Manage updates with the Download AppSony NSZ-GT1 (Google TV)
Manufacturer: Sony Part number: NSZ-GT1/US
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- User reviews
- Specifications
- Manufacturer info
- Bottom Line:
- The Sony NSZ-GT1 combines Google TV and Blu-ray in a single box, but Sony's frustrating controller, the high price, and Google TV's content issues make it a tough sell.
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CNET editors' review
Sony NSZ-GT1 (Google TV) price range: $292.18 - $348.99
- Reviewed by: Matthew Moskovciak
- Edited by: David Katzmaier
- Reviewed on: 11/12/2010
- Released on: 10/25/2010
The good: Blu-ray player with built-in Google TV; revolutionary Google TV software enables potential access to virtually all online media, with a powerful interface; user interface overlays TV content from cable/satellite box; can control TV, AV receiver, and cable/satellite box with IR blasters; Google search bar looks through both online and offline content; built-in Chrome browser supports Flash and HTML5 video; Android Marketplace coming in 2011.
The bad: Frustrating controller handles neither Google TV or Blu-ray well; major content providers like Hulu, CBS, and ABC are currently blocking Google TV; user interface geared toward power users; Google's "universal" search doesn't search Netflix; antiquated Netflix interface; limited app selection at launch; expensive compared with other Wi-Fi Blu-ray players; doesn't work with older, non-HD TVs.
The bottom line: The Sony NSZ-GT1 combines Google TV and Blu-ray in a single box, but Sony's frustrating controller, the high price, and Google TV's content issues make it a tough sell.
User reviews
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Idiot TV turned to Intelligent Google TV
by devidasd on October 25, 2010
Pros: Sony?s Google TV box converted my idiot SAMSUNG TV into Intelligent TV. Remote works great. Changing channel, volume, mouse, typing works great. While browsing Channel +/- button works as Page up/Down!! Web browsing while watching TV works great.
Cons: No games yet and limited apps available. Can?t download any thing. Sony please provide me option to upload/download files. Most frustrating part was Youtube.com/leanback bookmark. Don?t select youtube.com/leanback. While browsing can?t go forward.
Summary: Once I took it out of box within 30 minutes I finished installation and started using it. In setup process it asks you to all the info and then does ...
Summary: Once I took it out of box within 30 minutes I finished installation and started using it. In setup process it asks you to all the info and then does software updates. Then you need enter all setup info again.
Remote works great. Changing channel, volume, mouse, typing works great. While browsing Channel +/- button works as Page up/Down!!
Web browsing while watching TV works great. If you open Excel attachment in gmail it uses google docs. Can?t download any thing. Sony please provide me option to upload/download files.
Performance and Speed is really good. As soon as I put DVD into blu ray disk, before I could reach my remote to change device DVD started playing on TV. Great feature Sony!!
Search is really nice. You can do it while watching TV.
Creating and Deleting bookmarks is simple. Created Bookmarks for all favorite channels and websites.
Cons: No games yet and very limited apps available. But I know they are on the way once android market opens up for Google TV.
Can?t download any thing. Sony please provide me option to upload/download files.
While browsing you can go back to previous site but can?t go forward. Sony please provide that feature. It?s an opportunity for App Developer to provide such user friendly feature.
Most frustrating part was Youtube.com/leanback bookmark. 1st time when I open youtube app, I selected Youtube leanback. The problem with leanback is it shows all crappy vides at the background when you open youtube app again. I don?t want to show such video?s to my kids. I tried to update that bookmark, but couldn?t do it. Tried to delete cookies of it but did not found anything. Deleted bookmark and recreated it but still it kept default setting as youtube leanback. After lot of frustration I restore factory setting and did all setup again. Recreated all bookmarks again. This time I made sure that I say ?No Thankyou? to youtube leanback. Don?t select youtube.com/leanback.
