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Metz Smart Television 40" Full HD LED 40MTB7000Z (2020)

The model from the company Metz, has a screen size of 40". The minimum recommended viewing distance for this size is 1.5m and the maximum is 2.5m. This size is recommended for placement in living rooms, or larger rooms.

The resolution of the TV is Full HD. TVs with Full HD resolution are aimed at consumers looking for higher image quality...
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  • Refresh Rate: 50/60Hz
  • Type of Panel: Edge LED
  • HDMI: 2
  • HDMI 2.1: 0
  • USB: 2
  • Energy Class: G
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Description

Description

The model from the company Metz, has a screen size of 40". The minimum recommended viewing distance for this size is 1.5m and the maximum is 2.5m. This size is recommended for placement in living rooms, or larger rooms.

The resolution of the TV is Full HD. TVs with Full HD resolution are aimed at consumers looking for higher image quality compared to HD Ready TVs. The Full HD resolution, which amounts to 1920 x 1080 pixels, offers more detailed image reproduction, making these TVs suitable for watching movies, sports events, gaming, and other entertainment activities with higher demands on image quality.
They are usually aimed at consumers looking for good image quality without investing in more expensive TVs with higher quality resolutions, such as 4K.

The panel of the TV is Edge LED. The main advantages of the Edge LED panel in televisions are their slim design and lower energy consumption compared to other types of panels. Additionally, they can produce high-quality images with extremely bright highlights and deep black colors, making them ideal for watching movies and TV shows in dark rooms.
Televisions with Edge LED panels are usually more affordable compared to televisions with Full Array LED or OLED panels. However, televisions with Edge LED panels typically have lower quality uniform brightness compared to televisions with Full Array LED or OLED panels, as the light sources are only located at the edges of the screen.

This model belongs to the broader family of Smart TVs. Smart TVs represent the evolution in television technology, as they incorporate Internet functions, allowing browsing of websites and the use of online applications (e.g., Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, etc.). They are, therefore, an example of technological convergence between computers and televisions. The latest Smart TVs have the capability of full Internet browsing, while older ones support access only to popular websites (e.g., YouTube, Facebook, Twitter) through appropriate applications.

  • Refresh Rate: 50/60Hz
  • Type of Panel: Edge LED
  • HDMI: 2
  • HDMI 2.1: 0
  • USB: 2
  • Energy Class: G

Manufacturer

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Specifications

Specifications

Image

Diagonal
40 "
Resolution
Full HD
Refresh Rate
50/60 Hz
Type of Panel
Edge LED
Local Dimming
No

Audio

Channels
Stereo
Power
16 W

Features & Functions

Receiver
DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2
Media Player
Yes
PVR Recording
No
Hotel Mode
No
Voice Commands
Yes
HbbTV
No
VRR
No

Additional Specifications

Supported Applications
Netflix, Youtube, DisneyPlus, Cosmote TV, Eon, Ant1+, Ertflix, Spotify
Software
Android
Smart Assistant
Google Assistant

Wired Connections

Ethernet
Yes
Headphones
No
Digital Audio Optical
No
USB
2
HDMI
2
Number of HDMI 2.1
-

Wireless Connections

Wi-Fi
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Miracast
No
Chromecast Built-In
Yes
Screen Mirroring
No
AirPlay
No

Product Details

Release Date
2020
VESA Mount
200 x 200 mm

Energy Label

Energy Class
G

Dimensions (without Stand)

Width
894 mm
Height
518 mm
Thickness
86 mm

Dimensions (with Stand)

Width
894 mm
Height
555 mm
Thickness
212 mm

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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Reviews (5)

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  • yianis.t
    3
    0 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    I bought it on 17/12/2021. I thought that because it is an old German company, it is a smart android TV and with a price of 300 euros (which is not cheap), it would be a decent television. The picture quality is not good no matter how much you try with the settings. It gets worse from an angle. The sound is so-so... The positives are that it is fast and the remote control is very user-friendly.

    After a year and a half, i.e. on 2/7/2023, it suddenly broke down... It got stuck on startup. METZ has authorized service ONLY in Athens. I contacted Manolopoulos service (the company Manolopoulos and its people are excellent), and they informed me that there is a problem with the circuit board and they are in contact with the METZ representative (it is a Cypriot company) to discuss how we will proceed... meaning if they will cover the cost of repair. Note that the TV is under warranty, it hasn't even been 2 years since the purchase!!!

