Samsung launches The Freestyle projector in Brazil
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Focused on Generations Y and Z, The Freestyle is the new bet of Samsung for the portable display market, but the device can easily be described as an entertainment center, as it offers the same experience as a smart TV.
In addition to the operating system Tizen 2022 (the same as found on smart TVs from Samsung), the device can also be used as a 360º speaker with personal assistants. The company also prepared a promotion for the first buyers, check it out right now.
The Freestyle is a portable smart TV
With a weight of only 830 grams and a protective cover that facilitates transport, the The Freestyle It's ready for all kinds of occasions.
Despite not having a native internal battery, those who buy the portable projector can use the USB-C input to attach a 20.000 mAh powerbank so that it works in places without a socket. But the power cord present in The Freestyle can also be used for the same purpose.
An accessory that allows the coupling of an external battery was announced internationally by the company, but there is still no forecast that the novelty will reach the Brazilian market. In any case, nothing prevents you from enjoying a screen of up to 100 inches with Full HD quality (1920×1080). Check the distance between the device and the projection surface according to the desired screen size:
- 800 centimeters: 30 inches;
- 1,5m: 55 inches;
- 1,70m: 65 inches;
- 2,0m: 75 inches.
- 2,70m: 100 inches.
In addition to being used to stream video streaming content through applications such as YouTube, Netflix, balloon play and others that are available within the Smart Hub entertainment center, the entertainment center can be used in activities that do not require much focus.
There are three ambient modes that display: pre-made phrases, an image of a window that simulates the sunset and also a kaleidoscope effect. We can't forget about the support for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 6 networks for video, music or any other content consumption.
It is possible to send the image being transmitted on a smartphone Galaxy through the functionality Tap View, but if your device is from another brand, just use the mirroring functionality available on The Freestyle.
You can connect your notebook and have meetings or presentations with The Freestyle, anywhere, via wireless transmission or micro HDMI cable.
Guilherme Campos, Senior Manager of TV and AV at Samsung Brazil, explaining that The Freestyle can work as a second screen
360º sound for everyone in the environment
In moments of relaxation with friends or even when they are alone, the company claims that the delivery of sound from The Freestyle is made for all people who are in the same environment.
This is possible not only for the 5W powered sound system with support for standard Dolby Digital Plus, but also for the way its audio output was designed, which distributes the sound throughout the device's surroundings.
Thais Meglior, product manager for TVs at Samsung Brazil, says that it is very easy to control the The Freestyle even without hands, using the Alexa or the assistant Bixby from Samsung. In addition, the model has a remote control that can be recharged via USB-C input, eliminating the need for batteries).
Music apps like Spotify and Deezer also run smoothly on the device, so just connect your account to enjoy your playlists. In our first tests, the sound delivery was surprising.
Price and availability
O The Freestyle will be available for sale at the beginning of May for the suggested price of R$ 6.999, through the official website of Samsung, but from today you can make your register to buy the device with a 5% discount.
In addition to the discount, buyers who register for pre-purchase will also receive the transport case and a sound tower MX-T55 from Samsung with power of 500 W and bi-directional sound.
Although colored caps are used in the entertainment center's publicity campaign, the accessories, along with the socket outlet and external battery, will not be sold in Brazil at this first moment. We will update this story as information becomes available.
Technical specifications
| Córdoba | The Freestyle |
| Brand | Samsung |
| screen sizes | 30 ″, 55 ″, 65 ″, 75 ″ and 100 ″ |
| panel technology | LED |
| panel resolution | FHD (1920 × 1080) |
| Processor | crystal engine |
| connections and inputs | 1x micro HDMI 1x USB-C |
| image resources | Tap View sound wall Remote access Automatic calibration according to wall color |
| Special Features | Smartphone to TV – Mirroring via DLNA Environment Mode Adaptive Sound Connection with Smart TVs Connecting to SmartThings ecosystem instant connection Digital Clear Image subtitle display |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.2 |
| audio resources | Dolby Digital Plus, 5W |
| speaker type | 2.2.2 channels |
| Operational system | Tizen |
| Voice commands | yes |
| Virtual Assistants | Alexa and Bixby |
| Price | R$6.999 |
| Availability in Brazil | Pre-sale from April 18, 2022 |
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You can check all the details and usage of The Freestyle on our special product tour.
Source: Newsroom
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