FAVI Entertainment Smart Stick/Keyboard

Posted November 14, 2013 by Joe Kershner in

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Price at time of Review: 4 GB Smart Stick $49.99; 8 GB Smart Stick $79.99; Wireless Keyboard $38.00

WHAT WE LIKED:

Smart Stick: Affordable upgrade to Smart TV, fully functional browser, supports SD cards, 1080P, media streaming Keyboard: Fully functional, laser pointer, compact, long lasting battery with power save mode, touch pad

WHAT WE DISLIKED:

Smart Stick: Requires 3rd party software for media streaming, doesn't allow direct network access Keyboard: No on/off button for laser

BOTTOM LINE:

If you're looking for the benefits of having a Smart TV but can't afford a new set, the FAVI Smart Stick is a quick and affordable solution. The FAVI Wireless Keyboard is a great addition to using the Smart Stick and should minimize browsing hassles instead of using the onboard keyboard.

by Joe Kershner

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Introduction

We have the Smart Stick and Wireless Keyboard from FAVI Entertainment for review today. FAVI Entertainment offers this as a solution for converting our existing HDTV into a “Smart TV.” It is designed to be an affordable device that connects to your wireless network and plugs into your existing TV (or any monitor that has an open HDMI port). The Smart Stick operates based on Android 4.0, and is lightweight and compact with no monthly subscriptions. Let’s find out how the Smart Stick can upgrade a TV to a “Smart TV,” and just how useful this gadget really is.

Before we get started, let’s get to know about FAVI Entertainment.

FAVI ENTERTAINMENT is a full service product design and development company specializing in projectors, mobile accessories, and digital media devices. Since 2006, we’ve developed over 120 consumer technology products under the FAVI brand.

Recent Achievements:

-2013 Inc 500 | 5000 Listed as one of the Fastest Growing Companies in the United States for the 3rd year in a row.

-2013 Edison Award winner for SmartStick

-2013 CNET names SmartStick keyboard its top pick in its Ultimate Home Theater Solutions

-2013 Home Theater Magazine names SmartStick Keyboard “Best keyboard/mouse remote for any media player”

-2012 PC Magazine awarded the FAVI android pocket projector its coveted “Best of CES”

Specialties:

Mobile Projector Technology, Mobile/Tablet Peripherals, Android UI / App Development, Digital Signage Solutions, Smart Television / Entertainment Systems, Hospitality Infotainment Systems, Connected Home