TCL has a full range of TVs, audio products, and even home appliances to announce for 2021 While many consumers may be focused on news about TCL's Roku TV for 2021, the manufacturer's product range is expanding with smarter gadgets everywhere in the home
In a presentation today as part of CES2021, TCL showed off some of the details of its new 2021 TV lineup (including a new 8K model and a collection of 85-inch TVs), along with an accompanying sound bar, a new smart home control app, and a stylish new air purifiers were introduced along with
[8K resolution models join the excellent TCL 6-Series Roku TVs, a range of 85-inch models at various price points, and a new take on mini-LED design that slims down the bulk of LCD TVs
The move to mini-LEDs two years ago has borne fruit with the best sets of 2020, and this feature is now being adopted by existing manufacturers like LG and Samsung in their new sets
TCL's third-generation mini-LED backlight will be redesigned in this year's TVs with OD Zero, a new design that eliminates the gap between the backlight and the LCD panel, allowing for slimmer LCD TV designs
When you combine TCL's QLED displays with the fact that mini-LEDs offer better contrast control and superior HDR performance than traditional LED-lit TVs, the result should be TVs that are slimmer, more impressive, and with a better picture than ever before
TCL has announced that all new 6-series Roku TVs for 2021 will be 8K sets
Like the 4K version (R635), the new 8K 6 series model (called R648) will offer Roku TVs with mini LED backlighting, quantum dot enhanced displays, and Dolby Vision HDR However, press images of the new TVs show a new look, including a redesigned stand and a new enclosure featuring a uniform thickness that makes wall mounting easier
The Value Champ 4K models from 2020 will still be available next year, so 4K die-hards will have an affordable smart TV with the beauty of mini LEDs and QLEDs
According to TCL, the new 8K 6 series models will be available later this year, but no release date or details on pricing for the new 8K TVs have been announced
In addition to its entry into 8K, TCL is trying to capture another huge TV trend with a trio of 85-inch TVs dubbed the XL Collection sales of TVs larger than 65 inches have never been stronger, and the trend toward larger displays is not expected to It is not likely to go away
The TVs in TCL's XL collection may all be the same size, but vary in price, with an affordable 4-series 85-inch model (specifically the 85S435), an 85-inch QLED TCL Roku TV (85R745), and a yet unspecified 85-inch mini LED-equipped 8K TVs
The 85-inch 4-series model will not have fancy features like QLED or mini-LED, but it remains an excellent 4K TV with solid smart features and basic HDR support, if past models are any indication
TCL's 4-series Roku TV 85S435 will be available this quarter for an MSRP of $1,599 This sounds a bit pricey for a line featuring 65-inch TVs under $500, but it is less expensive than the most affordable 85-inch models on the market
The second product, the 85-inch QLED TCL Roku TV (85R745), does not appear to be part of any existing model line that we know of, but based on the model number, it may be part of the new Series 7, which sits between the premium Series 8 and value-oriented Series 6 Roku TV may be part of the line
Could the new 85" 8K model be one of the new higher-resolution 6-series models; it is not clear from TCL's announcement, but it is likely
Pricing and availability of these 85-inch models are unknown, but TCL has stated that they will arrive "in the coming months"
In addition to televisions, TCL also has several audio products announced this week The first of these is the TCL Alto R1 soundbar, a wireless soundbar that incorporates Roku's WiFi audio streaming technology [This wireless feature means that by simply connecting the power cable and turning on the soundbar, it will automatically pair with a TCL Roku TV, and an on-screen guide will appear on the TV explaining additional steps to connect and configure the soundbar
Two wired soundbars will also be available: the TCL Alto 82i and Alto 8e the TCL Alto 82i boasts a built-in subwoofer and Dolby Atmos support, and is compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple AirPlay devices and compatibility with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple AirPlay devices Pricing details are still unknown, but the Alto 82i is expected to be available this fall
The TCL Alto 8e offers a 321 sound setup, and the soundbar comes with a wireless subwoofer and up-firing speakers, providing verticality for Dolby Atmos compatible, and is expected to be available in Q2 2021
TCL has already brought several appliances to market, with air conditioners and dehumidifiers already available This year, TCL will also launch the new Breeva air purifier With its eye-catching design and quiet operation, the Breeva uses a three-stage purification system to improve air quality in the home, removing up to 9997% of airborne microbes
TCL also promises that Breeva is the first of several new appliances this year
Finally, all of these products, from air purifiers to smart TVs and soundbars, will work with the new TCL Home app
With control options for all TCL home comfort appliances and integrated voice control for TCL TVs, the app provides an integrated control tool for all new smart products The TCL Home app also supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant if you want to use the app and let your favorite voice assistant take control
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