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This is not exactly what you would call a mobile-related news item, but it’s somewhat related so we’re going with it.
The Swedish company called “People of Lava” is working on what seems as the first Android-powered TV set. Initially, they plan to release a 42-inch product, which will be followed by 47 and 55-inch models soon afterwards. Beta testing is set to begin in early summer when hopefully we’ll learn more about these (large) babies.
But it’s not like we don’t have a clue what’s included in the deal. People of Lava talk about full HD experience and the ability to connect a wireless keyboard and mouse. Moreover, there’s a standard suite of Google apps and services, including Google Maps, YouTube, browser, email; as well as Facebook and Twitter. We’re not sure, though, how or whether the existing mobile apps will run on a big screen of Lava TV.
Finally the price – the Lava TVs will sell for anywhere between $2,000 and $2,500, and I assume they talk about the initial 42-inch model. In other words, this won’t be something every Average Joe will buy, but only well paid geeks in the community…
[Via: Unwired View]
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Dusan has been using smartphones since their introduction and is now following the latest trends in the industry. The "convergence" is what he's most excited about, and writing about it is the next logical thing to do. He thinks that using a smartphone is what everyone who cares about their time should do. In addition to his interests in mobile phones, Dusan also loves to experiment with the latest web and mobile 2.0 services. The idea of accessing and managing your information from any device no matter where you are simply amazes him. Whether it's an online to-do list, note taking service or a video sharing social network, he's there to try it out. He admits though, he's still searching for the ultimate web-based organizational tool, which "sings" perfectly with the mobile PIM application. Dusan used to run SymbianWatch.com which later became part of IntoMobile. He lives in Serbia, South-East Europe, from where he edits the site on a daily basis.
