Four new TV models feature improved
picture quality with high brightness, expanded color volume,
enhanced dynamic contrast, and multi-directional sound to
revitalize every scene, just as the filmmakers intended.
SAN
DIEGO, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony
Electronics Inc. today announced its 2024 BRAVIA TV lineup and the
redefining of BRAVIA as a brand that provides the ultimate
home cinema experience. As part of the new BRAVIA line-up, Sony
will release four new TV models, with BRAVIA 9 as the
flagship capable of extraordinary peak brightness, deep blacks, and
expanded contrast. The new lineup also includes the BRAVIA 9
Flagship Mini LED, BRAVIA 8 OLED, BRAVIA 7 Mini LED, and
BRAVIA 3 LED with select models being available for
pre-order now in the U.S. and available soon in Canada. In addition, Sony announced today the
BRAVIA Theater home audio product lineup made for seamless
integration to experience the full audiovisual richness of any
content at home.
BRAVIA is designed to enhance the authenticity of cinematic
content, delivering impressive picture and sound at home as the
filmmakers intended. By unifying TVs, soundbars, and other home
audio technologies under the single brand, BRAVIA, Sony aims for
customers to have a simplified home theater setup to enjoy the
ultimate cinematic experience of immersive picture and sound.
The matching features and design of BRAVIA TVs and BRAVIA Theater
home audio products make it easier for consumers to choose their
ideal combination of products to complete their home theater.
"Sony has been operating at the heart of the film industry for
decades and has unique positioning with their experience in film
creation, professional production equipment, and distribution. We
want to bring that expertise to consumers' homes by integrating it
into our new BRAVIA TVs and BRAVIA Theater home audio devices,"
said Yoshihiro Ono, Head of Home
Entertainment Business Unit, Sony Corporation. "We are excited to
launch these new products and for consumers to have an upgraded
cinematic experience in their homes."
Cinema is Coming Home with BRAVIA
The BRAVIA 9 Flagship Mini LED is Sony's brightest
4K TV ever with thousands of Mini
LEDs precisely controlled by XR Backlight Master
Drive™1, based on technology found in Sony's
professional monitors used by filmmakers. With higher luminance
than ever, new color volumes can be reached. BRAVIA 9 can
accurately reproduce natural scenes in detail, hosting
approximately 325% more dimming zones and being approximately 50%
brighter than its predecessor, the 2023 X95L model. The model
includes X-Wide Angle™ to preserve color and brightness
while viewing the TV from any angle, and X-Anti Reflection™
to reduce screen glare so all viewers have a premium picture.
Additionally, BRAVIA 9 features Acoustic Multi-Audio+ and is
the world's first2 TV with upward firing Beam Tweeters
in addition to side Frame Tweeters to deliver cinematic surround
sound.
BRAVIA 9, BRAVIA 8 and BRAVIA 7 use the
intelligent XR Processor™ that uses a scene recognition
system to analyze every frame with high accuracy, and then
optimizes the picture for ultimate realism. Reinforced by XR
Triluminos Pro™ these models can display billions of accurate
colors and enhance the range of hues and saturation to reveal
extremely precise color in every scene, just as the filmmaker
intended.
