Samsung’s The Frame smart TV (approximately $1,598 on Amazon) merges the appearance of a picture frame with a television, allowing it to showcase artwork on the wall while in standby mode, instead of just being a large black screen like many smart TVs. However, The Frame has always been merely an average performer, particularly in terms of specifications.
Improvements with The Frame Pro
This is exactly what The Frame Pro intends to enhance: Samsung is finally introducing mini-LED lighting to this lineup. However, these mini-LEDs are situated only along the bottom edge, unlike Samsung’s Neo QLED Smart TVs, where they are placed behind the entire screen. Consequently, The Frame Pro is expected to have significantly fewer dimming zones compared to a standard mini-LED TV. Nonetheless, the brightness and contrast will still gain advantages from the mini-LED technology.
New Features for Enhanced Experience
The new model will come with a boosted refresh rate of 144 Hz and a wireless One Connect Box. Users can link devices like a PlayStation 5 to this box through HDMI, allowing them to stream the video feed wirelessly to The Frame Pro. This means they only need to connect a power cable to the TV itself. The box should function effectively from as far as 10 metres (32.8 feet) away, even with obstacles present.
Smart Remote with AI Capabilities
The Frame Pro’s remote includes a special AI button that enables users to gather various information, like identifying actors on screen at the moment and finding out where a scene was filmed. There are also other AI features: For example, Samsung Food can identify dishes and provide recipes, while Live Translate can automatically change subtitles into a chosen language.
Samsung’s innovations continue to push the boundaries of what a smart TV can achieve, blending practicality with creativity.
