Netflix Recommends 2017 TVs

Netflix releases its list of recommended TVs for 2017-- a program highlighting TVs offering seamless integration with the video streaming service.

netflix tvSets making the list include LG 4K UHD TVs with Web OS 3.5 (namely models UJ6300, UJ6500, SJ8000, SJ8500, SJ9500, UJ7700, B7, C7, E7, G7 and W7 4K), Samsung 7-, 8-, 9- and Q-series smart TVs, and Sony X850E, X900E, X930E, X940E Android TVs. All models promise "better usability," faster performance and features making getting to Netflix and other online TV services as easy as getting to live TV.

Vendors must meet at least 5 of 7 criteria in order to make the list-- the ability to power on the TV and start using Netflix or other internet TV apps in just a few seconds, instant switching between apps or from apps to live TV and back again, easy access to the Netflix app via TV menu, the TV wakes up to the same place as when it was turned off, high resolution Netflix interface and the latest version of the Netflix app.

The TVs should be available in all countries where Netflix is available (meaning every country in the world outside of China, Crimea, N. Korea and Syria). Specific model availability however differ by region.

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