Sony BRAVIA XR42A90KU

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Sony BRAVIA XR42A90KU

42 inch OLED 4K Ultra HD HDR Google TV Freeview Freesat HD
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Incredible offers on this TV!


OFFER 1
Trade up and get £100 off this TV using code TRADEUP100. Take this fantastic opportunity to save while upgrading your TV! Available in store, via Telesales or online. Valid until 23:59 on 28/03/23, or while stocks last. Excludes Clearance, Refurbished and Open Box products. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer.

OFFER 2
Get a FREE 3-month trial of YouTube Premium when you buy this Sony BRAVIA TV. To claim, register through the BRAVIA app on your TV to receive a QR code and instructions. Ts&Cs apply. Offer available from our stores, from our telesales team, or online, until 23:59 30.04.23, or while stocks last. Claim must be submitted before 23.59 on 31.05.2023. Offer excludes Clearance, Refurbished and Open Box products.

OFFER 3
Get £100 OFF the Sony HT-A3000 Dolby Atmos / DTS:X soundbar when bought with this TV. Add both items to your basket and use voucher code 100HTA3000 or mention when you call / visit. Offer available from our stores, from our telesales team, or online. Valid on purchases until 23.59 on 28.03.23 or while stocks last. Offer excludes Clearance, Refurbished and Open Box products.

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”Sony’s first 42-inch OLED is a mini marvel.” ’What Hi-Fi?’ – 5 Star review.

OLED for smaller rooms and desktop gaming

For the first time, this OLED TV features a new, smaller screen. This Sony 42 inch TV makes the technology suitable for smaller rooms, or even as a desktop monitor. Thanks to OLED’s class-leading picture quality, a smaller screen no longer means compromising on picture quality.

4K OLED panel for the finest picture around
Backlighting technology is a thing of the past with OLED. Instead of using various arrays of LEDs to light an LCD display, OLED uses over eight million self-illuminating pixels for sensational image quality. With self-illuminating pixels, you get outstanding contrast. Blacks are far deeper than LED displays and corresponding whites much brighter. For the ultimate in realism, OLED is where it’s at.

Sony’s Cognitive Processor XR just keeps getting better
Sony’s Cognitive Processor XR marries AI to cognitive intelligence for a picture balance that’s best suited to humans rather than just algorithms. The processor analyses every element of the picture to give a sharper image with greater depth and realism. The latest processor features Depth Control and Flexible Colour Contrast Control for even greater depth and colour vibrancy.

XR Triluminos Pro and OLED Contrast Pro for ultimate colour
XR Triluminos Pro combines with XR Colour to deliver the truest and most natural colour. For the highest levels of contrast and detail, XR OLED Contrast Pro adjusts the brightness to give brighter peaks and more detail within darker areas.

The smoothest images with XR OLED Motion and 4K XR Smoothing
Keeping the millions of pixels in check, Sony’s XR OLED Motion technology keeps the action flowing smoothly. Minimising blur, the powerful processing strikes the perfect balance between ultimate detail and the smoothest motion. 4K XR Smoothing reduces picture banding, giving a more lifelike and natural flow to images.

Picture quality as the creator intended – NCM, Dolby Vision and Calman Ready
Compatible with a wide range of technologies, the XR-42A90KU reproduces visuals, just as the creator intended. If you’re a movie fan, you’ll love NCM (Netflix Calibrated Mode). NCM bypasses many of the TV’s processors, giving you a picture that’s much closer to how the filmmaker intended. Calman Ready, this TV is also ideal for those who wish to calibrate their TV to truly professional levels.

Acoustic Surface Audio+ for perfect sound to picture sync
Sony’s unique Acoustic Surface Audio+ speaker system enhances the sync between what you see and what you hear. Vibrating actuators positioned behind the screen pinpoint the sound to the action, heightening the sense of connection and realism. With a centre subwoofer fitted, Acoustic Surface Audio+ gives a bottom-end boost, too.

XR Surround with 3D Surround Upscaling for enveloping sound
Part of the Cognitive Processor XR, XR Surround with 3D Surround Upscaling takes a regular audio signal and creates a virtual surround sound effect – making you feel more immersed in the action.

Works with BRAVIA CAM*
The optional BRAVIA CAM (extra cost option), is the innovative new camera that does so much more than video calls. BRAVIA CAM recognises where viewers are sitting and optimises the picture and sound to suit. It also facilitates the use of gesture control. All this plus it still functions with your TV to make it the ultimate device for video calls.

*Gesture control and auto optimisation function due later in 2022

Google TV**
Using Google’s world-class interface, Google TV makes accessing this Sony TV’s smart features a breeze. Customise your home screen with the apps you use the most, enjoy recommendations, curate your movie nights and even add to your watchlist via your smartphone – Google TV makes sense of Smart TV. You can also access the Sony’s picture, sound and other TV settings – keeping all you need under one ‘roof’.

**This Sony BRAVIA TV features the Youview catch-up TV service, which includes BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, All4 & My5.

Hands-free voice control your TV
Featuring Google Assistant built-in, this Sony TV effortlessly becomes part of your Google/Android home network. The built-in mic lets you search, hands-free. If you prefer to use a different platform, the Sony is compatible, too. Apple AirPlay and Homekit compatibility makes it possible to integrate with your Apple system. Support for Amazon Alexa devices also means you can voice control via your existing Alexa device.

