OnePlus, one of the most well-recognised smartphone OEMs in the world has seen unprecedented success since its inception in 2013. The company is known for launching just two devices every year since 2016. Fresh reports claim that it may now be looking to expand its lineup of products. A senior OnePlus executive has said in an interview to an Italian publication and confirmed that while the company may not launch a foldable smartphone this year, it may release a smart television soon. Alongside the smart TV, It is also planning products in the automotive and PC market for the future.
OnePlus’ Plans For The Future
The senior executive at OnePlus, said there are many reasons for the company not to invest in a foldable smartphone just yet. The reasons cited are not providing any additional functionality than a regular handset; and the cost of the current foldable smartphones, which are known to be considerably expensive. According to him, the prospect of developing a smart TV is something the company is looking forward to. The executive further claims there has been no significant innovation in the space for around 20 years, which OnePlus is planning to tackle with their product. The final product from the company may not feature a remote control as it is developing an Artificial Intelligence (AI) to take its place. Interestingly, the idea of a smart TV developed by OnePlus isn’t new and the plans for it were announced a while ago.
Furthermore, OnePlus is not stopping at smart TVs, or ‘Smart Displays’ as the senior executive calls them. The company is also developing products in the automotive sector. While creating a car is too complex according to the executive, development in the software side of things is being looked into. Also in the pipeline are products for a smart office, which includes the PC and cloud space, to allow for seamless connectivity. Unfortunately, no information on when to expect the aforementioned products have been provided. However, given an official confirmation, they are expected to be announced starting later this year.
Samsung on Monday launched a range of smart televisions for the Indian market. These new devices are manufactured locally and vary in sizes from 32 inches to 82 inches. While these are not the first range of smart TVs by the company to be available in India, they are claimed to have some industry-first features. All the new products have been launched in a new range called ‘Unbox Magic Series’.
Samsung Smart TVs
The newest members of Samsung’s smart TV lineup are claimed to offer superior colours, details and contrast levels. Among the plethora of features these devices share, the first one is a personal computer mode. This lets the user utilise the televisions as a computer, using popular services such as making word or powerpoint files through the cloud. An option of mirroring one’s laptop with the TV without any internet connection is also provided. The second feature utilizes several visual elements which are highlighted while playing music from certain applications.
One more feature of the new Samsung smart televisions is the ability to create local cloud storage. With the USB drive attached to the TV, users can back up their media wirelessly, without an internet connection. This is expected to save storage space in the smartphone as the data is automatically backed up whenever the mobile device is in close proximity to the TV. Other features of the smart TV include a live casting feature, which will help share media over the internet in real time; and a simultaneous two way syncing between the TV and the mobile device. Also included is the company’s Smart Hub, which curates content across different sources and displays them on the screen.
While Samsung has announced smart televisions with the aforementioned features, more details about the devices are still awaited. It is expected to be made available starting April 11 via the major online and offline retailers. The 32 inch TV will be available at a price of Rs 24,900 and the prices of other models will be announced soon.
Xiaomi launched its new 32 inch smart LED TV in India, which is the Mi LED TV 4A Pro. It was announced at the Redmi Note 7 launch event held in New Delhi on February 28. Xiaomi claims that it is India’s smartest Android TV so far, and that it brings exciting features to the table. The company also launched the Redmi Note 7,Redmi Note 7 Pro and the Mi Bluetooth Wireless Earphones at the event.
Features
The Mi LED TV sports an Ultra-bright HD ready display, which promises vivid colours and enhanced brightness. The display is paired with 20W (10W x 2) stereo speakers with dts-HD support, which deliver a powerful sound experience. The LED TV has thin bezels giving it an elegant appearance. It also has inbuilt PatchWall to personalize content by curating shows and movies for the user.
Xiaomi claims that the Mi LED TV 4A has more than 7,00,000+ hours of content available. All this content is available across streaming services like Hotstar, Voot, TVF and Sony LIV, which are preloaded on the Mi LED TV. It also features inbuilt Play Store Chromecast and the Google Voice Assistant for hands free operation. The TV runs on PatchWall and Android TV OS.
