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Polaroid might be a name that many of us are familiar with, especially with the older generation when it comes to instant photos, but times have certainly changed. Polaroid has managed to navigate through the tricky waters of evolution, and are diving into more than instant digital cameras, but have also started to roll out their very own take of a smart TV as well. In fact, the company has begun to ship Chromecast built-in Smart TVs recently.

The Polaroid range of 4K UHD LED connected TVs are available for purchase via Evine (evine.com), and all of them will sport Chromecast built-in. This particular move allows consumers to have an affordable option when it comes to streaming their favorite content in stunning ultra-high definition, while the range is also able to stream content from popular entertainment, music and movie apps. The presence of a built-in decoder will also enable users to stream in 4K UHD, now how about that when it comes to versatility in entertainment?

Scott W. Hardy, Polaroid President and CEO, shared, “We’re excited to be working closely with Google to bring our first 4K UHD connected TV line to consumers. By teaming up with a company such as Google, we are able to offer consumers the latest in TV technology so they can easily share and enjoy their favorite content, and more importantly, deliver tremendous value to those looking to upgrade to a higher-resolution.”

Your eyeballs will be treated to four times the resolution of a full HD TV (3840 x 2160), as the Polaroid Smart TV delivers fluidity of motion, 120hz refresh rates and exceptional clarity with more than 8 million pixels. HDMI inputs featuring HDMI 2.0 deliver optimal digital video and audio performance using a solitary cable. The upgraded bezel design as well as contemporary TV stand lets the 4K UHD connected TV range fit in perfectly regardless of the home theater system or décor around your pad.

Available in sizes of 43”, 49”, 55”, 65” and 75”, with an asking price that ranges from $499 to $1,999, why not get your new Polaroid Smart TV today?

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[ Polaroid begins to ship Chromecast built-in Smart TVs copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Grace Digital is no stranger when it comes to devices that offer music playback in a myriad of ways. There was the SiriusXM Sound Station in the past, and this time around, a new milestone has been achieved in the form of the Mondo+ , which is touted to be the first internet radio in the world that comes with built-in Chromecast. How cool is that? The Mondo+ basically brings together the functionality of internet radio, an advanced alarm clock, UPnP media player, and Chromecast built-in for audio, which ought to elevate it to an all-in-one radio which users are unable to live without.

With the ability to support the slew of Chromecast audio services, in addition to on-board internet radio services, one will now be able to control the audio streaming onto a Mondo+ through a Google Home device. That ought to make life a whole lot easier and more convenient when it comes to enjoying your favorite tunes.

Integrated Chromecast means one will be able to stream music/tunes/podcasts/playlists to the Mondo+ from over 100 music apps, and doing so is as simple as tapping the Cast button on your favorite Chromecast-enabled apps — regardless of whether the app runs on a compatible smartphone, tablet or laptop. Some of the supported apps include Pandora, Spotify, Slacker radio, Google Play Music, iHeartRadio, NPR, and Tunein, among others.

There is also a multi-room audio feature which enables users to group one or more Mondo+ radios using any Chromecast built-in audio device, in addition to streaming to one or all devices simultaneously. Those who actually own Google Home devices are able to control Chromecast-enabled apps so that they can play, pause, and skip on their Mondo+ with nothing more than the voice command “Ok Google”. The Mondo+ comes equipped with an easy-to-read 3.5-inch color display as well, letting you check out playlists, stations and album art at a glance. Expect the Grace Digital Mondo+ to retail for $199 a pop as it ships later this April.

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[ Grace Digital reveals the Mondo+ internet radio copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]