Key Takeaways
1. TCL’s smart TVs (QM8K, QM7K, QM6K) will receive Dolby Atmos FlexConnect support via software update.
2. Dolby Atmos FlexConnect allows built-in speakers to connect with surround sound speakers placed anywhere in a room for optimal sound.
3. TCL introduces Z100 speakers, compatible with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, which can wirelessly connect to the supported smart TVs.
4. Users can pair up to four Z100 speakers and a Z100-SW subwoofer for a surround sound experience equivalent to a 7.1.2-channel setup.
5. The Z100 speakers will launch in China for ¥1,499 (around $210) with a worldwide release expected in summer 2025.
TCL recently made an announcement that certain smart TVs, like the QM8K, QM7K, and QM6K, will receive support for Dolby Atmos FlexConnect through a software update. This new feature enables the built-in speakers to connect with compatible surround sound speakers, which can be set up anywhere in a room and will automatically adjust for optimal sound.
Greater Flexibility in Setup
Unlike conventional surround sound systems, these speakers can be placed without strict positioning requirements. This feature provides home theater enthusiasts with increased flexibility, allowing them to begin with one or two speakers and gradually enhance their audio setup over time. To aid in this, TCL is introducing the Z100 speakers, which are compatible with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect and can wirelessly connect to the supported smart TVs. Users are able to pair up to four of these speakers and include a Z100-SW subwoofer that delivers 130 watts of power.
Specifications of the Z100 Speakers
Each TCL Z100 speaker comes with a woofer, a front-firing tweeter, and an up-firing driver. When combined, four Z100 speakers along with the TV’s built-in speakers can create a surround sound experience equivalent to a 7.1.2-channel setup. As Dolby Atmos FlexConnect is initially available only on TCL devices, it may take a few months before this adaptable surround sound feature is introduced on TVs from other brands.
The TCL Z100 speakers will first be available in China, with a price tag of ¥1,499 (approximately $210). A worldwide release is expected in the summer of 2025, however, specific pricing information or a confirmed launch date is yet to be disclosed at this time.
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