A connected soundbar powered on automatically with the television, making daily audio use more convenient.
Pros: overall satisfaction, picture quality
Cons: Weight and handling, black levels
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Device control was seamless in one setup, although another owner needed a workaround when switching between connected Apple TV and PlayStation equipment.
Pros: peak brightness, HDR brightness
Cons: sound quality, viewing angles
Basic external-device control can be convenient, though handshakes and switching among connected components are not always reliable.
Pros: overall satisfaction, picture quality
Cons: reliability, remote control quality