The Smart TV has a powerful 64-bit Quad Core processor to minimize system lag. Furthermore, Mi LED TV has 1GB RAM and 8GB of inbuilt storage. Multiple connectivity options such as HDMI, USB 2.0, AV and a 3.5 mm audio jack are available on the television. Wireless connectivity support includes Bluetooth v4.2 and Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz).
Xiaomi manufactures a wide variety of products including electronics, smartphones, and clothing. The company started selling TVs last year, which like other Xiaomi products, were very aggressively priced. Recently, Xiaomi has launched a 75-inch smart TV which is part of their Mi TV 4S series. The TV has a 4K display panel and it makes use of premium materials like aluminium, unlike the plastic on previous models.
Features And Design
The Mi TV 4S 75 inch stands at a height of 1026 mm and weighs 23.5 kg without the base stand. The essential electronic components are placed on the bottom while the top is very thin and sleek. The front of the MI TV 4S has negligible bezels with an aluminium build. The 75-inch display has a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels and a viewing angle of 178 degrees. The display has a refresh rate of 60 Hz which provides a smooth viewing experience. The smart TV has 2 GB of RAM and 8 GB of inbuilt storage. The Mi TV 4S 75 inch has a quad-core Cortex A53 CPU and Mali 450 GPU. For connectivity, the TV has Bluetooth, Infrared and dual-band (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz) Wi-Fi.
In terms of ports, the TV has 3 HDMI ports, one AV-in port, two USB ports, one ethernet port, and an S/PDIF audio output jack. The Mi TV 4S can play a wide variety of video formats including AVI, FLV, and MP4. The smart TV operates on 195W of power and has two side-firing 8W speakers with Dolby support.
The Mi TV 4S 75-inch has multiple built-in Xiaomi apps like TV Butler, game center, calendar, and app store with which the user can download a lot of other useful apps. It also has PatchWall artificial intelligence speech system to control it via voice commands.
The Mi TV 4S 75-inch is currently available only in China but is expected to soon launch in India. In China, it has a price tag of 7999 Yuan which roughly translates to Rs 81,200 as per the current exchange rates.
Thomson has sent out an invitation for the launch of a new TV in India on the 12th of April. The company might partner with either Amazon or Flipkart to sell these smart televisions. Thomson has a history of 120 years in television making. In fact, the company sold a record number of televisions in India in the 90s. Though the company has enjoyed success in the Indian market in the past, companies like Xiaomi and its Mi TV 4 have now set the benchmark for affordable smart TVs in India.
The company has a comprehensive series of smart televisions in Europe. The company currently sells A3, A4, A5, A6, B3, B6 and C64 series of smart televisions in Europe with a starting price of 195 Euros. As of now, there is no information about the products that might launch in India. Considering the market competition, the company is most likely to launch a couple of 4K smart televisions. Whether these will be affordable or premium priced TVs, we don’t know yet.
Xiaomi recently launched the Xiaomi Mi TV 4 with 4K HDR display in India for a price of Rs 39,999. Additionally, the company also launched the Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 32 inch and 53 inch for a price of Rs 13,999 and Rs 22,999 respectively. These smart televisions have disrupted the television market, by offering such features at a very affordable price. Similarly, Vu has also launched three new 4K LED television in India exclusively on Flipkart. The Vu televisions run on stock Android TV UI.
Though Xiaomi Mi TV 4 offers great value for money. However, they are doomed by their own flash sale strategy, where it is very difficult to buy them. If Thomson can launch a smart television at a competitive pricing, the company can start off its second innings like a pro.
The smart TV space in India is getting more exciting. All this started when Xiaomi launched the most affordable Xioami Mi TV 4 with 50 inch 4K display. The smart TV had best in class features with a slim form factor. Kodak has officially launched the Kodak 50 inch 4K smart TV in India for Rs 34,999. The smart TV comes with a 50 inch Samsung made LED panel with 60 Hz refresh rate for blur-free picture quality. The TV is exclusively available on Flipkart.
