Samsung to unveil Google TV in January

Samsung who was working out the business feasibility for Google TV a few months back hasconfirmed that Android OS-based TVs will be a reality next year. Boo-Keun Yoon, head of TV business has confirmed Samsung’s intentions about unveiling Google TVs in January and will mostly be at the CES where Boo-Keun Yoon will take the stage on January 6.

Although most of the details are kept under wraps, Yoon says the company is “open” to use Intel’s chips for its TVs.

Via: Samsunghub

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Sony Introduces world's first HDTV, Powered by Google TV

          Sony today introduced Sony Internet TV, powered by Google TV -- the world's first television with the ability to watch HDTV, enjoy apps, and browse the Internet seamlessly on one device.

          Four TV sets are concerned for now: with 24-inch class NSX-24GT1 ($599.99); 32-inch class NSX-32GT1 ($799.99); 40-inch class NSX-40GT1($999.99); and 46-inch class NSX-46GT1($1,399.99) versions. 

          All include HDMI and USB ports as well as built-in WiFi connectivity, and a keypad remote with an optical mouse. The TVs will also be able to connect to certain smartphones in the future.The much-awaited Google TV allows for seamless web surfing and TV watching at the same time, as well as access to Android apps (coming in earlty 2011). So the time is near when you can watch TV series and tweet about them at the same time… on the same screen

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