I want to do web browsing on my larger TV screen. Can I go to ANY website by putting in the address or search word or does it limit search abilities?
1651232
I have no problems doing so. But it seems to be slower than my computer. They make small platform computers that have a remote that would probably be faster but more expensive.
1651233
You should pretty much be able to go to any website that Chrome for Android can browse. But, I would echo Barry Gadsey's opinion that it can be a little bit on the slow side. But, I do like it.
2272805
I have tried to surf the web under Windows 7, but it is not working for me. Not sure under Windows 8.
1620369
There is a Mode 'button' instead of dial. You hit the button and then you can scroll through P, TV, AV, M, B, etc...
1843484
Yes, I can scroll both ways...sometimes it's the website so try it in a few places.
12410
Any normal Internet browser can be used, such as Firefox, and it can be used to surf the internet for any site, as normal. Just select the "Full Site" option.
700926
No. You can browse the internet, but in a very limited fashion. No touchscreen.
343578
you can browse from the tv but it is a little clumsy compared to a laptop computer. I plugged in a Logitech K400 and K700 keyboard into the USB ports on the side and they work pretty good with a few quirks.
1266818
No. It is not designed for browsing the internet. There's no way to use it as an internet portal. Instead I suggest connecting a laptop to your TV & amplifier. That's what I chose to do. It's much more flexible and doesn't have the limitations of other devices such as this Blu-Ray player.
746597
I've only tried to access content via Amazon, Netflix or other streaming sites and not the internet. I don't think you can access websites unless you use the TV as just a monitor and hook it up to your computer.
467010
The TV has WIFI compatability and should allow you to browse, however I have not used this feature. According to my conversation with Sony customer support the TV is equipped with the browser feature.
58280
Yes you can surf the web. My only gripe about it though is that it's generally pretty slow-going. Turning the t.v. into a 55" computer is pretty cool but just don't expect the same performance as your p.c. or laptop. Every now and then I'll miss an episode of a show I like and I'll watch it on the t.v. via the t.v. network's site instead of my laptop.
702380
I had to use the remote search feature. Using a comcast remote, you have to aim the remote right at the sensor on the left side of the tv
894838
I am satisfied with the parental controls. You can restrict the times that anyone is on, you can restrict by MAC address, by URL or keyword. I am restricting by all of these things actually. To my knowledge you can't restrict by category, say adult sites in general. However my children know that I can see every website that they visit so that is enough to keep them honest. If you enter enough keywords you can probably block particular categories, such as adult sites. Finally if you go to the ASUS website you can download the user manual and it will show you all of the controls you can work with. Hope this helps.
1011080
Because I have been upgraded to windows 8 I no-longer have the ability to see my "address bar" so I cannot send you a link that may answer your question, therefore I will include instructions on how I find answers to product questions. I open the search tool "Bing" and type in the product model number. I scan the resulting summaries until I find one that fits my criteria and then read the whole article to find my answer. Sorry I can't be of more help but MS has put me ad a real disadvantage with their latest upgrade.
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The TV has set websites(YouTube, pandora, etc) you can browse and it comes with a remote and you can navigate on a keyboard that comes up on the screen. It's a little time consuming depending on the length of what you are typing. You can also hook the tv up to a computer. I have not done that yet so I'm not sure how easy that is.
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I guess it depends on the application he's running and how close the screen items are. In the web browser, I often have to enlarge the page to be sure of tapping in the right place when there's a lot of links. Starting applications shouldn't be a problem, but the right side located power button requires a long firm press to turn the thing on and the menu/home buttons are opposite ends of a 1/2 inch or so long rocker button at the top right of the device. You might want to try it out in a store first.
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You can make Google your default search method. You can also make Chrome your default launcher instead of IE, which is what I've done. You could do the same with Firefox or something else you prefer. I'm still a newbie with this device, but I know this much for sure.