Samsung - 43" Class 7 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Tizen TV

This purchase is for a bedroom and isn't my main TV. In the photo, on the left you'll see a circa 2011 Samsung model UN46D6300 that uses its 2011 original remote control model AA59-00443A (the left and larger remote in the 2nd photo). I used the 2011 model to calibrate the picture on the 2022 Model. While it nearly impossible to tell from the photo and I'm not totally surprised, but the picture quality, color and remote on the 2011 46" are still better than the 2022 43" just purchased. I'm not sure why, but my hunch is the older model has a heavier-duty chassis and higher quality components (although the 2011 model is significantly heavier and needs 2 people to safely move). The photo was taken after the tweaking when, the color, contrast, etc on the 2022 model were fine for my bedroom use. I've seen other folks complaining about the remote that ships with the UN43TU7000FXZA. I'm in total agreement, and Samsung should address this . . . soon. This is one of those things that may seem trivial to Samsung and / or a way to save money but my sense it's creating unnecessary bad-will with customers. This remote has done so with me. As a suggestion to Samsung, a couple of constructive ideas would be to re-engineer the remote with a couple features on the Insignia N10 Series TVs I looked at. The Insignia's use remote NS-RC4NA-16 with these buttons: a separate sleep switch with settings for 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, or 240 minutes, and a separate subtitle / closed caption button. The cc/vd button on the remote for the UN43TU7000FXZA forces you into an annoying electronic voice from which you have to exit before getting to the CC on/off radio button. An annoyance in a darkened room. While both TVs were next to each other for calibration, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the 2011 46" remote model AA59-00443A works with all the standard non-smart TV functions on the 2022 model. I just ordered one from Newegg and will be using the 2011 model remote on the 2022 TV. I was unable to try the Samsung TV Plus features with the old remote for the reasons in the next paragraphs. I'll let readers review know I don't really NEED any smart TV features for the bedroom TV but tried setting up the smart features using my iPhone, the Samsung app and related account. As a retired bank IT security guy, I will NEVER trust the security of the wi-fi flash memory code for ANY entertainment device (Samsung, Sony, LG or any other brand) on my main home wi-fi network that I use for banking, tax returns etc. I also have a guest network. I connected my iPhone to my guest network and intentionally set a simple guest network password, such as 123456abcdefg. The iPhone immediately connected to the guest network, I scanned the QR code on the TV and tried to connect the TV to the guest network. Several times. Then I got a Samsung tech support chat going. Based on the chat, I tried resetting the TV's wi-fi settings twice with no success. Then I invested the time to re-set the entire TV a couple of times, changing the guest wi-fi password to other no-brainer passwords. There was no luck at any time. This simply reaffirmed my lack of comfort with the wi-fi code and features that all home entertainment companies promote. There will never be wi-fi or any smart features activated on this bedroom TV. So go ahead and purchase one. With a little patience you CAN tweak the picture controls to get a very nice image. Nevertheless, I still recommend getting the remote AA59-00443A: the buttons are larger, MUCH easier to navigate and there's a panel light (the button on the upper right corner).

I’ve always owned Samsung TVs since the dawn of flat screens hit the shelves. Though I did consider another big brand, I stayed with Samsung because of quality and reliability. That said, if I could have afforded it, I would have gotten a better, more advanced Samsung model that I loved in the store, especially since I don’t replace these things often. But this model does not disappoint and I’m happy to save the extra $200-400 bucks! The negative: 1. I live in a studio apartment and yet the sound is not good. Even on older models I’ve owned, it’s just not good. Now that it’s AC season, it’s horrible! I’m getting a sound bar, but resent the need for it vs. the desire to create a theatrical experience. From what I’ve read on review sites, this is pretty typical. 2. When I go to a certain network app for the local news, it’s the only channel that makes me have to hike up the volume to 100 with the AC on, 80 otherwise! 3. So here’s where I give my age away, but this is my first “smart” TV and I just don’t like it. I assumed this was the future for all TV’s, so figured I’d better get one now than he forced to buy another RV in a couple of years. I assume that if I was of a younger generation who was brought up with computers, smart phones, streaming, and gaming, then the functionality of a smart TV is no big deal. But as I own a Fire Stick, I wish I would have played around on a smart TV at the store first because I might have saved more money buying a regular old TV after all. I find all the app switching around completely cumbersome. It takes almost TWO minutes just to pull up the news! I’m going to find my antenna and see if I can remedy this frustration. Positive: great picture, decent price for the quality, and in my experience, Samsung TV’s last forever.

Arrived ontime and in excellent condtion. Takes two people to unbox and lift onto tv stand. I was able set up tv with built in instruction and hook upother electronic equipment without any problems. Switcing contols to cable remote was a little tricky. Television is right size for me and my room. Picture is clear and colors vibrant. Have used and enjoyed the Smart tv set up. Switcing apps very easy.

I got this tv slightly used and Geek Squad Certified. I want to start off by saying the 4k on this tv with hdr for video games is AMAZING!!!! I’m in love with it. The free cable is a big PLUS on this tv from watching shows like Wild n Out to Gordam Ramsy cooking shows. Whenever plugging in video game systems, the tv remembers it. Not to mention the set of apps and a app store. My only complaint is that the brightness max isn’t super bright but other then that this tv is a good deal and I am glad I got a samsung instead of Roku. Thanks BestBuy!!!

Decent product for the price. My only gripe is the remote seems very outdated It’s very annoying and frustrating to have took down at the remote to make selections like to change channel, app login, volume adjustment etc. The newer remotes offer ease of use with the navigation “wheel” instead of single buttons. Overall, a good buy. Will upgrade later

This TV is worth every penny. I use it in my home office and it has the Apple TV built in so I don't have to buy an extra device to hang on my wall. It has simple TV, netflix, youtube, apple tv, and internet options too. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a smallish tv.

The TV is displayed with great features for daily viewing. Everything is like things can be updated in real life with past, present and future.

Beautiful such stunning clear movement have to upgrade My Xbox now get the UHD TV going be a blast.