Reasons to buy: Being divorced, I no longer have someone telling what I can and can not spend my money on. Reason 2- I no longer have to share the tv with anyone. Reason 3- I no longer have someone else buying their crap with my money. Reason 4- It looks gorgeous!
Why would you marry someone who dictates how you can spend your money? I guess i can understand if you suddenly started going nuts, and gambling or something, but in the general sense it seems odd to commit to someone who has a penchant to control you. Sorry i'm not mocking your choices, i'm sure you have a good reason, it's just it seems like that is a VERY common problem, so it's more of an outward question.
here is 7 reason to keep your Curve screen curve :-) 1. They improve immersion 2.The sense of ‘depth’ is enhanced 3. You get a wider field of view 4. Contrast is better than ‘non-curved’ screens 5. Uniform viewing distance 6. You get a wider effective viewing angle 7. Curved TVs just look cool
“In 5 years that curved screen on your wall is gonna look as cool as a pair of acid wash mum jeans” loool the fact that its 2021, curved TVs are still a thing and mum jeans are back in fashion is crazy 😂😂😂
Yeah sure, but to be fair, they are not as hyped as they used to be, like, a l o t less. The hype now is with those super slick frame TV's by Samsung (at least where i am anyway). PC monitors is another story though, since it's only usually one person at the PC, all those disadvantages become redundant, and immersion goes through the roof, especially with ultrawides. So the guy was not wrong, his time frame was a little off though, for living room TV's they have died down a lot, because of how they stick out, and the viewing angles (obviously not an issue if you live alone).
@tyler tripp, I have to disagree. they are out.... as in no longer in the limelight. LG CX, Sony H900, .... all the hotly reviewed TVs are not curved.They might still be sold, but is relegated to the background as a niche.
Or you could ignore this pointless video and buy whatever the hell you want. It's your money and your choice. We have a curved TV and its the best screen I have ever seen.
@@EnkDripp make sure you dont get anything under the 8 series. I have Samsung curved 6 and 8 series and the picture is far far better on the 8 series. The blacks are actually a deep black. Unlike 6 and 7 series.
in 2020, it's been proven that curved TVs are out. This guy is right, It's just a fad. Didn't really improve the the picture quality, same panel but curved. thank goodness the manufacturers came to their senses and focused on OLEDs and other technologies to get deeper blacks, more accurate colors and higher refresh rates. @sly , curved TVs are definitely out. check out the line for LG, Samsung, Sony. How many of their lineup has curved TVs vs flat TVs?
I saw this video at 2019 and curved 4k 65 under 1k is an impressive gaming and movie experience. So, no fad, stood the test of time because frankly it’s an awesome experience from 65’ or more and now are cheap.
This video was made in 2014 and as I work at Best Buy I can say curved TV was indeed a fad. We have all open box curved screens 55 inches and up on clearance for under $700. We're carrying less of them.
Two advantages of the curved screen: 1. I can see the appeal to gamers who may currently have 3 monitors, & see this as the next step.. 2. If they take off, normal flat screen prices will plummet, which is a win for me!! ;-)
don't really see how flat screen price will plummet. curved screen will always be more expensive whilst flat will remain pretty much the same. The only reason flat screen price will plummet is only because Chinese manufacturer are taking over.
Dude is absolutely right. Went to buy a 50" curved 4k TV online and there isn't one so I called my friend who works at Bestbuy and he said they don't make curved TV's anymore and if they do it's not many.
Nice review! A no BS direct approach and not overly being one-sided too, I also liked how you included the reasons to buy one. I just bought the 55" curved TV as a xmas pressy to myself, and it's awesome, but like it's flat screen cousins, it has a couple of things to adjust to, but it didn't stop me from trying one in the showroom. I remember when flat screen tube televisions were introduced, there were the same concerns about the flatness of the picture, everyone was too use to their bubble screen TV's, flat screens just looked flat and dead. The same said about widescreens, people bought to attention the black bars either side when watching 4.3 aspect ratio on these 16:9 screens, because widescreen movies/programs weren't as available or as popular on local TV network broadcasts back then as they are now. A curved display is more a personal thing to me, if I want to immerse myself in a movie, I watch my curved TV, family nights are also enjoyed on the same TV with no complaints, but they also have the option to watch our standard 55" flat screen in the family room. They don't stick out that much, It's the curvature that's noticeable yes, but it takes up as much real estate on my cabinet as my flat panel did. If its aesthetics your worried about then stick with a flat panel. Picture distortion seated from certain side viewing angles are noticeable, and don't deny it, we all rush to get the center position, it's the optimum seating for a curved or flat display. I noticed with the curved, seated at the perfect distance, the screen surrounds my field of vision more so when you turn your head either left or right, you will still be looking directly at an undistorted picture from the same viewing distance as looking at it direct front and center. With the same centered seating position, but now viewing my flat panel from the same approach as above, I feel the edge of the picture looks slightly distorted because there is now no longer the same viewing distance, my field of vision is adjusting to a viewing angle that's creating a kind of optical vanishing point that leads away from me, so regardless of which screen I watch, I found there will always be some kind of "FOV" distortion. Cheap seats?... I would like to take a moment to thank my family for their hilarious impersonations of bumper cars and futile attempts of rushing around to try and steal dads chair on movie night! The size of a TV matters, of course every body would love to own a huge 100" screen, I know I would, the more real estate, the better the in house movie experience. Owning a smaller screen isn't just a novelty. I also own a 34" curved ultra-wide 21:9 PC monitor, It's great for gaming, movies and your basic everyday PC activities. I've never looked back to my 29" ultra-wide 21:9 flat screen. With the curved screen, I feel more connected to my work on my PC. Price is always a factor with new tech releases, it's the rule of thumb, it's new, it's fresh so it includes a hefty price tag until the opposition releases their "newer" version, probably using cheaper parts and labor, that's usually when the price drops. Yes I am guilty of throwing money around, and why not, myself and my family bathes in the rewards and spoils of my hard earned cash! Hope this FAD remains for the long run, I'll be keen to see how this tech advances in the future ahead.
