Customers praise the picture quality and Chromecast functionality of the 48" Class LED 4K Ultra HD Home Theater Display. Many also found it easy to use and a good value for the price, while some experienced challenges with the remote control and the lack of a built-in tuner. A few users also noted some minor issues with the setup process and SmartCast interface.
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Pros mentioned:
Picture quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great TV...
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But not sure if I like Viziocast yet. Set up was confusing because no conventional remote. Actual quality of the TV is awesome. Picture is beautiful. I thought the sound was fine but husband insisted it needed a sound bar. However, he's getting older and doesn't want to admit his hearing is going! The sound bar has made it much more enjoyable.
I would recommend this to a friend
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We appreciate you taking the time to provide this feedback for the E48u-D0. If you have any additional questions please feel free to contact us at 877.878.4946. Thanks! –Collin
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent tv
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This is an awesome TV with amazing picture. It's not a Smart TV, it just lets you "cast" from your phone or tablet over your wireless network. Any app that you have, (i.e. Netflix, Hulu,YouTube, Pandora) that lets you cast, or stream, to the tv you can watch it on the TV. And with the SmartCast app from Vizio you can use your phone as the remote if you want. You can name your hdmi hookups so you don't have to remember which hdmi port number is for what hdmi system you have connected to the tv. It's a good sized TV, my previous one was about a 38'' screen.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Picture
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It's easy to set up and start using. Great picture.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
My 1st 4k Display
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Bought the demo/display unit at great price.
Used mainly as a computer monitor for editing video and audio projects.
Performance and features are outstanding. I have it connected through the RJ-45 (network port) port, but disappointed that the unit cannot be accessed via browser, only through the phone app.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great tv at a great price!!
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Love it! Picture is superb! Customer support for Vizio was very helpful in helping me setup my television, because at my advanced age this smart television is smarter than me! LOL
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Cool at first but then...
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The tv worked fine at first. Two weeks later I notice a black line horizontally through the screen. Best Buy has a 15 day return policy. Yeah, missed that. Had to go through vizio. That was a pain because they asked for pictures of the problem and every time I sent them they opened a new case number. So much confusion. It sucks because in the past I've never had a problem. So a week and several phone conversations later, I learn they (Vizio) are replacing my tv. Still haven't figured out the smartcast thing. If you want simple, this tv isn't it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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We appreciate you taking the time to provide this feedback for the E48u-D0, and we’re sorry to hear about the troubles. We’d love to hear about your experience once you receive your replacement unit. If you need any additional assistance, please feel free to contact us at 877.878.4946. Thanks! –Collin
Pros mentioned:
Chromecast, Picture quality
Cons mentioned:
Remote control, Tuner
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
4k on a Budget
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Great picture and OK sound. For the price you really can't beat this TV. This 4k TV comes with Chromecast built-in so you have access to all the apps that support Chromecast.
This TV does not have a tuner so you can't use an antenna or an old school cable without a box. The idea behind this TV is that you rely mostly on Chromecast apps.
The remote that comes with the TV is almost completely useless. I would highly recommend using the app on a smartphone or tablet to adjust volume and change inputs. Most of the video selection will happen inside each individual app anyway.
If you're looking for a 4k TV with good picture and watch mostly Netflix, Hulu, etc. This is a great option.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Remote control, Smartcast
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Love Vizio
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This is our 3rd Vizio and we love them all! My only issue with this TV is it came with no remote and have to use SmartCast app on our phones. Sometimes loses connection with the app and won’t reconnect without multiple attempts.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Picture quality
Cons mentioned:
Remote control
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
VIZIO is a GO
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I wasn't really sure what brand of TV I wanted to purchase so I went in with an open mind. The associate suggested several TV's and I ultimately chose this one. The quality of the picture is really good when streaming via apps. Easy set up which is alway great. Only area that I was disappointed in was the remote control. My parents have a laster model and a little bigger and their remote has the smart key for apps like Netflix, which would be great instead of having to use my smartphone as the remote. Other than that everything else is great!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy set up, exactly what this cord cutter wanted
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What attracted me to this unit were the simple features and great, cost-conscious display that Vizio is known for.
I was looking for a great display to watch content from my Xbox One and Apple TV. Having spent two days with the display, everything I've watched has looked fantastic- Star Wars- The Force Awakens, The Killers Live From the Royal Albert Hall, VEEP, Silicon Valley, and The Night Manager. I haven't had a chance to test any of my games on the display yet but I can't imagine they'd look any worse.
Set up was a breeze. I've found the Vizio SmartCast App very responsive and easy to use. While the display is certainly usable without the app, the app makes it that much easier to toggle settings, switch ports, and adjust the volume.
