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Our selection only includes the best of units - impress your guests this holiday with The Serif TV by Samsung, or snag a mid-range unit for the bedroom to binge on Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video. Image Credit: Unsplash/Samuel Regan-Asante

If you've been waiting for the White Friday Sale to upgrade to a bigger, better television, the time has come to make your choice! But what if your TV could do more for you than just play a movie or show? Today's smart TVs are full of high-tech features, from voice commands and video upscaling to smartphone mirroring and sports modes. We've curated the best smart TV deals on Amazon for you, including Android TVs and OLED screens, so take advantage of great discounts and pick the one that suits your family.

Browse more products under Amazon's golden deals, while you're at it, including the Cyber Monday deals. If you shop with a Mastercard, you can get a 15 per cent discount with the code MC15 at checkout on all of these products. Moreover, Emirates Islamic Bank cardholders can also avail of a 15 per cent discount with the code EIB15. Get the device delivered to your home sooner with a Prime membership.

1. Best Deal for OLED TV: Sony BRAVIA A80K 65-Inch OLED TV

Pros

  • Realistic colours and contrast
  • Google TV lets you install any app you want
  • Adds extra frames to reduce blur
  • Optimised for PlayStation 5 console

Cons

  • Limited peak brightness

Without a doubt, OLED (organic light-emitting diode) screens are most sought-after for their impeccable contrast and vivid details. Cinephiles and gamers appreciate true blacks that don't cast dark grey areas on the TV. Enjoy Sony’s 65-inch OLED television this holiday season, and save over Dh600. With a processor so powerful, the images on the screen appear full of life-like colour and contrast. The TV uses XR OLED Motion to insert extra frames where necessary, so that you can enjoy smooth and clear action. With in-built Google TV, you also get access to over 700,000 movies and TV episodes from across streaming services – all in one place. This high-tech device works seamlessly with PlayStation 5, switching to Game Mode as soon as it detects the console. Here, you can achieve up to 120fps when playing compatible games on a 4K display. Reviewers say it performs equally well with sports channels, calling the unit the best TV they've ever owned. Check out more OLED TV picks here.

Bonus: Buy it with 0% instalments and pay Dh559.92 for 12 months with select banks. Add an in-home appointment with a professional for wall mounting service for free.

Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty for Dh397, a one-year damage protection plan for Dh664, and a one-year extended warranty with two-year damage protection for Dh847.

2. Best Deal for QLED TV: Samsung The Serif Lifestyle 65-Inch TV

Pros

  • Unconventional, unique design
  • 100% colour volume with HDR10+
  • Instant mirroring with NFC
  • Comes with a detachable stand
  • Compatible with Apple AirPlay

Cons

  • Features may vary by region

Become a lifestyle influencer with The Serif TV (2022), the internet's latest obsession. It hardly looks like a piece of home entertainment tech, let alone a television, inspiring a double-take from guests. You can balance the 65-inch unit on a four-legged stand like artwork, or use its flat base to place it anywhere in the room. Display the weather, pictures, paintings or the date when The Serif is on standby, instead of a black screen. This TV employs Samsung's Quantum Dot technology to produce 100 per cent colour volume on a matte display. Instantly cast music and videos from your phone by turning on NFC (near-field communication) and placing the device on top of The Serif. If you're looking for a truly eclectic design to elevate your home, there's no better deal than this - it's currently Dh3,800 cheaper! Browse other 65-inch TVs while you're at it.

Bonus: Buy it with 0% instalments and pay Dh308.25 for 12 months with select banks. Add an in-home appointment with a professional for wall mounting service for Dh89.10.

Warranty: The manufacturer offers a one-year warranty. Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty for Dh227, a one-year damage protection plan for Dh380, and a one-year extended warranty with two-year damage protection for Dh484.

