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				<title>Samsung South Africa’s Latest Screen Line-up Unboxed, Bringing a New Era of Samsung AI TV</title>
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									<description><![CDATA[2024 products offer next-level home entertainment experience with advanced processors and powerful, AI-driven features   Yesterday Samsung South Africa]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3 style="text-align: center;"><em>2024 products offer next-level home entertainment experience with advanced processors and powerful, AI-driven features</em></h3>
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<p>Yesterday Samsung South Africa unveiled its 2024 TV and sound device line-up at the local Unbox &amp; Discover event which took place at Samsung Experience Store, Design Quarter, Johannesburg, showcasing the latest Neo QLED 8K and 4K, OLED TVs and sound devices. As the world’s leading TV manufacturer for 18 consecutive years<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[1]</sup></span></a>, Samsung’s offerings at this year’s event elevate the home entertainment experience with a range of powerful, AI-driven solutions.</p>
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<p>“We are expanding the limits of home entertainment by incorporating AI to transcend traditional viewing experiences,&#8221; said Mike van Lier, Vice President of the Consumer Electronics at Samsung South Africa. “This year’s TV line-up showcases our dedication to innovation, delivering products that not only of premium viewing quality but also significantly enrich our consumers’ lifestyles,” said Mike.</p>
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<h3><strong>Elevating Senses With Neo QLED 8K: Clarity, Sound and Smart Experiences</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Neo QLED 8K</strong> stands as the flagship of Samsung’s latest TV line-up, equipped with the advanced <strong>NQ8 AI Gen3 processor </strong>and marking a significant leap in AI TV technology. This processor features a Neural Processing Unit (NPU), along with an eightfold increase in neural networks from 64 to 512 — ensuring an exceptional viewing experience with crisp details, regardless of the input source.</p>
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<p>Every scene on the Neo QLED 8K is a feast for the eyes, thanks to its AI-driven picture technology. It brings out the finest details with outstanding clarity and naturalness, from facial expressions to the most subtle nuances. With <strong>8K AI Upscaling Pro</strong>,<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> users’ favourite shows and movies are transformed to closely match the 8K display, allowing them to enjoy the level of details and picture clarity that surpasses conventional 4K TVs.<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> Additionally, <strong>AI Motion Enhancer Pro</strong><a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4"><sup>[4]</sup></a> makes fast action smoother and clearer — a dream for sports fans — while <strong>Real Depth Enhancer Pro</strong> adds a lifelike depth to the picture and pulls viewers into the scene every time. All these features come together to redefine the big screen experience.</p>
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<p>The Neo QLED 8K also delivers audio powered by AI sound technology. This year’s <strong>Active Voice Amplifier Pro</strong> now excels at extracting dialogue from background noise, ensuring every word is heard clearly. <strong>Object Tracking Sound Pro</strong><a href="#_ftn5" name="_ftnref5"><sup>[5]</sup></a> also enriches the audio experience by syncing the sound with on-screen action, creating a more dynamic and engaging viewing experience. <strong>Adaptive Sound Pro</strong> further refines the audio experience by intelligently adjusting the audio to the content and room acoustics, for a genuinely rich and lifelike sound.</p>
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<p>The Neo QLED 8K also boasts AI features that understand and adapt to user needs. The <strong>AI Auto Game Mode</strong> kicks in during gaming, optimizing the visuals and audio for an even more immersive and engaging gaming experience. The <strong>AI Customization Mode</strong> adjusts the picture for each scene based on user preference, while <strong>AI Energy Mode</strong> saves power without compromising picture quality. These features ensure that Neo QLED 8K is easy, personalized, and energy efficient for all entertainment needs.</p>
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<p>The Neo QLED 8K available in two models, QN900D and QN800D, and in sizes of 65, 75, and 85 inches. While the Neo QLED 4K available in one model QN90D, and in sizes of 43, 50, 55, 65, 75, 86, and 98 inches. The Neo QLED 8K and 4K line-up promises an unparalleled viewing experience in the premium large-screen category.</p>
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<h3><strong>Smart Features With Samsung Tizen OS for Enhanced Integration and Personalization</strong></h3>
<p>In 2024, Samsung’s AI screens are set to redefine the user experience with advanced connectivity and a suite of smart features, apps and platforms. Leveraging the powerful Tizen OS, these innovations have created an ecosystem that is connected, personalized and secure through Knox Security. This allows devices to integrate effortlessly into users’ digital worlds, transforming screens into a central hub for all their needs.</p>
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<p>Samsung’s latest TVs are designed to connect with a smart ecosystem immediately upon setup. The moment users turn on their new Samsung TV, the TV recognizes and connects to existing networks and devices, all orchestrated through a simple notification on users’ smartphones. This effortless setup extends to all Samsung devices at home as well as third-party appliances and IoT devices, thanks to its compatibility with HCA and Matter. This eliminates the need for extra hubs, so everything from lighting to security sensors can be managed directly from the screen.</p>
