Pros: Inexpensive 4K device. No need for an external media player. XOGO Player installs easily from the Amazon App Store. Doubles as an entertainment hub!
Cons: Not built to be powered on 24/7 like most commercial displays. Lacks features like HDR that some commercial displays have. However, it’s a great option for small businesses or budget-conscious users.
Cost: $300-750 USD
A smart TV is one that can connect to the Internet, generally in order to stream content from apps like Netflix or HBO. They have an internal computer called an SOC (system-on-a-chip), and typically connect to an app store where applications like XOGO Player can be downloaded for free. Smart TVs are fantastic for digital signage, for a number of reasons.
Since it was first released in 2014, Amazon's Fire Stick media player has been a low-cost way to stream content like Netflix, YouTube and HBO on any screen that has an HDMI input. The Fire Stick is easy to set up and connect to WiFi, and it comes with a free remote control. Fortunately for XOGO customers, the device can also be used as a powerful, affordable digital signage player.
In the past two years, manufacturers around the world have begun building Internet-connected smart TVs that run on the Android operating system and even more recently, Amazon has partnered with Toshiba, Insignia and Best Buy in order to offer Fire TV-powered televisions. These devices make it easy to watch your favorite movies and shows, check social media feeds and play video games. But they also make incredible digital signs!