3. Best Deal for Android TV: Panasonic 4K HDR UHD Smart 55-inch Android TV

Pros

  • Android TV with access to Google Play Store
  • Supports 4K internet video streaming from Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube
  • Bluetooth audio connectivity
  • Built-in Chromecast
  • Includes Shahid VIP streaming app

Cons

  • Speakers are just decent, say reviewers

At a fantastic price for an Android smart TV, this elegantly designed unit by Panasonic is a steal. It provides immersive entertainment with Android perks – you get to access over 400,000 movies and shows from across streaming services with the click of a button. You can use Google commands to control your TV, and cast photos, videos and music from your phone or tablet straight to the TV screen, thanks to its in-built Chromecast. Reviewers say this voice recognition feature has helped their little ones turn on cartoons with ease. With its Hexa Chroma Drive, the television provides rich colours and its clarity helps you pick out even the fine details so you don’t miss a thing. With Dolby Audio, the whole family can enjoy its enhanced sound system, or you can use the TV’s Bluetooth Audio Link to connect the TV to your headphones, and watch undisturbed. If you're looking for a large screen for the bedroom, on a budget, this is it.

Bonus: Buy it with 0% instalments and pay Dh108.25 for 12 months with select banks. Add an in-home appointment with a professional for wall mounting service for Dh89.10.

Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty for Dh86, a one-year damage protection plan for Dh143, and a one-year extended warranty with two-year damage protection for Dh182.

2. Best Deal for LED TV: Samsung AU9000U 50-Inch 4K Smart LED TV

Pros

  • Minimalist, slim profile
  • Supports 120Hz content
  • Projects Android phone screen next to TV content
  • Upscales picture to 4K

Cons

  • Has a refresh rate of 60Hz

So sleek, it could be mistaken for a monitor, Samsung AU9000U has a clean, minimalist profile, which makes it a great option for the bedroom. When mounted on the wall, the 50-inch TV hugs the surface like an art frame. A powerful Crystal processor upscales resolution to 4K, making images more life-like than ever. Though it has a refresh rate of 60Hz, the unit supports 120Hz content, using a motion-clarity booster called the Motion Xcelerator Turbo. Its Q Symphony audio system allows your TV and soundbar speakers to operate together, for a better surround effect. You can also use Samsung's built-in voice assistant Bixby to direct your television to play your favourite shows. Sports fans are going to love the Multi View feature - it projects your Android phone screen onto the TV, putting the live match and stats side by side. Gamers in the reviews have also tried it out with PlayStation consoles and are completely satisfied with the results.

Bonus: Buy it with 0% instalments and pay Dh129.92 for 12 months with select banks. Add an in-home appointment with a professional for wall mounting service for Dh89.10.

Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty for Dh114, a one-year damage protection plan for Dh190, and a one-year extended warranty with two-year damage protection for Dh242.

5. Best Deal for 43-Inch TV: Hisense 43-Inch 4K UHD Smart VIDAA TV

Pros

  • Value for money
  • Vidaa TV with Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV and more
  • Compatible with Apple AirPlay
  • Adds virtual height speakers

Cons

  • Doesn't have a slim form factor

Spend less than Dh1,000 and snag a Hisense UHD (ultra-high definition) 4K smart TV. This all-new 2022 model operates on the Vidaa OS, which comes pre-installed with Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video, YouTube and more. You get striking picture quality, with vivid 4K upscaling and Dolby Vision HDR support. This means that the highlights on this 43-inch TV are up to 40 times brighter and its blacks are 10 times darker than a standard picture. It tweaks all the audio with the DTS Virtual X to substitute height channels. With Sports Mode, the TV is designed to analyse and create a smoother experience with moving pictures. And Game Mode significantly reduces input lag, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in your video game’s world. Enjoy full connectivity with HDMI ports, USB slots and double-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Bonus: Buy it with 0% instalments and pay Dh70.75 for 12 months with select banks. Add an in-home appointment with a professional for wall mounting service for Dh89.10.

Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty for Dh52 and two years for Dh73.

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