Avneet Singh Marwah, Director, SPPL said:
We are delighted in announcing the newest addition to our 4K product family. Through the KODAK 4K 50UHDX Smart TV, we are looking to provide our customers a superior viewing experience at an affordable price point. Our customers deserve the best of the advancing technology and we strive to achieve excellence at every step.
Mi TV 4
Specifications of Kodak 50 inch 4K smart TV
The TV is has a 50 inch 3840 x 2160 px LED display with HDR 10 capability. Under the hood, the television is powered by 1.4GHz ARM-Cortex Dual-core chipset with 1GB RAM and 8GB onboard storage. The television runs on the customised version of Android 5 Lollipop with support for screencasting.
The Kodak 50 inch 4K television offer a maximum brightness of 500 nits with 178 degrees viewing angle. In terms of connectivity, the television offers 3 HDMI port, 2 USB ports and single Ethernet port. The television comes with the pre-installed apps like YouTube, Netflix, and Hotstar.
Conclusion
At least on paper, the Kodak 50 inch 4K television seems like a right competitor for the Xiaomi Mi TV 4. Though it has a comparatively smaller display, the difference in the price tag should justify it.
Just like smartphones, televisions have evolved from CRT to Plasma to LED to Quantum DOT. Presently, televisions with Quantum DOT display are on an expensive side and most of the consumers are looking for an LED TV, which offers a great value for money.
Xiaomi recently launched the Xiaomi Mi TV 4 in India for Rs 39,999. The television comes with a 55 inch UHD 4K LED display with 4K resolution and HDR 10 capability. Similarly, Vu has also launched a new Vu Android TV for Rs 36,999. The television comes with a 43 inch UHD 4K LED display.
Features
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4 has a 55 inch backlit LED display with UHD 4K resolution. Similarly, the Vu TV comes with 43 inch display with the same 4K UHD display. The Mi TV 4 is HDR 10 compatible, which is an advantage over the Vu’s offering. However, if you are looking for a high-resolution display with a smaller screen size, then you would like the Vu TV 43 inch.
The Vu TV 43 inch runs on Android TV OS based on Android 7 Nougat. However, the Xiaomi Mi TV 4 runs on PatchWall UI, based on Android 6 Marshmallow. Choosing between these OS should be as simple as choosing between custom and stock Android smartphones. The Vu TV comes with Google play store and natively supports YouTube, Netflix, and Amazon Prime. However, though the Mi TV 4 has an option for sideloading APK’s none of them actually worked on our review unit. The Vu TV also comes with ActivVoice Line, which is the Vu’s term for voice control, which is missing on the Xiaomi’s counterpart. However, unlike Xiaomi Mi TV 4, there is no smart analogue and digital TV integration.
Xiaomi launched the Mi TV 4 on the 14th of February, which has been critically acclaimed across India. Similarly, the company has launched the Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 32 inch and 43 inch India for the price of Rs 13,999 and Rs 22,999 respectively. The Mi TV 4A will be available on Flipkart, Mi.com and Mi Home from the 13th of March. To tackle the cumbersome nature of flash sales, there will be two sales every week on Tuesday and Friday.
Mi TV 4A 32 inch Specifications
The television has a 32 inch HD 1366 × 768px display with 178-degree viewing angle. However, the 43 inch variant has a 1920 x 1080 px resolution.
The Mi TV 4A is also the most affordable smart television. The television powered by Amlogic chipset with 1GB RAM and 8GB storage. This is a modern television, which runs on the AI-powered PatchWall OS based on Android. The PatchWall OS is an intuitive UI, which offers movies and shows recommendation based on AI.
Under the hood, the Television is powered by the 64-Bit Amlogic L962 Quad-core chipset. As for connectivity, the television has Wi-Fi ac 802.11 a/b/g/n, three HDMI ports, two USB ports, AV in, Ethernet port, and S/PDIF audio output (only in 43 inch variant). There is also the new Xiaomi remote for controlling the TV. However, unlike the Mi TV 4, this remote only has infrared connectivity.