Summary: Sony and Google kept there promise. Apps market will bring revolution on TV platform.1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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The future of entertainment is here today. Woot!
by AllAroundIT on October 20, 2010
Pros: DVD playback (bluray), Adobe Flash Support, Remote Control, updates to include Hulu, etc... Android Marketplace in 2011!!
Cons: Only if you're scared of Google having this much more of your info should you be concerned. (But let's face it -- everyone else has it too, including MS, Apple, and Facebook.)
Summary: Love Love Love the device. Can see all TV delivered this way! This is the killer device.
Love the Google integration! Love the full internet! Love the ease of use.Summary: Love Love Love the device. Can see all TV delivered this way! This is the killer device.
Love the Google integration! Love the full internet! Love the ease of use.1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Don't waste your money
by hellchoi on October 18, 2010
Pros: Neat looking Remote & Blueray player all for $100 more than the Logitech Revue
Cons: Thumbs operation doesn't work well or at all, can't sync up to my RCN Tivo, Samsung TV and Pionner AVR.
Summary: What a wasted concept. I'd rather now get a Tivo Slide. I am happier hooking up my macbook to my tv and doing things that way. Returning the item ...
Summary: What a wasted concept. I'd rather now get a Tivo Slide. I am happier hooking up my macbook to my tv and doing things that way. Returning the item back to best buy today. This concept was not executed well at all and sony rushed it. You will see lots of negative posts on this product and believe me it is real. I had to do setup twice and the whole process is terrible wasted over 1hr on this crap.
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great all in one entertainment piece.
by 1Donkeypuncher on April 5, 2013
Pros: flexible with using the television or DVD.
Cons: Lack of firmware updating.
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Great All in one device
by ajaykumarp on January 10, 2012
Pros: 1. Android Honeycomb and Market access
2. Good Blu-ray player, but PS3 is better
3. You can root it and side load apps
4. Chrome browser is great
5. Love the keyboard (unlike most others)Cons: 1. Some websites are blocked for Google TV
2. Power hungry, when on.
3. Developer interest is not as much as I expected. -
It kinda works, I have no buyer's remorse.
by kpittendrigh on December 29, 2011
Pros: Ties everything together - almost. Would recommend it to anyone who does not have internet connectivity through their bluray or tv. Everybody seems to be selling it for 199. My kids like it.
Cons: Unclear if this will continue to be developed. Marketplace has been added but Flash is reporting this device as unsupported.
Summary: Learned more about it after I bought it. However initial setup is painless, it checks for and installs the update. I recommend using the ethernet port over the wifi connection.
Summary: Learned more about it after I bought it. However initial setup is painless, it checks for and installs the update. I recommend using the ethernet port over the wifi connection.
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this is close, but no cigar.
by another 1 bites the dust on October 15, 2011
Pros: great bluray player....
Cons: standard apps are not nearly robust enough, the remote -- keys to small and configuration misses the mark.
Summary: using wi-fi and google browser as a workaround to the content restrictions....which works for me. as it is out of the box it is not nearly robust enough to ...
Summary: using wi-fi and google browser as a workaround to the content restrictions....which works for me. as it is out of the box it is not nearly robust enough to warrant the retail price.
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cool but has flaws.
by BTParadox on September 30, 2011
Pros: easy access, setup, play, surf. great start.
Cons: content restrictions, facebook, hulu and other network sites. I can get used to the control but backlights would be nice. price for what it is today sux.
Summary: returning mine and waiting for later version/cheaper price.
Summary: returning mine and waiting for later version/cheaper price.
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I love the device
by uid_zero on July 22, 2011
Pros: It is fast, seemless, and smooth.
Cons: Needs Honeycomb and a marketplace. I would love to be able to stream off the googletv to my internal network, I'm sure government regulation would prevent me as a consumer from retransmitting the video that I would send to my TV to another computer or di
Summary: I love the device, it does most, and the keyboard works fine for me.
