The LG 2019 OLED TVs start at $ 2,500 and are shipped in April, just like last year.

In recent years, LG's OLED TVs have taken the crown of image quality, and I do not expect this to change in 2019. And the price does not change either.

The initial prices and shipping dates of LG's latest OLED TVs are largely identical to those of last year: Not cheap. The most affordable so far, the 55-inch C9, starts at $ 2,500, the same as the 2018 C8 one year ago. The same goes for the size of 65 inches to $ 3,500. Here is the complete range:

LG 2019 OLED TV Rates and Availability

Model	Cut	Price	delivery
OLED55C9P	55 inches	$ 2500	April
OLED65C9P	65 inches	$ 3,500	April
OLED77C9P	77 inches	$ 7,000	Can
OLED55E9P	55 inches	$ 3,300	June
OLED65E9P	65 inches	$ 4,300	April
OLED65W9P	65 inches	$ 7,000	June
OLED77W9P	77 inches	$ 13,000	June

The only models of cheaper OLED TVs this year are the lift models. The 77-inch is now slightly less astronomical, down $ 2,000 this year. The E9 has dropped $ 200 for both sizes while the 65-inch W9 remains at the same price.

The only difference between the C9, E9 and W9 is aesthetic. The W9 (77 and 65 inches) is a super thin "wallpaper" model, the E9 (only 65 inches) has a sleek new glass stand and the C9 (55, 65 and 77 inches) is the mainstream model. All will have the same features and image quality.

Code B9 is not listed in the table above, but is confirmed as "coming this year" by LG. It will be cheaper than one of the previous ones. Based on his Predecessor 2018and the absence of any change in the price of 2019, I think it will cost $ 2,100 for the size of 55 inches and $ 3,000 for the 65 inches.

Prices and availability were not announced for LG's high-end OLED TVs at CES, namely the 88-inch 8K model and the Rollable OLED. Both are expected later this year.

What you need to know about OLED 2019

Below, I detail the changes made by LG to its 2019 TVs compared to 2018, but the main thing you need to know now, is that prices will go down, maybe even a lot, later in l & # 39; year. If you can not wait until November 2019 or later, you can still get a good deal on OLED TVs 2018 now – and I imagine that it will work almost as well like the 2019 version.

That said, here are the main differences.

The new OLED TVs include an A9 Gen 2 processor … with "AI". The main improvement brought by image quality to its industry leading OLED models in 2018 has been improved processing. our comparison the improvements were at best minor. For 2019, this treatment resumes with a new "intelligent processor and deep learning algorithm" that, among other claims, allows better adjustment of the image for the lighting of the room.

The light output and other image quality features are basically the same as last year. I asked about burn-in and the LG representative stated that no new functionality was added to solve the problem.

The high-end LG 2019 TVs will have the full HDMI 2.1 standard. LG confirmed at CNET that its OLED 2019 models include the latest version of the HDMI standard: 2.1. This means that their HDMI ports can handle the 48 Gbps bandwidth required by next-generation video, such as 8K resolution at 60 frames per second or 4K at 120 fps (new HDMI 2.1 compatible cables will likely be needed). Support is more important for most 2019 OLEDs, which do not have 8K resolution enhanced audio return channel (eARC) as well as two player-friendly extras: Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Low Latency Automatic Mode (ALLM), or game mode). Check-out HDMI 2.1: What you need to know for more details.

Alexa will join Google Assistant. LG systems already have Google's built-in voice control system, which is available by pressing the microphone button on the remote control and talking through the selector. The OLED and LCD 2019 models also offer access to Amazon's voice wizard Alexa when you long press the Amazon Prime Video button. As with Google, Alexa users can manage smart devices, ask questions, access tens of thousands of skills and even set up their ideal Alexa routine. LG says that Alexa will not be available in 2018 or in earlier versions via a software update.

Apple AirPlay 2 and Homekit are integrated: Just like 2019 TVs from Vizio, Sony, Samsung and probably Roku, LG will play well with Apple. AirPlay 2 basically works like the same feature on an Apple TV box, letting the TV work as a screen for TV shows, movies, photos, and web pages with an iPhone, iPad, or Mac as a controller. The integration of HomeKit allows users to control the TV and their other smart home products using the Apple Home app or by talking to the Siri digital assistant. ; Apple.

WISA allows control of 5.1 wireless speakers. New in 2019, LG TVs can work with speakers that support the Wireless Speaker and Audio Association standard, such as the Klipsch Reference Premiere Wireless. The idea is to eliminate the need for an AV receiver to get a full 5.1 channel surround sound. Instead, the TV acts as a controller and communicates wirelessly with the individual speakers, which only require electrical connections. It's a good idea, but pretty niche.

What about 8K?

Do not be outdone by Launch of Samsung televisions with Resolution 8K, this year, LG will sell an 88-inch 8-inch OLED TV, model Z9, as well as a 75-inch 8K TV. LCD TV, model 75SM99. LG talks about "superior processing capabilities" with "a $ 8,000 ramp-up and improved noise reduction".

I've seen both in person at CES 2019 and the 88-inch 8K OLED is really impressive. The perfect contrast between OLED and such a massive image is a powerful combination. The 8K dynamic HDR demonstration sequences on a custom hard drive helped us, of course. And of course, the LG representative did not even refer to the pricing, but as Samsung's 85-inch 8K LCD screen measures 15,000 inches, I'd be surprised that this TV does not cost three times more expensive.

Meanwhile, the 75-inch 8K LCD monitor (the smallest 8K TV officially announced in the US so far) has literally faded in comparison. LG claims that the panel technology has not been improved, but the name "NanoCell" has been changed.

We look forward to testing LG's new OLED TVs soon. Meanwhile, here is my TV buying advice early 2019.