Partnering to Deliver the Best Cinematic Experience
BRAVIA TVs are equipped with Studio Calibrated Pictures modes
aimed to reproduce the image quality intended by filmmakers on your
TV at home. In addition to the existing Netflix Adaptive Calibrated
Mode and SONY PICTURES CORE Calibrated Mode (formerly BRAVIA
CORE),3, 4 Prime Video Calibrated Mode is a new mode
designed to provide customers with even more ways to experience
premium entertainment through the lens of the creator. With Prime
Video Calibrated Mode, customers can enjoy optimum picture quality
that is automatically calibrated across movies, series, and for the
first time, live sports. 3, 5
Studio Calibrated modes:
- Netflix Adaptive Calibrated Mode4
- SONY PICTURES CORE Calibrated Mode5 (formerly BRAVIA
CORE Calibrated Mode)
- NEW - Prime Video Calibrated Mode6
Both BRAVIA TVs and BRAVIA Theater home audio products are
compatible with IMAX Enhanced and certified by IMAX and DTS® to get
the best possible IMAX movie experience from SONY PICTURES CORE
(formerly BRAVIA CORE) and select films on Disney+. BRAVIA users
can enjoy optimized IMAX picture and sound with IMAX Enhanced mode,
including IMAX Enhanced sound with DTS:X.6 SONY PICTURES
CORE will introduce select series of Crunchyroll– a streaming
service focused on anime. This will add a host of Crunchyroll anime
series to customers with an included streaming
package7.
IMAX:
"We're excited to bring audiences an unrivaled cinematic
experience in the home and beyond with Sony's new BRAVIA IMAX
Enhanced certified TVs and BRAVIA Theater home audio products,"
said Vikram Arumilli, SVP and GM,
Streaming and Consumer Technology at IMAX. "IMAX Enhanced is
designed to preserve and enhance filmmaker's vision and intent, and
Sony's expanded device offering adds more ways for fans to
experience the power of IMAX through some of the most iconic films
hosted on the platform."
Dolby:
"Storytelling is at the heart of everything we do at Dolby,"
said Mahesh Balakrishnan, Vice
President of Consumer Entertainment, Dolby Laboratories. "With
Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, creatives have a wider set of tools
to work with so audiences can experience their stories exactly as
they envisioned. Through the combination of Sony best-in-class
engineering and Dolby's industry leading innovations, consumers can
enjoy truly cinematic Dolby experiences on their favorite Sony
BRAVIA TVs and BRAVIA Theater devices."
BRAVIA TV + BRAVIA Theater Integration
In cinemas, speakers are usually located behind the screen,
which has numerous small holes for sound to pass through allowing
the dialogue you hear to sound like it is coming from the correct
position of the image projected on screen. Select BRAVIA TVs and
BRAVIA Theater products feature Acoustic Center Sync,8
which mimics the cinema experience by fusing the sound of the TV's
speakers and the soundbar seamlessly, elevating the audio and
dialogue to precisely match the action on screen.
New to BRAVIA TVs is Voice Zoom 3™, which recognizes
human dialogue through AI algorithms and amplifies or reduces its
volume so hard to hear dialogue sounds loud and clear, even in the
most intense action scenes.9 When connected together,
BRAVIA Theater is able to tap into Voice Zoom 3 and utilize the
technology to improve dialogue volume as well. This function and
more can be controlled through the BRAVIA Connect App (formerly
Home Entertainment Connect App) which guides users through initial
setup, adjusts volume, sound field, and more.15 Settings
for Voice Zoom 3, Acoustic Center Sync, BRAVIA Theater audio
products connected to BRAVIA, and other TV features can now be
operated using the BRAVIA Connect without displaying the menu bar
on the TV screen while watching a movie.
