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<\/p>\nNot long ago, Philips launched a new representative of the Philips Ambient Light series \u2013 the Philips PML9308 Mini LED line.\u00a0Nowadays, audiences are becoming more and more demanding in their desire for audiovisual experiences, from the simple requirement of a \u201cbig screen\u201d to multi-faceted demands for picture quality, immersion and ease of use.<\/p>\n
With this in mind, Philips is supporting this endeavor with both hands.\u00a0On the one hand, the company creates a large MiniLED backlit screen with excellent images;\u00a0on the other hand, it uses Ambilight as a new way to enhance immersion, bringing consumers an enhanced audiovisual experience.\u00a0In the 55PML9308 \/ 12 4K HDR Mini LED Ambilight TV review, we will look at the functionality of the new product.<\/p>\n
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The Ambilight series has always been an outstanding masterpiece of Philips TVs.\u00a0The first impression of the Philips 55PML9308 TV is its frameless design.\u00a0The metal frame is sleek and unobtrusive, and the full-screen design allows the viewer to focus on the image and ignore the physical limitations of the case.<\/p>\n
The design of the rear of the case is equally simple, with the various ports divided into two areas and located on the side and bottom on the right side of the rear panel.\u00a0This design maintains the integrity of the back panel, makes it easier to wall mount, and also helps the TV maximize heat dissipation.\u00a0Unlike\u00a0the Philips PML9008,\u00a0there is a complex subwoofer at the back of the described model.<\/p>\n The stand, which is hollow at the front, is designed as a central base.\u00a0The similar\u00a0Philips PML9507\u00a0TV had legs instead.\u00a0In any case, there are no problems with stability.\u00a0And the articulated joint of the stand allows you to rotate the TV around a vertical axis by \u00b130\u00b0.\u00a0The screen at the bottom is equipped with a sound panel covered with fabric.\u00a0It is an anthracite gray color, darker than before, which makes it completely forgettable when watching programs in the dark.<\/p>\n The remote control is the same as the rest of Philips LCD TVs in 2023.\u00a0The layout of the buttons has changed slightly, but they are still small and sometimes awkward to press.\u00a0Only the dedicated buttons for video services are double in size.\u00a0Along with the number buttons, there is also a microphone for voice control.<\/p>\n The Philips PML9308 TV body is surrounded on three sides by an Ambilight lighting system.\u00a0LED ambient light beads on the rear panel allow the TV to provide different ambient lighting depending on the current image.\u00a0And it, in turn, enhances the immersive effect with its colorful radiance.<\/p>\n Philips ambient light is more than just a \u201ctent\u201d: it can be allowed to follow video, audio or display shades of fixed or national flag colors.\u00a0In everyday use scenarios, video synchronization is of greatest interest.\u00a0By the way, the Ambilight settings menu has become simpler: it is a list of modes, and not a menu with submenus, as in previous models.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, this 2023 model no longer has the ability to sync the light signal with other Philips Hue equipment.\u00a0A paid Hue Sync TV app does exist, but TP Vision has decided not to push this paid service.\u00a0It’s a shame, because it really allows viewers to be immersed in a completely immersive visual atmosphere.\u00a0Previous Philips TV models remain compatible.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Important parameters for assessing the quality of a television picture are brightness, color gamut, refresh rate, etc., which we often hear about.\u00a0The Philips MiniLED TV PML9308 series this time offers 1000 nits of brightness, 98% DCI-P3 color gamut, supports HDR10+ and DV, has a 120Hz panel and is equipped with a P5 processor for improved picture quality.<\/p>\n On paper he is already very good.\u00a0Starting in 2023, Philips MiniLED TVs will be equipped with IPS matrices.\u00a0Of course, everyone has already heard that\u00a0VA matrices\u00a0have a much higher intrinsic contrast, providing images with deep blacks.\u00a0But the ADS version and IPS panels have improvements in this regard, especially with local dimming enabled, which is adjustable in 80 zones.\u00a0And coupled with wide viewing angles and accurate color reproduction, they are a good replacement.<\/p>\n The official nominal brightness of the sensor is 1000 nits, but measurements show peak brightness up to about 1100 nits.\u00a0Color gamut represents the ability of a TV panel to display the number of colors.\u00a0The higher the color gamut, the more natural and smoother the color transitions in the image will be, and you can avoid distortion of shades.\u00a0In other words, a wide color gamut makes the picture you see closer to the real world.<\/p>\n Test results show that the PML9308 color gamut reaches 97% of the P3 color gamut.\u00a0Taking into account possible errors in testing equipment, this result is basically in line with the official P3 rated color gamut of 98% and further proves that the model’s color saturation is excellent.<\/p>\n In a picture with a clear contrast between light and dark, the Philips PML9308’s picture contrast is very good and its overall light control ability is near perfect.