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<p>Samsung’s 2024 screen line-up also brings integration with users’ smartphones to new heights. Users can simply bring their smartphone near the TV to activate <strong>Smart Mobile Connect</strong>, which turns the device into a universal remote for the TV and connected home appliances. Additionally, in 2024, users can use their smartphones as game controllers with a customizable user interface (UI) and haptic feedback, offering convenient and enhanced gameplay at their fingertips.</p>
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<p>Beyond connectivity, Samsung’s 2024 Smart TVs also provide highly personalized experience with its apps and platforms. With the latest addition of widgets, TV screens are now personalized dashboards that allow users to easily monitor home status, camera feeds, energy usage, weather updates and more.</p>
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<p>Security is paramount, and with Samsung Knox, every feature, app, and platform benefits from robust protection, allowing connected experiences to remain private and secure.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-19377" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/mk4-e1718291389538.png" alt="" width="1000" height="559" /></p>
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<h3><strong>Expansive Line-up for All Entertainment Needs: Neo QLED 4K, OLED and Sound Devices</strong></h3>
<p>An expanded and enhanced range of TVs and sound devices designed to offer consumers a wider array of choices to suit diverse lifestyles and preferences is being introduced by Samsung this year. This comprehensive line up underscores Samsung’s commitment to innovation and a customer-centric approach.</p>
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<p>The 2024 Neo QLED 4K line up brings cutting-edge innovations from the latest Neo QLED 8K flagship TVs, elevating the viewing experience with ground-breaking features powered by the <strong>NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor</strong>. This advanced chip breathes life into almost any content, rendering it in stunning 4K resolution. Enhanced by <strong>Real Depth Enhancer Pro</strong><a href="#_ftn6" name="_ftnref6"><sup>[6]</sup></a> and <strong>Quantum Matrix Technology</strong>, the screen ensures impeccable contrast even in complex scenes. With the world’s first <strong>Pantone Validated </strong>display for colour accuracy and <strong>Dolby Atmos</strong> for an immersive audio experience, Neo QLED 4K sets the bar for the ultimate 4K UHD experience. Neo QLED 4K will be available in sizes ranging from 55 to 98 inches, catering to diverse viewing environments.</p>
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<p>Samsung is also introducing the world’s first Glare-Free OLED, eliminating unnecessary reflection while preserving deep blacks and clear images under any lighting condition. Powered by the same formidable NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor as the Neo QLED 4K line up, Samsung’s OLED TVs boast features like the <strong>Real Depth Enhancer</strong> and <strong>OLED HDR Pro</strong>,<a href="#_ftn7" name="_ftnref7"><sup>[7]</sup></a> bringing picture quality to new heights.</p>
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<p>Additionally, with features such as <strong>Motion Xcelerator 144Hz</strong><a href="#_ftn8" name="_ftnref8"><sup>[8]</sup></a> ensuring smooth motion and quick response rates, Samsung OLED is the ultimate choice for gaming. Complemented by sleek designs, these OLED TVs elevate the viewing space. Available in South Africa in two models — S95D, S90D — ranging from 55 to 83 inches, there’s a perfect fit for every home.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-19385" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Samsung-OLED-4-e1718357930722.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="794" /></p>
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<p>The 2024 line-up also includes the latest Q-Series Soundbar, Q990D, which boasts an 11.1.4-channel setup with Wireless Dolby Atmos. This model comes with a host of features that stand as a testament to Samsung’s continued leadership as the world’s best-selling soundbar brand for the past 10 years<a href="#_ftn9" name="_ftnref9"><sup>[9]</sup></a>, featuring innovations such as <strong>Sound Grouping</strong> for pulsating, room-filling sound and an option for personal listening that allows users to enjoy their content through rear speakers without disturbing others.</p>
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<p>Lastly, Samsung has unveiled the all-new <strong>Music Frame</strong>, marrying premium audio with artistic design inspired by The Frame. This versatile device allows users to display personal pictures or artwork while enjoying wireless audio with smart features. Whether used as a standalone device or paired with a TV and Soundbar, the Music Frame promises an enhanced auditory experience that complements any space. The Music Frame will officially launch in South Africa in July 2024.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-19378" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/mk5-e1718291539230.png" alt="" width="1000" height="697" /></p>
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<p>Samsung is pleased to announce the pre-order availability of its AI-powered TVs. Buy the 2024 Samsung AI TVs now and get amazing deals. When you buy the 65&#8243; Neo QLED 8K TV, you get a R5 000 Samsung Online Store Voucher + Q-series Soundbar HW-Q990C, automatically added to cart. Offer valid 03 July 2024. T&amp;C&#8217;s apply.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-19379" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ZAS24084349-OneLaunch-June-Showcase-Catalogue_V1-e1718291469215.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="605" /></p>