Dick Jense Cheers, just trying to be as honest as I can be with my own personal opinion, I'm happy with my curved displays and I may look at buying a 3rd for my man cave.
Completely agree... it's so true that just when flat and thin tvs started to adorn the walls, now there will be slight protrusions on the left and right side of the tv. Uncalled for change.
I have one . . . and it's the GREATEST THING OF ALL TIME! I wish I had bought a bigger one, though, while they were available. I'm considering buying a second one to have as a spare.
Now I know one reasons why not to watch CNET reviews. They don't know what they talking about. Few months ago I was like them but now I know curved TVS are amazing. Flat TV make you feel like you watching something thru the window 6 feet away from the window. Curved TV make you feel like you watching thru the window very close to the window. After watching curved TV for long time flat TV looks like painting on the wall lol.
I know they don't make them anymore but I still love my curved 65' Samsung series 9 and to be honest it still looks as good as any new TV in the stores today and the picture looks great from any angle. I was going to get a bigger one for my next house but I guess I will just keep the one I have now.
A lot of people thumbed down this video in 2014. Now it's three years later and both curved TV's and 3D TV's are disappearing in the stores. Even if you love your curved TV it is obvious by now that this was a fad.
My 2008 (7 yr old), Panasonic 50" plasma still looks great to me and it was just under $1,000 way back then. Plan on picking up a 55" LED smart TV for under $600 soon.
+iMarrs Just bought the higher end non-curved 40" 4K U700 Samsung. But i must have done it because I couldn't afford a bigger screen right? I have a 4K screen in each room. No curved screens. I only accept quality. That means no range rover. the parlor has an 80". the kitchen has a 55". the guest rooms each have a 50" my desk has a 30" 5K and the 40" 4K is a second monitor/TV next to the desk. lol don't assume because us super rich don't buy your fads, that it's because we're not able to afford one. luxury is fake quality for poor people to feel rich. :) have a good day.
If you can afford it I would recommend one. I got a Samsung HU9000 and it is the best TV I have ever owned. Yes it was expensive spent $3500 on it but you can tell that they put a lot of quality into it
Lawrence Khellendrose When you have multiple people viewing the TV, it's gonna look bad to some of them. The reason you paid so much so was you could get the expieriance, yet some people are not able too.
Costlyrocket I have had all 4 3D glasses running and everyone loved it. It's an amazing tv, the only thing myself and others have noticed is that the definition is so good it almost looks to real.
Bullshit reasons. It's so unprofessional it's shocking! - It's not a fad - It's barely more expensive than your regular flat tv - It does make a difference - It doesn't look creepy - it looks beautiful - Not everyone hides their TV in a wall, so the curve actually looks amazing - Also what's wrong with a big TV? Don't want it? Just go buy a 32" or something. And no, you don't need 100" - around 65" is a sweet spot. They're still quite affordable, they look great and they're not too big to fit in your living room. - Also even when you're sitting far from the center, you can still watch it no problem. Also how many people watch TV with 6 other people. - And no, flat TVs won't be back! Just like 1080p, 720p or CRTs won't be back! BTW Curved TVs are awesome. Go get one!
+Mateusz Wojtkiewicz - It is more expensive overall. You can get a decent 55" 4K tv for €700 but you can't get a decent 55" 4K curved tv for that price. When you start looking at €3000 4K tvs the difference between flat and curved is not that big. - Depending on the actual panel of the tv the viewing angles can be tricky. A curved IPS panel is going to have much better viewing angles than a curved TN or VA panel. Although there are some Sony TVs with VA panels that has great viewing angles. But I do agree with most of your points.
+Mateusz Wojtkiewicz It is geometrically less efficient than a flat panel at delivering an image to a large audience. This is math, not an opinion. The reason it is a fad: The very thing that makes this thing "cool" is also the very thing that reduces the viewing angle. THE SECOND people stop thinking that curved is cool, this whole fad will disappear, just like 3D TVs. If we both have 70" 4K TVs but mine is flat and yours is curved. The amount of "immersion", or whatever it is you gain, won't outweigh the fact that if you are not in the center you are looking at a smaller than 70" TV. Once again, this is math, not an opinion.