    In the end, Manolopoulos service, after contacting the representative, replaced it for me (without any charge at all) with a newer model, i.e. the Android 40''MTC6100Z, which is Full HD and clearly much better than the MTB7000Z. The picture quality is almost excellent, the viewing angle is infinitely improved, the sound is also very good (Dolby surround), it's fast, the menu remains equally good and user-friendly. The price is also excellent, value for money.

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    • Value for money
    • Viewing angle
    • Picture
    • Build quality
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  • Stelios_Mpenardos
    4
    0 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    I have the 43-inch one for those who say it's slow to start, it has a fast start-up, you just have to activate it from the menu and it turns on directly. It caused a malfunction in the motherboard, very fast service, it was ready in 3 days

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    • Sound
    • Menu
    • Construction quality
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    • Viewing angle
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  • Antonis_Fragiadoulakis
    5
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    The TV is awesome. They say it takes a long time to turn on. That's how all Androids are. Why compare Android with a regular TV? They write whatever to write. I've had it for 1 year and it's simply amazing

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    • Menu
    • Viewing angle
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    • Value for money
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  • Blacktan
    3
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    Very slow to start, slow in remote commands.
    Cheap housing construction.
    If you want a fast TV (like Samsung / LG / PANA etc.) this one is not for you,
    otherwise best value for money, but only up to a certain point.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Picture
    • Menu
    • Sound
    • Viewing angle
    • Build quality
    • Value for money
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  • dpikros
    4
    8 out of 9 members found this review helpful

    In the 40-inch range, there aren't many options. I chose it because of Android, some other features, price, and a four-year warranty (although unnecessary).

    As for the negatives, there is a complete lack of serious user instructions: the booklet that comes in the package only has safety instructions, how to attach the legs, basic technical specifications, and how to turn it on/off. The device's menus have an equally concise and difficult to use e-manual. No matter how much I searched, I couldn't find anything substantial online, so I contacted the store, the representative, and the service for instructions over the phone, regarding how to arrange channels in the desired order and some other clarifications. They were all very polite, and we managed to figure it out, but I took notes, collected scattered pieces from the Skyworth manual (which is one of the top three companies in Android TV), and some OEM Android TVs, and made my own guide :-)

    Also, in the packaging, there is only the standard 2-year warranty in German, so I asked them to write it on the receipt and stamp it - which they did.

    Let's move on to the positives: Good picture quality, smooth motion, detail, and pleasant colors, with many customization options. The factory settings on all the presets seemed very bright and warm to me, so I adjusted the gamma to a darker setting, added a bit of blue, and reduced some green. The sound is typical for a TV, "shallow" but the dialogues sound very clear, without distortion even at relatively high volumes. For more, you will need a soundbar. The build quality seems better than two other well-known 40-inch models I saw up close in a popular chain store, and the remote resembles a higher category, it definitely has a solid feel, and the Google Assistant responds well if... you have good pronunciation. Here we come to the Android TV (v.9), which runs smoothly despite the typical weak specifications - a 4-core 1300MHz processor and only 1GB of RAM. It takes about 1 minute to start up fully and respond correctly to commands from a completely turned off state, or about 15-20 seconds from sleep mode. If you don't like this, DO NOT get an Android TV, find something simpler. I should mention that during the initial setup, it asked for an update, which downloaded and installed properly. The existing applications are the basic ones (Netflix, Prime Video, Google, etc.), so I added a browser, file manager, ERTflix, Kodi. After all that, the remaining storage space is 2.5GB, which you can expand by using a USB stick. The internet connection is trouble-free and stable via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

    Final conclusion: after spending some time adjusting it with... the help of customer service since the instructions are essentially non-existent, you get a lot of TV for its price, with a good LCD panel with detail and many customization options, with typical but clear sound, and an operating system that offers many capabilities now and at least for several years.

    edit: I forgot to mention the manual, you can download it from here: [link]

    edit 2: I'm coming back after three years, as yesterday, on 15/6/2024, it received an upgrade to Android 11 + security update. It may sound self-promoting, but the functions run noticeably faster, and the continued support shows how serious the "mother" Skyworth is.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Picture
    • Menu
    • Viewing angle
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Sound
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  • I bought it on 17/12/2021. I thought that because it is an old German company, it is a smart android TV and with a price of 300 euros (which is not cheap), it would be a decent television. The picture quality is not good no matter how much you try with the settings. It gets worse from an angle. The sound is so-so... The positives are that it is fast and the remote control is very user-friendly.