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<p>Now it is your chance to get an exclusive offer with your order of a Samsung AI-powered TV. Available at participating retailers and <span><a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/offer/tvs-2024/pre-order/">Samsung.com</a></span>.</p>
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<p>For more information or to pre-order Samsung’s 2024 TV products, please visit <span><a href="http://www.samsung.com/za/">www.samsung.com/za/</a></span>.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[1]</sup></span></a> Based on Omdia confirmation letter (Feb-2024)</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[2]</sup></span></a> QN900D only. The features provided may vary by model.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[3]</sup></span></a> Based on findings from Samsung’s internal study. Actual experiences may vary depending on individual viewing conditions and content quality.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[4]</sup></span></a> QN900D only. The features provided may vary by model.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref5" name="_ftn5"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[5]</sup></span></a> QN900D only. The features provided may vary by model.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref6" name="_ftn6"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[6]</sup></span></a> Available on QN90 and QN95. The features provided may vary by model.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref7" name="_ftn7"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[7]</sup></span></a> OLED HDR Pro available on S95D. The features provided may vary by model.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref8" name="_ftn8"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[8]</sup></span></a> Motion Xcelerator 144Hz available on S95D and S90D. The features provided may vary by model.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref9" name="_ftn9"><span style="font-size: small;"><sup>[9]</sup></span></a> Based on futuresource confirmation letter (Feb-2024)</span></p>
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				<title>Super Big TV, Big Benefit: Samsung Announces Black Friday Deals with Offers on its Premium Television Range</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2023 17:58:42 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[  Get more this Black Friday with Samsung’s unbeatable offers. Designed for enthusiasts who want nothing less than the best, Samsung presents its]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17834" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Black-Friday-KV-2023.jpg" alt="" width="2226" height="1010" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Black-Friday-KV-2023.jpg 2226w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Black-Friday-KV-2023-1000x454.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Black-Friday-KV-2023-768x348.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Black-Friday-KV-2023-1024x465.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 2226px) 100vw, 2226px" /></p>
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<p>Get more this Black Friday with Samsung&#8217;s unbeatable offers. Designed for enthusiasts who want nothing less than the best, Samsung presents its remarkable 98&#8243; QLED 4K Q80C super big television. But that&#8217;s not all – purchase this model and receive the new Freestyle 2<sup>nd</sup> Gen smart projector for free<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span>[1]</span></a>, and qualify for Signature Service which includes Free delivery, Free installation, Expert product setup and exceptional customer service. Both these products epitomise Samsung&#8217;s commitment to delivering the ultimate viewing experiences to its consumers.</p>
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<p>Get to experience what majestic television viewing is all about through the super big 98” screen. Let every corner of your room immerse in a stadium or cinema-like experience with a screen size designed to captivate.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17838" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_Stand.jpg" alt="" width="6400" height="3600" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_Stand.jpg 6400w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_Stand-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_Stand-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_Stand-768x432.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_Stand-1024x576.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 6400px) 100vw, 6400px" /></p>
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<p>The picture quality is something to write home about with its Direct Full Array feature that promises ultra-fine contrast levels. Experience the deepest blacks and the purest whites, ensuring each scene feels lifelike. Whether you&#8217;re reminiscing with old videos or streaming your favourite Netflix or Prime Video flick, the Neural Quantum Processor enhances every frame, bringing it closer to 4K brilliance.</p>
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<p>With its powerful Neural Quantum Processor 4K, you get to experience the full benefits of the entire 98-inches and immerse yourself in the majestic pictures unfolding right in front of your eyes.  The powerful processor adjusts brightness, amplifies contrast, enhances objects and upscales resolution to turn everyday content into a feast for the eyes.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17839" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_WithSoundbar-1.jpg" alt="" width="6400" height="3600" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_WithSoundbar-1.jpg 6400w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_WithSoundbar-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_WithSoundbar-1-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_WithSoundbar-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/98Q80C_WithSoundbar-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 6400px) 100vw, 6400px" /></p>