Mateusz Wojtkiewicz Theaters have been using curved screens for decades but not to make things "more immersive" or whatever bullshit the TV manufacturers are spitting at you. The reason number 1 is to correct for the distortion you get with a flat image being projected from a single point on to a large screen. Like a projector. Reason 2. Exceptionally large screens like an IMAX theater. In both cases you have carefully designed custom screens for their given rooms because with curved screens you limit your viewing angle. A poorly designed theater has fewer seats in the "sweet" spot. Neither of these reason really apply to TVs unless you are going for a really large TV for only 1 or 2 people. Forget about having Superbowl parties or a bunch of people over to watch a movie, You are basically "hogging" the screen unless you go so big that every is in the sweet spot. Here is a more in depth analysis. gizmodo.com/why-curved-tvs-arent-just-another-gimmick-1502249372 It's not all negative. There are reasons for a curved TV but at the added cost and limited applications? no thanks
I saw my sisters curved, it was great, her husband is a teacher and has been using for class during the pandemic. I swear he has 100 plus icons for his laptop. He says it's great to really see all of his students for class, i just ordered mine. Cant wait.
Watched one for myself and I'm a believer now! I couldn't stop thinking about it for the next week. I can't wait to get one. Hopefully I can wait out the first gen ones as the newer ones will probably have better features and price.
Number 5 is not a very good reason. it's a curved tv so of course its going to stick out. Thats like saying you shouldn't buy an electric car because it doesn't take gas, or you shouldn't buy a tablet because it doesn't have a keyboard. Thats the whole point. You can't fault something for being different on the merit that it's different. What he should have said is "I don't get the point", or "I don't understand the reason for the change",.
Totally true, people use to think that if something is new is because it's better, but it is not. I was always taking a look out on those details you just mentioned. :) Nice video.
I don't think cnet understands the reasoning behind curved displays. The fact that he always does these "reasons not to buy" makes him really unlikable and annoying.
Im going to purchase the samsung 55" curved UE8500 myself after xmas, im due an upgrade anyway, can anyone comment on viewing experiances? angles etc? any distortions when viewing from the side? damn im confused right now lol
I got a 65" curved Samsung TV 2018 and now I want a 85"... I'm obsessed with how dynamic my TV looks ...paid around $1600 I don't even like flat TV's anymore they look so regular and boring now.
The curved tv actually helps people sitting on the sides to see better, that is why imax at theaters are curved in the first place, he doesnt know what he is saying at all.
well everything he said was wrong, its 2k16 curved tvs are affordable, you dont need to buy really big to be immersive, sitting closer is better for 4k definition, and curved is more available than flat option and its also cool as hell. you are supposed to get a good view no matter where you sit.
This is the problem that CRTs had, its called geometric distortion except now its outward not inward and now it is done on purpose. For graphics design a straight line will appear curved, and it will be more difficult to know if its straight. Its a slight problem for gaming too, say in a first person shooter, if there is an enemy off in the distance on one of the sides of the screen, you may think they are on the same horizontal plane as your crosshairs, and if you only move the stick to the right or left and not up and down, all of a sudden the enemy will not actually be lined up with your crosshairs, you won't get that head shot as fast as the enemies position will appear to change when it hasn't. They only have one advantage, the center of the screen is less likely to be damaged while shipping because its at a further distance from the outside of the cardboard.
I have a ks9500 curved 65 had it for over a year when i visit friends and family with there standard big screen tvs i truely notice a diference my curved tv is more relaxing and it feels sometimes liike im actually in the movie ill be looking out for another 65 curved tv for sure !!
I bought a curved Samsung QLED TV 2 years ago for around $4000 because the flat OLED I wanted was $6000 and a bit too pricey. Since then the price on the same now older model OLED dropped down to $2000 so I bought it for another room in our house. I prefer the curved QLED. The infinite contrast on the OLED is nice but the QLED is wayyyy brighter which I prefer. Plus there are other ways to mount it - I hung it from the ceiling about a foot from the wall and it looks super slick. I do not think I will ever liken it to acid wash jeans. Lol
people, its not that you cant see anything if youre at an angle, its that the picture will look distorted, some people dont notice it, good for them, they can enjoy their tv at any angle and do movie nights with other people, but many others do notice the distortion and its annoying, me for example
Its sad that companies waste time and resources on pointless ideas like this.. whoever thought that curve tv's were going to be a hit, needs to be fired!
I think curve screens have a strong potential for smartphones and wearables, though I agree the current curve TV needs further innovations instead of releasing it onto the market!!
I would never buy a curved TV, but I think it's cool that companies are willing to try out something new and different, even if its a failure. If people were afraid of failure and trying new things, then none of the great inventions that we use today would have been invented.
its pretty nice having one, like you are wearing Virtual headset on your face.. you will notice like you have 3 monitors infront of you.. though you have tobe at the middle point position of the tv...
The only valid point made in the video was about the picture distortion you experience when viewing from a wider angle. The optimal distance from the TV is 4.2 meters (according to MKBHD) but it can be difficult to achieve depending on your room.
I had the LG 34" monitor and I wish it curved a little in the end. I can't be too far from the monitor cause of my vision. Being so close though I couldn't see the sides cause they're no longer on my field of vision so I have to keep turning my head. lol.
