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The Future Is Online Television

You can be sure that the next set you buy will almost certainly have an option to connect to the internet. The challenge manufacturers face is persuading you that it’s worth the effort.
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In May, Google launched Google TV with much fanfare, but poor reviews and a lack of consumer understanding of the project means the company is still working on a product to crack the mainstream market. Google says: “We’re in the early days of a long journey, and we are committed to building a great platform for users with flexibility for our partners to innovate. And because Google TV is a connected device, we will continually push out product updates and enhancements that all users can benefit from.”

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