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Hello, and welcome to HORIZON.
Connected and Simple, this is the Next Generation interface.
HARDWARE: SET TOP BOX
First element : the Set Top Box.
It provides all the necessary plugs, including one USB connection on the front of the device.
The LED on the side notifies user of events like messages...
The Graphical User Interface is rendered on Cloud servers, and streamed through the internet to the Set Top Box.
HARDWARE: ACCESSORIES
REMOTE CONTROL
This remote is simplified, and provides only 4 navigation buttons : "Left", "Right", "OK", and "Back".
A numeric keypad and media control buttons are also included.
All of these buttons are backlit in the dark.
This remote also includes a scrolling wheel and a microphone.
It uses Bluetooth to connect with the Set Top Box.
KEYBOARD
The keyboard is also simplified: no key combinations.
Two buttons are included: Share and Search.
It uses Bluetooth to connect with the Set Top Box.
GAMEPAD
Equipped with standard buttons and a gyroscope, helping the users to get used to it.
A "Play" button has been added to allow direct access to the games.
It also uses Bluetooth to connect with the Set Top Box.
CAMERA
Able to provide High resolution images, and great sound (background noise cancelling microphone integrated).
Equipped with a depth sensor to allow Gesture Navigation, and more...
SOFTWARE
HORIZON is based on 4 key concepts, making it easy to use.
HORIZONTAL NAVIGATION
The elements displayed on screen have been reorganized to simplify the navigation,
happening horizontally, by using the "Left" and "Right" buttons of the Remote.
The navigation history is displayed vertically, to help the user locate himself in the menu system.
The user can scroll long texts by using the wheel of the Remote.
SEMANTIC NAVIGATION
Is it possible to navigate as we speak ?
Yes, with the Semantic Navigation built in HORIZON.
It helps the user to find contents, by grouping similar functions together, and making the menus more intuitive.
Each menu gives access to a narrowed number of commands, avoiding horizontal scrolling...
FOCUS ON TEXT
Use of graphical icons is limited in HORIZON.
Functions are illustrated with clear and short text, to make commands more intuitive.
Moreover, a special mode is included in HORIZON: SuperSearch.
This mode activates when text is typed on the keyboard.
Connected with the internet, this concept allows the user to
Communicate with friends, or find contents online.
UNIVERSAL INTERFACE
HORIZON can be easily operated on TVs, Computers or mobile devices...
It can be controlled with a Remote, a Mouse, Touch, or Gesture navigation.
The user can access all of his contents with the same interface on any device.
Once the Set Top Box is connected, the User discovers the main menu of HORIZON.
Menus fade out automatically after a certain period of inactivity.
The user can come back to the main menu at any time by extended pressing of the "Back" button.
HORIZON: Easy to use horizontal user interface, using semantics
and useable on any device.
The user learns only one interface, independant of the device he uses.
SERVICES
The objective of HORIZON is to provide an easy access to multiple services...
CLOUD STORAGE
Private and secured online file storing service.
The user can send files on this space easily from HORIZON
All of his personal files are stored in this online harddrive.
The Cloud Storage is integrated in HORIZON's menu system.
It also helps legal file sharing between users (personal photos)...
MUSIC AND VIDEO ON DEMAND
Online store, available at any time, providing access to the best music and movies
directly from the couch !
ONLINE EXPERIENCE
SuperSearch allows the user to:
-Communicate by sharing messages, or updating social networks...
-Share activities (TV Shows, Video Games...).
-Find the best media/infos on the internet.
-Access services (weather...).
CLOUD GAMING
The most powerful gaming console is available in HORIZON,
as games are streamed from high-end servers, in the Cloud.
The user can play the latest games 24/7 (rent, buy...)
No installation, or configuration: play games instantly!
More functions are included in HORIZON, like:
-Gesture control
-Cloud Applications
-Online TV
-Audio/Video chat
-Live activity sharing
-Computer remoting
-Super Timeshifting
-Multi user system
-Parental control
And many more...
HORIZON: next generation, easy to use and online User Interface
adjustable to many by adapting to the graphics and colors of partners...
HORIZON is a brand new user interface concept
providing access to the best services and medias, from any connected device.
This easy to use and powerful interface is available via a set-top box
acting like a true numerical hub, gathering media from the whole family.
To get more information about HORIZON
contact us: horizon@zemixx3d.com