Xiaomi launched yet another smart TV in China. This time the company has launched the Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 40 inch with FHD 1920 x 1080px resolution LCD display. The features and specifications are similar to the 43 inch model. Additionally, the TV also supports voice control.
The voice control is the one feature that differentiates the Mi TV 4A 40 inch from the other Mi TVs. The TV can be controlled using the remote, which has a built-in microphone. It accepts commands like “shut down after five minutes” or “fast-forward the movie by 9 minutes 9 seconds” etc.
Pricing and availability
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 40 inch is priced at CNY 1699 (Rs 17,500). Interestingly, the TV will be available in China from next week in a typical Xiaomi “flash sale” mode.
Mi Bluetooth Remote
Specifications
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4C 40 inch has a Full HD 1920 x 1080px LCD display. Under the hood, the TV is powered by Amlogic Quad-core chipset with 1GB RAM and 8GB storage. In fact, this is the same chipset that is used in the Xiaomi Mi TV 4, which launched in India for Rs 39,999.
The smart TV has a selective set of ports, including a dual HDMI port, AV ports, analogue signal DTMB, and an ethernet port. Similarly, the TV also supports Bluetooth 4.2 LE and dual-channel Wifi.
The TV is based on Android TV OS with the custom PatchWall User interface. The PatchWall is a unique user interface, which displays curated shows based on the user’s interest. Similarly, the company has partnered with the online streaming service providers to offer free content.
Conclusion
This is a bang for your buck smart TV with a price tag of Rs 17,500. However, there is no confirmation if the voice command feature will trickle down to Xiaomi’s other markets like India. In fact, Xiaomi is expected to launch the Mi TV 4C or the Mi TV 4A in India with a similar set of specifications on 7th of March. But, whether the voice command feature will make its way to the TV is yet to be seen.
Xiaomi India launched the Xiaomi MI TV 4 in India for a price tag of Rs 39,999. The smart TV had a great set of features, including 4K display, support for HDR and a smart TV functionality. Similarly, the company might launch the Mi TV 4C in India, for a price tag of Rs 27,999. Flipkart has started teasing a new Xiaomi product with a hast tag #SwitchToSmart. Similar to the Mi TV 4, the Mi TV 4C is expected to go on flash sale via Flipkart.
The company is expected to launch Mi TV 4 variations on 7th March. In fact, the company might launch two variants of Mi TV 4 with a 43 inch and a 32inch display. As per the new listing on the Xiaomi India website, the Xiaomi Mi TV 4C with a 43 inch display will be priced at Rs 27,999. Though the pricing is very competitive, the value for money proposition will be questioned, especially when compared to the Mi TV 4.
A previous leak claimed that the Mi TV 4C 43 inch will be priced at Rs 21,999 and the 32 inch will retail for Rs 12,999.
Specifications
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4C will have a 43 inch 1920 x 1080px IPS LCD display with HDR 10 capability. Under the hood, the TV is powered by Amlogic Quad-core chipset with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. Similarly, we might see a model with 2GB RAM and 8GB storage, which will be priced at Rs 21,999.
However, do note that the Mi TV 4 came with 2GB RAM and 8GB storage and the Mi TV 4C listing says 3GB RAM and 32GB storage.
The smart TV will also support dual-band Wifi b/g/n/ac with Bluetooth 4.2. In terms of audio capability, the TV will support Dolby audio with DTS HD surround sound.
Xiaomi India launched the Mi TV 4 in India on the 14th of February at a price of Rs. 39999. Similarly, the company is all set to launch more affordable smart TVs in India on 7th March. Xiaomi India has created an event page on Mi.com for the 7th of March. Manu Jain has also started teasing a new product launch on Twitter using the hashtag #SwitchToSmart. According to the page, the event will be live streamed at 3 PM IST.
As per our previous report, the company is expected to launch the Mi TV 4A 32 inch and 43 inch in India. These smart TVs are expected to retail at Rs 12,999 and Rs 21,999, respectively. In fact, these TVs were officially listed on Mi.com for a while.
