Is there a merit to buy a "smart TV" equipped with Fire TV?

From Yamada Denki

Yamada Holdings (Yamada) and Amazon announced the sale of the first Fire TV-equipped smart TV "FUNAI Fire TV smart TV" in Japan. With more and more ways to watch content such as smartphones and tablets, what are the benefits of introducing "smart TVs" at home? [Photo] "FUNAI Fire TV smart TV" that covers domestically distributed contents Smart TV means a TV that is connected to the Internet and allows you to watch various contents by streaming distribution. FUNAI Fire TV smart TV incorporates the function of media player "Fire TV", and you can watch content not only from Amazon Prime Video but also from abundant services such as YouTube, Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, ABEMA, DAZN. .. You can also play music on Amazon Music. Not only smart TV function but also terrestrial / BS / CS viewing is possible. You can also use the technology of "Miracast" for Android smartphones and "AirPlay" for iOS devices to project the contents of smartphones and tablets onto the big screen of smart TVs. Taking these factors into consideration, it is no exaggeration to say that it is compatible with most of the video content that can be viewed in Japan. It is difficult to watch such diverse contents on a smartphone or tablet alone. What I want to utilize in the FUNAI Fire TV smart TV is the voice recognition function by "Alexa". This product comes with a remote control, and like the "Fire TV" series sold by Amazon, you can intuitively operate "Alexa" with the "Alexa button" on the remote control. With the voice recognition function, you can search for content by title name, genre name, actor name, and operate videos, launch apps, play music, and switch HDMI input with just your voice. You can save the trouble of inputting. If you pair it with the corresponding "Amazon Echo", you can also operate the TV hands-free via Alexa. Another feature of the FUNAI Fire TV smart TV is the security function that utilizes Alexa. By linking with a compatible smart camera, you can check the visitors at the front door from the smart TV. It's very convenient to stay in front of the TV while watching sports that you don't want to leave your seat. However, many of these features mentioned above can be achieved by installing Fire TV on existing compatible TVs. Is there any merit in buying a smart TV? Some people think that. At present, it is difficult to answer whether it is better to buy a smart TV or install Fire TV or Apple TV in the existing TV, but smart TV has all the functions integrated. Therefore, it can be said that one advantage is that it saves the trouble of setup and support. In addition, FUNAI Fire TV smart TV is manufactured by domestic manufacturer FUNAI, so even if there is a failure, it is a reassuring factor that it can be handled in Japan. Also, there will be demand for those who want to replace their existing TVs. You can save yourself the trouble of buying a TV and a Fire TV or Apple TV separately. The FUNAI Fire TV smart TV will be available in 32-inch / 43-inch / 50-inch / 55-inch models, and will begin shipping from March 5 at Amazon, Yamada Electric stores, and EC sites. Considering the viewing environment for TV and video content in the future, it may be a good idea to consider purchasing.

Naoki Tsukamoto