In a sense, the term "gimmicks" to coin the curve is actually right. I have tested the TV and I noticed the "immerse" experience you get is similar to when you try watching your big screen 65 inches plus TV when sitting in the best possible spot, center and closer. I have a 65 inches Samsung TV and I also felt similarly immersed when sitting at a particular position because the TV is so huge. The reason it is a gimmick because the curve "forces" the watcher to sit at the best position to feel the marketed immerse effect, once you sit too far or at an angle, it feels similar to any TV. Aside from that I don't intend to go back to buy a TV from Samsung since their TV's speaker is not up to standards and the remote control is unresponsive compare to others on the market. Another thing is a personal preference, Samsung or Korean's TV in general boost up the contrast or the color too much on their TV that it make my eyes too tired out after watching.
I have to admit I was looking for legit bad reasons not to buy a curved. It's not found here.. I wanted one prior and since watching this I will buy one today. Like one response said.. this video exists just because it can exist.
My Samsung curved TV that I purchased around 2015 has a better picture than the Samsung crystal 70 inch I just purchased The only issue I’ve had with the curve TV is the smart apps like Netflix and stuff constantly freezes after the first 2 years of use so I. Use a fire stick now Love that TV since they are going away now I’m going to purchase a 65 inch and keep it in the box in the back of the closet and pull it out when nobody has one anymore
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Reasons to buy:
Being divorced, I no longer have someone telling what I can and can not spend my money on.
Reason 2- I no longer have to share the tv with anyone.
Reason 3- I no longer have someone else buying their crap with my money.
Reason 4- It looks gorgeous!
CaptainDoofy As being a divorced man....I couldn’t agree with you more lol
Sounds nice
God bless MGTOW.
Why would you marry someone who dictates how you can spend your money? I guess i can understand if you suddenly started going nuts, and gambling or something, but in the general sense it seems odd to commit to someone who has a penchant to control you. Sorry i'm not mocking your choices, i'm sure you have a good reason, it's just it seems like that is a VERY common problem, so it's more of an outward question.
@@spluesh lol, this movement is spreading everywhere
here is 7 reason to keep your Curve screen curve :-)
1. They improve immersion
2.The sense of ‘depth’ is enhanced
3. You get a wider field of view
4. Contrast is better than ‘non-curved’ screens
5. Uniform viewing distance
6. You get a wider effective viewing angle
7. Curved TVs just look cool
They look stupid, ugly, and outdated not cool
8. It's 2020 and you can buy a 65" 4k curved Samsung for $700.
@@sbridge3432from where? u from america
I think it's kinda bad, the curved screen made my eyes dizzy, my uncle has a monitor that is curved and i'm kinda getting dizzy because of that.
@@acommentator69 lol they look great. Try watching movie on curved one and then on flat one and then talk.
“In 5 years that curved screen on your wall is gonna look as cool as a pair of acid wash mum jeans” loool the fact that its 2021, curved TVs are still a thing and mum jeans are back in fashion is crazy 😂😂😂
Before this video i was considering.. Now im gonna buy one!!!
SaQull this vídeo Made me buy.. lol
Someone's never had more than one monitor....
Dude when you're sitting right in front of it, the curve is very immersive.
Drunken Punk 800 Maybe the guy who can only see out of one eye should tone down his loud opinions on visual media.
They only suck half blind men like you and i.
SaQull hihihi lol
The shittiest five reasons not to buy something of all times. god damn!
yeah THEIR RUBISH
LMl BOSS Or Rubbish
Yeah, he's just a hater who needed to be heard! I have one on the way now and i know it's dope because my neighbor has it too!!!
"THEY THTICK OUT!"
"TVs HAVE WINGTH!"
Andrew Mielke Lml
Please fire this guy ...don't let him do more reviews, he doesn't make accurate points and hes offensive and leaves a unprofessional review.
I agree!
Inspire Yeah, like what the hell was up with point number 1? it was totally subjective.
Inspire Yeah, like what the hell was up with point number 1? it was totally subjective.
He doesn't work for CNET anymore. Good or bad news?
Inspire Agreed!
"It's a fad. 5 years later curved won't exist."
2020 and they're still here. Bet you feel like a dummy.
Yeah sure, but to be fair, they are not as hyped as they used to be, like, a l o t less. The hype now is with those super slick frame TV's by Samsung (at least where i am anyway). PC monitors is another story though, since it's only usually one person at the PC, all those disadvantages become redundant, and immersion goes through the roof, especially with ultrawides.
So the guy was not wrong, his time frame was a little off though, for living room TV's they have died down a lot, because of how they stick out, and the viewing angles (obviously not an issue if you live alone).
tyler tripp AND BETTER THAN EVER I JUST BOUGHT A 65” SAMSUNG AND I LOVE IT
Just bought a 55" Samsung for my gaming setup and it's amazing!
@tyler tripp, I have to disagree. they are out.... as in no longer in the limelight. LG CX, Sony H900, .... all the hotly reviewed TVs are not curved.They might still be sold, but is relegated to the background as a niche.
Samsung not making anymore curved tvs after the 8300 model.... so I heard
Or you could ignore this pointless video and buy whatever the hell you want. It's your money and your choice. We have a curved TV and its the best screen I have ever seen.
Hopefully they bring out a curved printer that prints on curved paper so I can wipe my curved ass with it.
thats actually really funny
Haha so funny. 😅😅😅😅😅😅
SJB666 I have no idea why I find this so funny it is 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
SJB666 Thicc curved ass
5 years, and curved tvs still around! And that's the best purchase i did, this guy doesn't know what is talking about!
