Samsung UN55B6000 Review – 55-inch LED HDTV
Originally Reviewed on November 6th, 2009Samsung UN55B6000 Review: 55” LED HDTV
Up for Review: Samsung UN55B6000 LED TV. This is definitely a high-end TV with a high-end price which you can expect with the latest technology, LED TV. Although you can still get an equally good TV for a lesser amount of money, you will not get the new fancy features which set this TV apart. The problem with this set is the fluctuating backlight which surely needs to be improved upon. Priced at $3599.00 (often on sale for under $3000 at Amazon.com), this set is a bit on the costlier side. But connoisseurs will surely buy it to improve the look of the living room.
Measuring just 1.2 inches deep, this HDTV is among the slimmest TVs being promoted this year. The intention of most manufacturers is to include as many novel features as possible while cutting down on the depth. And this small depth makes it look like a pretty picture when mounted on the walls. It looks equally good on its great looking stand, with a hint of red shining from the bezel. The transparent edge further lends a classic look to the TV. You also have the liberty to swivel the TV on its stand and fiddle round with the settings. This also helps in providing a better view from any seat in the house.
Samsung UN55B6000 Features and Specifications Review:
- 55”display
- TFT active matrix technology
- 1920 x 1080 resolution
- 120 Hz refresh rate
- Progressive scanning
- 4 ms pixel response time
- Picture-in-picture
- 2 x 10W speakers
- SRS TruSurround HD
- 4 HDMI
- VGA PC Interface
- USB port
- Infrared remote control
- 1 year warranty
Edge-lit LED backlighting forms the main feature of this HDTV. The Samsung UN55B6000 is edge-lit instead of using the local dimming technology of other models. Another basic difference between these set and other higher-end sets is the use of Yahoo widgets. This makes the TV less interactive. But there is still provision for InfoLink Service which provides vital information through the Internet. News, stocks and weather are easily accessible though the InfoLink service.
The Samsung UN55B6000 has 120 Hz refresh rate and dejudder processing. There are a host of picture adjustments including five color temperature presets, three noise reduction capabilities and several other controls to make the images look really outstanding. There are even three power saver modes which conserve a lot of energy. Besides the E-manual, there is also a customer care screen which has the firmware version. This is very useful when you want to contact the company for any service or complaints. Connectivity is also good with 4 HDMI, 2 USB ports and VGA interface for using the TV as a computer monitor. The overall performance of this HDTV fulfills all expectations and is a good device to invest money in.
HDTVUniverse.com gives Samsung UN55B6000 9/10 stars!
Darrel's reviewDecember 31, 2009
I purchased this unit about 1/12 months ago. Just sent off my second payment and the unit is Dead!!! Already need a service call. Go ahead and spend $3,000 on junk? I’ve had a 37″ Vizio for over a year and it works fine at the fraction of the cost. I should have saved my money. Good thing it went out before I bragged about it at first. Another family memeber wanted to buy one. They changed their mind already not to do so.
Darrel's reviewJanuary 01, 2010
I finished a user review just yesterday concerning the UN55B6000 Samsung.
My review diappeared from the posting. My concern is if you have a product that is defective and it gets a negative review it should be left for all to see. After all, spending $3000 on a upscale tv isn’t something we do everyday and when it only operates for 1 1/2 monts and is completely dead. One can see how the buyer would be a little upset. It’s a good thing I have my Vizio to watch the college bowl games today. All my friends will have to get a little closer to the smaller tv and ask me. Why didn’t you just buy another Vizio ?