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Despite the many different models and sub-brand names for televisions under the Xiaomi stable — and the potential for confusion that comes with it — the portfolio is actually quite elegantly laid out if you try to understand it. Redmi televisions generally stick to the budget segments and smaller sizes, while the ‘Xiaomi' branding is applied to bigger and more feature-filled options across prices and categories. Leaving aside the more expensive QLED and OLED options for now, Xiaomi is now fine-tuning its LED TV range with…

Today’s a big day for the new Max streaming service. After months of fanfare from execs, the combined HBO Max/Discovery streaming service has launched. But despite all the talk of a better tech platform (which might well be true!) and all the new content (which definitely is true), Max is not working for some. Or the idea of having to download a new app is awkward and annoying at best. Here’s what you need to know about the whole transition. Why isn’t Max working? There are a few things that could be a play here,…

CloseEpson has launched its latest home theater projector -- EpiqVision CO-FH02 -- in India. The new projector from the company features a FHD resolution and comes pre-installed with built-in Android TV operating system, speaker, support for OTT apps and more. Epson EpiqVision CO-FH02: Price, offers and availabilityEpson EpiqVision CO-FH02 projector is launched at a price of Rs 86,999 in India. The company is also offering free 1-year membership/subscription of 6 popular OTT platforms including Disney+Hotstar, Amazon…

Image Source : PIXABAY YouTube YouTube: Google-owned video streaming platform has reportedly started to get the animated loading screen for smartphones which was first seen on Android TV in 2022. Google has stated that the new animation is part of an identity update which aims at creating a visual appeal and easily recognisable brand image. As per the reports of…

The YouTube app on Android TV was upgraded with an animation and a sound effect on the loading screen late last year. The company said that the idea behind the sound was “to have something vibrant, engaging and easily recognisable.” According to a report, the same animation is coming to the app on mobiles.According to a report by 9to5Google, some YouTube for mobile users are able to see the animated loading screen. However, the mobile app doesn’t have the startup sound that accompanies the animation on the Android TV…

SpecsKey detailsColour and dimensionsLength: 95.25mm, Width: 95.25mm, Thickness: 16.7mm, Weight: 142g, Colour: BlackVideo quality4K (3840 x 2160)ProcessorQuad-Core Cortex-A55GraphicsARM Mali G31 MP2Memory2GBStorage8GBOSGoogle TVWireless connectionsWi-Fi: 2.4GHz/5GHz, Bluetooth: 5.2Video featuresUp to 4K 60FPS, Supports Dolby Audio and DTS-HD, Supports Dolby Vision, Supports HDR10+Connectivity portsHDMI 2.1: 1, USB 2.0: 1, Power interface: 1, Audio output: 1What’s in the boxXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen): 1, Remote control: 1,…

Xiaomi would probably want you buy its televisions first, but if you think your existing TV still has some life left in it — the screen, at least — then the company has solutions on that front as well. Xiaomi has a small but sensible range of streaming devices, which plug into the HDMI port of your television and add enhanced smart connectivity and capabilities. The latest in this range is the Xiaomi TV Stick 4K, which is the most compact and capable device of its kind from the company to date.Priced at Rs. 4,999 in…

Fans of Formula 1 in India have, for many years now, been able to watch F1 races live on Star Sports, and even stream them on the Hotstar app in recent years. However, 2023 brings a significant shake-up in this system, with Star (and Disney+ Hotstar) choosing not to renew broadcast and streaming rights for F1 in India, following a difference in perceived valuation of the property. This means that fans of F1 in India now have only one official option to watch F1 races live - the F1 TV app with the Pro subscription.Although…

Image: SonySony introduced the XR as a cognitive processor at CES 2022. Its algorithms are supposedly programmed to mimic the human brain when trying to understand images. It is a fancy way to say that what it does is prioritize some visuals over others.Instead of analyzing the image as a whole like the X1, the XR’s algorithms analyze color, contrast, texture, depth and detail in multiple zones; then cross-analyze this information within and between frames for brightness and contrast optimization. Sony claims 5% more…

TW Electronics, the UK-based company behind the reference remote used on most Android TV and Google TV devices in recent years, has introduced a new design of the remote that includes a photovoltaic panel at the bottom that allows for self-charging of the battery."Excited to announce the launch of a self-charging, battery-free #remotecontrol powered by indoor light. Developed with #Exeger, the device is #GoogleTV ready and easily integrated into your existing system," TW Electronics tweeted.According to 9to5Google, the…