Summary: I love the device, it does most, and the keyboard works fine for me.
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HOOOAHHHH! Totally AWESOME! Best thing i ever bought.
by hanipasha on July 22, 2011
Pros: Got an awesome deal for $169 at Best Buy. It was an open box, who cares - so the box was taped up. Took less than 5 minutes to set up. Perfect for surfing - checking email - NETFLIX is just perfect. Imagine 100 episodes of Law n Order. And to search
Cons: I only wish Sony backlit the remote. Other than that, its totally off the hook. guys, remember this is not a computer. its a device that makes you access TV shows, movies, email, endless surfing. So who cares about uploading or downloading. use a lap
Summary: PERFECT. Simply perfect. i'm sure the price will drop come christmas time, but by then, a newer and faster model will be available. for now, every home entertainment center ...
Summary: PERFECT. Simply perfect. i'm sure the price will drop come christmas time, but by then, a newer and faster model will be available. for now, every home entertainment center should have one. i've stopped buying dvds and just switch on my google box. WELL WORTH THE MOOLAH. Thanks for reading.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: NSZ-GT1/US
- Description: The world's first and only HDTV powered by Google TV gives you easy access to more entertainment than ever. Navigate between websites and TV or enjoy both at the same time, on the same screen, with dual view. Experience television like never before. Now you can watch the game while tracking your fantasy team, tweet about the TV show you're watching, or update your Facebook status while viewing a movie.
General
- Component type Blu-ray disc player
- Form factor Tabletop
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 13 in x 9.8 in x 2.3 in
- Weight 5.3 lbs
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Connectivity Ethernet ,
Wi-Fi - Internet Streaming Services Google TV
- Home Network Media Sharing DLNA
- DLNA Yes
Blu-ray
- Media Type DVD+R DL,
DVD-R DL,
DVD+R,
BD-ROM,
CD-R,
DVD,
CD,
DVD+RW,
DVD-R,
DVD-RW,
CD-RW - BD profiles Profile 1.1 (Bonus View),
Profile 2.0 (BD-Live) - Built-in Audio Decoders Dolby Digital,
Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby TrueHD,
DTS decoder - Blu-ray playback modes Program play,
Resume play - Blu-ray repeat modes All,
Title - Upscaling Yes ( Up to 1080p )
- Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-4,
H.264 - Supported Digital Audio Standards LPCM,
MP3,
AAC Blu-ray Features
- TV screen saver Yes
- Additional features GIF playback ,
PNG playback,
Web Browser ,
Window Manager ,
Quick Search Box ,
Task Switcher ,
IP Network Update ,
Android OS ,
Android Apps ,
On/off timer ,
Sleep timer ,
8GB built-in storage ,
UPnP Client ,
Screen saver,
JPEG photo playback ,
Digital audio playback from USB devices ,
Digital photo playback from USB devices ,
24p True Cinema ,
Wi-Fi Ready,
Video playback from USB devices ,
Digital video noise reduction Audio System
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Digital Audio Format Dolby True HD digital output,
Dolby Digital output,
DTS digital output,
Dolby Digital Plus output - Additional Features USB host function,
Web browsing Connections
- Connector type 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear,
1 x Network ( RJ-45 ) - Rear,
1 x HDMI input ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear,
1 x HDMI output ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear,
1 x IR Blaster - Rear,
1 x USB 2.0 ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Front,
3 x USB 2.0 ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Rear
Remote Control
- Type Remote control
- Features QWERTY keyboard
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x HDMI cable - 5 ft
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
- Power AC 120 V
- Power Consumption Operational 43 Watt
- Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.9 Watt
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)
- Width 14.6 in
- Depth 14.6 in
- Height 4.7 in
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Sony
- Address:
16765 W. Bernardo Dr., San Diego, CA 92127 - Phone: 1-877-865-SONY
- Email: contact@sel.sony.com
- Fax: 941-768-7790
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