    After a year and a half, i.e. on 2/7/2023, it suddenly broke down... It got stuck on startup. METZ has authorized service ONLY in Athens. I contacted Manolopoulos service (the company Manolopoulos and its people are excellent), and they informed me that there is a problem with the circuit board and they are in contact with the METZ representative (it is a Cypriot company) to discuss how we will proceed... meaning if they will cover the cost of repair. Note that the TV is under warranty, it hasn't even been 2 years since the purchase!!!

    In the end, Manolopoulos service, after contacting the representative, replaced it for me (without any charge at all) with a newer model, i.e. the Android 40''MTC6100Z, which is Full HD and clearly much better than the MTB7000Z. The picture quality is almost excellent, the viewing angle is infinitely improved, the sound is also very good (Dolby surround), it's fast, the menu remains equally good and user-friendly. The price is also excellent, value for money.

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    0
  • I have the 43-inch one for those who say it's slow to start, it has a fast start-up, you just have to activate it from the menu and it turns on directly. It caused a malfunction in the motherboard, very fast service, it was ready in 3 days

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • The TV is awesome. They say it takes a long time to turn on. That's how all Androids are. Why compare Android with a regular TV? They write whatever to write. I've had it for 1 year and it's simply amazing

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • Very slow to start, slow in remote commands.
    Cheap housing construction.
    If you want a fast TV (like Samsung / LG / PANA etc.) this one is not for you,
    otherwise best value for money, but only up to a certain point.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • In the 40-inch range, there aren't many options. I chose it because of Android, some other features, price, and a four-year warranty (although unnecessary).

    As for the negatives, there is a complete lack of serious user instructions: the booklet that comes in the package only has safety instructions, how to attach the legs, basic technical specifications, and how to turn it on/off. The device's menus have an equally concise and difficult to use e-manual. No matter how much I searched, I couldn't find anything substantial online, so I contacted the store, the representative, and the service for instructions over the phone, regarding how to arrange channels in the desired order and some other clarifications. They were all very polite, and we managed to figure it out, but I took notes, collected scattered pieces from the Skyworth manual (which is one of the top three companies in Android TV), and some OEM Android TVs, and made my own guide :-)

    Also, in the packaging, there is only the standard 2-year warranty in German, so I asked them to write it on the receipt and stamp it - which they did.

    Let's move on to the positives: Good picture quality, smooth motion, detail, and pleasant colors, with many customization options. The factory settings on all the presets seemed very bright and warm to me, so I adjusted the gamma to a darker setting, added a bit of blue, and reduced some green. The sound is typical for a TV, "shallow" but the dialogues sound very clear, without distortion even at relatively high volumes. For more, you will need a soundbar. The build quality seems better than two other well-known 40-inch models I saw up close in a popular chain store, and the remote resembles a higher category, it definitely has a solid feel, and the Google Assistant responds well if... you have good pronunciation. Here we come to the Android TV (v.9), which runs smoothly despite the typical weak specifications - a 4-core 1300MHz processor and only 1GB of RAM. It takes about 1 minute to start up fully and respond correctly to commands from a completely turned off state, or about 15-20 seconds from sleep mode. If you don't like this, DO NOT get an Android TV, find something simpler. I should mention that during the initial setup, it asked for an update, which downloaded and installed properly. The existing applications are the basic ones (Netflix, Prime Video, Google, etc.), so I added a browser, file manager, ERTflix, Kodi. After all that, the remaining storage space is 2.5GB, which you can expand by using a USB stick. The internet connection is trouble-free and stable via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

    Final conclusion: after spending some time adjusting it with... the help of customer service since the instructions are essentially non-existent, you get a lot of TV for its price, with a good LCD panel with detail and many customization options, with typical but clear sound, and an operating system that offers many capabilities now and at least for several years.

    edit: I forgot to mention the manual, you can download it from here: [link]

    edit 2: I'm coming back after three years, as yesterday, on 15/6/2024, it received an upgrade to Android 11 + security update. It may sound self-promoting, but the functions run noticeably faster, and the continued support shows how serious the "mother" Skyworth is.

