A Smart TV or Smart TV device can be a very simple and cost effective way to provide your clients with a world of TV programs, movies and more. Smart TVs enable your clients to watch and stream a wide range of TV programs and entertainment.
Please note: all Smart TVs will require adequate WiFi or internet to stream. This can be great if they are isolated, do not engage in other programs or simply love watching TV and movies.
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Some TVs have this feature built in, however older or cheaper TV’s often lack this feature.
A smart TV enables the streaming of a wide range of programs including :
ABC iView – Contains a large library of TV shows and movies (Free App)
SBS on Demand – Contains a large library of TV shows and movies (Free App)
Channel 7, 9,10 Apps – As above, Contains a large library of TV shows and movies (Free App)
Ted X – Contains a large library of talks and presentations (Free App)
YouTube – (Requires no explanation:)
Netflix – Contains a large library of TV shows and movies (Free App – Paid Subscription)
Amazon Prime – Contains a large library of TV shows and movies (Free App – Paid Subscription)
Apple TV – Contains a large library of TV shows and movies (Free App – Paid Subscription)
Games – Free and Paid Videos – Free and Paid Music and Radio (Usually a free App) + loads more.
Each software platform contains a different App Store and range of programs. However most will include at least the above.
Please note: Netflix etc do require an additional monthly subscription In order to turn a regular TV into a smart TV we recommend the two options below:
Amazon Firestick (approx $80)
Apple TV (approx $270)
The Amazon Firestick Benefits : Cheap, Comes with a simple to use controller Does not require a smart phone to control. Simple to use Has regular app store with loads of free content. Negatives Does not have storage so relies on WiFi
Apple TV Benefits: Has inbuilt storage, so can download onto device. Great if internet is slow as programs can be downloaded overnight. Has Voice activated (Siri) remote plus simple to use controller. Currently comes with a Year subscription of Apple TV programs. Has regular app store with loads of free content. Negatives More expensive.
You will need: TV with HDMI input Adequate WIFI or internet See the videos below explaining the Amazon FireStick and Apple TV.