I'm thinking about buying one now....the Samsung 55 or 65 will be good enough for my wife and I....what do you think TODAY in 2020?
@@EnkDripp i'm still very satisfy with my purchase, and i think you will too!
@@EnkDripp make sure you dont get anything under the 8 series. I have Samsung curved 6 and 8 series and the picture is far far better on the 8 series. The blacks are actually a deep black. Unlike 6 and 7 series.
SOMONE told me the EXACT same thing and I wish I would have purchased it then IM BUYING IT!!!!!! THANK YOU FOR THIS COMMENT
in 2020, it's been proven that curved TVs are out. This guy is right, It's just a fad. Didn't really improve the the picture quality, same panel but curved. thank goodness the manufacturers came to their senses and focused on OLEDs and other technologies to get deeper blacks, more accurate colors and higher refresh rates. @sly , curved TVs are definitely out. check out the line for LG, Samsung, Sony. How many of their lineup has curved TVs vs flat TVs?
It's 2016 now. Curved proved to be good.
this video was made in early 2014
its 2015
Tommy Whitaker and you are still a kid
How do you know that
Magic ;)
I saw this video at 2019 and curved 4k 65 under 1k is an impressive gaming and movie experience. So, no fad, stood the test of time because frankly it’s an awesome experience from 65’ or more and now are cheap.
This video was made in 2014 and as I work at Best Buy I can say curved TV was indeed a fad. We have all open box curved screens 55 inches and up on clearance for under $700. We're carrying less of them.
So true 5 years later and no curved tvs are around lol
I love my LG OLED Curved TV. Yes, you don't need it but damn it looks good.
Two advantages of the curved screen:
1. I can see the appeal to gamers who may currently have 3 monitors, & see this as the next step..
2. If they take off, normal flat screen prices will plummet, which is a win for me!! ;-)
I am with you on this :)
don't really see how flat screen price will plummet. curved screen will always be more expensive whilst flat will remain pretty much the same.
The only reason flat screen price will plummet is only because Chinese manufacturer are taking over.
Yaaaawn
just simple economics. too bad you can't understand :\
Patronise much? Lol
Dude is absolutely right. Went to buy a 50" curved 4k TV online and there isn't one so I called my friend who works at Bestbuy and he said they don't make curved TV's anymore and if they do it's not many.
@@mojofla4429 Wowww! That's crazy. And really, I'm glad I didn't get it cause they just aren't worth it in the end.
Nice review!
A no BS direct approach and not overly being one-sided too, I also liked how you included the reasons to buy one.
I just bought the 55" curved TV as a xmas pressy to myself, and it's awesome, but like it's flat screen cousins, it has a couple of things to adjust to, but it didn't stop me from trying one in the showroom.
I remember when flat screen tube televisions were introduced, there were the same concerns about the flatness of the picture, everyone was too use to their bubble screen TV's, flat screens just looked flat and dead.
The same said about widescreens, people bought to attention the black bars either side when watching 4.3 aspect ratio on these 16:9 screens, because widescreen movies/programs weren't as available or as popular on local TV network broadcasts back then as they are now.
A curved display is more a personal thing to me, if I want to immerse myself in a movie, I watch my curved TV, family nights are also enjoyed on the same TV with no complaints, but they also have the option to watch our standard 55" flat screen in the family room.
They don't stick out that much, It's the curvature that's noticeable yes, but it takes up as much real estate on my cabinet as my flat panel did. If its aesthetics your worried about then stick with a flat panel.
Picture distortion seated from certain side viewing angles are noticeable, and don't deny it, we all rush to get the center position, it's the optimum seating for a curved or flat display.
I noticed with the curved, seated at the perfect distance, the screen surrounds my field of vision more so when you turn your head either left or right, you will still be looking directly at an undistorted picture from the same viewing distance as looking at it direct front and center.
With the same centered seating position, but now viewing my flat panel from the same approach as above, I feel the edge of the picture looks slightly distorted because there is now no longer the same viewing distance, my field of vision is adjusting to a viewing angle that's creating a kind of optical vanishing point that leads away from me, so regardless of which screen I watch, I found there will always be some kind of "FOV" distortion.
Cheap seats?... I would like to take a moment to thank my family for their hilarious impersonations of bumper cars and futile attempts of rushing around to try and steal dads chair on movie night!
The size of a TV matters, of course every body would love to own a huge 100" screen, I know I would, the more real estate, the better the in house movie experience.
Owning a smaller screen isn't just a novelty. I also own a 34" curved ultra-wide 21:9 PC monitor, It's great for gaming, movies and your basic everyday PC activities. I've never looked back to my 29" ultra-wide 21:9 flat screen. With the curved screen, I feel more connected to my work on my PC.
Price is always a factor with new tech releases, it's the rule of thumb, it's new, it's fresh so it includes a hefty price tag until the opposition releases their "newer" version, probably using cheaper parts and labor, that's usually when the price drops.
Yes I am guilty of throwing money around, and why not, myself and my family bathes in the rewards and spoils of my hard earned cash!
Hope this FAD remains for the long run, I'll be keen to see how this tech advances in the future ahead.
And THAT is how you write a good review. Thanks for this, was looking for it! Especially motivated by the second-to-last work-hard-play-harder-part.
