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Philips Introduces One of the First 24” Kitchen Android TV™ withthe Google Assistant Built-in at CES 2019LAS VEGAS, January 7, 2019 – Funai Corporation, Inc. today introduced the Philips 24”
Kitchen Android TV with the Google Assistant built-in. The CES 2019 Innovation Awards Smart
Home Honoree will be on display at the Funai pavilion in the Renaissance Hotel, Las Vegas,
January 8-11, 2019.
The Philips 24” Kitchen Android TV with the Google Assistant is one of the first-of-its-classtelevisions designed for the heart of every home — the kitchen. The Android TV platform pairedwith the integrated far-field, echo-cancelling microphone gives users voice-activated access tothe Google Assistant so there’s no need to touch the remote control. Users can instantly gain
hands-free access to their favorite recipes, online videos, streaming apps, music playlists, local
TV programming, and smart devices.
With the power of voice, users can simply say “Hey Google” to instantly gain access to a handsfree entertainment or assistance. The Google Assistant provides let’s users control thetelevision by voice without the need of a remote. You can also search for your favorite
entertainment across popular streaming applications. Users can turn the TV into a personal
sous chef by using the Google Assistant to go through saved recipes step-by-step, and repeat
steps when told.
Hands tied while cooking or eating? Users can also plan their day by checking traffic and theweather or link the system to favorite online retailers to easily order items from ingredients tohousehold supplies. Want peace of mind? Kitchen Android TV can be used to control existingsmart-home devices including lighting, alarm systems, surveillance cameras, and more.
"The Philips Kitchen Android TV provides a unique experience that combines smart functionality,
the convenience of the Google Assistant, and leading dynamic, high-quality audio and video
technology into a compact design that complements any kitchen décor," said Youssef Ibrahim,Sr. Product Marketing Manager, Funai Corporation, Inc.. "From legacy OTA broadcasting, topopular OTT streaming applications, and the future of voice control, this product is designed tobe the perfect kitchen companion."
Funai engineers were inspired by the trends within home furnishings and kitchen décor,incorporating a minimalistic white bezel surrounding the LCD panel and woven gray mesh cloth
covering the powerful dual-speakers that double as the TV stand. Not only does the TV perform
well, it also blends perfectly into any kitchen space or décor. The Kitchen Android TV runs
Android 8.0 software and is designed with two HDMI ports, dual 8 watt integrated speakers andHD display technology.

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“The Philips 24” Kitchen Android TV is one of the first to market a small screen Android TV
device with an integrated far-field microphone,” said Shalini Govil-Pai, Senior Director ofProduct Management for Android TV. “Situated between smart displays and large screen
devices, the new device showcases the powerful capabilities of the Google Assistant in thekitchen.”
The Philips Kitchen Android TV will be on display in the Innovation Awards Showcase at theupcoming 2019 CES and CES Unveiled or at the Funai pavilion in the Renaissance Hotel, Las
Vegas.
About Funai Corporation, Inc.
Funai Corporation, Inc., located at Rutherford, NJ, is a subsidiary of Funai Electric Co., Ltd. andis the exclusive licensee for Philips and Magnavox consumer televisions and home video
products in North America. Funai Electric Co., Ltd., established in 1961, is headquartered inOsaka, Japan and is listed in the Tokyo Securities Exchange First Section (6839). In addition tothe consumer electronic product brands sold by Funai Corporation and the products sold byother Funai sales and marketing companies in Asia, Europe, and South America, Funai ElectricCompany, Ltd. is a major original equipment manufacturer (OEM) supplier for appliance,
consumer electronics, computer, and computer peripheral companies at a global level.
###Google, Android and Android TV are trademarks of Google LLC.
All trademarks and copyrights are the property of the respective owners.

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