BRAVIA TV models, prices, and features
- BRAVIA 9 Mini LED (85", 75", 65")
- 85" Class (84.6" diag): $5,499.99
USD MSRP/ $6.499.99 CA
MSRP
- 75" Class (74.5" diag): $3,999.99
USD MSRP/ $4,799.99 CA
MSRP
- 65" Class (64.5" diag): $3,299.99
USD MSRP/ $3,999.99 CA
MSRP
- BRAVIA 8 OLED (77", 65", 55")
- 77" Class (76.7" diag): $3,899.99
USD MSRP/ $4,899.99 CA
MSRP
- 65" Class (64.5" diag): $2,799.99
USD MSRP/ $3,399.99 CA MSRP
- 55" Class (54.6" diag): $1,999.99
USD MSRP/ $2,499.99 CA
MSRP
- BRAVIA 7 Mini LED (85", 75", 65", 55")
- 85" Class (84.6" diag): $3,499.99
USD MSRP/ $4,699.99 CA
MSRP
- 75" Class (74.5" diag): $2,799.99
USD MSRP/ $3,599.99 CA
MSRP
- 65" Class (64.5" diag): $2,299.99
USD MSRP/ $2,699.99 CA
MSRP
- 55" Class (54.6" diag): $1,899.99
USD MSRP/ $2,299.99 CA
MSRP
- BRAVIA 3 LED (85", 75", 65", 55", 50", 43")
- 85" Class (84.6" diag): $1,799.99
USD MSRP/ $2,499.99 CA
MSRP
- 75" Class (74.5" diag): $1,299.99
USD MSRP/ $1,699.99 CA
MSRP
- 65" Class (64.5" diag): $999.99
USD MSRP/ $1,299.99 CA
MSRP
- 55" Class (54.6" diag): $849.99
USD MSRP/ $999.99 CA MSRP
- 50" Class (49.5" diag): $699.99
USD MSRP/ $849.99 CA MSRP
- 43" Class (42.5" diag): $599.99
USD MSRP/ $749.99 CA MSRP
Key BRAVIA TV Lineup Features:
- All streaming on one screen: Google TV™ brings together
your favorite entertainment from across your apps and organizes it
all. And with Google Assistant™, users can simply use their voice
to search and ask questions.10
- Movies included with BRAVIA TV: Get movies included
within the SONY PICTURES CORE app (formerly BRAVIA
CORE).11
- Studio calibrated picture: Get picture quality just as
the creators intended with studio calibrated picture modes
specially designed for Netflix, Prime Video, and SONY PICTURES CORE
(formerly BRAVIA CORE).3, 4, 5
- More immersive movie experience: Get a truly
cinematic viewing experience with support for Dolby Vision® and
Atmos®, IMAX® Enhanced, and DTS:X®.12
- Features for PlayStation® 5: Take PS5® gaming to the
next level with exclusive features – Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto
Genre Picture Mode – that optimizes picture quality for gaming and
streaming.13
- Perfectly pairs with Sony soundbars: Pair BRAVIA TV with
compatible Sony soundbars for the ultimate cinema-like experience
at home.
- All game settings in one place: Game Menu puts all the
gaming picture settings and exclusive assist features in one
place.
- Compatible with BRAVIA CAM: BRAVIA CAM (sold separately)
automatically optimizes picture and sound according to the room
environment14, and users can enjoy video chat on a
bigger screen.3
- All Eco settings in one place: Eco Dashboard keeps all
energy efficiency settings in one place, making it easier to change
them individually or in one go.19
BRAVIA 9 Mini LED Key Features:
[85" class
(84.6" diag.), 75" class (74.5" diag.), 65" class (64.5"
diag.)]
- Mini LED brightness and contrast: Thousands of Mini LEDs
are precisely controlled by XR Backlight Master Drive™ to deliver
authentic contrast and Sony's brightest ever 4K TV.
- Billions of real-world colors: Access billions of
accurate real-world colors with QLED technology and XR Triluminos
Pro™.
- Powerful TV processing: XR Processor™ intelligently
enhances every scene in real-time boosting color, contrast, and
clarity.
- Beautiful picture from any angle: Get a premium picture,
with reduced glare, from every seat in the room with X-Wide Angle™
and X-Anti Reflection™.
- Cinematic surround sound: With Acoustic Multi-Audio+™,
and support for Dolby Atmos®, up-firing Beam Tweeters and Frame
Tweeters produce room filling cinematic surround sound.
