LG reportedly launching webOS-powered smart TV at CES

After acquiring the defunct operating system from HP last February, LG looks to use the webOS platform for a new smart television. The Verge reports that the webOS-powered TV will make its debut at CES in January and will feature a Cards interface, similar to Apple, Microsoft, and Google mobile user interfaces.

The TV is also rumoured to be powered by a 2.2GHz dual-core processor, 1.5GB RAM, and apps based on the webOS’ Enyo framework.

Samsung 2014 smart TVs to support single-finger gestures

Samsung is moving away from the gimmicks of gesture control and seems to want make it more useful for users. The Korean tech giant aims to integrate single-finger gesture support for next year’s line of smart TVs. For example, you can return to a previous screen or stop a video by motioning your finger counterclockwise. Next year’s Samsung TVs will also feature improved voice control capabilities, like just mentioning the channel number to switch channels.

Source: Samsung Tomorrow

The Pro's and Con's of: buying a "Smart TV"

If any of you follow my technological meanderings, you'll know I also write about technology for Toronto-based Notable.ca, the website run by - and made for - young professionals. Last week I posted about my time using a monstrous 80" Smart TV from Sharp and it had me thinking: rather than regurgitating my work, site to site, why not take some of my posts on other sites and turn them into something creative here? So I am. Starting today, I am going to write a quick, easy to use, pros and cons post focused on emerging and innovative technologies that I get to spend time with.  Something you can use as a cheat sheet; print it out and take with you the next time you're shopping for said product. 

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Video: A look at Samsung's Smart TV

HDTVs that are connected to the Internet, that can stream content via video services, can play games and even run apps like Twitter and Facebook while you watch your shows are now available thanks to Samsung's Smart TV. Check out the video from last week's Samsung showcase.