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Vizio-speakers

CoA-CES-2014-bugVizio is showing off a number of new Bluetooth speakers at CES in Las Vegas this week, and they’re not your average Bluetooth speakers. They come with Android-powered tablets built-in, allowing you to play music and watch movies using all your favorite apps without the need for a second device.

I woke up this morning to find my credit card billed for my VIZIO Co-Star preorder. Previously, my order was in processing limbo, but now it looks like VIZIO might be ready to start shipping its $99 Google TV set-top box. I immediately checked my order online at the VIZIO store and was disappointed to find that it still said “Processing,” but I’m going to remain optimistic and hope to see that change to “Shipped” within the next day or two.

For those of you who pre-ordered VIZIO’s $99 Google TV set-top box, today’s the original estimated shipping day. I have the feeling we’re not going to see any units actually ship out today, so we’re recommending you use this time to learn all about your new device before it ever hits your doorstep.

VIZIO’s crack at a Google TV set top box has gone up for pre-order. The $99 Co-Star looks to be hit with its compact design, easy set up and list of features, including:

  • Smart TV Platforms: Google TV
  • App Store: Google Play, Access to Thousands of apps
  • Web Browser: Chrome Web Browser with Adobe Flash Player
  • WiFi: Yes, 802.11n/g/b
  • Ethernet: 10/100Mbps
  • Bluetooth: Yes
  • Network Multimedia: PlayPointâ„¢ app lets you access media on DLNA-enabled network devices
  • Resolution Supported: 720p, 1080i, 1080p
  • 3D Support: Yes
  • Video Playback: H.264, MP4, MKV
  • Music Playback: MP3, AAC, WMA
  • Audio Features: Up to 5.1 channels of surround sound pass-through


Google TV is everywhere this year at CES, and while I prefer having it integrated into my TV, there are still a number of viable set-top box options, including the VIZIO VAP430 stream player. Announced today by VIZIO and Google, the VAP430 uses WiFi and HDMI to connect your TV to a number of services, including Google TV.