Smart TV: types and systems

Smart TV: types and systems

Before reviewing the different types and systems of Smart TV it is necessary to ask ourselves to what extent we need it. This is because we can down the costs of buying a new television and a small part of the savings to buy an external device to do this function Chromecast such as USB sticks and the like.

Until this year the manufacturers had opted for something decaffeinated operating systems for its Smart TV but things have changed (much) in 2015. The stakes are as serious as Android, Tizen, Firefox OS or Web. By brand, we have Sony with Android TV, Tizen Samsung, LG or Panasonic WebOS with Firefox.

Web OS, the LG bet on this operating system seek to be an important piece in the interconnection between television, mobile or car. It will enable faster connectivity as a nod to the landing of 4K. Menu includes quick access to all functions, and offering ease, speed, many applications and seamless integration with the smartphone.

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Tizen is the system chosen by Samsung for its Smart TV released this year. Again, the betting is the speed and simplicity with features such as Quick Connect to capture the mobile signal when it is near.

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Firefox OS will be found in the new Panasonic TVs with a clean and colorful web based interface elements and open standards. This system has the support of companies like Telefonica although much weight in the field of mobile have not finished work too well.

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Android comes tackles hand TVs from companies like Sony, which attempt to return the greatness to its range of image after some years surpassed by Samsung or LG. That's "the contents of your smartphone on the big screen" sounds really good but it is not unique. We will Google Cast, Voice Search SideView TV.

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