Smart TV stories

Australians favour bigger TVs as tech advances & costs drop
Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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New research from Kogan reveals a surge in demand for larger TVs in Australia, with screen sizes expanding from 65 inches to 100 inches by 2024.

Nexxen unveils advanced TV & digital ad measurement in Australia
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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Nexxen launches Cross-Screen Measurement in Australia, leveraging exclusive ACR data from 1.3 million devices to enhance TV and digital ad insights.

Smart home device shipments fell in 2022, but return to growth expected in 2023
Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
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Global smart home device shipments declined in 2022, with smart TVs experiencing the largest drop, according to IDC.

Consumer electronics market to reach $17 billion by 2031
Thu, 13th Oct 2022
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Global consumer electronics market to reach $17 billion by 2031, driven by increasing disposable income and smartphone adoption in APAC.

Hands-on review: Samsung QN90B QLED 4K Smart TV
Thu, 6th Oct 2022
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Samsung's flagship 4K TV for 2022, the QN90B, delivers superb performance and sets a high standard for competitors.

Hands-on review: Panasonic 65' JZ980 OLED 4K Smart TV
Wed, 13th Apr 2022
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We got our hands on one of the most impressive Smart TV’s Panasonic has ever produced. Ever Kiwi household should take note.

Samsung debuts new QLED technology in 2021 TV range launch
Thu, 15th Apr 2021
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At the centre of Samsung’s announcement is the unveiling of its new display technology for its flagship televisions: Neo QLED.

Sony announces new Bravia range with cutting-edge processor
Tue, 12th Jan 2021
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Powered by the Cognitive Processor XR, the BRAVIA TV’s use a new processing method designed to replicate the ways humans see and hear.

Samsung debuts the Neo QLED, an update to its flagship TV line
Mon, 11th Jan 2021
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Samsung has unveiled its 2021 TV lineup, featuring the new Neo QLED technology with enhanced picture quality and sustainability measures.

Hands-on review: Samsung QLED 8K 950TS TV
Fri, 7th Aug 2020
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Samsung's new Q950TS TV provides an unparalleled home viewing experience, but with a hefty price tag of $15,000.

Samsung launches new cutting-edge QLED TV range
Wed, 20th May 2020
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Samsung Electronics New Zealand has launched its 2020 QLED TV range, featuring AI upscaling and large-format panels over 75 inches.

LG releases insane 88in 8K OLED TV
Mon, 30th Sep 2019
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It includes the LG Alpha 9 (α9) Gen 2 processor, Cinema HDR, and LG ThinQ AI with Google Assistant support built-in and Amazon Alexa on its way.

Hands-on review: The impressive TCL C8 QUHD TV
Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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TCL's new 55-inch C8 QUHD TV, priced at NZD $2499, promises a high-tech experience with built-in AI and Google Chromecast, ideal for modern homes.

Five ways smart TVs are at risk of cyber attacks
Wed, 14th Aug 2019
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Smart TVs, now the epicentre of home entertainment, are increasingly vulnerable to cyber attacks through malware, poor configuration, and physical exploits.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.