\u00a0The depth of field effect in photographs is excellent.\u00a0In 4K video, the edges of the contours are very clear, and there are no halos around bright objects.\u00a0At the same time, color transitions are smooth and natural, and shades are accurate.<\/p>\n As the main device in the living room, the TV plays a role that goes far beyond just watching melodramas.\u00a0In the big screen era, it is becoming the mainstay for action movies and the monitor for competitive gaming.\u00a0The Philips PML9108 120Hz panel combined with VRR and low latency ALLM technology delivers better effects in games and movies, and has been able to pass the official AMD Free Sync Premium certification.<\/p>\n During fast-paced games, the image is smooth, without obvious lag or screen tearing.\u00a0And the high refresh rate also improves the viewing experience, creating a shocking effect on the screen.\u00a0The 7th generation P5 Perfect Picture dual-core image processor is responsible for optimizing motion smoothness, color, clarity and contrast.\u00a0The IPS panel allows you to see more image detail and experience the different flavors brought by movies and dramas.<\/p>\n Over the years, the requirements for the user interface of the TV operating system have come down to the fact that there is no need to invent anything, everything should be simple and convenient.\u00a0Due to some difficulties regarding the use of Android OS, the company has developed its own Philips Smart TV system with guaranteed ease of use.<\/p>\n Combined with an acceptable memory capacity of 3+64 GB, it also allows you to freely select and install various TV applications.\u00a0Once you get acquainted with the tiled interface of the 55PML9308 TV, you will see that it uses the same Google TV techniques.\u00a0There is a home page, there is an application store tab, as well as settings and account selection buttons.\u00a0It’s easy to get started, the overall interface is uncluttered, and the workflow doesn’t slow down.<\/p>\n In terms of various system settings, the Philips PML 9308 also provides many options to help you choose the TV mode that suits you.\u00a0From ambient light adjustments to picture settings, various settings commonly used in everyday life are combined to provide precise control to suit your needs.<\/p>\n Voice control of the PML9308 TV is carried out using Alexa and Google assistants.\u00a0Through the Google Home application, PML9308 series models can work in a smart home system, controlling various compatible devices.\u00a0The SymplyShare function allows you to pair your TV with any external device that is part of your home Wi-Fi network.<\/p>\n The TV has a soundbar at the base and a subwoofer flanked by two passive radiators at the rear.\u00a0This is a 2.1 channel system with a total RMS power of 64 Watts.\u00a0In more detail, the soundbar contains 4 speakers of 8.5 W each and a bass speaker of 30 W.\u00a0The system is compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X formats.<\/p>\n Overall, the sound produced by the Philips PML 9308 TV is very accurate and the soundstage is relatively wide.\u00a0The sound is very clear and dialogue is perfectly intelligible even at low volumes.\u00a0The whole thing can be lacking in bass, especially in scenes with big explosions, but you can add a subwoofer if needed for a richer, more immersive result.<\/p>\n The connections are identical to the\u00a0Philips OLED908\u00a0series .\u00a0There are two HDMI 2.1 inputs, one of which is eARC compatible (48 Gbps up to Ultra HD 120 Hz), two HDMI 2.0b inputs, two antenna jacks, a subwoofer output, an Ethernet port, an optical audio output, and three USB ports (including one 3.0) and a headphone jack.\u00a0Also note the PCMCIA slot for pay channel cards.\u00a0The TV supports Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11ac.<\/p>\n It can be said that the hardware configuration of the Philips PML9308 is a sharp argument for the TV to enter the high-end market.\u00a0In the actual process, it provides “unique” imaging capabilities.\u00a0Not only that, but with Ambilight ambient lighting, it gives us an immersive viewing experience unmatched by other TVs.\u00a0If we had to look for a definition to describe the Philips PML9308, we could call it \u201cthe essential audiovisual entertainment center for the home.\u201d<\/p>\n Not long ago, Philips launched a new representative of the Philips Ambient Light series \u2013 the Philips PML9308 Mini LED line.\u00a0Nowadays, audiences are becoming more and more demanding in their desire for audiovisual experiences, from the simple requirement of a \u201cbig screen\u201d to multi-faceted demands for picture quality, immersion and ease of use. 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Image quality<\/h3>\n
Smart TV<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nSound<\/h3>\n
Connections<\/h3>\n
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Philips PML9308 Specifications:<\/h3>\n
