The Hisense Pulse Google TV set-top box
(Credit: Hisense)
Google TV seems to be garnering more interest from hardware makers.
The latest company to partner with Google is Chinese hardware maker Hisense, which announced a set-top box called Pulse today. Like other Google set-top boxes, the Pulse will offer access to content on YouTube, Netflix, and Pandora and comes preloaded with Google TV apps like Chrome, Google Play, and Search.
The Pulse will feature a double-sided remote control with a touchpad and dedicated Netflix button on one side, and a QWERTY keyboard on the other for Web search. The device will also feature a variety of connectivity options, including HDMI, USB, and built-in Wi-Fi. It will also support H.264, MPEG-4, and AVC formats and resolutions up to 1080p.
"This box effectively bridges the gap to the latest in home entertainment, without the need for expensive hardware upgrades," Hisense Marketing Director JoAnne Foist said in a statement. "Compared to other streaming devices, the Hisense Pulse with Google TV allows consumers to experience a new level of smart content discovery and viewing recommendations."
The device, which will be on display next week at the IFA tech conference in Germany, will compete with the other recent devices -- ... [Read more]
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