Features of Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 32 inch
This will be the most affordable smart TV from the company, which is expected to retail for Rs 12,999. As mentioned above, the TV will have a 32 inch display with 1366 × 768px resolution. Under the hood, the TV will be powered by Amlogic Quad-core chipset with 1GB RAM and 4GB storage.
The TV will be powered by the custom PatchWall OS based on Android. The TV will support all the standard connectivity ports like Dual HDMI port, USB type-A port, and a normal 3 Pin connector. As this is a smart TV, it will also support WiFi wireless network. However, the 32 inch model does not support Bluetooth.
Patchwall AI allows for better content curation
Features of Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 43 inch
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4A is expected to retail for Rs 21,999. The television comes with 1920 x 1080px LCD panel. Under the hood, the TV will be powered by the same Amlogic Quad-core processor with 2GB RAM and 8GB storage. Similarly, the 43 inch model will offer premium features like HDR 10 capability and support for Bluetooth.
The 43 inch model will have a similar selection of ports as of the 32 inch variant with an additional USB port. This TV will also run on the Xiaomi’s custom PatchWall OS with content from Hungama and Voot. Similarly, the company will include more streaming services in the near future.
Samsung is known for its signature TVs with the OLED panel. However, the company is slowly shifting towards the Quantum Dot technology. In fact, the company announced a couple of Smart TVs based on QLED technology at CES 2018. On March 7th, 2018, the company is expected to launch few more models of mainstream TVs using Quantum Dot technology.
Samsung is all set to launch the next generation Smart TV series in New York at the American Stock Exchange in Manhattan. The company is expected to launch 8K resolution smart TVs. In fact, Samsung showcased a TV with 8K resolution at CES 2018.
Features of 2018 QLED Samsung TVs
A report from Korea stated that the 2018 QLED TVs features will be centred on the Bixby. The TVs will be AI driven based on Samsung’s SmartThings technology. The Bixby will be used for the effortless content discovery and sharing. However, we are yet to see the implementation of Bixby on a TV platform.
Conclusion
The Samsung 2018 QLED TV series will showcase the power of the smart TV with an AI-enabled operating system. However, these TVs will be priced at a premium price tag.
Update: Xiaomi India has removed the listings from the website.
Xiaomi India is expected to launch the Xiaomi Mi TV 4A in India in the next few days. The company might launch the 32 inch and 43 inch version of the TV in India. Subsequently, the prices of these TVs have also been leaked online. In fact, the televisions are expected to look like the Xiaomi Mi TV 4.
According to the listing found on the Xiaomi, the 32 inch model is priced at Rs 12,999 and the 43 inch model is priced at Rs 21,999 respectively. However, nothing can be said with 100% surety as of now.
Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 32 inch
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 32 inch has a 13366 x 768px LCD screen. The panel offers up to 3000:1 contrast ratio. Similar to the Mi TV 4, the TV runs on custom PatchOS based on Android OS powered by Amlogic 1.5 GHz Quad-core chipset with 1GB RAM and 4GB storage. The TV does support WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, dual HDMI port and a USB 2.0 port. However, do note that this specific model does not have Bluetooth connectivity. So, one cannot use Mi smart remote.
Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 43 inch
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 43 inch has a Full HD 1980 x 1080 px LG panel with 178-degree viewing angle. Similarly, the TV is powered by Amlogic Quad-core processor with 2GB RAM and 8GB Storage. The TV is powered by Xiaomi’s custom PatchOS based on Android OS. The 43 inch model gets Bluetooth support, which will be missing in the 32 inch model. In fact, this TV has all the smart features like the original Mi TV 4.
Features
Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 32 inch
Xiaomi Mi TV 4A 43 inch
Display
1366 × 768px LCD Display with 3000:1 contrast ratio
Xiaomi’s Mi TV 4 is one of the best smart TV that one can get for the budget of Rs 40,000. However, the 55-inch size with 4K resolution is not everyone’s cup of tea. In fact, the 55 inch TV from Xiaomi is too much for an average Indian house. To bridge this gap, the company might launch a new TV with 42 inch screen size with 1o80p resolution. Similarly, the TV is likely to be called as Xiaomi Mi TV 4 Lite.
