TCL QM9K: First TVs with Gemini on Google TV, hands‑free mmWave & up to 6,500 nits
TCL has announced the QM9K, its new flagship QD Mini‑LED television series. The QM9K is notable for being the first TV line in the industry to ship with Gemini on Google TV built in, offering a more conversational AI experience on the big screen.
Key features
- Gemini on Google TV — natural language assistant via “Hey Google” for search, Q&A and smart‑home control.
- Hands‑free interaction — built‑in mmWave proximity sensor wakes the TV when a person approaches, enabling full hands‑free use of Gemini; distance and active hours are user‑configurable.
- Display — QD Mini‑LED panel with a “Zero Border” edge‑to‑edge WHVA screen.
- Local dimming — up to ~6,000 precise dimming zones for deeper contrast (claimed ~57% more than QM8K).
- Peak HDR brightness — up to 6,500 nits (manufacturer claim).
- Sizes — panels from 65″ up to 98″.
- Audio — sound tuned/co‑developed with Bang & Olufsen.
Availability
The QM9K series is expected to arrive at Best Buy and select regional retailers later this month. Keep an eye on the official TCL product pages for exact model listings and specs.
Official TCL site: https://www.tcl.com/us/en
Retailers (check for listings soon): https://www.bestbuy.com
Should you care?
If you want a premium TV with top-tier brightness and contrast, hands‑free AI features for a smarter living‑room experience, and large‑format options up to 98″, the QM9K is worth watching. Independent reviews and in‑depth specs (HDMI ports, audio power, exact dimming implementation) will follow as retailers list the models.
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