- Loud and clear dialog: Hear people's voices clearly,
even in loud action scenes, with Voice Zoom
3™.8
- HDMI 2.1 features: Get the advantage in high-performance
gaming with HDMI 2.1 features 4K/120,
VRR, ALLM and the newly added Source-based Tone Mapping
(SBTM).16
- Beautifully designed: Premium four-way stand – two
low-profile positions for wide or narrow furniture, or two raised
positions to accommodate a soundbar.17
- Premium backlit Eco Remote: Sony's rechargeable and
backlit Premium Eco Remote uses approximately 79.7% recycled
plastic.
For full BRAVIA 9 specifications, please visit:
https://www.electronics.sony.com/Bravia9 (US) and
https://www.sony.ca/en/bravia (CA)
BRAVIA 8 OLED Key Features:
[77" class (76.7" diag.), 65" class (64.5" diag.), 55" class (54.6"
diag.)]
- Pure black OLED contrast: Over 8 million self-lit pixels
are precisely controlled to produce pure black with high
brightness.
- Billions of real-world colors: Access billions of
accurate real-world colors XR Triluminos Pro™.
- Powerful TV processing: XR Processor™ intelligently
enhances every scene in real-time boosting color, contrast, and
clarity.
- Cinematic sound: With Acoustic Surface Audio+™, hear
true immersive audio from the entire screen, perfectly matching
sound to the action. The screen is the speaker.
- Loud and clear dialog: Hear people's voices clearly,
even in loud action scenes, with Voice Zoom
3™.8
- HDMI 2.1 features: Get the advantage in high-performance
gaming with HDMI 2.1 features 4K/120,
VRR, ALLM, and the newly added Source-based Tone Mapping
(SBTM).16
- Beautifully designed: Premium four-way stand – two
low-profile positions for wide or narrow furniture, or two raised
positions to accommodate a soundbar.17
For full BRAVIA 8 specifications, please visit:
https://www.electronics.sony.com/Bar8 and
https://www.sony.ca/en/bravia (CA)
BRAVIA 7 Mini LED Key Features:
[85" class (84.6" diag.), 75" class (74.5" diag.), 65" class (64.5"
diag.), 55" class (54.6" diag.)]
- Mini LED brightness and contrast: Thousands of Mini LEDs
are precisely controlled by XR Backlight Master Drive™ to deliver
captivating brightness and authentic contrast.
- Billions of real-world colors: Access billions of
accurate real-world colors with QLED technology and XR Triluminos
Pro™.
- Powerful TV processing: XR Processor™ intelligently
enhances every scene in real-time boosting color, contrast, and
clarity.
- Cinematic sound: With Acoustic Multi-Audio™, sound
positioning tweeters produce wider, elevated sound that matches the
picture you see.
- Loud and clear dialog: Hear people's voices clearly,
even in loud action scenes, with Voice Zoom
3™. 8
- HDMI 2.1 features: Get the advantage in high-performance
gaming with HDMI 2.1 features 4K/120,
VRR, ALLM, and the newly added Source-based Tone Mapping
(SBTM).15
- Beautifully designed: Premium four-way stand – two
low-profile positions for wide or narrow furniture, or two raised
positions to accommodate a soundbar.16
For full BRAVIA 7 specifications, please visit:
https://www.electronics.sony.com/Bravia7 and
https://www.sony.ca/en/bravia (CA)
BRAVIA 3 LED Key Features:
- Intelligent TV processing: 4K HDR Processor X1™ intelligently enhances every
scene in real-time boosting color, contrast, and
clarity.
- Real-world colors: With Triluminos Pro™, see over a
billion accurate colors for lifelike picture quality that is vivid
and bright.
- Upscale content – Bring back lost detail and see content
upscaled to near-4K resolution with 4K X-Reality™ PRO.17
- Smooth and clear action: See blur-free picture quality
in fast-moving sports and movies powered by Motionflow XR™
technology.
- Full, clear sound: Sony's innovative X-Balanced
Speaker™, and support for Dolby Atmos®, provides clear natural
sound for all content.
