Philips recently announced the release plan and expected launch time of its Ambilight series products such as OLED, Mini LED and LED TV in 2024, including OLED+, OLED and Mini LED and other new devices have ushered in significant upgrades.
As the flagship product of the 2024 Ambilight TV series, the OLED+959 features a new, powerful dual-chip P5 AI processor and Meta Technology 20 panels, the new Ambilight Plus system and the integrated Bowers & Wilkins TV 51.2. Sound system.
The Ambilight Plus system takes the previous generation a step further by adding multiple lenses to the rear color LEDs to create a more vibrant, larger, higher-resolution overall glow, and can project up to four different halos at different depths to add a stronger impact to the overall immersive effect.
In terms of core specifications, the OLED+959 is equipped with the eighth-generation P5 AI dual-engine processor, including the new Ambient Intelligence V3, AI Machine Learn Sharpness V2 System, and Smart Bit Enhancement Algorithm V3.
Ambient Intelligence V3 optimizes HDR based on ambient light levels to ensure excellent HDR performance in bright** conditions, while recreating the director's intent in darker rooms. The AI machine learning sharpening system uses new algorithms and additional features of the new dual-chip P5 AI to create more detailed and realistic images, while the new Smart Bit Depth Proofreading algorithm extends 8-bit** to nearly 14-bit accuracy.
OLED+959 uses Meta 20 OLED panel with Micro Lens Array Plus technology, a new 3D MLA lens analysis device optimizes the angle and curvature of the MLA lens to improve light efficiency and increase light output. With the new Meta Multi Booster algorithm, the peak brightness reaches 3000 nits, breaking through the traditional OLED brightness threshold.
In terms of sound, the OLED+959 also comes with the new Bowers & Wilkins 51.2 Integrated multi-channel system delivers audiophile-grade TV sound quality with a total output of 102W. All front, side and top speaker enclosures are covered with kvadrat audiomix textiles in slate grey.
For gamers, there's a new Game Bar that allows players to quickly customize, enhance, and monitor their gaming experience. Whether it's a low-latency, fast-paced FPS or a cinematic-style RPG, players can choose the appropriate game settings file and the graphics, sound, and ambilight settings will automatically adjust with just a few keystrokes.
Players can also launch different picture enhancements to provide a more immersive, focused, and fun gaming experience. You can also monitor the status of your HDMI video signal or turn on the FPS indicator to monitor the performance of your selected game settings. The MEMC feature allows gamers to enjoy a jitter-free visual experience with P5 AI's smooth motion processing, with a latency that can be reduced from 200 ms to 40 ms after activation.
The OLED+959 is only available in a 65-inch form factor, with the option of wall mounting, or a grey metal floor stand that can be mounted in a minimalist design, and is expected to be launched in the third quarter of this year.
Compared with OLED+959, OLED+909 with the same panel and chip, providing 55 inches, 65 inches and 77 inches of three screen sizes to choose from, also as an OLED+ series model, OLED+909 combines the latest eighth-generation P5 AI processing technology, Meta 20 OLED panel and Meta Multi Booster algorithm, support for Ambient Intelligence V3 to optimize HDR settings based on ambient light levels, and a 30 x 50mm ultra-slim 3 with Bowers & Wilkins designThe 1-channel system with an output power of 81W provides a more low-profile form factor without sacrificing sound performance.
The OLED+909 doesn't feature the new Ambilight Plus technology, but it still features a four-sided Ambilight scene lighting system with a simple metal bezel and a front sound system at the bottom of the screen covered with Kvadrat Audiomix textiles. It is expected to be available in June.
The Philips OLED 800 series has been one of the most popular OLED product lines, thanks to its combination of ambilight, excellent picture quality and audio performance in a mid-range OLED segment. **Available in 42-inch, 48-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch, and 77-inch screen sizes, the OLED809 sets the industry standard for performance with the new 8th Gen P5 AI processor and high-brightness OLED EX panel that delivers 1300 nits of peak light output, combined with three-sided immersive AmbiLight technology.
The 8th Gen P5 AI features the new Ambient Intelligence V3 feature, which optimizes HDR settings based on ambient light levels to maintain excellent HDR performance even in bright** conditions. The addition of a new Game Bar, MEMC games, and 144Hz VRR, including Dolby Vision Gaming, also enhanced gaming performance.
Excellent sound quality remains a highlight of the series, with 70W power built-in2A 1-channel system (50W for the 42-inch model) features a more precise digital crossover for precise control of sound distribution between the left and right speakers, and the rear bass is supported by four passive radiators.
The exterior design also takes the minimalist route, including an ultra-narrow black metal bezel and a satin-chrome ** triangular rotating metal bracket. The 77-inch model also comes with satin-finished chrome metal column bases. The OLED 800 series is expected to be available in May.
Following the launch of the "The XTRA" series in 2023, this year's PML9009 represents the continuation of Philips' development of Mini-LED products in its product range.
The PML9009 will be available in 55-inch, 65-inch, 74-inch, and 85-inch screen sizes, and this is also the first time that Philips has launched an 85-inch model of Mini-LED TVs. The PM9009 is equipped with a P5 processor and a high-quality 144Hz 98% DCI WCG wide color gamut panel with excellent performance and peak brightness of 1000 nits.
With the three-sided AmbiLight lighting system, viewers can immerse themselves in the TV while enjoying the intuitive operation of the new Titan OS Smart TV platform. The TV features a premium European design with an ultra-narrow metal bezel in carbon black, and a thin brushed strip at the bottom of the screen that echoes the carbon black of the bimetallic edge arched footing. The PML9009 series is expected to be available in June.
Philips' "The One" series has been well received by many consumers, and the core concept of its products is simple: it can provide all the TV features users need, and it is very competitive among mid-range products on the market.
The 2024 PUS8909 series will be available in screen sizes such as 43 inches, 50 inches, 55 inches, 65 inches, and 75 inches, and the model uses the latest P5 processor and a high-quality 144Hz WCG wide color gamut LCD panel to provide excellent TV picture quality. The immersion is enhanced by a three-sided ambilight system. The PUS8909 features an anthracite metal bezel with a brushed effect on the lower edge of the screen, and the stand is also in a tonal anthracite grey and will be launched in May.