Facebook will also be launching an updated version of its Portal video chat device later this year. (Image: Reuters)Facebook is working on a new streaming device similar to Amazon’s Fire Stick according to a report Variety. The device will plug into TV sets and offer users access to online content. This new streaming device will be a part of the company’s Portal family of devices, which is expected to also feature a camera.
According to the report the device will sport microphones, a speaker and a camera. It is also being said that the company has reached out to Netflix, Disney and HBO for adding their content to its own streaming service.
The streaming device will run a customised version of Android. It is also being said that the device will sit on top of a TV set, which will allow users to easily video chat.
Additionally, Facebook will be launching an updated version of its Portal video chat device later this year.
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The company’s Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality vice president, Andrew Bosworth, earlier confirmed that the company has a lot more to unveil “later this fall” related to Portal.
To recall, Facebook launched its Portal device back in November, last year, priced at $199 (approximately Rs 14,000), along with a larger Portal Plus device, priced at $349 (approximately Rs 25,000). Both the devices came with smart cameras and their own displays.
