Week 2 - 7 Nov 2012

NewsCard Week 2 ( 7 Nov 2012)

Smart TVs: You Won't Just Watch Anymore

By Vivian Wagner
TechNewsWorld
10/31/12 5:00 AM PT

In the near future, we won’t just be watching TV. Smart TVs will become the central device in our homes looking after security, shopping and even our health. The term Smart TV already exists, but what does it mean? We now have video on demand and can change channels with our smartphones or voices, but again the TV does nothing except entertain us. Meanwhile, it has become possible to watch movies on phones or tablet PCs, but how many people watch a full movie on their smartphone? TVs are set up in central and comfortable locations perfect for relaxing with a movie.

Smart TVs will still let us watch movies in comfort but allow us to interact far more. When someone phones during your movie, your phone will just be another button on your Smart TV. We can use video conferencing and Skype too. The technology available now means problems of acoustics and background noise from the TV will not be an issue. Accessories or apps can also be used to make a normal TV smarter and more interactive.

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