{"product_id":"samsung-43-u8500h-crystal-uhd-4k-samsung-vision-ai-smart-tv-2026","title":"Samsung 43\" U8500H Crystal UHD 4K Samsung Vision AI Smart TV [2026]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSamsung Vision AI Companion - Ask your companion anything. Samsung Vision AI is here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTV becomes an intelligent companion, with Vision AI Companion redefining screen interaction. Backed by 20+ years of TV insight, Vision AI Companion delivers context-aware, rich and dynamic answers — enhanced by leading AI agents like Gemini and Perplexity — all without interrupting what's on screen. It seamlessly adapts to daily routines, whether it's catching up on morning updates, tracking live sports moments, finding great nearby spots or discovering more about on-screen content. 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Rich colours highlight the field and players with clarity, while clear audio creates a realistic atmosphere — so you can enjoy games that feel engaging and easy to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatch your favourite content in 4K - 4K Upscaling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSamsung's powerful 4K upscaling technology ensures you get up to 4K resolution for the content you love.\u003cfont size=\"1\"\u003e3\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntelligently enhances colour expression - Colour Booster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColour Booster transforms the way you experience TV by intelligently enhancing colour expression, making each scene more vivid and dynamic.\u003cfont size=\"1\"\u003e4\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine-tuned colours for a vibrant, lifelike picture - PurColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePurColour makes watching films feel almost like you're there. 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Plus, One UI Tizen will support Tizen OS upgrades for next seven years, bringing you the latest apps \u0026amp; services.\u003cfont size=\"1\"\u003e7 \u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eEnjoy 7 years of Tizen OS upgrades.\u003c\/font\u003e8\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTune in to a world of free channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccess free channels, including Samsung TV Plus premium channels. Enjoy news, sports, movies, entertainment, music, kids’ shows and more. With new content continuously added, there’s always more to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccess subscription-free TV. Stream shows and movies you know and love. - Samsung TV Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGet access to subscription-free TV and enjoy your favourite content on Samsung TV Plus. 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It analyses the content scene-by-scene to subtly adjust brightness and help save energy consumption where possible.\u003cfont size=\"1\"\u003e14\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransform your TV into a karaoke stage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTransform your TV into a karaoke stage, with your phone as the mic or wireless microphones. Start singing with friends and family, filling your living room with fun, energy and lively entertainment.\u003cfont size=\"1\"\u003e15\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElegant metal stream design to upgrade your space - MetalStream Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspired by aircraft design, the MetalStream Design features a luxurious metal body. With no additional bezel required, a single sheet of metal is used to create a slim bezel, enabling a truly immersive experience.\u003cfont size=\"1\"\u003e16\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cfont size=\"1\"\u003e1. Feature available in certain regions and models. Availability, supported features and user interface may vary by country, region, model and viewing conditions. Voice commands recognise English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian and Korean, but not all accents, dialects and expressions are recognised. This feature provides AI-created content, with accuracy not guaranteed — please check results. Requires certain Bluetooth remote (sold separately on some models). In-box remote for some models does not support voice recognition. Requires either a Mobile Quick Remote or separately purchased Bluetooth remote. Feature accessible via the AI button, or the Home button (long press) on remote control without an AI button.\u003cbr\u003e2. Viewing experience may vary according to type of content and format. Upscaling may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.\u003cbr\u003e3. Viewing experience may vary according to types of content and format. Upscaling may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.\u003cbr\u003e4. Image quality may vary depending on the quality of the original content.\u003cbr\u003e5. Experience may vary depending on the content.\u003cbr\u003e6. Check for Q-Symphony compatibility on soundbar product specifications. Soundbar sold separately. The location and number of speakers may vary depending on the model.\u003cbr\u003e7. Content and services may vary by region and are subject to change without notice. Agreement to Smart Hub Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy is required before use. Some content and services require registration and subscription. Requires Samsung account. Tizen OS upgrades will be supported for up to 7 years starting from 2026, for products released in the year 2026. Please note that the upgrade does not cover hardware-related performance, features or durability.\u003cbr\u003e8. Content and services may vary by region and are subject to change without notice. Agreement to Smart Hub Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy is required before use. Some content and services require registration and subscription. Requires Samsung account. Tizen OS upgrades will be supported for up to 7 years starting from 2026, for products released in the year 2026. Please note that the upgrade does not cover hardware-related performance, features or durability.\u003cbr\u003e9. Available for free on select Samsung devices. Internet required to stream. Channels may vary by country and are subject to change without notice. Supported Samsung devices may vary by country. Requires Samsung account. UI is subject to change without prior notice. Ads may appear on Samsung TV Plus. Available for free on Samsung Smart TVs since 2016.\u003cbr\u003e10. Requires user login to Google Photos on the device. Options to hide memories and enhance content filtering are provided. Feature availability may vary by region and model.\u003cbr\u003e11. Samsung Knox Security applies to Samsung TVs powered by Tizen®, launched since 2015. Latest software update is required.\u003cbr\u003e12. 2K 120Hz only available in 55\"↑ and Game Mode must be enabled. Performance may vary.\u003cbr\u003e13. Images simulated for illustration purposes. Available technology, functions and features may vary by country, service provider, network environment or product, and are subject to change without notice. Requires a Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or other wireless network connection and login to Samsung account. Connected devices are sold separately. UI is subject to change without prior notice.\u003cbr\u003e14. Energy saving rate may vary by region, model, screen size, viewing conditions, usage environment, and content type. Products shipped in Eco Mode have some AI Energy Mode functions enabled by default, so energy saving level by turning on AI Energy Mode may appear lower than actual. In environments exceeding 120 lux, some of the AI energy-saving features may not operate, reducing energy saving rate. AI Energy Mode does not work with viewing priority modes like Game Mode and AI Mode. AI Energy Mode is based on internal test results verified by 3rd party (TÜ V Rheinland).\u003cbr\u003e15. Designated microphone models provided by Samsung’s authorised partner are supported only and sold separately. With a single USB port on the TV, a maximum of 2 microphones are supported, and this functionality is limited to 2 USB ports in total. Requires SmartThings app to be installed on mobile, connected via the same Wi-Fi network as the TV set. 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