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<p>Get to enjoy realistic images in amazing clarity and detail courtesy of the TV’s Quantum HDR+. This is a shift from merely watching your favourite content, be it sports, series or movies, to truly enjoying it. If you opt to stay home and enjoy a game on the TV as opposed to going to the stadium, you’ll have zero regrets as the huge screen that fills your wall brings you all the action as if you’re right in the arena. Besides delivering an awesome picture, the processor also optimises the sound quality of whatever you watch.</p>
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<p>You can find all your favourite content in one place with Smart Hub, which puts content curation and discovery in your hands, leaving you more time to stream and enjoy your shows instead of searching. For your optimal enjoyment, the TV comes with the Multi View feature, which lets you view different forms of content simultaneously, including live channels, apps, games, or the content mirrored from your mobile device.</p>
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<p>With the free Freestyle 2<sup>nd</sup> Gen smart projector as the cherry on top of your purchase, you gift yourself the magic of yet another viewing marvel. You get to expand your viewing horizons as you project up to a 100” screen size and enjoy a built-in sound system that resonates with clarity. The enhanced User Interface means you can navigate with ease, courtesy of the Smart TV capability, designed for a faster, smoother experience.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17844" src="https://news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2022-The-Freestyle_Lifestyle-Image_Soccer-1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
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<p>The only thing better than enjoying a monumental TV viewing experience is doing so with a remote control that’s a gift to the environment. As you go green with the solar-powered SolarCell Remote, you say goodbye to battery hassles as the remote works flawlessly without them.</p>
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<p>“We are thrilled to introduce two of our most innovative products to our Black Friday deals. Both the 98&#8243; QLED 4K Q80C and the Freestyle 2<sup>nd</sup> Gen smart projector gift will surely bring joy to our customers. These are testaments to Samsung&#8217;s dedication to bringing innovative technology into today&#8217;s households. We&#8217;ve raised the bar this Black Friday, to ensure that our customers receive value like never before,” said Mike van Lier, Vice President for Consumer Electronics at Samsung.</p>
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<p>Elevate your entertainment with 2023 Black Friday deals on these premium products that are available for a limited period at Samsung outlets and selected retail partners.</p>
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<p>Be sure to get more this Black Friday. To find out more, go to <span><a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/offer/blackfriday/">https://www.samsung.com/za/offer/blackfriday/</a> </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Samsung proudly supports Busan’s bid for the World Expo 2030.</strong></p>
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				<title>How TV is Effortlessly Changing Channels</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2020 17:20:21 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[  JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 15 January 2019 – The television isn’t just an electronic appliance. It’s an escape, a late-night companion, a gateway that]]></description>
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<p>JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 15 January 2019 – The television isn’t just an electronic appliance. It’s an escape, a late-night companion, a gateway that offers a glimpse into another place and time. Recently, televisions have evolved into devices, which are not only a source of entertainment, but also a control hub of the IoT (Internet of Things). Smart devices and appliances are now easily controlled with the click of button on the TV screen.</p>
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<p>Another evolution is the decrease in watching traditional TV channels. Streaming services such as Netflix have become hugely popular. While people might be using their mobile devices more, many still like to watch on a bigger screen. According to Netflix<span style="font-size: small;">*</span>, 70% of all viewing takes place on TV sets. This is one of the reasons why Samsung’s new range of <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/premium-uhd-4k-tv/">QLED TV’s 4K</a> content has captured the imagination of the world. Afterall, great content is enjoyed better on cutting-edge technology.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>You can now immerse yourself in every scene with incredible depth and detail when you buy a TV from the powerful QLED range. Switching between all your favourite streaming apps including YouTube, Apple TV and Netflix is effortless, using One Remote.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“This year’s QLED line-up takes innovation to a new level. It brings together innovative feature enhancements and exciting content and service partnerships, to deliver a truly ground-breaking viewing experience and unprecedented value,” says Nithia Pillay, Director of Consumer Electronics at Samsung South Africa.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Today’s intelligent TV’s can produce a picture that’s amazingly real. With Samsung’s pioneering <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv/highlights/">8K QLED</a> every scene is amazingly vivid and real. It’s like 3D without the glasses. With more colours than the human eye can see, infinite details and optimised audio you see, feel and hear your favourite TV content in a new way. Additionally, as you watch, it analyses what&#8217;s playing and automatically fine-tunes the picture and sound to your TV space. Which means, watching TV has become a fully immersive experience.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.trillmag.com/28326/read/culture/tv-film/how-tv-viewing-habits-are-changing/">* https://www.trillmag.com/28326/read/culture/tv-film/how-tv-viewing-habits-are-changing/</a></span></p>
