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Google Makes Setting Up a New Google TV Easier with Faster Onboarding, More Features
Google is strealining the setup process for Google TVs, making it faster and easier for users to ready up their devices and start watching. The company announced new features that speed up Google TV setup, including adding a new way to quickly set up the device through Android and iOS smartphones.
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Amazon's Vega TV OS Expected to Debut on First Streaming Device in 2025: Report
Amazon is reportedly planning to launch a TV streaming device powered by its in-house, Linux-based Vega OS later this year, as it plans to move away from Android-based Fire OS. Amazon is said to be engaging with streaming platforms to convince them to release apps for the new Vega TV OS and is hiring developers for the Vega TV platform.
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Google TV Streamer (4K) to Reportedly Get a New Remote With Backlit Controls Soon
Google TV Streamer (4K) could soon benefit from a new accessory which may improve its operation in low-light scenarios, as per a report. The streaming device, launched in August last year, is the latest flagship addition to the Mountain View-based technology company’s lineup of smart home entertainment solutions. While it features a redesigned se...
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Sonos Pinewood Streaming Box With Gigabit Ethernet, Streaming Support Reportedly in Development
Sonos is developing a streaming set-top box to compete with Apple TV and Roku streaming devices, according to a report. The product is dubbed “Pinewood” and is expected to be launched this year. It is said to be able to run content from popular streaming platforms such as Disney+ and Netflix. The US-based audio company’s streaming box is beli...
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Amazon Rolls Out Dual Audio and New Accessibility Features for Fire TVs
Amazon is rolling out new accessibility features for its Fire TVs which make its devices more inclusive and accessible to everyone, the company announced on Wednesday. It now enables users to take advantage of a new Dual Audio feature on select TVs when the hearing aid is paired with the TV to watch content along with their family. Further, it expa...
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Apple Evaluating Development of Its Own TV Set Alongside Upcoming Smart Home Devices: Mark Gurman
Apple is thinking of developing its own television set, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The possibility of an Apple-branded television was highlighted in his Power On weekly newsletter. The company has not yet launched a television set of its own, but sells the Apple TV box that runs on its tvOS operating system.
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ViewSonic LX700-4K Ceiling-Mounted RGB Laser Projector Launched in India: Specifications, Price
ViewSonic LX700-4K Ceiling-Mounted RGB Laser Projector was launched in India on Wednesday. It boasts video output capabilities in up to 4K resolution with support for HDR and HLG, a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and is powered by a 0.65-inch Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) chip.
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Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2024 Sale: Best Deals on Home Theatre Systems, Bluetooth Speakers
Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2024 sale is live and the sellers on the e-commerce website are offering discounts on home entertainment devices like projectors, soundbars and surround sound systems, and Bluetooth speakers. Meanwhile, SBI credit card holders can avail of an additional 10 percent instant discount aside from the offers available during...
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Google TV Streamer (4K) With 32GB Storage, AI Features Launched: Specifications, Price
Google TV Streamer (4K) was launched on Tuesday. The device replaces 2020’s Chromecast with Google TV (4K) as the company's latest smart home entertainment solution. It comes loaded with features such as support for media streaming in 4K resolution, 32GB of onboard storage and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K With Support for More than 12,000 Apps Debuts in India: Price, Features
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K was launched in India on Thursday, May 9. The Amazon Fire TV Stick comes with some significant improvements over its predecessor. The new Fire TV Stick 4K comes with a remote that has dedicated buttons for Amazon’s video and music streaming platforms as well as Netflix. There’s a dedicated button for all apps as well.
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LG, Meta Announce Collaboration to Develop Next-Generation XR Technologies
Meta and LG announced a strategic collaboration on Wednesday which is focused on extended reality (XR) devices and technologies. Meta has been working in this space has has launched multiple Meta Quest headsets, which offer virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences. Similarly, at the end of 2023, LG created an XR business unit wit...
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Sony India Announces Discounts on Bravia TVs, Sony WH-1000XM4, and Other Audio Devices
Sony kicked off a discount sale in India ahead of Republic Day with special offers on televisions, personal audio and home audio products. The sale is currently live on the company's online store and exclusive retail stores and will go on till January 28. Wireless headphones including Sony WH-1000XM4 and WH-1000XM5 are listed with discounted price ...
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Amazon Plans to Replace Android-Based Fire OS With New Operating System on Fire TVs, Other Devices: Report
Amazon currently runs Fire OS, an Android fork, on Fire TVs and tablets. Fire OS devices support most Android apps as the operating system is based on Android Open Source Project. The e-commerce juggernaut, however, could be planning to move away from Google’s OS. According to a new report, Amazon plans to replace the Android-based Fire OS on Fir...
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ViewSonic M1 Pro Portable Projector Review: Multipurpose Champ
ViewSonic has launched the M1 Pro projector in India, priced at Rs. 68,999. The battery-powered portable projector has a built-in speaker system, and can thus be used even when on the go. Find out more about this conveniently-sized projector in this review.
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Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023: Get Best Deals on Soundbars, Home Theatre Systems
Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023, which began on August 3 for Prime members, is currently open to all users. This brings a great opportunity for Amazon users to purchase electronic devices at a discounted price. The Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 will conclude on August 8. During the online sale, the e-commerce giant is offering a 10 perce...
