 08/06/2014 - 05:55

    features? I don't see why any TV won't do.
    I'd have a look around to see if you can get one of these

    • ThePensioner on 08/06/2014 - 23:03

      That Viano TV from BigW looks nice! Is that considered a decent quality TV?

  • Titus Canby on 08/06/2014 - 06:36
    +2

    I thought size did matter in the bedroom.

  • timmypete on 08/06/2014 - 09:35

    Slightly OT, but ikeahackers has a wonderful solution for mounting the unit that takes up little space and is rental friendly.

  • ThePensioner on 09/06/2014 - 00:15

    Something around 32" would be great.

  • Cheeper on 09/06/2014 - 10:31

    These would be ok…

    32"
    http://www.jbhifi.com.au/tv-lcd-led-plasma/soniq/32-inch-led…

    23"
    Would be fine for b/room and only $149! We have one this size and it is just right.
    http://www.jbhifi.com.au/tv-lcd-led-plasma/soniq/23-inch-hd-…

  • ThePensioner on 09/06/2014 - 23:24

    Thanks!

    That 32" model would be big enough. These look like they're better value though: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/147609

  • ThePensioner on 10/06/2014 - 22:35

    What's the best value tv out right now? Something around 40inch-47inch would be great!

    • Cheeper on 11/06/2014 - 23:19
      +1

      he he he…. you have gone from 23" to 47"…. Game over… :-( Just buy one, or two or three….

  • ThePensioner on 21/06/2014 - 21:28

    Any recommendations? I just want a large screen and cheap.

  • Davo1111 on 22/06/2014 - 15:53

    The way we chose a tv was just decided how big we wanted it to be, and the price. Everything else just fell into line after that. 3D is a useless gimmick (the good thing is that people aren't buying them, so they're generally cheaper), and we wanted a brand name.

    After that just went to jb and chose one.

    EDIT: "smart" tvs are useless, so don't let the sales pitch of the UI influence your decision. The UI is generally horrific, much better to buy a wd live/chromecast/or the thousand of other set top boxes and run everything through there. I can't get over how bad the UI is…. just terrible

  • ThePensioner on 24/06/2014 - 15:35

    Alright, thanks a lot for your reply!

    If I want to plug in my headphones to the TV, which port does the TV need to have?

    What about this one: http://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/pendo-40-full…

    • Davo1111 on 24/06/2014 - 19:00

      You need a 3.5mm headphone jack (for a standard pair of headphones).

      Personally i'd stay away from "no name" brands like that. I'd only go for the mainstream brands.

  • Archi on 24/06/2014 - 16:53

    buy a better tv for your lounge/ family room and retire the one you have there into the bedroom…

    that's what I did…, being that the one in the lounge /living would get more use..

  • ThePensioner on 28/06/2014 - 13:19

    Thanks!

  • ThePensioner on 28/06/2014 - 18:24

    Can anyone tell me of a good value TV I can look at? I don't think I want a no-name brand.

  • ThePensioner on 06/07/2014 - 12:01

    How can I check if a TV has a good headphone jack that gives good sound to headphones?

  • TRENT86 on 06/07/2014 - 14:10

    Samsung 32" (81cm) High Definition LED TV UA32H4000
    This model is $356 @ Good guys

    LG 32LB563B 32" HD LED-LCD TV
    $336 @ Jbhifi
    https://www.jbhifi.com.au/tv-home-entertainment/hd-televisio…

  • ThePensioner on 11/07/2014 - 20:51

    Thanks for posting that!

    I'm going to go to a retail shop tonight. What should I be looking for?

  • Davo1111 on 11/07/2014 - 21:44
    +1

    Ended up replying via pm. Here for everyone

    I'd work out how much you want to spend, and the size of screen.

    • Check your inputs i.e. games consoles, dvd player and see what input they require (likely hdmi, older=component)
    • I'd only go with mainstream brands: Tier 1: Panasonic, Sony, LG, Samsung etc. I'd avoid tier 3: Soniq etc (any brands that you haven't heard of). Tier 2: sharp, Teac etc

    Features you should check (they usually always come as standard)

    • HDMI ports
    • tv tuner
    • 720p minimum (i'd recommend 1080p). don't choose anything that claims "i" i.e. 1080i/720i
    • LED screen (I havent seen a tv on sale that isn't an LED LCD, rather than just an LCD)

    Useless features

    • Unless you have a sound system, you won't need digital output (although many come as standard)
    • 3D features (most will come as standard, but it's a useless selling point).
    • "Smart" Tv with functionalities like youtube. The UI is always crap, just get a WD live or something if you want to watch tv
    • Anything that claims 'internet connectivity' (relates to smart tv). The UI is crap, they never work. Many TVs will have this feature, just don't look at it as a selling point.

    Latest Gimmicks

    • Curved TVs - Unless you are one person sitting at the perfect viewing angle, it's expensive and pointless.
    • Dual tv tuners - i don't know much about this, but my understanding is you can record a different channel at the same time. imo you'd have to use the tv interface, so i wouldn't "look" for the feature.

    Avoid being sucked into buying expensive HDMI cords. Just get them from ebay or msy. Don't get tricked into buying $30 cables.

    TLDR: UI sucks, go for screen size and reasonable cost of a mainstream brand.

  • WatchNerd on 14/07/2014 - 23:13
    +1

    You have been looking since August 2012!
    Good value TV for the bedroom?
    ThePensioner on 23/08/2013 - 22:24
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/114325
    Best way to watch DivX movies on TV in bedroom?
    ThePensioner on 23/08/2012 - 01:33
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/78071
    I would suggest you wait a bit longer as the prices will come down.

  • ThePensioner on 14/08/2014 - 16:15

    Thanks guys. I'm still looking for a TV.

  • ThePensioner on 15/08/2014 - 22:52

    Could someone please help me find a big-brand TV like Panasonic/LG at around the 32" mark? Thanks!

    • matabuntu on 17/08/2014 - 18:07

      20% from DSE ebay store https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/156730
      LG 32" HD LED TV 32LB563B or Samsung 32" UA32H4000 AU $323.16 delivered
      Also -
      JVC 32" HD LED TV with Built-in DVD Player LT-32ND33A AU $283.16 delivered

      personally i like the LG one.

  • ThePensioner on 17/08/2014 - 17:08
    -1

    Anyone? Even something around 28" would be fine!

  • ThePensioner on 18/08/2014 - 03:38
    -1

    Thanks, but I don't like Ebay. Is there anything else out there similar to that?

    • timmypete on 21/08/2014 - 16:54
      +1

      Quite a few people have been offering you a range of options for going on three months now. You keep knocking them back with either different requirements or a dislike of the selling method.

      Perhaps go to a shop and ask the sales assistant for help?

  • ThePensioner on 21/08/2014 - 19:54

    I'm re-checking my options now.

  • ThePensioner on 26/08/2014 - 02:04

    Thanks, but I'm looking for a big-brand TV.

  • ThePensioner on 05/09/2014 - 17:44

    Alright, thanks!

    I'm hoping to buy one this weekend.

    Are there any TV bargains at the moment?

  • ThePensioner on 10/09/2014 - 17:53

    Thanks, but I'm after a big-brand TV.

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