Internet will be available on new TV set
A new TV set which offers people the chance to view 14 Internet channels directly through their television has launched.
In total there will be 14 Internet channels available on iViewer, including BBC iPlayer, Jamie Oliver’s Ministry of Food and YouTube.
The iViewer, from from British firm Cello, has built-in Internet access, and requires a broadband or wifi connection in order to view net channels.
It will be sold exclusively in Marks and Spencer stores until March 1st 2010.
The set has taken a year to develop, said Brian Palmer, owner of Cello Electronics.
A delay in the delivery of an essential chip manufactured in the US set back the software writing process by four months.
The LCD sets are available in 26in and 32in models (priced £399 and £499 respectively) and are designed to be upgraded remotely by Cello when BBC iPlayer starts broadcasting in HD.
Source: Nomensa