Toshiba has just unveiled a new line of smarter HDTVs called “Cell TVs” that boast processing power, 3D video conversion, and net-connectivity—which makes it sound like they’re putting out a freaking computer. The assumption is not so far off though, since the first model to be rolled out this year, the ZX900 Cell TV, comes with an 8-core, 2.3GHz Cell processor.
It’s still all about the video though; that 3.2GHz processor has been added to convert regular TV signals into stereoscopic 3D video via Toshiba’s TriVector tech, and upscale Internet video for playing on big, HD-quality screens. Aside from playing media straight off the net (from sites such as Netflix, Vudu, CinemaNow, YouTube, and Pandora), it can also pull media files from USB drives and—get this—a built in 1TB hard drive. Wireless connectivity is also available, with DLNA and WirelessHD support for pulling content from other DLNA devices as well as other WirelesHD kits.
As for the TV itself (you’d be forgiven if you forgot that yes, this is still a TV), the ZX900 will be built with Toshiba’s KIRA2 panel, which features a fast refresh rate (480Hz in 2D, 240Hz in 3D), 1000cd/m2 brightness, and a 9M:1 contrast ratio. Built-in sound will go through a soundbar fixed below the screen.
Exact pricing and availability is unknown, but Toshiba’s first Cell TVs will come in 55 and 65-inch sizes some time after the halfway point of 2010. If the concept of a 65-inch, 3D-capable HDTV with net connectivity and a hard drive, don’t get your hopes up–We’re expecting a sky-high price tag for this one; something that might cost you more than an arm and a leg.
Tags: HDTV, Home Entertainment, Toshiba
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