Sorry if this is wrong thread for this question. I will post it in other relevant thread too. I felt it appropriate for me to ask this question here because of the detailed and expert opinion it gets from those who reply here..

Background: I have been facing an internal and confusing battle between choosing an excellent Full HD TV (HDMI2.0 + digital audio decoding capable) vs low end 4K.

Question:
1. What will you guys say is an excellent Full HD 50" around RM 1.8-2.3k (must have at least one HDMI2.0 and able to decode audio DTS/DD at least)

Was considering lower end 4K since price range for these two are close to my budget: LG 49UF640T vs Samsung 48JU6000.

Confusion: I don't see it worth getting the lower end 4k simply due to these reasons: non120Hz true refresh rate + most low end 4K are edge lit backlight + sitting about 8ft away + will not be playing much 4K content anyway.

Now, my remaining Q:
2. Will I be able to see much difference between 4k and the 1080p at 8ft away? I need your expert help and comments please as I never owned LED TV larger than 40"

3. What features am I overlooking if I buy a Full HD now? I am ok to buy a new 4k TV in next 3years. At the same time I don't want to be disappointed with my current buy.

Please advise guys.

Danny
Ok.

While I appreciate your reply, it wasn't what I was looking for. I tried my best in typing out a quick summary and detailed questions. If you don't mind, I will have to redirect all attention to my earlier post again.

In my opinion, purpose of this forum in general and this thread in specific is to to share experiences, based on certain technical terms. And we're stronger when we share knowledge & experiences prior to going to the dealer.
Else all of us will be heading to big dealers and finally buying what appears to be best for us at that time (SA and other wow factors)
Apologize for being blunt here but i remain hopeful to read replies with more substance.

Thanks AVFAN & voncrane - always can rely on your replying.

Does that mean a good 4K TV you will no longer use a STB and rely solely on the in-built Android?

Does the Sharp UE630X do HDCP2.2 by default?
Need to know as some soundbars that I've shortlisted do not support HDCP2.2 protocol.

Correct me if I'm wrong, this means possibly can't use soundbars to passthru content

i mean it is better to disable this option right?

what are you guys' experience when using soundbars, home theater system etc when it blocks the passthru and an "hdcp error" appears?

am I looking at this issue wrongly? please share

I received my 50UE630X today and I was wondering what will be the startup pack of APPS to be installed.
I know Kodi tops my list, but any other MUST-HAVE app?

Also looking to immediately be able to stream CNN, BBC and Football channels (I'm aware connection via streams is unreliable, but I want to try them out first before signing up for an "illegal" IPTV subscription.

Thanks for input guys

p/s: just to share, ESH promotion now is RM3k (including 5 years from Sharp) 50UE630X

excellent! thank you!!

hi bro

what has happened is i typed this (http://gen.-tec.co/gentecwiz/video%20addons/Oblivion%20Streams.zip) directly as if adding a repo

yeah thanks! i am sure it will work from usb

AVFAN, could you please direct us where to download the e-manual from?

This post has been edited by NotTheOne: Nov 1 2016, 08:38 AM

Hi guys,

Has anyone installed any VPN for the UE630X on the TV itself?

And is that a working alternative to putting a dns at the router?

Doing this to find a solution to allow netflix usa and other blocked content on kodi to load.

Thanks!

I see

but what I wanted to know really was, assuming netflix does not go on a quest to block them, is that the right method to use the VPN?

Is it just that simple or is there another correct way to install/run it?

Thanks

Hi guys,
Has anyone tried to remote view your sharp UE630X using any software like TeamViewer or Mobizen from laptop?
I know most of you will say use air mouse, which is the best option.
Reason for my asking is:
1. Just wondering if anyone has tried this.
2. More efficient control from my laptop when configuring Kodi and other apps.

I will appreciate any sharing even if no one has done this.

thanks!!

may be off topic here, but ill also include the below in the other android tv thread.

Just make sure to use the popcorntime website with the .sh extension for your downloads.

I scanned the downloaded .exe's from few other sites and it contains at least 1 irregularities (does not mean they're malware or virus. It only means the checksums been altered)

hi bros
solution is, when restart modem, wait until modem and internet connection is ON before going to youtube - giving it a 1min lead time will suffice.

Dear AVFAN and others still using ue630x

I am struggling and frustrated because I just did a system Factory reset.
Because Disney+ was giving me error and refuse to play. Occasionally the YouTube app will crash too
Now, after reset, the UI looks dated and even checking the network update it says updated.

Play store Version: 35.2.19-23 [8][PR] 522404461

Android security patch 1 Jan2018

Version 6.0.1
Build 31200 MUC91 release-keys


Please help guys. I have done hard reset of TV, internet etc

Hi bro AVFAN

I have no qualms on TV performance even before factory reset. The fear is Android version 6.01 is stopping Playstore to get updated.
In fact when I enter YouTube in the search box, nothing shows up. Even installed Disney+ and kept getting network error screen after multiple attempt to log in (successful) but then get Network error when try to play.

How do I update Playstore? I think I'm missing something here.

After factory reset I go through all steps and so something could be interrupted during my Android installation maybe?

Thanks again. I suspect others may also be facing my internet instability issue. Although I have confirmed that internet hardware and cables are 100%

Yes confirm issue is playstore
As even after update YouTube doesn't even show up in the search box. The default YouTube icon present on home screen doesn't open saying "this action is not allowed"

Basically Disney+ and Netflix also doesn't work. So might need to buy a simple Android box to use as proxy

If anyone finds a fix please let me know as this TV video and audio quality is better than Sony similar specs and size.

Yes I've been using Unblocktech ubox 3 (5years old very old box) without issue for the all around world channels. Including Malaysian Astro sports channels. Only issue it buffers. All China channels are better especially if you wanna follow any badminton.

Anyway. Reason I want to get new tv box is YouTube and Disney+ doesn't work properly on the ubox3. Netflix works well.

After i factory reset the TV. I did nothing different except connect LAN and sign on Google to setup. Update the Playstore 8apps and YouTube doesn't even show in it. Netflix is March 2023 update so I am guessing it will work better on TV. Only issue is the remote is slow and loading on TV also a bit slow. Unless do you use an Air mouse? The air mouse I use doesn't really respond for going back or to previous screen.

I have to check out what is iqiyi.
But for now main thing is I have to figure out how to solve this simple YouTube not working problem in the mean time waiting to buy simple TV box which allows Chrome browser and also YouTube. I heard YouTube isn't issue nowadays on most boxes but Chrome browser isn't straightforward.