    Translated from Greek ·
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Description & Specifications

Image

Diagonal
40 "
Resolution
Full HD
Refresh Rate
50/60 Hz
Type of Panel
Edge LED
Local Dimming
No

Audio

Channels
Stereo
Power
16 W

Features & Functions

Receiver
DVB-C, DVB-S2, DVB-T2
Media Player
Yes
PVR Recording
No
Hotel Mode
No
Voice Commands
Yes
HbbTV
No
VRR
No

Additional Specifications

Supported Applications
Netflix, Youtube, DisneyPlus, Cosmote TV, Eon, Ant1+, Ertflix, Spotify
Software
Android
Smart Assistant
Google Assistant

Wired Connections

Ethernet
Yes
Headphones
No
Digital Audio Optical
No
USB
2
HDMI
2
Number of HDMI 2.1
-

Wireless Connections

Wi-Fi
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Miracast
No
Chromecast Built-In
Yes
Screen Mirroring
No
AirPlay
No

Product Details

Release Date
2020
VESA Mount
200 x 200 mm

Energy Label

Energy Class
G

Dimensions (without Stand)

Width
894 mm
Height
518 mm
Thickness
86 mm

Dimensions (with Stand)

Width
894 mm
Height
555 mm
Thickness
212 mm

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Description

The model from the company Metz, has a screen size of 40". The minimum recommended viewing distance for this size is 1.5m and the maximum is 2.5m. This size is recommended for placement in living rooms, or larger rooms.

The resolution of the TV is Full HD. TVs with Full HD resolution are aimed at consumers looking for higher image quality compared to HD Ready TVs. The Full HD resolution, which amounts to 1920 x 1080 pixels, offers more detailed image reproduction, making these TVs suitable for watching movies, sports events, gaming, and other entertainment activities with higher demands on image quality.
They are usually aimed at consumers looking for good image quality without investing in more expensive TVs with higher quality resolutions, such as 4K.

The panel of the TV is Edge LED. The main advantages of the Edge LED panel in televisions are their slim design and lower energy consumption compared to other types of panels. Additionally, they can produce high-quality images with extremely bright highlights and deep black colors, making them ideal for watching movies and TV shows in dark rooms.
Televisions with Edge LED panels are usually more affordable compared to televisions with Full Array LED or OLED panels. However, televisions with Edge LED panels typically have lower quality uniform brightness compared to televisions with Full Array LED or OLED panels, as the light sources are only located at the edges of the screen.

This model belongs to the broader family of Smart TVs. Smart TVs represent the evolution in television technology, as they incorporate Internet functions, allowing browsing of websites and the use of online applications (e.g., Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, etc.). They are, therefore, an example of technological convergence between computers and televisions. The latest Smart TVs have the capability of full Internet browsing, while older ones support access only to popular websites (e.g., YouTube, Facebook, Twitter) through appropriate applications.

  • Refresh Rate: 50/60Hz
  • Type of Panel: Edge LED
  • HDMI: 2
  • HDMI 2.1: 0
  • USB: 2
  • Energy Class: G

Manufacturer

Reviews (5)

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  • yianis.t
    3
    0 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    I bought it on 17/12/2021. I thought that because it is an old German company, it is a smart android TV and with a price of 300 euros (which is not cheap), it would be a decent television. The picture quality is not good no matter how much you try with the settings. It gets worse from an angle. The sound is so-so... The positives are that it is fast and the remote control is very user-friendly.

    After a year and a half, i.e. on 2/7/2023, it suddenly broke down... It got stuck on startup. METZ has authorized service ONLY in Athens. I contacted Manolopoulos service (the company Manolopoulos and its people are excellent), and they informed me that there is a problem with the circuit board and they are in contact with the METZ representative (it is a Cypriot company) to discuss how we will proceed... meaning if they will cover the cost of repair. Note that the TV is under warranty, it hasn't even been 2 years since the purchase!!!