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\n Ambilight<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Version<\/td>\n 3-way<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Options<\/td>\n Muffled light<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Ambilight Music<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Game Mode<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Adaptation to wall color<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Relaxation mode<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Screen<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Type<\/td>\n 4K Ultra HD MiniLED<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Size<\/td>\n 55\u2033 139 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Permission<\/td>\n 3840 x 2160<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Update frequency<\/td>\n 120 Hz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Aspect Ratio<\/td>\n 16:9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n CPU<\/td>\n P5 Perfect Picture Gen 7 AI<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Image enhancement<\/td>\n Ultra resolution v.2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Local Dimming Micro Dimming Premium, 80 zones<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Wide color gamut 98% DCI\/P3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Dolby Vision<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n HDR10+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n CalMAN support<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Perfect Natural Motion Feature<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Supported Resolution<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Signal from PC to all HDMI<\/td>\n Up to 4K UHD 3840 x 2160 @120Hz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n HDR10+ \/ HLG supported<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Video signal on all HDMI<\/td>\n Up to 4K UHD 3840 x 2160 @120Hz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Any HDR supported<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Smart TV<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n operating system<\/td>\n Philips Smart TV<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Inner memory<\/td>\n 16 GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Installed applications<\/td>\n YouTube, Netflix, Apple TV, Disney+, Ambilight Aurora<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Interactive TV<\/td>\n HbbTV<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Duplicating screen<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Programming<\/td>\n USB recording<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Gaming Features<\/td>\n ALLM, HDMI VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Voice assistants<\/td>\n Compatible with Alexa, Google<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n TV tuner<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n HEVC support<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Digital TV<\/td>\n DVB-T\/T2\/T2-HD\/C\/S\/S2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n MPEG support<\/td>\n MPEG2, MPEG4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Video system<\/td>\n NTSC, PAL, SECAM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n TV guide<\/td>\n 8-day electronic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Signal strength indicator<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Teletext<\/td>\n 1000 pp., hypertext<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Dual tuner<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Sound<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n output power<\/td>\n 64 W<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n System<\/td>\n 2.1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Speakers<\/td>\n Mid-tweeter Bowers & Wilkins 8.5 W x 4;\u00a0subwoofer 30 W<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Codecs<\/td>\n AC-4, Dolby Atmos\u00ae, Dolby Digital MS12 V2.6.1, DTS:X<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Connections<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n HDMI 2.1<\/td>\n x2 (2nd eARC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n HDMI 2.0<\/td>\n x2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n HDCP<\/td>\n Yes, 2.3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n USB<\/td>\n x3 (1st 3.0)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Wireless connection<\/td>\n Bluetooth 5.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <\/td>\n Wi-Fi 802.11ac, 2 x 2, 2-band<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Pay TV slot<\/td>\n Common Interface Plus (CI+)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Digital audio output<\/td>\n Optic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n LAN connector<\/td>\n RJ-45<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Service connector<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Headphone output<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Antenna sockets<\/td>\n Terrestrial and satellite<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Nutrition\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Options<\/td>\n \u00a0~ 220 \u2013 240 V 50\/60 Hz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Annual consumption<\/td>\n 161 kWh \/ 1000 h<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Pending consumption<\/td>\n <0.3 W<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Dimensions and weight<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Dimensions (W x H x D) without stand<\/td>\n 1233 x 767 x 85.1 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Dimensions (W x H x D) with stand<\/td>\n 1233 x 793 x 291 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Weight with stand<\/td>\n 16 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n VESA mount<\/td>\n 300 x 300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"