Internet-Ready Devices
Internet-ready devices use your broadband connection to deliver dynamic content to your television, whether it's streaming video from Netflix, new music from Pandora, or a quick glance at today's weather forecast.
Although there is overlap, each manufacturer offers a unique bundle of free or paid services, including streaming video and music, social networking apps, online photo galleries, news and financial updates, weather info, sports scores, and a variety of other smartphone-like applications.
Manufacturers continue to add new content to their offerings, keeping customers current through firmware updates, and making a bit of research a prudent step in your buying decision.
Learn more about Internet-ready devices and HDTVs, how they work, what services are offered by different manufacturers, and exactly what you'll need to get started at our Internet TV 101 customer center.
February 2011
For the ultimate TV enthusiasts, incredible picture quality and advanced connectivity are just the first step; the Samsung UN55D8000 LED TV goes a step beyond, adding elegant design to the formula. The Samsung "One Design" bezel is only 0.2 inches--as slender as they come--for a picture that's, well, all picture. On that commanding 55-inch screen you can enjoy Samsung' Smart TV, which puts the web, a wide range of apps, Skype video calling, and plenty more at your fingertips. Or connect a Blu-ray 3D player to get immersed in cinema-quality 3D programming--two pairs of active glasses are included.
With a 240Hz refresh rate, 2 millisecond response time, and improved LED backlight scanning, this HDTV offers true-to-life 2D, 3D and HD images with outstanding clarity.
Advancing the Art of Entertainment
Auto Motion Plus 240Hz
There's a big difference between seeing the game and seeing every split second of it. That's where Auto Motion Plus 240Hz technology comes in. All the action in every frame is analyzed and then adjusted so nothing goes by in a blur. From quarterbacks to cyber warrior, the action is always smooth, sharp and fluid.
1080p Full HD With Four HDMI Inputs
The UN55D8000 delivers Full HD 1080p resolution, for a superb level of detail and clarity in your picture. To connect your sources, four HDMI inputs are provided, for delivering a Full HD picture and audio over a single cable.
Samsung's "One Design"
The first thing you notice about the LED D8000 series is its barely visible 0.2-inch brushed metal bezel, a fine line that subtly frames the rich content on the screen and enhances the TV's light form factor. It rests on an improved Quad Stand, with minimalist visual appeal to fit in any viewing environment.
Micro Dimming Plus
Samsung's most innovative LED picture contrast technology delivers the deepest dark tones and brightest whites, while eliminating the "halo" effect and image distortion associated with diffused light.
Experience cinematic-quality 3D entertainment in the comfort of your living room or upconvert regular 2D programming to immersive 3D.
Connect with Samsung Smart TV to easily search for movies, TV shows, explore Samsung Apps, chat with friends and more--QWERTY remote control included.
With an incredibly slim 0.2-inch framed border the LED 8000 series lets you get a bigger TV in a smaller space.
3D in HD
Enter a new dimension in TV and Home Entertainment with Samsung 3D TV. Experience cinematic-quality 3D entertainment in the comfort of your living room. Samsung 3D is a truly immersive viewing experience, with the power to fill your room with images you can almost touch. Connect to a Blu-ray 3D Player to play 3D titles or intensify your viewing experience by upconverting regular 2D content to immersive 3D.
Two pairs of active rechargeable 3D glasses are included to get you started. Samsung's active glasses are lightweight and comfortable, and will fit right over your prescription glasses.
Smart TV with Samsung Apps
Connect with Samsung Smart TV for a wealth of added entertainment options. The UN55D8000 features Samsung's Smart Hub, a simple menu system for connected features. Easily search for movies, shows and videos via online services and across connected devices, browse the web from your television, chat with friends, and access a wide variety of apps from Samsung Apps.