    In the end, Manolopoulos service, after contacting the representative, replaced it for me (without any charge at all) with a newer model, i.e. the Android 40''MTC6100Z, which is Full HD and clearly much better than the MTB7000Z. The picture quality is almost excellent, the viewing angle is infinitely improved, the sound is also very good (Dolby surround), it's fast, the menu remains equally good and user-friendly. The price is also excellent, value for money.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Menu
    • Sound
    • Value for money
    • Viewing angle
    • Picture
    • Build quality
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  • Stelios_Mpenardos
    4
    0 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    I have the 43-inch one for those who say it's slow to start, it has a fast start-up, you just have to activate it from the menu and it turns on directly. It caused a malfunction in the motherboard, very fast service, it was ready in 3 days

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Picture
    • Sound
    • Menu
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Viewing angle
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Antonis_Fragiadoulakis
    5
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    The TV is awesome. They say it takes a long time to turn on. That's how all Androids are. Why compare Android with a regular TV? They write whatever to write. I've had it for 1 year and it's simply amazing

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Picture
    • Sound
    • Menu
    • Viewing angle
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Blacktan
    3
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    Very slow to start, slow in remote commands.
    Cheap housing construction.
    If you want a fast TV (like Samsung / LG / PANA etc.) this one is not for you,
    otherwise best value for money, but only up to a certain point.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Picture
    • Menu
    • Sound
    • Viewing angle
    • Build quality
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • dpikros
    4
    8 out of 9 members found this review helpful

    In the 40-inch range, there aren't many options. I chose it because of Android, some other features, price, and a four-year warranty (although unnecessary).

    As for the negatives, there is a complete lack of serious user instructions: the booklet that comes in the package only has safety instructions, how to attach the legs, basic technical specifications, and how to turn it on/off. The device's menus have an equally concise and difficult to use e-manual. No matter how much I searched, I couldn't find anything substantial online, so I contacted the store, the representative, and the service for instructions over the phone, regarding how to arrange channels in the desired order and some other clarifications. They were all very polite, and we managed to figure it out, but I took notes, collected scattered pieces from the Skyworth manual (which is one of the top three companies in Android TV), and some OEM Android TVs, and made my own guide :-)

    Also, in the packaging, there is only the standard 2-year warranty in German, so I asked them to write it on the receipt and stamp it - which they did.

    Let's move on to the positives: Good picture quality, smooth motion, detail, and pleasant colors, with many customization options. The factory settings on all the presets seemed very bright and warm to me, so I adjusted the gamma to a darker setting, added a bit of blue, and reduced some green. The sound is typical for a TV, "shallow" but the dialogues sound very clear, without distortion even at relatively high volumes. For more, you will need a soundbar. The build quality seems better than two other well-known 40-inch models I saw up close in a popular chain store, and the remote resembles a higher category, it definitely has a solid feel, and the Google Assistant responds well if... you have good pronunciation. Here we come to the Android TV (v.9), which runs smoothly despite the typical weak specifications - a 4-core 1300MHz processor and only 1GB of RAM. It takes about 1 minute to start up fully and respond correctly to commands from a completely turned off state, or about 15-20 seconds from sleep mode. If you don't like this, DO NOT get an Android TV, find something simpler. I should mention that during the initial setup, it asked for an update, which downloaded and installed properly. The existing applications are the basic ones (Netflix, Prime Video, Google, etc.), so I added a browser, file manager, ERTflix, Kodi. After all that, the remaining storage space is 2.5GB, which you can expand by using a USB stick. The internet connection is trouble-free and stable via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

    Final conclusion: after spending some time adjusting it with... the help of customer service since the instructions are essentially non-existent, you get a lot of TV for its price, with a good LCD panel with detail and many customization options, with typical but clear sound, and an operating system that offers many capabilities now and at least for several years.

    edit: I forgot to mention the manual, you can download it from here: [link]

    edit 2: I'm coming back after three years, as yesterday, on 15/6/2024, it received an upgrade to Android 11 + security update. It may sound self-promoting, but the functions run noticeably faster, and the continued support shows how serious the "mother" Skyworth is.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Picture
    • Menu
    • Viewing angle
    • Construction quality
    • Value for money
    • Sound
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • I bought it on 17/12/2021. I thought that because it is an old German company, it is a smart android TV and with a price of 300 euros (which is not cheap), it would be a decent television. The picture quality is not good no matter how much you try with the settings. It gets worse from an angle. The sound is so-so... The positives are that it is fast and the remote control is very user-friendly.