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				<title>Thinking Inside The Box</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2019 19:13:01 +0000</pubDate>
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																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – December 18, 2019 – South Africans love their TV’s. From their favourite soapies to great sporting moments, it’s a part of our homes, culture and some of our best times with family and friends. However, when choosing a new TV, here are a few frequently asked questions you may need answered.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">What is a ‘Quantum Dot’?</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Quantum dots are tiny particles of between two and 10 nanometres in diameter. Each dot gives off a different colour according to its size. This is the reason they’re so brilliant at displaying colour.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">Is there a difference between OLED and QLED?</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>There definitely is. Since QLED TVs don’t use organic elements, they are essentially immune to screen burn-in. This is a display issue in which certain facets of an image shown on a TV screen, such as a channel logo, are either not shown properly, or fragments of that image remain on the screen. It then appears longer, as though it is embedded onto the display. In fact, TechRader addressed the QLED versus OLED debate by citing <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv/highlights/">Samsung QLED</a> as ‘’Capable of competing with and often surpassing even the best OLED’s.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">What does colour volume mean?</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>It means that colour doesn’t ever fade, in any lighting condition. It pinpoints colour accuracy, improved brightness and the deepest blacks are achieved on an active display.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">What TV is best for my bedroom?</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Screen size, resolution and display type, are all things to take into consideration to make sure it’s the right TV for your space. But the best place to start is viewing distance, which will ultimately help to determine those factors. Since the TV may be closer to you in the bedroom, a high-definition <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/premium-uhd-4k-tv/">4K TV</a> like Samsung QLED TV would be good to ensure that you get crisp details on screen despite it being in closer proximity. With the new <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv/highlights/">QLED 8K</a> the experience is heightened even more. Unlike conventional TV’s when you’re closer to the TV you see the actual picture, in crystal clarity, instead of a sea of fuzzy pixels. Of course, this is great in every other room as well.</p>
<h3></h3>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">What TV is best during the day?</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>When you watch TV during the day, the sun can wash out details or even completely cover up a portion of the screen. A TV with HDR (High Dynamic Range) helps in this situation as it keeps details clear on-screen even when the scene is dark or bright. In addition to HDR capabilities, consider picking up a TV which helps reflect light sources to lessen glare, like Samsung QLED.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Samsung 2019 QLED range is, however, an easy choice. It has taken the experience to a whole new level. Not only is the range, its largest screen size offering ever but it delivers, a truly incredible viewing experience and unprecedented value.</p>
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				<title>Why TV is still the biggest show</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:08:58 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[  • Over 90% of South Africans still watch live TV* • Local soap operas, reality TV and sports continues to enthral the nation* • The appetite for bigger,]]></description>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>• Over 90% of South Africans still watch live TV*<br />
• Local soap operas, reality TV and sports continues to enthral the nation*<br />