Samsung Apps is a growing collection of apps specifically built for your TV, connecting you to your favorite digital content like videos, sports, games, social networking, and much more. With web-connected apps on your Samsung Smart TV, you can stream movies from Netflix or Blockbuster, TV shows from Hulu, videos from YouTube, Next Level sports information from ESPN, music from, Pandora and view updates on your Facebook or Twitter accounts. The apps that matter to you, now available on your TV.
Also included with the UN55D8000 is a QWERTY Remote Control for easy typing of search terms, Twitter updates, etc.
Skype on Samsung TV
Enjoy the convenience and connectivity of free, IP-based, picture-in-picture video calls via Skype, right from your couch. Skype is nice on a 15-inch laptop, but it's a whole new experience on a display this size.
Built-in WiFi
Access all your Smart TV features or DLNA network content without the need for a wired connection or add-on device. The UN55D8000 has Wi-Fi connectivity right out of the box.
ConnectShare Movie
Connect a thumb drive or digital camera quickly and easily via one of the UN55D8000's USB ports. An intuitive, user-friendly interface allows access to videos, music, or pictures via the remote.
AllShare DLNA Networking
For even more entertainment options, the UN55D8000 lets you connect to your home network and stream music, videos, and photos from other DLNA Certified devices (your computer, network storage drive, etc.).
Ultra Clear Panel
Absorbing ambient light, Samsung's Ultra Clear Panel eliminates reflections, boosts contrast ratio, and creates a comfortable viewing environment. Enjoy crisp image details, natural skin tones, excellent shadow detail, and vibrant colors.
UN55D8000 Select Specifications
| Video |
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| Screen Size: | 54.6 Inches |
| Display Type: | LED With Micro Dimming Plus |
| Resolution: | 1080p Full HD |
| Inputs |
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| HDMI: | 4 (version 1.4) |
| Component Video (Y/PB/PR): | 1 |
| Composite Video | 2 (1 Shared With Componenent) |
| PC Input: | 1 |
| USB 2.0 Ports: | 3 |
| Component Audio Input: | 1 |
| PC Audio Input: | 1 |
| Outputs |
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| Digital Audio Output: | 1 |
| Weight and Dimensions |
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| Dimensions (WxHxD): | 48.5 x 27.8 x 1.2 Inches (48.5 x 31.0 x 9.5 Inches With Stand) |
| Weight: | 35.7 lbs. (41 lbs. with stand) |
What's in the Box
UN55D8000 55-Inch Class (54.6 Inches Diagonal) 3D LED HDTV, Stand, QWERTY Remote Control, Two Pairs of Rechargeable Active 3D Glasses, Documentation
Samsung 2011 LED/LCD Feature Comparison
| Series | D8000 | D7900 | D7000 | D6500 | D6400 | D6300 | D6000 | D5500 | D5003 | D5010 | D5000 | D4003 | D4000 | D630 | D550 | D450 | D403 |
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| Screen Sizes | 46", 55", 60", 65" | 46", 55" | 46", 55", 60" | 40", 46", 55", 60" | 40", 46", 55", 60" | 40", 46", 55" | 32", 40", 46", 55", 60" | 32", 40" | 22", 40" | 22" | 22" | 19", 26", 32" | 19", 32" | 40", 46" | 32", 37", 40", 46" | 22", 26", 32" | 32" |
| Full HD 1080p | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| 240Hz | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| 120Hz | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| 3D | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Samsung Apps | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Your Video | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Search All | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Web Browser | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Skype | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| HDMI Inputs | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4* | 4 | 4 | 2** | 2 |
| USB Ports | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| WiFi Built-In | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Micro Dimming | Micro Dimming Plus | Micro Dimming Plus | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Allshare | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Qwerty Remote Included | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| 3D Glasses Included | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Design | One | One | One | One | One | ToC | ToC | ToC | High Glossy Black | ToC | ToC | High Glossy Black | ToC | ToC | ToC | ToC | High Glossy Black |
| Bezel Type | Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | Ultra Thin | | | | | | | | | | | | |
* 19" has 2 HDMI inputs
** 19" and 22" have only 1 HDMI input
