We are not sure what number of of you happen to possess both a Galaxy S II and a Samsung Smart TV but, in case you do, you will likely desire to download Smart View from the Android market. Like now — do not be disturbed, we’ll wait. This convenient app permits you to stream content out of your set for your smartphone over WiFi, and may also be used as a controller for games from the Samsung app store. Unfortunately, you’re limited to either mirroring the content shown at the TV or watching an optional second stream from a Sammy-branded Blu-ray player but, hey, no less than you will not must miss a single second of Game of Thrones simply because that box of Cheez-Its keeps whispering your name. Like all good TV-connected app, Smart View could also act as a remote with a program guide and the power to switch channels, or even more functionality is promised for the long run. Eventually, it’ll make its thanks to Galaxy Player, Galaxy S, and Galaxy Tab owners but, whilst you wait, take a look at the gallery and PR below.
SEOUL–(Korea Newswire) June 2, 2011 — Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today launched the Samsung “Smart View” application that allows users to view images from a Samsung Smart TV or other input device right on their mobile devices.
Available now for the Samsung GALAXY S II, the free Smart View application displays Smart TV images right onto mobile devices via wireless Ethernet-whether consumers are enjoying cable broadcast programs or content from a Blu-ray player, camcorder, set-top box or other input device.
Moreover, users can browse any currently installed Smart TV applications from their mobile devices, bringing much more functionality and convenience to the Samsung Apps experience.
Since last April, when Samsung launched “Samsung Remote”-a simple-to-use application to deliver general handheld remote control functions while also supporting Smart TV’s special features-the corporate has all over again strengthened convergence between Smart TV and mobile devices through this latest Smart View app offering.
Samsung has consistently brought movies, TV programs, music and other desired content stored on DLNA-certified devices resembling PCs, cellphones and cameras to the massive TV screens-and is now extending this function by mirroring images back to mobile devices through this new application.
The Smart View app for mobile devices also enables mobile viewing from across the home. With just one Smart TV, a member of the family can watch one TV program within the lounge, while another member of the family enjoys either an identical content-or movies played by the lounge Blu-ray player-from the relaxation of the bedroom while leaning back with a Samsung smart phone or tablet.
“Samsung Smart TV is leading the “smart revolution” not just with the features of Smart TV itself-reminiscent of rich content, 2D and 3D picture quality, smart functions and design-but additionally with input devices using our Qwerty smart handheld remote control, the Samsung Remote app, and now with Smart View,” said Kyungsik Kevin Lee, Vice chairman, Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “The distinctive functionality of Samsung Smart TVs will continue to deliver the best TV watching experience to consumers-enabling them to actually enjoy a wiser life.”
Samsung will continue to update the Samsung Smart View application with various handheld remote control functions, optimally designed for Smart TV, to guarantee customers use the original features of Smart TV in increasingly convenient ways. A “Channel List” option, which lets users search program information and alter channels on their mobile devices, may be added going forward.
The Samsung Smart View is now available within the Android Marketplace for Samsung Smart TV D7000, D8000, and D9500 series, in addition the GALAXY S II, and may be available for the GALAXY player (YP-GB70) in July, including the GALAXY S and GALAXY Tab later this year.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a worldwide leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2010 consolidated sales of US$135.8 billion. Employing approximately 190,500 people in 206 offices across 68 countries, the corporate includes eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as some of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a number one producer of digital TVs, semiconductor chips, cellphones and TFT-LCDs. For additional information, please visit www.samsung.com.
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