QUOTE(Jellyjian @ Mar 13 2025, 07:53 PM)
Actually looking to replace a 48' LG OLED A series - due to dead pixel on the edges (read from the net, that panels from around that batch/year has manufacturing defect leading to early failure/dead pixels forming around the edge)
Proceeded with warranty claim (covered by AIA electronic extended warranty program)
Deemed no replaceable part/repairable so they are covering the purchase price, asking to choose preferred models to replace/top up
Too bad, I don't see any A series in market currently;
Stepping up to B series, starting at minimum 55 inch is almost double the price already
Stepping up to C series, at 48 inch, would cost around 1k + more
Primary usage is for family to watch shows/movie with TV box with no gaming
HAIER pops up as a very affordable and budget choice..
That's unfortunate .
The A series are severely watered down , from its mainline and flagship ( mainly the C and G series ) , to the point LG specifically downgrade the panel just so they can sell the C and G series.
As always you have got moronic salesman and lowyat forumers telling you those are great deals but in actual reality its all sales pitch.
To make it worse , it isn't actually that much cheaper. You are better off getting last year's C models , if your warranty is covered by LG.
If its the shop that cover for you , meaning you can choose any other brand , get Samsung's last year or even last last year's QD OLEDs , which are likely on major discounts right now.