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Google Makes Setting Up a New Google TV Easier with Faster Onboarding, More Features
Google is strealining the setup process for Google TVs, making it faster and easier for users to ready up their devices and start watching. The company announced new features that speed up Google TV setup, including adding a new way to quickly set up the device through Android and iOS smartphones.
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Amazon's Vega TV OS Expected to Debut on First Streaming Device in 2025: Report
Amazon is reportedly planning to launch a TV streaming device powered by its in-house, Linux-based Vega OS later this year, as it plans to move away from Android-based Fire OS. Amazon is said to be engaging with streaming platforms to convince them to release apps for the new Vega TV OS and is hiring developers for the Vega TV platform.
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Google TV Streamer (4K) to Reportedly Get a New Remote With Backlit Controls Soon
Google TV Streamer (4K) could soon benefit from a new accessory which may improve its operation in low-light scenarios, as per a report. The streaming device, launched in August last year, is the latest flagship addition to the Mountain View-based technology company’s lineup of smart home entertainment solutions. While it features a redesigned se...
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Sonos Pinewood Streaming Box With Gigabit Ethernet, Streaming Support Reportedly in Development
Sonos is developing a streaming set-top box to compete with Apple TV and Roku streaming devices, according to a report. The product is dubbed “Pinewood” and is expected to be launched this year. It is said to be able to run content from popular streaming platforms such as Disney+ and Netflix. The US-based audio company’s streaming box is beli...
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Amazon Rolls Out Dual Audio and New Accessibility Features for Fire TVs
Amazon is rolling out new accessibility features for its Fire TVs which make its devices more inclusive and accessible to everyone, the company announced on Wednesday. It now enables users to take advantage of a new Dual Audio feature on select TVs when the hearing aid is paired with the TV to watch content along with their family. Further, it expa...
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Apple Evaluating Development of Its Own TV Set Alongside Upcoming Smart Home Devices: Mark Gurman
Apple is thinking of developing its own television set, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The possibility of an Apple-branded television was highlighted in his Power On weekly newsletter. The company has not yet launched a television set of its own, but sells the Apple TV box that runs on its tvOS operating system.
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ViewSonic LX700-4K Ceiling-Mounted RGB Laser Projector Launched in India: Specifications, Price
ViewSonic LX700-4K Ceiling-Mounted RGB Laser Projector was launched in India on Wednesday. It boasts video output capabilities in up to 4K resolution with support for HDR and HLG, a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and is powered by a 0.65-inch Digital Micromirror Device (DMD) chip.
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Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2024 Sale: Best Deals on Home Theatre Systems, Bluetooth Speakers
Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2024 sale is live and the sellers on the e-commerce website are offering discounts on home entertainment devices like projectors, soundbars and surround sound systems, and Bluetooth speakers. Meanwhile, SBI credit card holders can avail of an additional 10 percent instant discount aside from the offers available during...
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Google TV Streamer (4K) With 32GB Storage, AI Features Launched: Specifications, Price
Google TV Streamer (4K) was launched on Tuesday. The device replaces 2020’s Chromecast with Google TV (4K) as the company's latest smart home entertainment solution. It comes loaded with features such as support for media streaming in 4K resolution, 32GB of onboard storage and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K With Support for More than 12,000 Apps Debuts in India: Price, Features
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K was launched in India on Thursday, May 9. The Amazon Fire TV Stick comes with some significant improvements over its predecessor. The new Fire TV Stick 4K comes with a remote that has dedicated buttons for Amazon’s video and music streaming platforms as well as Netflix. There’s a dedicated button for all apps as well.
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LG, Meta Announce Collaboration to Develop Next-Generation XR Technologies
Meta and LG announced a strategic collaboration on Wednesday which is focused on extended reality (XR) devices and technologies. Meta has been working in this space has has launched multiple Meta Quest headsets, which offer virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences. Similarly, at the end of 2023, LG created an XR business unit wit...
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Sony India Announces Discounts on Bravia TVs, Sony WH-1000XM4, and Other Audio Devices
Sony kicked off a discount sale in India ahead of Republic Day with special offers on televisions, personal audio and home audio products. The sale is currently live on the company's online store and exclusive retail stores and will go on till January 28. Wireless headphones including Sony WH-1000XM4 and WH-1000XM5 are listed with discounted price ...
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Amazon Plans to Replace Android-Based Fire OS With New Operating System on Fire TVs, Other Devices: Report
Amazon currently runs Fire OS, an Android fork, on Fire TVs and tablets. Fire OS devices support most Android apps as the operating system is based on Android Open Source Project. The e-commerce juggernaut, however, could be planning to move away from Google’s OS. According to a new report, Amazon plans to replace the Android-based Fire OS on Fir...
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ViewSonic M1 Pro Portable Projector Review: Multipurpose Champ
ViewSonic has launched the M1 Pro projector in India, priced at Rs. 68,999. The battery-powered portable projector has a built-in speaker system, and can thus be used even when on the go. Find out more about this conveniently-sized projector in this review.
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Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023: Get Best Deals on Soundbars, Home Theatre Systems
Amazon Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023, which began on August 3 for Prime members, is currently open to all users. This brings a great opportunity for Amazon users to purchase electronic devices at a discounted price. The Great Freedom Festival Sale 2023 will conclude on August 8. During the online sale, the e-commerce giant is offering a 10 perce...
