has anyone heard from lg if they will support hdmi 2.0 for this tv soon?
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Yes, according to customer support they will have an upgrade kit for all generation one 4k tv (2012 or later) which will be available by September 2014. The upgraded board will support current HVEC/HDMI 2.0 standards. No word on the pricing.
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YES, the following series supports HDMI 2.0: LG Electronics 79UB9800 79-Inch 4K Ultra HD 240Hz 3D LED TV
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I have read on other sites that this TV has HDMI 2.0 inputs, so in theory, yes. Note that Samsung's website itself doesn't explicitly say the HDMI inputs are 2.0, so I'd look for a review from someone who actually bought one and tried it. Also note that if you are trying to connect a computer to it to use 4K resolution, VERY CAREFULLY check your video card specs. Most of them are not yet using HDMI 2.0 and require display port connections to achieve 60 hz. This TV DOES NOT have displayport inputs.
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Hm. Lg support blows big time. Try turning the TV on, and plugging in the ethernet cable, and get a update if you can. Then reconfigure your 47" 3D TV correctly on to your PS3. Choosing the right size, and 3d, resolutions. I played assassins creed in 3d the whole time. Loved it.
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NO, LG stopped updating the software of this TV long time ago...don't bother...
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LG has yet to add support for Amazon Prime/Instant Video on the LM8600 series of TV's. LG support had said they would Amazon come thus past November but have as yet ti do so.
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According to Sony - this model can have it's firmware updated. HDMI 2.0 will probably be in the updates as it becomes more widespread.
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Months ago I understood it did not support HDMI 2. when I spoke to LG executive customer service. I suggest you call them for updates. Many consumers wanted this but I don't know if the got around to a firmware upgrade or it could not be done.I purchased the Samsung 78 inch 9000 series that has it all and the one connect box makes it a better choice of a purchase.The Samsung is sensational.
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I bought this tv in December 2014 and it showed up automatically. Maybe you should call lg's help number
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I do not have a definitive answer, however everything I have read suggests an updated (hardware, not just firmware) controller chip will most likely be needed to fully implement HDMI 2.0.
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So far, Vizio has not released any firmware updates for this TV. And I do not expect them to ever do it, since they completely abandoned this model, sadly. The "Smart TV" apps are a lost cause, but at least they could update the aspect ratio modes, to include some useful ones that don't require the TV to guess the black bars (often incorrectly, or hampered by station logos)
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This TV is not 120hz. Lg seems to have put incorrect info out that is slowly being corrected by resalers. If you notice amazon now has this listed as a 60hz TV. As a new owner of this TV I think a class action lawsuit against lg is coming. I am very upset at being lied to
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I had the same question about my BD-C6500. After scouring the web without finding anything, I e-mailed both Amazon (no info) and Samsung (no reply), then called Samsung, who said that for now only their TV's support Amazon's streaming, but suggested that I keep checking their site for updates; so maybe they have plans in the works to add Blu-rays so they stay competitive with Sony and Panasonic, some of who's models ARE supported? Wish I better better news!
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I called Panasonic yesterday and they said it will be released very shortly (2 days to 2 weeks). They are also mailing me the firmware. I guess TV can automatically pick up the update if it is connected.
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David, WOW! I am having the exact same problem with this unit. I want to update the firmware because of HDCP issues and it simply isn't possible as of yet. I've followed the SIMPLE instructions at least 10 times on 4 different flash drives to no avail. I called LG but they are clueless. This isn't an issue with the hundreds of HDMI cables that I own as they suggested, its the television itself. Please let me know if you figure anything out, I will do the same for you. I'm planning on calling again tomorrow, but I doubt very much anything useful will come out of it.
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I called their customer service on 12/22/12 and was told that LG is working on the App software for amazon instant video for my 47lm7600 model. The impression I got from the conversation was that most if not all of the smart tv's will have this updated in the future. He couldn't tell me exactly when. Right now this feature isn't available on any LG tv if I understood him correctly.
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Can my existing HDMI 1.x devices be upgraded with HDMI 2.0 features?Currently, there are no provisions for doing such an upgrade. Because of the new enhanced feature set, any such conversion would require hardware and/or firmware upgrades. If there are such conversions, it would come from the manufacturer. Sony has upgraded the firmware on this receiver already with new features, but there is no way to know if this receiver has the hardware capability to do HDMI 2.0 or if Sony would support such an upgrade. If I had to guess I would say no. Sony would rather sell you a newer model. Any answer here is just a guess until Sony releases additional info. Contact Sony directly... Can my existing HDMI 1.x devices be upgraded with HDMI 2.0 features?Currently, there are no provisions for doing such an upgrade. Because of the new enhanced feature set, any such conversion would require hardware and/or firmware upgrades. If there are such conversions, it would come from the manufacturer. Sony has upgraded the firmware on this receiver already with new features, but there is no way to know if this receiver has the hardware capability to do HDMI 2.0 or if Sony would support such an upgrade. If I had to guess I would say no. Sony would rather sell you a newer model.... » Read More Can my existing HDMI 1.x devices be upgraded with HDMI 2.0 features?Currently, there are no provisions for doing such an upgrade. Because of the new enhanced feature set, any such conversion would require hardware and/or firmware upgrades. If there are such conversions, it would come from the manufacturer. Sony has upgraded the firmware on this receiver already with new features, but there is no way to know if this receiver has the hardware capability to do HDMI 2.0 or if Sony would support such an upgrade. If I had to guess I would say no. Sony would rather sell you a newer model. Any answer here is just a guess until Sony releases additional info. Contact Sony directly... « Show Less
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I wouldn't purchase this television. They don't make parts to service it. After lots of back and forth with LG customer service, they picked mine up and I went with a Vizio.