The novelty from the manufacturer Kivi, little-known to consumers, surprisingly turned out to be quite successful and collected many positive reviews. The model is equipped with several technologies for improving image quality, good sound, Smart TV, TV control function via a smartphone, and all this for little money.
This model participates in rating of the best Full HD TVs.
Screen
Model with a 32-inch (81 cm) screen with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 px (Full HD) with a refresh rate of 50 Hz. The Kivi 32FR50BR model has Direct LED backlighting, LEDs are installed behind the screen and distributed over the entire area. This technology allows you to achieve uniform illumination without glare. The viewing angle, declared by the manufacturer, reaches 178 °. With HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology, even the smallest details are always sharp and vivid, while the Advanced Color Engine (ACE) technology ensures natural colors in all lighting conditions.
Appearance
The classic appearance and white body is well suited for installation as a kitchen TV. The main body material is plastic, but the back is made of metal. Dimensions - 732 × 472 × 211 mm. The TV is equipped with a stand for installation on a table or cabinet, you can hang it on the wall, but you need an additional bracket with mounting dimensions 200 × 100 mm. TV weight - 4.6 kg.
Connectors
- AV input (red, white, yellow) - connection of analog devices (camcorders, DVD, Blu-ray players, some TV transmitters).
- USB (2 pcs.) - connecting a USB flash drive or external hard drive.
- HDMI (2 pcs.) - connection of digital devices for image and sound transmission (computers, laptops, video recorders).
- 3.5 mm audio output - for connecting headphones or acoustics.
- Coaxial output - can be used to transmit sound when connecting external speakers.
- RJ-45 (Ethernet) connector - for connecting an Internet cable.
Sound
The KIVI boasts beautiful images and great sound. The total sound power is 20 W, the speaker system is 2 built-in speakers of 10 W each. This is enough for any premises. You can enjoy vivid pictures with clear, high-quality sound.
Functions
SmartTV - the capabilities of a TV are comparable to a computer: it easily copes with web browsing, videos, games. The smart functionality of the Kivi 32FR50BR is based on the Android 6.0 operating system. There is no full Google Play app store, Aptoide TV is used instead. It also updates the firmware. The system itself is easy to use, and many free applications can be downloaded and installed for it.
Picture-in-picture - two images are simultaneously displayed on the screen: the first video is displayed on the entire screen, the second - in the corner of the screen.
Video recording - it is possible to record on-air channels on a memory carrier.
Time Shift is a function that allows you to stop the broadcasting of the on-air TV program at any time and record it in order to continue viewing from the moment of pause at another time. A useful function: you can pause and continue watching your favorite movie or TV show at any time.
KIVI Remote is an application for controlling a TV via a smartphone.
Voice control without remote control.
Bluetooth is a useful function: you can connect different devices (speakers, headphones, joysticks) to the TV.
Advantages and disadvantages
Benefits:
- bright, high-quality screen;
- great sound;
- Smart TV with Android TV 6.0;
- catches Wi-Fi well;
- does not lose connection with the Internet;
- low price;
- nice design.
Disadvantages:
- KIVI Remote does not always find the TV;
- bad standard firmware, you need to update to the latest version;
- it happens that it takes a long time to turn on, Smart TV is loaded.
Verdict
The Kivi 32FR50BR is a good TV with Smart TV function, voice control or smartphone control. Modern functionality, wide multimedia capabilities work without unnecessary configuration when connecting the TV to the Internet. A slight inconvenience in the form of a delay occurs when turning on or when starting applications. Juicy screen, good sound of standard speakers, thin frames around the display. The design is classic, but looks great in white. Price - 15,500 rubles.