• The appetite for bigger, better screens is strong</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>From spellbinding soapies to edge-of-your-seat sporting moments, the beloved TV continues to entertain generations of South Africans. Living rooms in South Africa sometimes feel like arenas filled with an audience waiting to be amused, amazed and astounded. This is why the market for larger more immersive TV experiences is so significant. (do we have/need a SS stat?). An incredible example of these in-demand TV’s is <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv/highlights/">Samsung’s 2019 QLED TV</a> line-up, which features more screen size options, stunning picture quality, dazzling colours from every angle, exciting new design elements and intuitive smart TV upgrades.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“As family entertainment continues to evolve along with modern viewing habits, we’ve focused on the use of pioneering technology and AI to create unparalleled and personalised viewing experiences. The results are astounding,” says Nithia Pillay, Director of Consumer Electronics at Samsung South Africa</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Here are a few good reasons why TV is still the biggest show in South Africa:</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">TV has Authority</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>These days information is everywhere. But television has a particular authourity. People know what they see on TV has been verified, produced and created by professionals. This is why television remains the most popular and trusted platform for news, culture, sports and entertainment.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">TV Creates Communities</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Great television programmes create communities. TV shows, live events and news bind people together and elicit reactions on social networks.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">TV Inspires</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Television is an amazing educational tool. It gives us a different perspective on diverse cultures, promotes tolerance and global understanding of international issues. Through current affairs, discovery, lifestyle, cooking shows and children’s programmes, television inspires scientific and cultural curiosity.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">TV Scores Big</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Without television, professional sport would not be the same. Millions enjoy watching live sport every week, in ever-higher picture quality, and enjoy the sense of unity that sports creates.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">Technology is a GameChanger</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Intelligent TV’s can now produce a picture that’s amazingly real. With Samsung’s ground-breaking 8K QLED every scene is amazingly vivid and real. It’s like 3D without the glasses. Powered by Samsung’s proprietary Quantum Processor, the QLED range has more colours than the human eye can see, infinite details and optimised audio you see, feel and hear as if the match has come to life in front of you. Additionally, as you watch, it analyses what&#8217;s playing and automatically fine-tunes the picture and sound to your TV space. Which means you’re able to hear and feel the stadium erupt with celebration during the biggest moments. Sports Season has just got a lot more riveting.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“The QLED line-up brings together innovative feature enhancements and exciting content and service partnerships to deliver a truly ground-breaking viewing experience and unprecedented value,” concludes Nithia Pillay, Director of Consumer Electronics at Samsung South Africa.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Source:<br />
<span style="font-size: small;">*https://brcsa.org.za/#TV</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">**http://www.worldtelevisionday.tv/why-tv/</span></p>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2019 15:32:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 09 October, 2019 – Samsung has announced its partnership with the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, which will provide digital versions of the Museum’s art work to Samsung’s virtual Art Store on its lifestyle TV, The Frame. The State Hermitage will be the first Russian museum to feature its pieces in the Art Store collection, which is available to The Frame owners all over the world.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Art Store will feature 52 new works of art by world-renowned Russian and European painters. Pieces that are available through this partnership include, but are not limited to: “The Church Parade of the Finnish Life Guards Regiment” by Boris Kustodiev, “Poppy Field” by Claude Monet, “Rave te hiti aamu” by Paul Gauguin, “Houses Along a Road” by Paul Cezanne, “Boulevard Montmartre in Paris” by Camille Pissarro, “Lion Hunt in Morocco” by Eugene Delacroix, and “Meetings of Abraham and Melchizedek” by Peter Paul Rubens.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“Samsung is thrilled to provide even more globally renowned works of art in The Frame’s Art Store,” said Nithia Pillay, Director: Consumer Electronics at Samsung South Africa. “The State Hermitage Museum is home to some of the most well-known Russian paintings in the world, and this partnership is another important step forward in helping technology to blend more effortlessly into consumers’ lives.”</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>As of today, Samsung’s Art Store, offers more than 1,200 works by famous artists and photographers, including Cezanne, Rubens, Monet, Bosch, Klimt, Van Goghand many more. The Frame&#8217;s Art Store also includes art works from world renowned museums and galleries such as the Prado, the Albertina, the Tate, the Uffizi, the Victoria and Albert Museum, Magnum Photos, and LUMAS.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>To elevate the art work that appears on The Frame, the TV can be displayed in multiple ways, from a Studio Stand wall mounted with virtually no gap or cluttered cables with the single invisible connection. 2019 models of The Frame and The Serif will feature QLED picture quality, ensuring that both lifestyle TV sets are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also equipped with unsurpassed image quality in 4K resolution, 100% colour volume and high contrast levels.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>In addition to partnering with the State Hermitage Museum on exclusive pieces for the Art Store, Samsung displayed more than 29 of their TV models at Cosmocow 2019, which ran from Sept. 5 to Sept. 8 in Moscow. The art fair, one of the most popular events for art collectors, designers and architects in Moscow, drew in more than 3,000 VIP visitors and upwards of 30,000 visitors overall.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung TVs, including lifestyle sets such as The Frame and The Serif and the company’s premium <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv/technology/">QLED 8K TV</a> models, were integrated throughout the fair in a variety of setups. Models were on display in the VIP lounge, media lounge and in multiple gallery booths, including the ARTIS Gallery, Artwin Gallery, Anna Nova Gallery, Triangle Gallery, MIRRA Gallery and more.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>For more information on Samsung’s QLED 8K, The Frame and The Serif, please visit www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv.</p>