The Xiaomi Mi TV 4 Lite will have all the features of the Original model with a smaller footprint. The TV will have a 1080p panel, which will be similar most of the TVs. Not only that, it will have all the smart TV functionalities as well.
In terms of pricing, the Xiaomi Mi TV 4 Lite is expected to be priced around Rs 20,000 price mark. If they can launch a smart TV the price tag similar to the speculated one, then this will be a blockbuster.
With several television brands in the country trying to cash in on the big screen market, Xiaomi has finally launched their Mi TV 4 in India. The LED panel is Xiaomi’s first entrant into the market of television displays in the country but not the last. The television goes on sale on the 22nd of February at an aggressive price of Rs. 39999. This price point allows Xiaomi to capture a market that traditionally chose smaller displays for a better feature set. But, is the Xiaomi TV worth the money? Let’s find out!
Design and Build
The Mi TV 4 has a brilliant design with minimal use of materials. The panel is left mostly bare and is strengthened by a single sheet of brushed steel backing to Add support to the otherwise flimsy screen. At the thinnest point, the television is only 4.9mm thin. While the television does widen out at the bottom where most of the electronics are housed. The stand is also made out of solid metal and is extremely sturdy, with it the television weighs in at 17.8 Kilogram. Without the stand at a comfortable 17.2 KG, the television is easily wall mountable using the 400 x 200 mm bracket at the back. The wall mount is not included.
Stand
Wall Mounting screws
Design wise the television has a pleasing look. The TV is mostly black in colour with no real flashy materials and a subtle Mi logo at the bottom front. This allows the TV to fit into the best of living spaces. There is no doubt that most wouldn’t mind installing this TV in their homes.
The MI TV Supports HDR10
The Panel
The Mi Tv 4 uses a premium range 54.6 inch Samsung VA panel. It has a static contrast ratio of 6000:1 and a viewing angle of 178º (vertical and horizontal). The Panel boasts a 85% NTSC colour gamut which is more than its sRGB sibling, however not as wide as the P3 colour gamut now becoming popular. With a 3820 x 2160 px resolution, the panel boasts a solid pixel density of 80 ppi considering its 54.6 inch display size. The screen offers a 60Hz refresh rate (vertical frequency) and does also support HDR. This makes the Mi TV 4 a unique proposition at the price point it sells at.
The Smart TV
The Mi TV 4 runs Android TV with a MIUI TV skin and a Patchwall interface. This allows for Xiaomi to display content for viewers in a unique way. The included IR controller allows the TV to also natively control your Set Top boxes. Interestingly, almost all Set-Top box providers of the country are already supported.
Patchwall AI Allows For Better Content Curation
The Patchwall interface uses AI (according to Xiaomi) to display your content in easy to view boxes on the Home screen. What is also great is that the Mi TV 4 can display content not only from the streaming services but from your Set Top Box as well. So , if there is a show that you may want to watch, it will display the current run duration of the show and also the reaming time, so that you can decide whether you want to catch it now or wait for the Re-run.
Content-wise at the moment the MI TV 4 only supports content from Hungama Play, and does not presently support streaming apps like Spuul, Netflix or Prime Video. Because it is a Android TV based television we were able to Side-load the play store and Netflix on the TV, both of which did not run properly on the television.
IR Transmitter for Set Top Box
The Remote
Xiaomi is said to be working with providers like Netflix and Prime Video to get those apps fully available on the Mi TV 4 and that may happen soon.
Display Performance and Gaming Capability
The display despite being an EDGE LED lit panel has really good local dimming, and control over black levels. The colour reproduction is vivid and accurate, being based on the NTSC color gamut the TV supports a wide 85% range. You will truly enjoy the HDR experience on the TV if you can manage to get your hands on a device which will allow you to score some HDR content on this display. We used an Apple TV 4th Gen with 4k HDR and it works flawlessly. The television also supports Amazon’s Fire stick with 4K and HDR along with PS4 pro with HDR. Users can also easily connect and use traditional PS4 consoles or regular 1080p streaming or casting devices like Chromecast.