    After a year and a half, i.e. on 2/7/2023, it suddenly broke down... It got stuck on startup. METZ has authorized service ONLY in Athens. I contacted Manolopoulos service (the company Manolopoulos and its people are excellent), and they informed me that there is a problem with the circuit board and they are in contact with the METZ representative (it is a Cypriot company) to discuss how we will proceed... meaning if they will cover the cost of repair. Note that the TV is under warranty, it hasn't even been 2 years since the purchase!!!

    In the end, Manolopoulos service, after contacting the representative, replaced it for me (without any charge at all) with a newer model, i.e. the Android 40''MTC6100Z, which is Full HD and clearly much better than the MTB7000Z. The picture quality is almost excellent, the viewing angle is infinitely improved, the sound is also very good (Dolby surround), it's fast, the menu remains equally good and user-friendly. The price is also excellent, value for money.

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • I have the 43-inch one for those who say it's slow to start, it has a fast start-up, you just have to activate it from the menu and it turns on directly. It caused a malfunction in the motherboard, very fast service, it was ready in 3 days

    Translated from Greek ·
    0
  • The TV is awesome. They say it takes a long time to turn on. That's how all Androids are. Why compare Android with a regular TV? They write whatever to write. I've had it for 1 year and it's simply amazing

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • Very slow to start, slow in remote commands.
    Cheap housing construction.
    If you want a fast TV (like Samsung / LG / PANA etc.) this one is not for you,
    otherwise best value for money, but only up to a certain point.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • In the 40-inch range, there aren't many options. I chose it because of Android, some other features, price, and a four-year warranty (although unnecessary).

    As for the negatives, there is a complete lack of serious user instructions: the booklet that comes in the package only has safety instructions, how to attach the legs, basic technical specifications, and how to turn it on/off. The device's menus have an equally concise and difficult to use e-manual. No matter how much I searched, I couldn't find anything substantial online, so I contacted the store, the representative, and the service for instructions over the phone, regarding how to arrange channels in the desired order and some other clarifications. They were all very polite, and we managed to figure it out, but I took notes, collected scattered pieces from the Skyworth manual (which is one of the top three companies in Android TV), and some OEM Android TVs, and made my own guide :-)

    Also, in the packaging, there is only the standard 2-year warranty in German, so I asked them to write it on the receipt and stamp it - which they did.

    Let's move on to the positives: Good picture quality, smooth motion, detail, and pleasant colors, with many customization options. The factory settings on all the presets seemed very bright and warm to me, so I adjusted the gamma to a darker setting, added a bit of blue, and reduced some green. The sound is typical for a TV, "shallow" but the dialogues sound very clear, without distortion even at relatively high volumes. For more, you will need a soundbar. The build quality seems better than two other well-known 40-inch models I saw up close in a popular chain store, and the remote resembles a higher category, it definitely has a solid feel, and the Google Assistant responds well if... you have good pronunciation. Here we come to the Android TV (v.9), which runs smoothly despite the typical weak specifications - a 4-core 1300MHz processor and only 1GB of RAM. It takes about 1 minute to start up fully and respond correctly to commands from a completely turned off state, or about 15-20 seconds from sleep mode. If you don't like this, DO NOT get an Android TV, find something simpler. I should mention that during the initial setup, it asked for an update, which downloaded and installed properly. The existing applications are the basic ones (Netflix, Prime Video, Google, etc.), so I added a browser, file manager, ERTflix, Kodi. After all that, the remaining storage space is 2.5GB, which you can expand by using a USB stick. The internet connection is trouble-free and stable via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

    Final conclusion: after spending some time adjusting it with... the help of customer service since the instructions are essentially non-existent, you get a lot of TV for its price, with a good LCD panel with detail and many customization options, with typical but clear sound, and an operating system that offers many capabilities now and at least for several years.

    edit: I forgot to mention the manual, you can download it from here: [link]

    edit 2: I'm coming back after three years, as yesterday, on 15/6/2024, it received an upgrade to Android 11 + security update. It may sound self-promoting, but the functions run noticeably faster, and the continued support shows how serious the "mother" Skyworth is.

    Translated from Greek ·
    8
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