New, premium quality remote control
Pared back and premium, the new aluminium remote control is a joy to use. Simplified buttons and a backlight make it easy to use, day or night. It’s also easy to find. With Function Finder, simply ask the TV to find the remote and remote sends an alert signal – perfect for when it’s dropped behind a cushion!

The perfect partner for your PS5
Combine this BRAVIA XR TV with your PS5 and get a fully optimised experience. Whether you’re gaming or watching a movie on your PS5, the TV automatically adjusts to optimise the picture and settings. Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode mean your PS5 is served better than ever by this Sony TV.

Multi-position stand
Supplied with a multi-position stand, the XR-42A90KU is ideal for use, with or without a soundbar. Dedicated settings offer a higher position for soundbar in place or the standard, low profile position for a sleeker style. The adjustable stand also makes the TV suitable as a desktop gaming display.

See the beauty of OLED, in compact form, with the Sony BRAVIA XR-42A90KU.

Please note, this Smart TV features third party Apps. These Apps may be modified or withdrawn at any time. There may also be a delay in launching some of the featured Apps. Catch-up TV Apps may vary by region. The function and availability of apps is not covered by the manufacturer’s or Richer Sounds’ guarantee.

Please note: This TV does not feature the Freeview Play catch-up service.
Screen
OLED
Yes
Screen Size
42"
Screen Technology
OLED
Picture Quality
LED Backlight
OLED
Local Dimming
Yes - OLED
Motion Processing
XR OLED Motion
Pixel Resolution
3840 x 2160
HDR
Yes
HDR Formats
Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG
Panel Bit Depth
10 bits
Panel Bit Depth
10
Panel Frequency
100Hz
Panel Frequency
100Hz
Display
Screen Resolution
4K Ultra HD
Smart Features
Apple AirPlay
Yes
BBC iPlayer
Yes
Camera
BRAVIA CAM - Optional
Full Web Browser
Yes
Netflix 4K Streaming
Yes
Processor
Quad Core Processor
Works with
Amazon Alexa, Google
Smartphone control
Yes
TV Catch Up
Youview
Voice Activated TV
Yes
Connectivity
ARC - Audio Return Channel
Yes - eARC/ARC
Bluetooth
Yes
Digital Audio Output
Yes - Optical
DLNA Compliant
Yes
HDMI
4 (HDCP 2.2 - 4)
HDMI 2.0
Yes (HDMI 2.1 x 2)
USB
2
Wi-Fi Built In
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
General
Manufacturer's Warranty
1 year
Tuner
Analogue Tuner
Yes
TV Tuner
Freesat, Freeview
Audio
Speakers
Yes
Features
USB Recording
Yes
USB Video Playback
Yes
Energy Consumption
Power Consumption - Annual
52 kWh/1000h
Power Consumption - Standby
0.5
Energy - kWh/1000h
57
Energy - HDR rating
G
Energy - HDR kWh/1000h
62
Energy - Label Rating
G
Dimensions
Dimensions excluding stand WxHxD
933 x 546 x 57
Dimensions including stand WxHxD
933 x 551 x 225
Maximum Stand Width (mm)
500
Outer Box Dimensions WxHxD
1052 x 688 x 170
VESA Fittings
200 x 200
Wall Mount Required
VESA - 200 x 200
Weight
Weight (KG)
13.3/16.4 (Without/With Stand)
Accessories
Remote Control
Yes
Stand
Yes - 2 Position
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Happy so far. Only had a few days very pleased with it so far.Excellent picture.
Date published: 2023-03-20
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Great picture & sound - TERRIBLE INTERFACE What a shame! This TV has a great picture and sound but a terrible interface. It's absolutely not intuitive and things that should be easy tothere's no The Google search searches the internet - useful when I want to but doesn't help. There are two remotes - the simple one and the more functional one but it doesn't seem to have some of the buttons of the first so one ends up do can't be done at all (as far as I can tell). There is no manual and the built-in help is awful. It relates to several models so much doesn't apply; it's virtually impossible to navigate and searching doesn't bring up anything relevant. Recording to an HDD is extremely cumbersome and after hours of trying and searching I have still found no way to search the Guide. Maybe there is a way but I am at a loss to find it. Before I can set up a recording I have to know the date and time of the programme. I can't find a way to start recording a programme I am watching - why isn't there a record button? And I can't find a way to pause live tv. Yuck! Try searching the internet for help and most of the answers apply to another model or to Youview but not as installed on the TV. For instance, YouView website states I can install an app from Google Play Store on Android TVs but the TV's Google Play Store on this Google TV doesn't list it! This is an expensive TV and needs some serious re-working of its interface. We are really disappointed because the screen and sound are so good. Not sure whether we'll keep it or return it
Date published: 2023-03-16
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Very good but i find it complicated to use. It’s a lovely tv but i dont think it’s set up right. I had a samsung before and to find the apps and internet browser was a lot easier
Date published: 2023-03-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Delighted with my new TV I bought this TV a week ago and am so pleased with it. It has great sound quality - a real "richer sound". The overall quality of the picture is excellent too. The accompanying remotes are straightforward and easy to use.
Date published: 2023-03-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Sony Bravia OLED TV Superb product, great picture and sound, very pleased with the purchase.
Date published: 2023-03-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Nice looking TV. Perfect colours and sound. Very happy with my TV. Easy to use and the colours are great without any adjustments. The information on how to use the TV is very easy to understand.
Date published: 2023-03-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great TV. This TV is great. Many features and brilliant picture.
Date published: 2023-03-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Hand set nice and easy to understand Perfect size for my room, good colour, fits in with the furniture
Date published: 2023-03-03
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