Amazon Unveils New Fire TV Lineup with Omni QLED Model
▼ Summary
– Amazon announced new Fire TVs including Omni QLED, 4-series, and 2-series models, all available for preorder with shipping next month.
– These TVs feature omnisense presence detection that wakes the TV when someone enters the room and allows Alexa Plus voice control without a remote.
– Alexa Plus offers personalized suggestions and can find specific movie scenes based on user queries for a smarter big-screen experience.
– The new QLED model is 60% brighter than previous versions, starts at $479.99 for 50-inch, and has nearly double the local dimming zones.
– The Fire TV 4 starts at $329.99 in multiple sizes, while the Fire TV 2 is the budget option starting at $159.99 for the 32-inch version.
Amazon has just revealed its latest collection of Fire TV models, headlined by a new Omni QLED television that promises significant upgrades in brightness and smart functionality. The entire lineup, which also includes new entries in the Fire TV 4-Series and 2-Series, is available for preorder immediately and is scheduled to begin shipping to customers next month. A standout feature across these new displays is Omnisense presence detection, a system that automatically wakes the television the moment you enter the room.
Beyond simply turning on, these TVs integrate deeply with Alexa Plus, Amazon’s more advanced voice assistant. This integration allows for a completely remote-free experience for many commands. The company states that Alexa Plus offers a more intelligent and personalized interaction on the big screen, capable of making viewing recommendations based on your preferences and even locating particular scenes inside a movie through a simple spoken request.
The new Omni QLED model represents a major step forward in performance. Amazon claims it delivers a picture that is 60 percent brighter than its predecessors in the Omni QLED line. Pricing starts at $479.99 for the 50-inch variant and scales up to a 75-inch screen. Furthermore, the television boasts “nearly double” the number of local dimming zones compared to earlier models, a specification that will vary based on the screen size you choose.
For those seeking a balance of features and value, the Fire TV 4-Series will be available in 43-inch, 50-inch, and 55-inch sizes, with a starting price of $329.99. The most budget-friendly option is the Fire TV 2-Series, which begins at just $159.99 for the 32-inch model; a 40-inch version will also be sold. While Amazon’s Fire TV operating system is licensed to numerous other TV brands, the Omni series remains Amazon’s own flagship product, distinguished by its premium design, superior technical specifications, and correspondingly higher cost. This launch continues the momentum from last year’s introduction of Amazon’s first Mini LED Fire TV, a clear signal of the company’s ambition to capture the attention of serious movie enthusiasts and dedicated gamers. That model featured as many as 1,344 dimming zones, a 144Hz refresh rate for incredibly smooth motion, and a peak brightness capable of reaching 1,400 nits.
(Source: The Verge)
