OnLive-capable Vizio Co-Star now up for pre-order
The Vizio Co-Star Stream Player, the box that turns any old HDTV into a "smart" TV, is now available for pre-order. The device will add advanced internet features (via WiFi) to any HDTV with HDMI input. Said features include Google TV, Netflix, YouTube and, most relevant to readers of Joystiq, OnLive support – making the Co-Star the first Google TV device with integrated OnLive, according to Vizio.
Pre-orders are now open at $99 with free shipping for a "limited time."
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ONLINE PRE-ORDERS OPEN TODAY FOR HIGHLY ANTICIPATED
VIZIO CO-STAR™ STREAM PLAYER WITH GOOGLE TV™ FOR $99.99, SOLD EXCLUSIVELY ON VIZIO.COM
Free-Shipping Offer Available for a Limited Time
WHAT: VIZIO, America's #1 LCD HDTV Company1, announced today pre-order availability of its highly anticipated stream player, the VIZIO Co-Star™ with Google TV™. Consumers can now visit VIZIO.com to pre-order the Co-Star for $99.99 (US) and take advantage of the limited-time offer of free shipping.
The VIZIO Co-Star turns any HDTV into the ultimate smart TV.2 With 1080p and 3D support; Co-Star offers the distinct advantage of connecting to a cable or satellite box. This feature allows viewers to enjoy full screen web browsing with Adobe® Flash® Player and HTML 5, access to entertainment apps such as the OnLive® Game Service, Netflix®, YouTube® and more3 without switching inputs or remotes thanks to the universal touchpad remote with keyboard.
The VIZIO Co-Star is the first stream player to offer video games on demand. Through OnLive,® users can demo, watch and play hundreds of top-tier video games directly from the "cloud," eliminating the need for an independent game console. In addition, the VIZIO Co-Star offers popular apps such as Amazon Instant Video, YouTube®, iHeartRadio and more – all available for download through the Google Play Store.
WHEN: Online pre-order opens on July 24, 2012 at www.vizio.com/costar. The VIZIO Co-Star stream player will be available exclusively on VIZIO.com for $99.99 (US), with an introductory free-shipping offer, while supplies last.
To pre-order visit: www.vizio.com/costar
1 IHS iSuppli Corporation Research Q2 2012 Market Tracker Report of Q1 2012.
2 Compatible with high definition televisions with HDMI connectivity.
3 High-speed/Broadband Internet service and access equipment are required, and not provided by
VIZIO. Additional fees and/or subscriptions required for certain content and services. VIZIO makes no warranties, representations, or assurances of any kind as to the content, availability, or functionality of third party content or services.
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