NetUP Unveils Android Based IPTV


Bangalore: Russian company, NetUP has introduced a new Android based internet protocol television (IPTV) set. The device just looks like an ordinary TV set but allows users to watch Live TV and access IPTV features like internet surfing, YouTube, Google Maps, social networking, online gaming and thousands of other applications without using any set-top box.

The TV is powered by 1 GHz Samsung S5PV210 processor, 512 MB DDR 2 RAM and runs on Android 2.2 OS. It has a 2 USB ports, card reader slot, HDMI port and Ethernet interfaces. It supports MPEG2, RAW RTP, MP4, AVi, MP3, AAC and MPEG-2 audio and video formats. The TV also supports devices like Wi-Fi USB adapter, and GPS USB module.

This device is ideal for those who are using two separate devices (TV and IP Set top box). The TV is now available for pre-order at the price of $565 for 32 inch model, $725 for 40 inch, $845 for 46 inch model and for 55 inch at $1150. There are no details about the availability of this device in India.