For full BRAVIA 3 specifications, please visit:
https://www.electronics.sony.com/Bravia3 and
https://www.sony.ca/en/bravia (CA)
Environmental initiatives:
Sony has set forth an environmental plan called Road to Zero,
which aims to achieve zero environmental impact through its
business activities and product life cycles by 2050. To contribute
to this vision, Sony will pursue innovations for its BRAVIA
products that provide the best viewing experience with high picture
and sound quality and a premium design all the while contributing
to reducing its environmental impact.
Reduced power consumption:
BRAVIA 9 and BRAVIA 7 use Sony's proprietary Mini LED processing
technology to automatically optimize each scene to achieve both
high brightness and low-power consumption. In addition, the newly
evolved Eco Dashboard allows users to easily set and manage various
energy saving settings of BRAVIA TVs all at once. Users can check
the amount of power used and tips for saving
energy18.
Reducing virgin plastic usage in products:
To reduce environmental impact, Sony is working on multiple
aspects of the product life cycle, such as reduction of virgin
plastic use, improvement of transportation efficiency, and
reviewing energy consumption during use.
From material development to exterior design, Sony has succeeded
in significantly increasing the use of recycled materials in its
BRAVIA products while maintaining a high-quality finish.
SORPLAS™19, a recycled plastic developed by Sony, is
used for the back cover20, which has the largest surface
area on a TV, with approximately 65%21 of the total
plastic used being recycled material. The compact Eco Remote is
also made from approximately 79.7% recycled
plastic22.
Commitment to accessibility
Sony aims to contribute to an inclusive society through its
business by increasing accessibility to enable those with diverse
needs to utilize its products. BRAVIA develops products with
accessibility in mind so that all customers can enjoy the movie
experience.
The Talkback screen reader function allows users to check
program listings and set up your TV without looking at the screen.
It also can enlarge text and display it on the screen.
Additionally, the tactile dots on the HDMI and S-Center terminals
of BRAVIA TV match those found on the BRAVIA Theater products to
simplify the process of locating and connecting ports for a smooth
setup experience.
Color inversion makes it possible to invert the brightness of
colors so that bright areas become dark, and dark areas become
bright. This feature can be turned on or off as needed. If the text
is easier to read with a dark or bright background color, users can
use color inversion to change the background color.
Voice commands can be used to operate the BRAVIA TV, such
as turning the power on/off and adjusting the volume. BRAVIA TVs
are also equipped with shortcut commands that allow users to
quickly and easily turn on/off accessibility features, allowing
both those who require them and those who do not to use the same TV
set without stress.
Click here for more on BRAVIA and accessibility
About Sony Electronics Inc.
Sony Electronics is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America
and an affiliate of Sony Group Corporation, one of the most
comprehensive entertainment companies in the world, with a
portfolio that encompasses electronics, music, motion pictures,
mobile, gaming, robotics and financial services. Headquartered in
San Diego, California, Sony
Electronics is a leader in electronics for the consumer and
professional markets. Operations include research and development,
engineering, sales, marketing, distribution and customer service.
Sony Electronics creates products that innovate and inspire
generations, such as the award-winning Alpha Interchangeable Lens
Cameras and revolutionary high-resolution audio products. Sony is
also a leading manufacturer of end-to-end solutions from
4K professional broadcast and A/V
equipment to industry leading 4K and
8K Ultra HD TVs. Visit
http://www.sony.com/news for more information.
About Sony Corporation
Sony Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group
Corporation and is responsible for the Entertainment, Technology
& Services (ET&S) business in the Sony Group. With the
vision to "continue to deliver Kando and Anshin* to people and
society across the world through the pursuit of technology and new
challenges," Sony Corporation supports the Sony Group with
technology to create the entertainment of the future together with
creators. For more information, visit: www.sony.net.
*Both Japanese words, Kando means emotion and Anshin has various
meanings such as peace of mind, reassurance, reliability and
trust.
1 Available in BRAVIA 9 and BRAVIA 7.
2 As of April 2024.
According to Sony research.
