Sony has introduced its latest line-up of BRAVIA Professional Displays, including its first-ever 8K model. The new range consists of 20 different displays which all include a built-in TV Tuner rated for 18/7 operation and select models that will support Android 8.0. The new line-up includes models that range from entry-level to high-end in order to provide choices that fulfills both the feature and budget requirements of end-users in corporate, education and retail-settings without having to compromise on picture quality.

The Android 8.0 support, offered on select series, helps to speed up the installation process for third-party APK files and includes an app auto-launch feature. This provides more options to customize each display and reduces set-up time by having applications launch automatically when the display is switched on. These models also include a remote firmware update function which allows software updates to be pushed onto each display via IP from a remote location. The Android 8 support for the AG8 and XG80 series will become available later in 2019 and comes standard with the AG9 and XG85 series now. The existing range of Sony BZ BRAVIA Professional Displays will also be compatible with Android 8.0 via a software update later this year.

The new flagship models from Sony are:

• ZG9 – the first-ever Sony 8K BRAVIA Professional Display, representing the next generation of imaging technology. It is available in both 85 and 98 inches. The ZG9 is powered by the custom-built X1 Ultimate chip, engineered specifically for processing 4K and 8K images. The chip features a dynamic contrast enhancer, Super Bit Mapping HDR and Precision Color Mapping with the ability to automatically detect hundreds of objects and enhance their quality.
• XG80/XG85 – the XG8 series of high spec professional displays offer incredible 4K HDR image quality and includes advanced professional features like quick set-up with Pro Mode, one-step setting for signage and meeting rooms, and open API support. The XG8 displays come in 6 different sizes, ranging from 43 to 85 inches.
• AG8/9 – these state-of-the-art OLED-based AG8/9 professional displays produce incredibly vivid and sharp visuals, combined with a range of built-in professional features including smart automation system, media player and meeting-room interface.In order to keep operational costs down, Sony BRAVIA Professional Displays are energy-efficient and include a 3-year warranty and advanced replacement service.

All BRAVIA Professional Displays offer integration with the TEOS Manage advanced workplace management solution, as well as TDM’s Digital Signage solution, making it easy to create signage for the displays via the cloud. Additionally, all flagship models provide integration with TEOS Connect to foster collaboration by allowing end-users to simultaneously share content from their devices directly onto any BRAVIA Professional Display.

In order to keep operational costs down, Sony BRAVIA Professional Displays are energy-efficient and include a 3-year warranty and advanced replacement service.

The 20 new models are:

According to PMA Research, the sell-through data experts for the large-format display industry, sales of professional-rated flat panel displays (in sizes 32” and up) that include a built-in TV Tuner represented one-third of the unit volume of all professional FPDs sold through the US distribution channel in 1Q2019.