Q: I have an old plasma TV from Panasonic, and I love it, but the Netflix app no longer works because it is out-of-date and cannot be updated. I know I can buy a streaming box to get Netflix, but it probably is time to upgrade to 4K, anyway. Panasonic TVs are no longer available. What do you recommend?

A: I have awaited the day I could answer questions like this by recommending another Panasonic television to those who want one. That day finally has arrived. After a 10-year absence, Panasonic televisions are returning to the American market.

Though Panasonic had stopped selling televisions in the United States, they still were sold in many other parts of the world and widely recognized as some of the best televisions. Panasonic’s OLED televisions are so good that they are used by many studios and editors in their production processes. The Panasonic Hollywood Lab also developed the video processing that makes Panasonic 4K Blu-ray players the best on the market.

Panasonic is a customer-focused and socially responsible company that does a lot of good in the world. Of the company’s Seven Founding Principles, the first two are “Contribution to Society” and “Fairness and Honesty.” It’s a great company with a commendable record, and I was very glad to see that their televisions are back. More high-quality product options to choose from is always a good thing for the consumer, especially for big purchases like televisions.

I attended a recent Panasonic media event that introduced the new televisions, which compete at the premium end of the market. The launch consists of two OLED series, the Z95A and Z85A, and one Mini LED series, the W95A. The Z95A OLED is available only in a 65-inch size, the Z85A OLED in 55-inch and 65-inch sizes. The W95A Mini LED is sold in sizes from 55 inches to 85 inches. They all feature Amazon’s Fire TV operating system and multiple viewing modes, including an excellent gaming mode.

The 65-inch Z95A will attract the attention of anyone wanting the very best, with its top-of-the-line OLED panel and built-in sound system tuned by Panasonic’s high-end audio brand Technics. The system allows you to fine-tune the sound and listening area, so you can be on one side of the couch watching television with audio while the person on the other side barely hears anything.

Upwards and side-facing speakers create an immersive experience, and some Z95A purchasers may find it unnecessary to buy an external soundbar, which could help offset some of the $3,199.99 price. That may seem like a bit much in this day of $500 mass-market 65-inch TVs, but it is comparable with other high-end OLED TVs.

The Panasonic W95A Mini LED sets also were impressive, offering gorgeous picture quality with deep blacks, extreme sharpness and beautiful color. Prices range from $1,299.99 for the 55-inch model to $2,999.99 for the 85-inch version. The new televisions are available on the Amazon, Costco and Panasonic websites.

Send questions to Don Lindich at donlindich@gmail.com. Get recommendations and read past columns at soundadvicenews.com.