3 Prime Video Calibrated Mode will be available via
firmware update about Summer 2024.
4 Available in BRAVIATM 9, 8 and 7.
Netflix streaming membership required. 4K Ultra HD availability subject to your Netflix
subscription plan, internet service, device capabilities, and
content availability. www.netflix.com/termsofuse
5 Available in BRAVIATM 9, 8 and 7,
Services availability depends on countries/regions.
6 Available in BRAVIATM 9, 8 and 7 . Prime
Video Calibrated Mode will be available via firmware update about
Summer 2024.
7 For SONY PICTURES CORE terms and conditions, please
access https://electronics.sony.com/bravia-core
8 Acoustic Center Sync works with compatible BRAVIA
TVs. For full compatibility list: https://www.sony.net/hav_faq.
Acoustic Center Sync feature will be available via firmware update
about Spring 2024.
9 Voice Zoom 3 feature will be available via a future
firmware update about Summer 2024. Compatible with home theater
products: BRAVIA Theater Quad, BRAVIA Theater Bar 9, BRAVIA Theater
Bar 8.
10 User must accept Google Terms of Service
(http://www.google.com/policies/terms/), Google Play Terms of
Service
(https://play.google.com/intl/en-US_us/about/play-terms/index.html),
and Privacy Policy (http://www.google.com/policies/privacy/) to use
this product. User consents to a mandatory software update at
set-up and such other additional updates that may be required in
the future by Google and/or Sony. User must connect to a Google
Account to use certain advertised features, including voice to
activate linked apps, and install certain apps and operating
software during setup. Use of this product without connecting to a
Google Account allows only basic features and certain apps.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Wireless connectivity requires 802.11 home network (802.11n
recommended). Network services, content, operating system, and
software of this product may be subject to separate or third-party
terms and conditions and changed, interrupted, or discontinued at
any time and may require fees, registration, and credit card
information. Apps must be compatible with this product. App
availability varies by region and device.
11 Purchase an eligible TV and register for SONY
PICTURES CORE™ by February 23, 2025
to be eligible for promotion offers. Available movies subject to
change. Terms and conditions apply, for full details see
https://www.sony.net/bravia-core. Network services, content, and
operating system and software of product may be subject to separate
or third-party terms and conditions and changed, interrupted, or
discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration, and
credit card information.
12 Dolby Vision and Atmos content compatible with
streaming services or compatible content device connected via HDMI
input (sold separately).
13 To activate Auto HDR Tone Mapping, must enable
feature when pairing PS5 to the TV for the first time; or will need
to perform factory reset on PS5 and enable the feature during
initial setup. Auto Genre Picture Mode works when Auto Picture Mode
on the TV is set to ON. Both features are supported only when PS5
and TV are directly connected, or via compatible Sony soundbar.
Applicable TV models: Z9K, A95K, A95L, A80K, A80L, XR80B, X95K,
X95L, XR90B, X93L, XR70B, X90K, X90L, X85K, S30B, X80K
14 BRAVIA 9, 8 and 7 only
15 Game title supporting VRR and/or 4K/120fps required. VRR results may vary
depending on the game you're playing. If enabling VR results in any
unexpected visual effects, you can turn it off at any time.
16 Actual look may differ depending on TV size and
type of cables used. Applicable soundbar models when the TV stand
is set to inside raised position: BRAVIA Theater Bar 9, BRAVIA
Theater Bar 8.
17 Upscaled, simulated and enhanced 4K images will vary based on source content.
18 The look and features available through the Eco
Dashboard vary by model. Power consumption is an approximate value
and may differ from the actual value.
19 SORPLAS: Sustainable Oriented Recycled
Plastic.
20 In BRAVIA 9 and 8. SORPLAS™ may not be used for
parts depending on the time of production.
21 Depending on model and size.
22 May not be used for parts depending on the time of
production.
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