
Review Summary
The Sony KDL-47W802A 47" 3D LED Internet TV is a 2D/3D Full HD 1080p LCD TV with Dynamic Edge LED Backlight technology, which enhances contrast and reproduces images with sharp clarity. The TV also features built-in Wi-Fi, Ethernet connectivity, Miracast wireless mirroring and Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL). With Wi-Fi, you can stream a variety of Internet content from the Sony Entertainment Network, as well as DLNA home network content.
Miracast and MHL allow you to connect your compatible mobile device to the TV, so you can mirror your mobile media on the TV's big 1920 x 1080 screen. Besides Dynamic Edge LED Backlight technology, this TV also supports Live Color technology to emphasize vividness of color. Plus, Motionflow XR 480 ensures fast-paced action movies and sports are blur-free and more natural looking. This model even provides SimulView dual full screen gaming for Playstaion3.
Other video features include an Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE), an X-Reality PRO picture engine and 24P True Cinema. The TV's audio features are equally impressive. With support for Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pulse and Simulated Surround, your audio will be as high-quality as the HD video. Plus, Sony's S-Force Front Surround technology processes audio signals to create an immersive and detailed soundstage. For connectivity, the W802's options include multiple HDMI inputs, component, USB 2.0, digital coaxial and more.
The TV's USB 2.0 ports work as built-in media player, so you can enjoy a variety of video, audio and photo files on the big screen. The W802 Series features a quartz-cut design for added style. And, Sony's SideView app allows you to use your iOS or Android mobile device as a controller for the TV. You can search for programs and content using your mobile device as well. This model also features BRAVIA Sync, Google TV Sync, an X2 Widget System, an onboard iManual, free Skype calling with the optional Skype camera and much more.