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Alexa to join the living room through LG TVs

Wed, 29th May 2019
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LG adds Alexa to 2019 AI TVs in Australia and NZ, enhancing the smart home experience with seamless voice control.
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Samsung first TV manufacturer to integrate Apple TV app

Wed, 15th May 2019
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It wouldn't be unrealistic to think they only talk via lawyers regarding smartphone patent breaches, but Samsung has now made a big announcement.
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Freeview aims to transform how you watch TV

Fri, 8th Feb 2019
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The new Freeview recorder combines the entire suite of Freeview features with the added choice of apps and extra content available through Google Play.
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LG makes TVs smarter with new AI processors

Tue, 15th Jan 2019
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Latest TVs from LG use deep learning to enhance the video and audio output and introduces integration with Alexa.
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IDC - Smart speakers driving smart home device growth

Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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Smart speakers, such as Amazon Echo and Google Home, are driving the global smart home market, projected to hit 643.9 million shipments in 2018.
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New Zealand outpacing global smart TV adoption

Wed, 12th Sep 2018
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New Zealand is becoming a global leader in smart TV adoption, with a 44% adoption rate second only to South Korea, according to research firm IDC.
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IDC - Smart home device sales up with no sign of slowing

Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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The new IDC smart home device tracker forecasts solid growth for connected devices in key smart home categories.
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The all-knowing Samsung TV can now tell you what song is playing on screen

Fri, 18th Aug 2017
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Samsung releases update for 2017 Smart TV platform to support Shazam, allowing users to identify songs playing on TV shows or films.
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FLocker malware targeting Android smart TVs

Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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FLocker is the latest a malicious ransomware agent that is targeting smart TVs running the Android operating system, Norton reports.
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LG's new slim range of 2016 4K UHD OLED TVs 'the perfect combination of technology'

Fri, 17th Jun 2016
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LG launches new range of 4K UHD OLED TVs in NZ, featuring Dolby Vision and slim designs. OLED and HDR technology improve picture quality.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Launch night of the Samsung 2016 SUHD TV range

Fri, 3rd Jun 2016
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Samsung recently announced the availability of their elegant new line-up of TVs at a celebratory event in Auckland - check out the pics here.
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Hands-on Review: Sony Android Smart TV

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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With competition escalating in an already tough market TV makers are striving to develop a compelling product that'll give them a unique selling point.
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First 'Netflix Recommended' TVs revealed

Wed, 8th Apr 2015
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Netflix reveals the first batch of TVs with the Netflix Recommended TV designation. Each will bear a Netflix Recommended TV logo in retail stores.
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Hackers target your fridge and TV

Fri, 17th Jan 2014
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Hackers exploit 'smart' gadgets, sending spam from fridges and TVs. A call for tighter security in the rising Internet of Things era.
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Mobile magic helps Trade Me beat IPO outlook

Wed, 20th Feb 2013
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Trade Me's mobile expansion fuels a net profit rise of NZD $37.5m, beating IPO outlook and driving strong performance across its business portfolio.
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Samsung signs exclusive deal with TVNZ Ondemand

Tue, 15th Jan 2013
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Deal aims to bring broadcaster's on demand content to customers via the new TVNZ Ondemand app for Samsung Smart TV's.
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Smart TV sales to smash 50 million in 2012

Thu, 29th Nov 2012
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Smart TV sales are set to reach 54 million by the end of the year, with worldwide sales expected to reach 220 million by 2017.
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Intel predicts 2011's tech trends - today

Thu, 25th Nov 2010
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Intel reveals 12 tech trends to look for in 2011, including the rise of Smart TVs, tablet mania, context-aware computing, and robust security enhancements.