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Do I have to have a smart tv for this to work and also is it full web browsing or limited to appsby
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10 years, 6 months ago
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No, this box actually makes *any* TV a "smart" TV. Full web browsing (except for Flash) through the Google Chrome browser that's included.by
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10 years, 3 months ago
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No you do not need a smart TV. Just HDMI input. Yes it has full web browsing.by
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10 years, 3 months ago
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No your TV does not have to be a smart TV. You must have a free HDMI port though. It supports full web browsing and has a querty keyboard that can also accept voice commands. No Hulu access available yet but most other apps supported.by
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Clovis, CA
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10 years, 6 months ago
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You can connect the NSZGS8 to any TVs that has an HDMI input. Some websites use functions that are not supported by the browser. Some websites many not be displayed correctly or may not display at all.by
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10 years, 6 months ago
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What additonal equipment and services are needed to use this device?by
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Anonymous
10 years, 8 months ago
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HDMI HD TVby
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10 years, 8 months ago
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The NSZGS8 is pre-installed with Internet based applications. You would have to have the unit connected to an active network. Internet service and a Router is needed for this operation you can either connect the media player through a wired and a wireless connection.by
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10 years, 8 months ago
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Hello! What is the difference in the new model NSZGS8 vs the old one NSZGS7. The price difference is substantial, but what is actually different on the device?by
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Anonymous
10 years, 7 months ago
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The remote on the new model has a full QWERTY keyboard, which works well for searching the internet and using apps.by
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Buffalo, NY
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10 years, 4 months ago
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The NSZGS8 comes built in with the voice command feature and is bundled with the NSG-MR7U remote that has a microphone for the said feature. The NSZGS7 does not have voice command, but you can update it to the latest firmware to make it capable of the said functionality. You would also need to get the NSG-MR7U remote separately (if you want to utilize the voice command) because the NSG-MR5U bundled with the NSZGS7 does not have a microphone.by
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10 years, 7 months ago
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Can you get your e-mail on the screen if you have a g-mail account & address?by
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Anonymous
10 years, 4 months ago
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yesby
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9 years, 11 months ago
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yes you can this is like a computer except watching the out put on tv screen.by
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9 years, 11 months ago
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Yes, the gmail app for android or gmail on the chrome browserby
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Baltimore, md
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10 years, 3 months ago
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Yes, there are email clients available for download in the Play Store that will allow you to view your email.by
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San Antonio, TX
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10 years, 3 months ago
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You can use the Chrome browser to access your Gmail account. I do not think the Android Gmail application works with the Google TV.by
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Redondo Beach, CA
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10 years, 4 months ago
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Yes, you can access your email on the NSZ-GS8 Google TV player.by
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10 years, 4 months ago
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Direct TV site tells me that I need Windows loaded on my pc. I can play live direct tv with my internet connection from my Windows 8.1pc but i don't think the Sony device will support it. Can you help?by
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Bruce
10 years, 1 month ago
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The Direct TV application is not compatible with the Sony NSZGS8 Internet Player with Google TV.by
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10 years, 1 month ago
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If I understand what you've written correctly, you're trying to connect the Sony Internet Player to your Windows PC. This is not the intended use for the product. For best results, connect your Sony Player to your TV via HDMI cable, then perform the setup to connect to your home network. You should then be able to view streaming internet programming by selecting the correct HDMI port on your TV. If I have misunderstood, i encourage you to contact Sony for technical support to get you up and running. I hope this helps.10 years, 1 month ago
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I thought it said on the box you could be on a tablet and throw it to the tv.by
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Anonymous
10 years, 4 months ago
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You can send web pages and YouTube videos to the Google TV with the Google TV Remote applications for Android and iOS.https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.tvremote
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/google-tv-remote/id422137859?mt=8
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10 years, 4 months ago
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Yes, you can make use of the TV sideview app available on android and iOS devices. For information you may refer to the link below.http://bit.ly/1dBLVjB
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10 years, 4 months ago
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Does this Sony Google TV is compatible by using it in Mexico? Can this be set up in Spanish?by
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Juarez, Mexico
10 years, 4 months ago
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10 years, 1 month ago
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Yes, you can change the language to Spanish when setting up the NSZGS8, However some pre-installed applications may not work in your country.by
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10 years, 4 months ago
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9 years, 7 months ago
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I have not experienced any website which I could not open. Although sometimes has issues with Flash player.... but overall the answer is Yes.9 years, 7 months ago
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yesby
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Brooklyn, NY
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9 years, 7 months ago
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No, the internet browser cannot replace the one on you computer. Some websites will not open properly if they require updates done to the adobe flash player which allows to you to view specific content like videos or games. check the link below for further information.https://us.en.kb.sony.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/35328/p/47329,70712,70715,90749/c/65,66/kw/browser
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9 years, 7 months ago
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Does this device play HBO Go?by
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Anonymous
9 years, 7 months ago
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yes it can.by
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9 years, 6 months ago
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Yes it does.9 years, 7 months ago
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Out of all the streaming devices, which one can you select movies to watch in a line up. capable of playing a full day of continuous viewing.by
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AVJOE
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EL Paso
10 years, 1 month ago
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Google TVby
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Lakeville,MN
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9 years, 11 months ago
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Using a Chromecast you could stream from a computer or phone using software to queue the movies to play continuously. Chromecasts can be found here: http://bit.ly/1pBFkgY10 years, 1 month ago
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