Hi,
I'm toying with the idea of switching my 2018 set, the KD-43XF8505 for it's new sibling, the KD-43XH8505 (https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/televisions/xh85-series), but after issues with compatibility, firmware, etc, with my current set, I want to be double sure before I take the plunge.....again!
Hoping there are early adopters/tech wizards here who can help me out with a few questions:
- Does the ARC channel now support Atmos passthrough from all connected devices (Bluray UHD player, etc) as well as installed tv apps such as Netflix, Disney+ and Plex (I believe it is now a fully fledged eARC port)? I have a Sony ZF9 soundbar with the rear speakers and its a cracking piece of kit if I can get it to play the right sound input. I want to be able to push any tv connected devices/tv app audio to the soundbar in its untouched state.
- Does the Apple Homekit/Airplay functionality work out of the box on these 2020 tvs, or is this another of Sony's promises that we may see in an update 18 months down the line?
- Are there any rumblings of the Sony sets getting the Apple TV+ app anywhere down the line? Not much on there, but I have it, so it would be nice to use it natively rather than through airplay?
And finally, SONY PLEASE think of us customers who have screen size restricted by space! I logistically can't go any larger than a 43" screen, but would love a full array LED or, heaven forbid, an OLED screen at that size!
Any help would be much appreciated as I'm a little tentative about taking the plunge after being burnt before!
Many thanks!