Dick Jense
Cheers, just trying to be as honest as I can be with my own personal opinion, I'm happy with my curved displays and I may look at buying a 3rd for my man cave.
ArigatouQuiw You can get the non-3D, 55" 4K curved Samsung for under $1500 now.
I have a Samsung Curved 4k 48" TV in the lounge. The picture quality is beautiful. I love it.
I'm watching this on a curved monitor
Completely agree... it's so true that just when flat and thin tvs started to adorn the walls, now there will be slight protrusions on the left and right side of the tv. Uncalled for change.
You don’t put them on a wall you tard.
Ok after watching these 5 reasons, it actually made me wanna buy one.
I have one . . . and it's the GREATEST THING OF ALL TIME! I wish I had bought a bigger one, though, while they were available. I'm considering buying a second one to have as a spare.
i am going to buy a curved tv just to piss this guy off..
yes throw your money away
I stood up and applauded at his nr. 1 reason to buy a curved TV. Gotta admit, he's spot on all the way.
Or maybe.. This clip is to encourage more people to buy curved TV.. Well played.
Cigar Boss it all makes sense now.
On god lol buying one tonight thanks
Now I know one reasons why not to watch CNET reviews.
They don't know what they talking about.
Few months ago I was like them but now I know curved TVS are amazing.
Flat TV make you feel like you watching something thru the window 6 feet away from the window.
Curved TV make you feel like you watching thru the window very close to the window.
After watching curved TV for long time flat TV looks like painting on the wall lol.
Literally we got one of these recently and its just dandy as hell
I know they don't make them anymore but I still love my curved 65' Samsung series 9 and to be honest it still looks as good as any new TV in the stores today and the picture looks great from any angle. I was going to get a bigger one for my next house but I guess I will just keep the one I have now.
lol, it's 2019 and I currently have a curved screen in my Amazon cart 😂😂
You found one???? 😂😂😂😂😂😂
A lot of people thumbed down this video in 2014. Now it's three years later and both curved TV's and 3D TV's are disappearing in the stores. Even if you love your curved TV it is obvious by now that this was a fad.
My 2008 (7 yr old), Panasonic 50" plasma still looks great to me and it was just under $1,000 way back then. Plan on picking up a 55" LED smart TV for under $600 soon.
Lol ok so I agree with the cost and positioning but the others seem like he was making stuff up.
He probably mad, because he can't afford one 😂
+iMarrs Just bought the higher end non-curved 40" 4K U700 Samsung. But i must have done it because I couldn't afford a bigger screen right?
I have a 4K screen in each room. No curved screens. I only accept quality. That means no range rover.
the parlor has an 80". the kitchen has a 55". the guest rooms each have a 50" my desk has a 30" 5K and the 40" 4K is a second monitor/TV next to the desk.
lol don't assume because us super rich don't buy your fads, that it's because we're not able to afford one. luxury is fake quality for poor people to feel rich. :) have a good day.
Aaaahahahahaa😂 I think this guy needs somebody to give him a big hug, real bad! 😂😂
If you can afford it I would recommend one. I got a Samsung HU9000 and it is the best TV I have ever owned. Yes it was expensive spent $3500 on it but you can tell that they put a lot of quality into it
Just got my Samsung 9 series couple days ago and love it. And so does everyone else who has seen it. Honestly you just can't trust CNET anymore.
Lawrence Khellendrose When you have multiple people viewing the TV, it's gonna look bad to some of them. The reason you paid so much so was you could get the expieriance, yet some people are not able too.
Costlyrocket I have had all 4 3D glasses running and everyone loved it. It's an amazing tv, the only thing myself and others have noticed is that the definition is so good it almost looks to real.
***** Why?
what a waste of your money
Sold them....people who saw them in person we're impressed with the immersion.
Bullshit reasons. It's so unprofessional it's shocking!
- It's not a fad
- It's barely more expensive than your regular flat tv
- It does make a difference
- It doesn't look creepy - it looks beautiful
- Not everyone hides their TV in a wall, so the curve actually looks amazing
- Also what's wrong with a big TV? Don't want it? Just go buy a 32" or something. And no, you don't need 100" - around 65" is a sweet spot. They're still quite affordable, they look great and they're not too big to fit in your living room.
- Also even when you're sitting far from the center, you can still watch it no problem. Also how many people watch TV with 6 other people.
- And no, flat TVs won't be back! Just like 1080p, 720p or CRTs won't be back!
BTW Curved TVs are awesome. Go get one!
+Mateusz Wojtkiewicz
- It is more expensive overall. You can get a decent 55" 4K tv for €700 but you can't get a decent 55" 4K curved tv for that price. When you start looking at €3000 4K tvs the difference between flat and curved is not that big.
- Depending on the actual panel of the tv the viewing angles can be tricky. A curved IPS panel is going to have much better viewing angles than a curved TN or VA panel. Although there are some Sony TVs with VA panels that has great viewing angles.
But I do agree with most of your points.
+Mateusz Wojtkiewicz It is geometrically less efficient than a flat panel at delivering an image to a large audience. This is math, not an opinion.
The reason it is a fad: The very thing that makes this thing "cool" is also the very thing that reduces the viewing angle. THE SECOND people stop thinking that curved is cool, this whole fad will disappear, just like 3D TVs.
