The biggest downside, besides the lack of YouTube and iTunes, is that, unlike Apple TV, it lacks the built-in ability to wirelessly stream video to the TV from mobile devices.
Meanwhile it is very interesting to think how the Internet of Things - that is, devices and objects with built-in connectivity - can link to our ability to use applications and exchange information socially.
The latest attempt--a joint venture with Sony--produced a sleek model with a built-in camera and the ability to combine text, graphics, photos and audio clips, but Ericsson has lost market share.
The HMX-U20's and HMX-U15's built-in, swing-out style USB connection gives users the ability to forego having to always carry a separate USB cable to connect and upload footage to a computer.
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To enhance the user's sharing capabilities when away from family and friends, the S9500 offers a built-in GPS function to provide the user the ability to log their travels and share where they have been.
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With either a built-in 500GB or 1TB hard drive, users have the ability to record continuously for approximately 30 days or even longer when using the motion detection settings.
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Providing users with the ability to specify alternatives to the default built-in apps would go a considerable way towards making iOS a more open platform.
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Another impressive feature is the unit's reported ability to play back DVDs via the built-in optical drive (while in park, obviously), or you can hookup the forthcoming Wii or PlayStation 3 to the dual video inputs fpr keeping you and your co-riders entertained should you hit a traffic jam (or LA stoplight).
Boxee TV is a set top box with a built in antennae to capture over-the-air TV signals as well as the ability to stream video from the internet such as from Netflix and YouTube, which is owned by Google.
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Nor does it have the ability to talk to a phone carrier's high-speed wireless networks built in.
Previously known as Advanced AppMode, Pioneer's AppRadio Mode provides users the ability to access and control dozens of compatible smartphone apps through the units' built-in touchscreen displays.
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That said, the handset hasn't shed its predecessor's built-in media connectivity, given that an MHL connection with any compatible TV will trigger the same app carousel and ability to mirror content.
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