LG confirms launch of seven new Google TV models

PanARMENIAN.Net - After hinting in a Japanese press release that it'll out a bevy of new Google TV offerings in 2013, LG has firmed up the details, saying it'll launch seven new models at CES next January, Engadget reports.

Those include 42-, 57-, 50-, 55- and 60-inch models from the upcoming GA6400 series, along with 47- and 55-inch Cinema Screen panels included in the new GA7900 series. All the screens will ship with a redesigned Magic Qwerty Remote, which uses a full keyboard along with "natural language recognition" via a built-in microphone, together with built-in Google search functions, that'll allow users to find "broadcast TV or internet content with only one vocal command," according to LG.

Other features include the OnLive gaming platform app, a home dashboard to display other apps and content, LG's PrimeTime Quick Guide for browsing TV shows or movies, and a full browser.

There's no word yet about pricing or availability.