Geekzone: technology news, blogs, forums
Guest
Welcome Guest.
You haven't logged in yet. If you don't have an account you can register now.


Forums › Gadgets, robotics, home automation, electronics (including wearables) › Smart TV with Skype


107 posts

Master Geek


Topic # 123509 10-Jul-2013 08:42
Send private message

Hi All,

A bit of a reach I think this will be, but will see how you lot are.

I have this TV model Samsung LA46c750r2m, a friend gave me a TV Camera for it. As I wanted to use it for Skype. I have a smart tv and thought this would work on it. But a quick google around, I think the tvis not as smart as I first thought it was.

Can I get Skype on my Tv is the main question, its plugged in and the light comes on but I dont have any Skype app on it.

Create new topic
2572 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 306

Trusted

  Reply # 852146 10-Jul-2013 08:51
Send private message

If it's not a smart tv you could try using this: Logitech Skype Camera for TV.




Sony

 

--

 

NZ TechBlog | A bit about me | Follow me on Twitter | My Geekzone blog



107 posts

Master Geek


  Reply # 852154 10-Jul-2013 08:56
Send private message

Cool, ok I will take a look at it. $180 the cheapest I can find it so far.

Shame the Samsung one doesnt work on mine as a make gave it me, at it retails at $160.

 
 
 
 




107 posts

Master Geek


  Reply # 853407 10-Jul-2013 15:55
Send private message

Going to give Samsung a call tonight and see if I can upgrade my Samsung App to the Smart Hub, a guy at JB Hifi said they could help...worth a try at least.

1324 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 155


  Reply # 853681 11-Jul-2013 08:28
Send private message

sonyxperiageek: If it's not a smart tv you could try using this: Logitech Skype Camera for TV.


I got one for my parents and they use it a fair amount.




Software Engineer

 



107 posts

Master Geek


  Reply # 853682 11-Jul-2013 08:32
Send private message

What model Samsung, I assume this will work on any?

2572 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 306

Trusted

  Reply # 853741 11-Jul-2013 10:40
Send private message

It will work on any TV with an HDMI input.




Sony

 

--

 

NZ TechBlog | A bit about me | Follow me on Twitter | My Geekzone blog

1324 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 155


  Reply # 853797 11-Jul-2013 12:12
Send private message

TG09: What model Samsung, I assume this will work on any?


I think that theirs is a 40" Samsung but I do not know what model.   Basically as already pointed out it just plugs into the HDMI connector and shows up as another device.  It connects to Skype via WiFi (can't remember if it also supports a physical network connection).

The device also comes with a small remote control for navigating the Skype menu.




Software Engineer

 

BDFL - Memuneh
62676 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 13354

Administrator
Trusted
Geekzone
Lifetime subscriber

  Reply # 853798 11-Jul-2013 12:18
Send private message

Posted the Logitech TV Cam HD review a couple of weeks ago here on Geekzone.




Backblaze cloud backup (personal and business) | Geekzone broadband switch | Amazon (Geekzone aff) | MightyApe (Geekzone aff) | 

 

My technology disclosure | Business Transformation | Enterprise Content Management | Customer Relationship Management | Sharesies investment fund

2572 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 306

Trusted

  Reply # 853838 11-Jul-2013 13:26
Send private message

TwoSeven:
TG09: What model Samsung, I assume this will work on any?


I think that theirs is a 40" Samsung but I do not know what model.   Basically as already pointed out it just plugs into the HDMI connector and shows up as another device.  It connects to Skype via WiFi (can't remember if it also supports a physical network connection).

The device also comes with a small remote control for navigating the Skype menu.





Yes it also has an ethernet port for ethernet connection and if the TV is off the camera will still ring to tell you if there is an incoming call.




Sony

 

--

 

NZ TechBlog | A bit about me | Follow me on Twitter | My Geekzone blog



107 posts

Master Geek


  Reply # 853844 11-Jul-2013 13:31
Send private message

Awesome ok I will take a look at it

3267 posts

Uber Geek
+1 received by user: 77

Trusted

  Reply # 854129 11-Jul-2013 22:31
Send private message

TG09: Hi All,

A bit of a reach I think this will be, but will see how you lot are.

I have this TV model Samsung LA46c750r2m, a friend gave me a TV Camera for it. As I wanted to use it for Skype. I have a smart tv and thought this would work on it. But a quick google around, I think the tvis not as smart as I first thought it was.

Can I get Skype on my Tv is the main question, its plugged in and the light comes on but I dont have any Skype app on it.


http://www.aakash.com.sg/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=shop.flypage&product_id=451&category_id=143&manufacturer_id=0&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=39
This model does not support Skype.




You can never have enough Volvos!



107 posts

Master Geek


  Reply # 854198 12-Jul-2013 09:04
Send private message

Yep, oh well. I also checked by ringing up Samsung to see if you can do a firmware upgrade.  Nope was the answer.
Cheers everyone.

Create new topic


Donate via Givealittle


Twitter »

Follow us to receive Twitter updates when new discussions are posted in our forums:



Follow us to receive Twitter updates when news items and blogs are posted in our frontpage:



Follow us to receive Twitter updates when tech item prices are listed in our price comparison site:





News »

Amazon introduces new Kindle with adjustable front light
Posted 21-Mar-2019 20:14

A call from the companies providing internet access for the great majority of New Zealanders, to the companies with the greatest influence over social media content
Posted 19-Mar-2019 15:21

Two e-scooter companies selected for Wellington trial
Posted 15-Mar-2019 17:33

GeForce GTX 1660 available now
Posted 15-Mar-2019 08:47

Artificial Intelligence to double the rate of innovation in New Zealand by 2021
Posted 13-Mar-2019 14:47

LG demonstrates smart home concepts at LG InnoFest
Posted 13-Mar-2019 14:45

New Zealanders buying more expensive smartphones
Posted 11-Mar-2019 09:52

2degrees Offers Amazon Prime Video to Broadband Customers
Posted 8-Mar-2019 14:10

D-Link ANZ launches D-Fend AC2600 Wi-Fi Router Protected by McAfee
Posted 7-Mar-2019 11:09

Slingshot commissions celebrities to design new modems
Posted 5-Mar-2019 08:58

Symantec Annual Threat Report reveals more ambitious, destructive and stealthy attacks
Posted 28-Feb-2019 10:14

FUJIFILM launches high performing X-T30
Posted 28-Feb-2019 09:40

Netflix is killing content piracy says research
Posted 28-Feb-2019 09:33

Trend Micro finds shifting threats require kiwis to rethink security priorities
Posted 28-Feb-2019 09:27

Mainfreight uses Spark IoT Asset Tracking service
Posted 28-Feb-2019 09:25


Geekzone Live »

Try automatic live updates from Geekzone directly in your browser, without refreshing the page, with Geekzone Live now.


Support Geekzone »

Our community of supporters help make Geekzone possible. Click the button below to join them.

Support Geezone on PressPatron


Updates »

Are you subscribed to our RSS feed? You can download the latest headlines and summaries from our stories directly to your computer or smartphone by using a feed reader.

Alternatively, you can receive a daily email with Geekzone updates.