If we both have 70" 4K TVs but mine is flat and yours is curved. The amount of "immersion", or whatever it is you gain, won't outweigh the fact that if you are not in the center you are looking at a smaller than 70" TV. Once again, this is math, not an opinion.
Jeremy Jones that's why cinema screens are curved?
Mateusz Wojtkiewicz Theaters have been using curved screens for decades but not to make things "more immersive" or whatever bullshit the TV manufacturers are spitting at you.
The reason number 1 is to correct for the distortion you get with a flat image being projected from a single point on to a large screen. Like a projector.
Reason 2. Exceptionally large screens like an IMAX theater.
In both cases you have carefully designed custom screens for their given rooms because with curved screens you limit your viewing angle. A poorly designed theater has fewer seats in the "sweet" spot.
Neither of these reason really apply to TVs unless you are going for a really large TV for only 1 or 2 people. Forget about having Superbowl parties or a bunch of people over to watch a movie, You are basically "hogging" the screen unless you go so big that every is in the sweet spot.
Here is a more in depth analysis.
gizmodo.com/why-curved-tvs-arent-just-another-gimmick-1502249372 It's not all negative. There are reasons for a curved TV but at the added cost and limited applications? no thanks
+Mateusz Wojtkiewicz are you a Samsung rep, or were you just dumb enough to waste your dough on this?
The number one reason to me is, not to see your videos anymore!! I can tell your frustrations and your unhappiness when you making this video.
Bad news, the acid washed mom jeans are back...and in popular demand!
I saw my sisters curved, it was great, her husband is a teacher and has been using for class during the pandemic. I swear he has 100 plus icons for his laptop. He says it's great to really see all of his students for class, i just ordered mine. Cant wait.
What kind of a review was that you clown I'm ordering a curved TV.
Watched one for myself and I'm a believer now! I couldn't stop thinking about it for the next week. I can't wait to get one. Hopefully I can wait out the first gen ones as the newer ones will probably have better features and price.
I'm really thinking of getting one myself. Is it really better than a flat "normal" one or is it essentially the same?
How about a story on oled's having 1/2 the parts over an FTF-led flat panel tv and yet cost so dang much. thanks!
am planning to buy 40-50 inch tv which one is best flat or curved
2 years later and they are still going strong (fad you say i think not XD)
4 years later and still going better
this guy is nuts
6 years later and curved tvs are nonexistent. He was right about it being a fad, and now you have an ugly outdated tv
i still have a 2008 50" plasma still working just fine. was going to buy a curved might just wait
Number 5 is not a very good reason. it's a curved tv so of course its going to stick out. Thats like saying you shouldn't buy an electric car because it doesn't take gas, or you shouldn't buy a tablet because it doesn't have a keyboard. Thats the whole point. You can't fault something for being different on the merit that it's different.
What he should have said is "I don't get the point", or "I don't understand the reason for the change",.
actually the top reason to buy a curved tv is if your putting it in a corner instead of flat wall
Are you talking about the CRT (cured) TVs? (Sarcasm)
Totally true, people use to think that if something is new is because it's better, but it is not. I was always taking a look out on those details you just mentioned. :) Nice video.
you are right 2019 nobody make curve tv.
To me, this review is more getting personal than use data to point out the negativeness. Unreliable source of information.
I don't think cnet understands the reasoning behind curved displays. The fact that he always does these "reasons not to buy" makes him really unlikable and annoying.
But he was right so now you look stupid
Its 2018 and curved TV'S are doing well
i am thinking about to purchase samsung ua40j6300ak what you think.
This list has got to be the most common sense I've ever seen.
When I bought a curved tv, it was the same price as flat
sticking out at no. 5 is what creates the extremely good looking immersion from what you expect from a curved tv
Acid wash mom jeans are dope...
This guy can’t convince anyone that a curved t.v. Is a bad thing..
Im going to purchase the samsung 55" curved UE8500 myself after xmas, im due an upgrade anyway, can anyone comment on viewing experiances? angles etc? any distortions when viewing from the side? damn im confused right now lol
They suck
I got a 65" curved Samsung TV 2018 and now I want a 85"... I'm obsessed with how dynamic my TV looks ...paid around $1600 I don't even like flat TV's anymore they look so regular and boring now.
The curved tv actually helps people sitting on the sides to see better, that is why imax at theaters are curved in the first place, he doesnt know what he is saying at all.
Thanks for your video !!!
My 55inch 4k curved samsung is beautiful from all angles
I have the same tv that thing is beautiful
This video just influenced me to BUY a curved tv.....THANKS!!!
You should have listened
I’ve had one for about 4-5 years, 49” I can see it fine it looks good, only problem I’ve had is the WiFi connectivity
well everything he said was wrong, its 2k16 curved tvs are affordable, you dont need to buy really big to be immersive, sitting closer is better for 4k definition, and curved is more available than flat option and its also cool as hell. you are supposed to get a good view no matter where you sit.
I love my curve TV and I have it mounted on my wall in my living room.
just got a curved samsung to work on. close like on a desk u just cant see the edges of a flat panel but u can if its curved
This is the problem that CRTs had, its called geometric distortion except now its outward not inward and now it is done on purpose. For graphics design a straight line will appear curved, and it will be more difficult to know if its straight.
