I had a 7yr old Vizio which my kids had done some minor damage to. As a result, I decided to get myself a Black Friday Xmas gift this year and this TV was that gift. I had researched TVs for the better part of the year, thinking originally that I would be buying a 3D capable model. As it is, 3D is not as available in the 2016 models as it was even as recent as last year. This lead me to consider a 4K option and I am so glad that I did. I had read that the curved models were more hype than substance and that less expensive options delivered similar quality. Conversely, I read reviews that advised splurging slightly more as this model is the low end of premium. All told, in my opinion, TV viewing is fairly subjective and you need to decide what you like and what features matter to you when watching.
Having said all of this, I would recommend this TV over and over again to anyone looking. As I said, this was a Black Friday purchase so I bought at a price much less than MSRP. But even if I paid full price, I still wouldn't have been disappointed. I took a photo with my iPhone 6S and felt that the picture didn't do justice to the TV screen picture. The curve is not at all distracting like I thought it could be, although I'm not sold that it adds any real quality to my viewing experience. The colors are deep and rich; the contrast between dark and light is nothing short of stunning. Thus far I have watched Guardians of the Galaxy on Bluray, football on FoxHD and the opening sequences for Quantum of Solace on SciHD. I am blown away at the quality of the picture, how good the speakers are for 20W and the thinness of the unit. It looks amazing just sitting on my wall turned off - that's how much I enjoy this TV.
As for the smart features - still getting used to it. I had some issue with the remote upon opening and then again trying to access the apps, but this was all easily fixed by pairing it with the TV again. The smart features are easy to use and the TV does most of the work for you. I have mine paired with my HD Cable receiver and can use the TV remote to control the receiver with no difficult. My Netflix and Amazon (pre-loaded on the TV) work seamlessly with the TV and I find the navigation far easier and superior to the Sony Bluray I had been using previously to access those services.
To sum it up, this is a great TV and I can think of no reason not to buy it outside of cost. In my mind, Samsung has distanced themselves from the other manufacturers and set the standard for the competition to meet. Do yourself a favor and seriously consider this brand if you're going to lay out the cash for a quality or high-end TV.
One note of caution though related to delivery. Some have expressed that XPO is a second-rate service. I had no issues with the time frame for delivery - I got it when they said I would. I will say that I think they had it in the local warehouse for a couple of days prior to scheduled delivery and, when it was delivered, the team did not fulfill the premium delivery services by unpacking the TV, inspecting it for shipping damage or plugging it in to ensure proper working and then disposing of oackaging. When I questioned them, they denied being responsible for anything other than taking it out of the shippin box and bringing the TV into the house. I didn't have the email in front of me and couldn't find it in my inbox. I also felt no need to argue with them. XPO called to follow up on their own and I voiced this in a message but there was no other follow up on their part. They really are a second rate service and Amazon needs to reconsider associating their brand with these knuckleheads.
| Brand Name | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 67.5 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 57.1 x 14.9 x 36.4 inches |
| Item model number | UN65KU7500FXZA |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Special Features | Flat |
| Item Weight | 67.5 Pounds |
| Standing screen display size | 65 Inches |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
