Smart-TV

Smart TV, sometimes hybrid TV, is the name for televisions with computer auxiliary functions, in particular Internet capabilities. Smart TVs have additional interfaces such as USB, Network, Wi-Fi and memory cards. The main additional feature is the HbbTV functionality for manufacturers.

Functionalities

Requirement to use an internet- and network- enabled TV in Fully functional, is a broadband connection. A Smart TV makes it possible to surf the web or check by pressing a button on the remote control films in real time, either, even in HD from online movie stores. Furthermore, it is possible to access video, music and image files which are stored on a PC. Also, video calls via Skype can be kept on the TV. A control of the TV set is possible via smartphone, tablet, USB and Bluetooth keyboard after the user who has one of these devices, download the appropriate app for their respective manufacturers and has installed.

Alternatively, the possible uses of televisions can also be extended via a connection to remote PCs, laptops, or via HDMI sticks.

Manufacturer

Several manufacturers offer smart TV devices:

  • Philips in cooperation with Sharp, LG and Loewe: These manufacturers bring out a common programming interface so that apps are compatible on the Smart TVs these 4 manufacturers. The development environment of Philips NetTV was published in October 2011 in a beta version.
  • Samsung with Samsung Smart TV
  • Sony Internet TV
  • LG Smart TV
  • Panasonic Viera Connect
  • Sharp Aquos Net
  • Many companies offer thumb-sized micro - computer using the Android operating system, which can transform any conventional flat-screen TV into a Smart TV. It involves compact dongle with an ARM processor, which are connected to an HDMI connector on the TV and can be using the remote control, in some cases via smartphone or tablet controlled.
  • The NetRange MMH GmbH from Hamburg is a global provider of brand-independent Smart TV portal solutions. NetRange operates integrated, global full-service Smart TV portal solutions for Sharp, Ikea, Loewe, Vestel or HD / SES Astra. At the same time developed Netrange Smart TV applications and Smart TV software.

Criticism

Privacy Policy

Each back-channel -capable network connection provides the ability to transmit personal or other information to the manufacturer or other parties, most content providers. For the method, it is necessary that the television receiving contact with the information provider. This is a qualitative change: while the user remains anonymous in ordinary television, he is now identifiable in certain circumstances. Tests have shown that some personal data will be processed, without the user having the corresponding functions had activated. This is the data privacy laws, especially as the content provider, the data can also provide third parties.

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