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				<title>The Summer of Sports</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2019 21:32:46 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[  JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 19 September 2019 – As Winter gives way to Summer, the season many have waited for really begins – the Sports Season.]]></description>
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<p>JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 19 September 2019<strong> – </strong>As Winter gives way to Summer, the season many have waited for really begins – the Sports Season. Everything from football to cricket is in full swing, and this year especially is no exception, with the drama and excitement of the Springboks taking on the world. While most of us will not make it to Japan for the glorious spectacle, new innovations in TV allow us to witness the vibrant green of the pitch and watch the ball fly through the air, making us feel like we’re in the middle of the action.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>An incredible example of this is <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv/highlights/">Samsung’s 2019 QLED TV</a> line-up, which features more screen size options, stunning picture quality, dazzling colours from every angle, exciting new design elements and intuitive smart TV upgrades. All of which points to a massive upgrade on your match day seat.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">You Don’t Have to Be There to Be There</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Sports fans always rightfully point to the atmosphere of a sports stadium as the ultimate way to watch a game or race. In many ways they’re right. However, there are the downsides, or better put, the upsides – groups of people standing up in front of you, obscuring your view of the field. The hard plastic seats don’t help either. Then there’s the long queues at the restrooms and the overflowing parking bays all with the possibility of bad weather. And most of us now not only follow the action in front of us, but also the reaction to every goal, tackle or bad referee call on platforms like Twitter. Unfortunately, in big stadiums, getting signal is often as difficult as predicting who will win a penalty shootout.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">Technology Is a Game Changer</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Intelligent TV’s can now produce a picture that’s amazingly real. With Samsung’s ground-breaking 8K QLED every scene is amazingly vivid and real. It’s like 3D without the glasses. With more colours than the human eye can see, infinite details and optimised audio you see, feel and hear as if the match has come to life in front of you. Additionally, as you watch, it analyses what&#8217;s playing and automatically fine tunes the picture and sound to your TV space. Which means you’re able to hear and feel the stadium erupt with celebration during the biggest moments. Sports Season has just got a lot more riveting.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“This year’s line-up brings together innovative feature enhancements and exciting content and service partnerships to deliver a truly ground-breaking viewing experience and unprecedented value. As the electronics partner to the Springboks, we’re excited about the possibilities QLED brings to sports fans,” says Nithia Pillay, Director of Consumer Electronics at Samsung South Africa.</p>
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				<title>Digital Migration in Africa</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2019 15:48:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<li style="list-style-type: none;">
<ul>
<li>Digital Migration is set to make a difference in Africa</li>
<li>It opens up a world of opportunity</li>
<li>Samsung QLED TV is part of a welcome technological evolution</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>It’s been over a decade since it was decided that all of Africa’s broadcast companies convert to digital terrestrial television (DTT). The process has however been delayed for many reasons. DTT uses less spectrum than analogue signals and the conversion was meant to free up spectrum for other applications. Spectrum relates to the radio frequencies allocated to the mobile industry and other sectors for communication over the airwaves. Only a few African countries such as Tanzania, Rwanda and Kenya were able to meet the goal. South Africa came close, with its broadcasters moving to a “dual illumination” mode, which transmits both digital and analogue signals. But much of Africa still has far to go to achieve the objective.