While I'm a little disappointed that Best Buy has now added the 43 inch version, the 48 inch version I purchased looks great in my living room and the price point is still very reasonable IMO.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
4k, Picture quality, Price
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great tv for the price
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My son was looking for a big flat screen tv with 4K. This was the biggest we could find with 4K in the price range we wanted to spend. He has been very happy with it so far. The only issue was we had to buy an additional device (costing $50) to make all of his equipment work the way he wanted, but it was still a good value.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Picture quality
Cons mentioned:
Remote control
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great 4k picture, nice price
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Easy to set up and cast from phone or laptop. Got the Xbox connected. Looking great so far. Lots of bells and whistles for the money. Nice size in my bedroom. Remote stinks not much documentation, but everything else excellent So far. 4 stars due to remote and interface.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality
Cons mentioned:
Remote control
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Decent and capable TV
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When I originally purchase this tv, I was very disappointed in the supplied remote control. It is a basic on/off and volume control, access to advance features and control was required from a smart phone app. Horrible approach Vizio! This resulted in a terrible user interface with spotty success in connecting the app to the tv. Since then I purchased a 'full' remote control from Vizio for about $5. This has allowed me to have full control of my tv and I now have the desired user experience. I do connect this tv to my desktop PC when working from home, and it has a beautiful display for this use. As for watching tv, it has a great picture as well. I added a low end Vizio sound bar and it provides a great sound.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
4k, Ease of use, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great tv
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I'm very happy with the picture and options on this tv. It's functions are very easy to use. 4K is especially vivid. I did a ton of shopping around and this was def the best purchase for the money on a 48-50" 4K tv. The only tiny draw back I could think of is it takes a little while longer than I like to turn on. Must be the Internet functions setting up or something. Other than that very small think You won't be disappointed in this awesome flat screen.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality
Cons mentioned:
Remote control
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
I wish there was a rating between Good & Excellent
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4.5 stars from me. Purchased 7-16-16. Picture seems great but 4k programming is minimal at best.
The only reason for not giving 5 stars; two mornings ago, we turned it on and the screen was bleached on all channels. Probably an excessive amount of bright. We have not made any adjustments since its purchase. I shut it off & turned it back on and the screen was normal again.
I'm a little concerned...
I dont like not having a remote to navigate Instead, this model requires you to use an app on your phone.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
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Thanks for your purchase and feedback on the VIZIO SmartCast™ E48U-D0. We're happy to hear you've enjoyed your VIZIO so far. If the issue persists or happens in the future please call our experts at 844.254.8088.- Thanks- Jesse
Pros mentioned:
4k, Picture quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Value
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This tv is wonderful! The SmartCast app works beautifully on my iPhone 7+. The picture is amazing. I have it set up on wifi and HD cable and blue ray. 240 refresh keeps the action moving without pixelation. I can see the pimple at the root of a whisker. 4K is amazing. Delivery was incredibly fast. I live on Maui and it was delivered from California in 2 days. Worth every Penny.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Chromecast, Picture quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great TV, but...
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I got this TV on sale. The picture quality is great. Sound quality is subpar nothing to brag about there. Remote, well, there's not much to it(when you download the ChromeCast app to your phone it can become your remote).The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because it only has ChromeCast as in you need a smart device to access the "smart" capabilities of the TV no apps come on the TV and there is no way to download to it. Either way, great for the price, in my opinion.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Picture quality
Cons mentioned:
Remote control
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
TV has a great picture overall.
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This TV is actually a monitor since it does not have a tuner built in. The picture is good overall, but the remote is not the greatest. Buttons are small and they are not backlit so finding a particular button on the remote can be difficult. The Monitor should also have a way of disabling the demo mode which has been triggered several times by my wife while trying to control the monitor. The Vizio Cast App is not intuitive, but once set up it works ok.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Remote control
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Value
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When I purchased this TV, I was under the impression that I would get the special remote. However, what I got was a very simple remote with a power button, volume controls, channel controls, and input control. The actual remote is an app on your mobile device. Looks nice in pictures but it's kinda annoying having to start the app (takes a while to start) just to change a setting on the TV. There is no on-screen settings like what you're used to in other TVs. Still, the TV was cheaper than other brands in its class.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from VIZIOEntertainmentExpert
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Thanks for your purchase and feedback on the all-new VIZIO SmartCast™ E48u-D0. We’re happy to share that we recently made changes to the product setup experience in order to make it easier and more intuitive. Because VIZIO SmartCast™ puts control of the display into your mobile device, we’re now able to make updates much faster and more frequently, right to your VIZIO SmartCast™ app. We are constantly updating the application so it can be better for the user experience, and also trying to make everything a remote, as much as possible! We realize this is brand new technology and it takes some time to get used to it. That’s why we’re committed to continuous improvement which is going to make VIZIO SmartCast™ the best streaming experience and easiest way to control your display from anywhere in your home. If you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to our Support team at 844.254.8088. – DJ
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Picture quality, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent product, excellent experience
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I love the Visio 4K! The colors are spectacular and I love being able to cast things to the screen. My viewing experience has been greatly enhanced! Super easy to setup. Such a great value! Would definitely go back to Best Buy for my next major purchase.