Its a slight problem for gaming too, say in a first person shooter, if there is an enemy off in the distance on one of the sides of the screen, you may think they are on the same horizontal plane as your crosshairs, and if you only move the stick to the right or left and not up and down, all of a sudden the enemy will not actually be lined up with your crosshairs, you won't get that head shot as fast as the enemies position will appear to change when it hasn't.
They only have one advantage, the center of the screen is less likely to be damaged while shipping because its at a further distance from the outside of the cardboard.
"In 5 years time, you will look stupid for having a curved TV..."
- ex CNET employee
When curved computer monitors arrive, racing simulation will be taken to a whole new level.
Its called the Oculus rift
"The TV is coming for a hug" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
How did this guy became a senior editor?
I guess technically icould say i have a curved screen tv. I have the old box tv and the screens curves outward as it goes into the middle
I have a ks9500 curved 65 had it for over a year when i visit friends and family with there standard big screen tvs i truely notice a diference my curved tv is more relaxing and it feels sometimes liike im actually in the movie ill be looking out for another 65 curved tv for sure !!
I bought a curved Samsung QLED TV 2 years ago for around $4000 because the flat OLED I wanted was $6000 and a bit too pricey. Since then the price on the same now older model OLED dropped down to $2000 so I bought it for another room in our house. I prefer the curved QLED. The infinite contrast on the OLED is nice but the QLED is wayyyy brighter which I prefer. Plus there are other ways to mount it - I hung it from the ceiling about a foot from the wall and it looks super slick. I do not think I will ever liken it to acid wash jeans. Lol
people, its not that you cant see anything if youre at an angle, its that the picture will look distorted, some people dont notice it, good for them, they can enjoy their tv at any angle and do movie nights with other people, but many others do notice the distortion and its annoying, me for example
the FAD is still going strong
Really??????????? Not anymore 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Its sad that companies waste time and resources on pointless ideas like this.. whoever thought that curve tv's were going to be a hit, needs to be fired!
I think curve screens have a strong potential for smartphones and wearables, though I agree the current curve TV needs further innovations instead of releasing it onto the market!!
I would never buy a curved TV, but I think it's cool that companies are willing to try out something new and different, even if its a failure. If people were afraid of failure and trying new things, then none of the great inventions that we use today would have been invented.
its pretty nice having one, like you are wearing Virtual headset on your face.. you will notice like you have 3 monitors infront of you.. though you have tobe at the middle point position of the tv...
The only valid point made in the video was about the picture distortion you experience when viewing from a wider angle. The optimal distance from the TV is 4.2 meters (according to MKBHD) but it can be difficult to achieve depending on your room.
Watching this on my Samsung OLED 49" Curved Smart Tv 😊
I had the LG 34" monitor and I wish it curved a little in the end. I can't be too far from the monitor cause of my vision. Being so close though I couldn't see the sides cause they're no longer on my field of vision so I have to keep turning my head. lol.
In my country the people don’t buy curved display to watch TV, but to impress their neighbors
In a sense, the term "gimmicks" to coin the curve is actually right.
I have tested the TV and I noticed the "immerse" experience you get is similar to when you try watching your big screen 65 inches plus TV when sitting in the best possible spot, center and closer. I have a 65 inches Samsung TV and I also felt similarly immersed when sitting at a particular position because the TV is so huge. The reason it is a gimmick because the curve "forces" the watcher to sit at the best position to feel the marketed immerse effect, once you sit too far or at an angle, it feels similar to any TV.
Aside from that I don't intend to go back to buy a TV from Samsung since their TV's speaker is not up to standards and the remote control is unresponsive compare to others on the market. Another thing is a personal preference, Samsung or Korean's TV in general boost up the contrast or the color too much on their TV that it make my eyes too tired out after watching.
0:09 ''Everybody had one to show off, Samsung even had one that bend from flat to curve in a press of a button." haahhaaha
just something else to go wrong..
This is what many including myself need to know! Thx CNET!
I just bought a curved TV and i love it
5 years later...Curved screens still here.
Is curved good for gaming???
¨ too much money on your hands ¨ well said
5 pointless reasons just saying
Thank you!!
I know right! I'm gonna get one next week anyway.
@@ExtraKuya he was right losers. Hope you enjoy your outdated tvs
I think he is going by A Commentator
I have to admit I was looking for legit bad reasons not to buy a curved. It's not found here.. I wanted one prior and since watching this I will buy one today. Like one response said.. this video exists just because it can exist.
My Samsung curved TV that I purchased around 2015 has a better picture than the Samsung crystal 70 inch I just purchased The only issue I’ve had with the curve TV is the smart apps like Netflix and stuff constantly freezes after the first 2 years of use so I. Use a fire stick now Love that TV since they are going away now I’m going to purchase a 65 inch and keep it in the box in the back of the closet and pull it out when nobody has one anymore
Why not make a triangle TV for the next fad? Triangles are cool and you can definitely impress the ladies ;)
WTF, this made me laugh. They probably would come up with some new shape in the future.
ILLUMINATI SHAPED TV!!!
what about oval? oval is kind of sci-fi
what about a tv with 1 pixel?
TwoTech Ruhaan i think they have done that already, they called it the torch. ;)