The Panel supports HDR10 and plays back Dolby Vision content. However, does not support the full range of Dolby vision. According to Xiaomi, if there is enough content and demand the company will enable Dolby-Vision on the panel, and it should co-incide with the enabling of apps like Netflix which stream Dolby Vision content. The display performance especially in HDR, with how much it enhances the viewing experience is truly impressive. The Mi TV 4 also has 3 HDMI 2.0 ports which means that you are future ready to plug in HDR capable devices into the unit.
Due to the 60hz refresh rate and an 8ms response time, it also makes for a good Gaming TV. But, definitely not something seasoned gamers will enjoy. There is an input lag of 38ms according to our testing.
However, for simply plugging in your PlayStation (especially Pro with HDR outputs) or connecting it to a gaming rig, the TV can add a giant screen experience to an otherwise dull gaming environment.
Conclusion
The Mi TV 4 is exactly what India needs to bring down the crazy prices of the TV market. The Mi TV 4 shows that quality panels can be manufactured at really user affordable prices and that they can perform equally well. Expect this TV to sell out quickly, and aggressively in every flash sale that the company holds. Once enough televisions are out there, streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video will have no option but to get on board.
With such a demand for this TV, also come a lot of questions.
FAQ
Does the Mi TV 4 run on Android?
Yes, the Mi LED Smart TV 4 runs on MIUI TV with a Patchwall AI interface which is based on Android TV. Patchwall is different from a standard Android TV UI and is definitely much more intuitive. It has features such as endless scroll and single page content display.
What is the Refresh Rate of the TV?
The refresh rate of the Mi LED Smart TV 4 is 60Hz.
What Streaming Services does the Television support?
Right now, the TV supports Hungama Play and YouTube (though a browser). Xiaomi has confirmed that it is working on bringing more content providers on board.
Does the Television support downloaded Apps?
No, you do not need to download any apps. Xiaomi has said that it will push out consistent updates and that users don’t have to manually update the TV. The TV will automatically get updated as long as it is connected to the internet. If and when Xiaomi adds Netflix, a new update will automatically add it to the list and you can simply just log in.
How thin is the Mi LED TV 4?
At its thinnest, the Mi LED TV 4 is only 4.9mm thick (or thin).
Does the Television work with Bluetooth Headphones?
The Mi TV 4 has Bluetooth 4.2, hence, it works with Bluetooth headphones and Bluetooth speakers. However, there is no headphone jack on the TV. It also works with Bluetooth receivers.
Does the Mi TV 4 come with a Soundbar?
The Mi TV 4 in China and certain other markets was launched with a sound bar. However, the Soundbar will be sold separately at a later date in India.
What is the Input Lag of the Mi TV 4?
The input lag of the TV is 38ms while the response time is 8ms.
Does the Mi LED TV 4 Support Sideloaded apps?
You can sideload apps, however, they are not working right now. Maybe the support will come in a future update. We tried installing Netflix and Google Play store, which did install, but, did not work.
Warning: Sideloading apps like Google Play services at this moment breaks the functionality of the TV.
The Mi LED TV sports an Ultra-bright HD ready display, which promises vivid colours and enhanced brightness. The display is paired with 20W (10W x 2) stereo speakers with dts-HD support, which deliver a powerful sound experience. The LED TV has thin bezels giving it an elegant appearance. It also has inbuilt PatchWall to personalize content by curating shows and movies for the user. 
Xiaomi claims that the Mi LED TV 4A has more than 7,00,000+ hours of content available. All this content is available across streaming services like Hotstar, Voot, TVF and Sony LIV, which are preloaded on the Mi LED TV. It also features inbuilt Play Store Chromecast and the Google Voice Assistant for hands free operation. The TV runs on PatchWall and Android TV OS.
The Smart TV has a powerful 64-bit Quad Core processor to minimize system lag. Furthermore, Mi LED TV has 1GB RAM and 8GB of inbuilt storage. Multiple connectivity options such as HDMI, USB 2.0, AV and a 3.5 mm audio jack are available on the television. Wireless connectivity support includes Bluetooth v4.2 and Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz). 
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