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="color: #000080;">Why Digital Migration Matters</span></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Shifting to a digital format offers a number of advantages, including improved reception quality, expanded channel options and the ability to add enhanced applications like video-on-demand. Additionally, once TV broadcasting switches to digital, the freed-up spectrum can be used for wireless applications, like those required for 5G for smartphones, that could contribute to broader economic growth. Then there are the added advantages of maximising the potential of pioneering technology like <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv/technology/">Samsung’s 8K QLED</a>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The QLED range offers crystal clear TV and a host of incredible benefits to viewers. This includes more screen size options, stunning picture quality enhancements, dazzling colours from every angle, exciting new design elements and it provides even more entertainment options. It does this by offering a new iTunes Movies and TV Shows app and supports Apple AirPlay 2.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The shift to digital will unlock even more potential from both 4K and 8K technology. 8K QLED can upscale current content to a level closer to 8K. However, digital migration will allow for the creation and viewing of content that even more matches the tech that goes into the breath-taking QLED range. It’s therefore important that digital migration is still on the agenda for most African countries. The continent has 54 countries and each presents broadcasters with unique challenges in the shift from analogue to digital signals.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>When it does, pioneering advancements in mobile technology, as well as pioneering products like Samsung QLED, will capture our imagination even more so.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>DTT info sourced from: </em><span><a href="http://www.intelsat.com/news/blog/digital-television-slowly-coming-to-african-viewers/"><em>http://www.intelsat.com/news/blog/digital-television-slowly-coming-to-african-viewers/</em></a></span></p>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2019 19:07:17 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[  • QLED delivers a breath-taking choice of entertainment • Gamers now have a TV that does what few TV’s ever could • QLED is connecting South Africans to]]></description>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>• QLED delivers a breath-taking choice of entertainment<br />
• Gamers now have a TV that does what few TV’s ever could<br />
• QLED is connecting South Africans to the world like never before</p>
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<p>When Samsung announced its <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/tvs/qled-tv/highlights/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2019 QLED</a> range, Forbes Magazine described it has having “Pictures that are as breath-taking as they are ground-breaking”. All around the world new QLED customers agree. Besides the revolutionary picture quality and audio experience, it’s a smart TV that takes innovation and artificial intelligence into a new era. This is reflected in the content, streaming options and gaming technology.</p>
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<h3><span style="color: #000080;">Game on – QLED is made for winners</span></h3>
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<p>With QLED, Real Game Enhancer optimises the gaming experience through a unique set of gaming features. It features AMD Radeon Freesync<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> variable refresh rate technology, which helps prevent tearing and stuttering, as well as Game Motion Plus, which removes motion blur and judder. Real Game Enhancer combines these technical innovations with Auto Game Mode, which minimises input lag on compatible devices. It also includes AI-based audio and video enhancements that optimise the settings to deliver cinematic sound and smooth, lifelike visuals that can remain clear even during bright and dark scenes. QLED is clearly a level up all gamers will love.</p>
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<h3><span style="color: #000080;">A New World of Entertainment Has Arrived</span></h3>
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<p>Samsung QLED takes the viewing experience to the next level by offering iTunes Movies and TV Shows and Apple AirPlay 2 support. In an industry first, it includes a new Apple iTunes Movies and TV Shows app which offers endless movies and series from around the world. Using the new iTunes Movies and TV Shows app you can access your existing iTunes library and browse the iTunes Store to buy or rent from a selection of hundreds of thousands of movies and TV episodes — including the largest selection of 4K HDR movies. With AirPlay 2 support, Samsung customers will be able to effortlessly play videos, photos, music, podcasts and more from Apple devices directly to Samsung Smart TVs, including QLED 4K and 8K TVs as well as other Samsung UHD and HD models. Overall, streaming the content you want has never been more effortless.</p>
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<h3><span style="color: #000080;">TV has never been smarter</span></h3>
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<p>QLED 2019 even offers more ways for you to discover and watch content. It features an improved Artificial Intelligence algorithm that uses your subscription services, favourite content and TV viewing habits to offer customised recommendations about what to watch. You can also even use the new Voice Command and Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant to easily control your TV and access content. And with Samsung’s OneRemote you can quickly and easily navigate your content. Then with the addition of Far Field Voice Capability on the OneRemote, you can control your TV by voice, even if you are across the room from the remote.</p>
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<p>Mega entertainment, awe-inspiring gaming, endless content and cutting-edge convenience – those are just some of the ways Samsung QLED has changed TV forever.</p>
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