The next generation of HD television include apps that replace the need for media streamers. An example of the new trend is Samsungs commitment to adding an app store to new models of their televisions. If you own a media streamer like the Boxee Box or WD Live then these apps can replace the extra equipment that you have connected to your television.
If you can get Netflix built right into your TV then you do not need any other devices to watch that content. It looks like these new television will make a great tool for those who want to cut the cord. If you can reduce the number of devices needed for the delivery of your content the better. With my television set up I have four devices connected to watch my online programming. It would be nice to reduce the cluter and have apps on my television that can tap into many media sources with very little effort. It would be nice to get apps for HULU Netflix and Podcasts all my television. As more companies add apps to their televisions consumers will gain more choice and content providers will find this method just as profitable as their current distribution system. It’s a matter of getting the tools to consumers and offering fair pricing. If media companies can figure out a fair price they will gain a new revenue source.
As more television manufactures add apps consumers will be able to find online content easily. The new HD 3DTV’s might not be what I would spend my money on, but a television filled with apps does make me want to spend money on a new television set.
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