VideoWave

The VideoWave was a television sold by Bose from 2010 until 2015. It consisted of a 46-inch LCD television with an enlarged Bose wave radio attached to its rear surface. Also included was a Lifestyle control center that allowed for connection of additional sources, an Apple iPod docking station, as well as AM/FM radio.[1][2]

It was claimed that high-frequency aiming of sound (termed "PhaseGuide" by Bose) simulates surround sound[3] and that aiming the six speakers in opposite directions reduces vibration.[4] Shown to the press on September 28, 2010, it went on sale on October 14, 2010.[5] A microphone was included to help tune the system for the room acoustics (termed "AdaptiQ" by Bose), much like many home theatre receivers.[6] The VideoWave was judged to have good audio quality, video quality and features, but was criticized for costing more than an equivalent traditional setup (i.e., using an AV receiver and surround sound speakers).[7]

The final version of the television, the Videowave III, was sold from 2013 until 2015.[8]

References
  1. "The Bose VideoWave Is A Little Much Even For Bose". www.techcrunch.com. 29 September 2010. Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  2. "Bose debuts VideoWave all-in-one TV surround system". www.cnet.com. Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  3. "Bose Unveils Stereo LCD Television". www.businessweek.com. Archived from the original on 3 January 2012.
  4. Bulkeley, William M. (28 September 2010). "Pricey Bose TV Promises Theater Sound, No External Speakers". Wall Street Journal. Archived from the original on 28 October 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  5. "Bose VideoWave hands-on preview". www.digitaltrends.com. Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  6. "Bose Announces Two Soundbar Systems". www.techcrunch.com. 26 September 2011. Archived from the original on 4 August 2020. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
  7. "Bose Videowave first look". www.choice.com.au. Archived from the original on 2 January 2012.
  8. "VideoWave III entertainment system". www.bose.com. Archived from the original on 4 July 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2019.
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