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Amazon's TV Blends Art & AI, Costs $1099
9 Jun
Summary
- The Ember Artline TV doubles as a display for AI-generated art.
- It features a 'Match the Room' function to complement decor.
- The 65-inch model is priced affordably at $1,099.
Amazon has launched the Ember Artline, a new line of televisions that function as art displays, aiming for mass adoption with a $1,099 price point for the 65-inch model. These TVs can be mounted flush against a wall and offer features like matching artwork colors to room decor and generating AI art through Alexa+.
The Ember Artline boasts a svelte design and provides access to over 2,000 free art images, surpassing competitors in free content. It also includes a unique 'moving artwork' functionality and a 'Match the Room' feature that uses AI to create art fitting the room's color scheme. The Omnisense feature attempts to conserve power by turning off the display when no one is present.
While praised for its aesthetic and art-centric features, the Ember Artline's QLED display technology is noted as somewhat outdated, with contrast issues compared to higher-end models like the Samsung Frame Pro. Its gaming performance is also limited by a 60Hz refresh rate. Despite these limitations, its blend of art, AI capabilities, and affordability makes it a compelling option for those prioritizing decor integration over cutting-edge display performance.
