{"id":130791,"date":"2021-05-14T13:25:48","date_gmt":"2021-05-14T12:25:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=130791"},"modified":"2021-06-01T20:57:34","modified_gmt":"2021-06-01T19:57:34","slug":"lg-up80-review-traditional-tv-with-an-elegant-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/tv\/lg-up80-review-traditional-tv-with-an-elegant-design\/","title":{"rendered":"LG UP80 : Traditional TV with an elegant design"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are thinking of making a good TV, you should consider the new models that\u00a0LG<\/a> handles , which stand out for the variety of features and versions they present. Today we are going to discuss the mid-range that is sometimes the best option for its performance and value. This time we offer you the analysis of the LG UP80 .<\/p>\n

A model that seems quite complete to us, in fact, we believe that it can easily meet the needs of almost any user.\u00a0We are not saying that the\u00a0LG 50UP8000\u00a0is perfect, since like all television it will also have its negative points, which we will also mention in this review,\u00a0to avoid making a bad purchase\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Exterior design of the LG\u00a0UP80<\/h2>\n

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A nice design that maintains the foundations of previous models<\/p>\n

The aesthetics of the LG UP80 seems acceptable to us, since it maintains the design that we liked from previous televisions, yes, we will not find many changes in its appearance, however, they do not seem to be so necessary, since it has a positive aspect . The first thing to consider is that its size is ideal for medium-sized rooms.<\/p>\n

What we like is that it integrates easily into any environment, although we can recommend that you place them directly on the wall, so it will look much better.\u00a0It presents a black chassis that combines well with the rest of its design\u00a0, therefore, we are going to obtain a greater presence that is maintained regardless of the angle from where it is seen.<\/p>\n

Another detail that makes this TV look pretty is that it has slim bezels that provide a more marked elegance.\u00a0In addition, it\u00a0offers us a useful space on the larger screen that will be ideal to enjoy a better reproduction of content\u00a0.\u00a0The construction of the television is acceptable, although we must be careful when placing it.<\/p>\n

Connectivity<\/h3>\n

We will receive the necessary connectors for a good experience, for example, we have three\u00a0HDMI 2.0\u00a0inputs\u00a0that we can use to connect external devices such as laptops, consoles and players.\u00a0Likewise, there are two\u00a0USB 2.0\u00a0ports\u00a0that handle a double function, and that gives us more options.\u00a0We can reproduce or record content.\u00a0To establish a better connection with our internet, an\u00a0Ethernet\u00a0port is presented\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Other physical connections that we have available in case we need them are its satellite input, its optical audio output and its antenna.\u00a0In the specifications table we have left you the different tuners that will be compatible with this television.\u00a0Now let’s talk about the wireless that also comes well equipped with the most important options and from which we can get the most out of them.\u00a0We talk about its\u00a0Wi-Fi\u00a0,\u00a0Bluetooth 5.0\u00a0and\u00a0DLNA\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Image quality and general functions of the LG UP80<\/h2>\n

We consider that the\u00a0LG 50UP80006LA\u00a0presents an acceptable image that is great to enjoy all our content.\u00a0As if that were not enough,\u00a0an interesting variety of technologies are included that we will analyze a little later\u00a0.\u00a0Here we receive a 4K resolution that due to its power should give us more precise and real details.<\/p>\n

Its definition is complemented by a Direct LED panel that, if we can analyze it, is the weakest aspect on this subject.\u00a0Not that it is all bad, however,\u00a0its power is not adequate if the TV is in a very dark\u00a0or\u00a0bright environment\u00a0.\u00a0And this can translate into quite a few losses in image quality.<\/p>\n

The advantage as we mentioned above is that we have important technologies that will make these types of problems feel less.\u00a0One of the most attractive is\u00a0Dynamic Color,\u00a0which presents us with a wider spectrum of colors with more natural tones so that each scene has greater realism.\u00a0For its part,\u00a0LG Local Contrast\u00a0gives us sharpness in contrast.<\/p>\n

Of course, we will have more functions that we could mention, however, several of those work in a similar way and focus on improving parameters such as\u00a0color\u00a0,\u00a0contrast\u00a0,\u00a0brightness\u00a0and\u00a0saturation\u00a0.\u00a0What we can mention is that the image will look much better.\u00a0We cannot forget that there is compatibility with the\u00a0HDR10 +\u00a0and\u00a0HLG\u00a0formats\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Sound<\/h3>\n

Another weak point of this television is its audio quality that in theory cannot be considered a disadvantage, since the power offered is the common one in the mid-range.\u00a0However, we have the problem that for more demanding content, the quality that is transmitted will not be enough.\u00a0And it is that we only find two speakers\u00a0and\u00a020W total\u00a0.<\/p>\n

The benefit we find is that an interesting variety of technologies are offered that will make a significant contribution to this model.\u00a0It is not that the power will increase much, but unlike what it is without it if a considerable change is noticed.\u00a0Here we highlight the presence of\u00a0Adaptive Sound Control\u00a0,\u00a0Clear Voice\u00a0,\u00a0AI Sound\u00a0and\u00a0Dolby Digital\u00a0.<\/p>\n

LG 50UP8000 software review \/ Smart TV and more<\/h2>\n

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We have different options to receive more entertainment<\/p>\n

The\u00a0LG 50UP8000\u00a0already includes the most recent version of\u00a0webOS\u00a0, therefore, we are going to enjoy all the improvements that have been made to it.\u00a0One of the most obvious is found in its optimization that allows us to enjoy a more fluid and intuitive platform.\u00a0Its application catalog has great options such as\u00a0Netflix\u00a0,\u00a0Movistar +\u00a0,\u00a0Disney +\u00a0and\u00a0Apple TV\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Obviously there are more applications that we can install and enjoy on this television.\u00a0Among them we have\u00a0Google Assistant\u00a0and\u00a0Amazon Alexa\u00a0that will allow us to enjoy better control, since we can perform actions only with our voice.\u00a0To stream content from an iPhone or iPad we have the\u00a0Apple AirPlay 2\u00a0application\u00a0.<\/p>\n

At first it may seem that the\u00a0LG 50UP80006LA.AEU\u00a0is not a good option for gaming, however, we must know that it includes two quite interesting technologies to considerably improve our experience.\u00a0We are talking about\u00a0Game Optimizer\u00a0and\u00a0Low Input Lag\u00a0that will give us a more fluid and precise experience in the graphics.<\/p>\n

LG UP80: Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n

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