Smart TV Review: Panasonic ZT6 with Electronic Touch Pen

Introduction

Panasonic has introduced an innovative feature in its upcoming smart TV, the ZT6. The feature that sets this TV apart is the electronic touch pen that allows the user to draw on photos directly on the TV screen. Though this may seem like a unique feature, its usefulness is up for debate. We got our hands on the TV, tried out the drawing feature, and have some insights to share.

Q&A

How does the electronic touch pen work on the Panasonic ZT6?

To use the electronic touch pen on the Panasonic ZT6, you need to touch and hold the screen, select a color, and begin drawing. Once completed, the drawing can be saved and sent to a mobile device over Wi-Fi. After that, you can go back to watching live TV.

Is the electronic touch pen easy to use?

The electronic touch pen is relatively easy to use. The touch screen is responsive, and the pen is comfortable to hold. However, there were instances where the TV would crash, indicating that there may be some issues with the device.

Is the ZT6 ready for use in the market?

Based on our experience with the TV, it seems that there may be some work required to make the ZT6 ready for the market. The occasional crashes indicate that there are some glitches that need to be ironed out before it can be considered a stable release.

What is the purpose of drawing on a TV screen?

Drawing on a TV screen using an electronic touch pen may not be practical for everyone. It is more straightforward to edit photos on a tablet or laptop, where you can have more control and avoid getting fingerprints on the screen. However, there could be some use cases for drawing on TV screens in offices or boardrooms, where people may want to mark up documents or presentations for everyone to see.

What is our final judgment on the Panasonic ZT6 with electronic touch pen?

In the end, we are still not sure if the electronic touch pen is a feature that is worth the investment in a Panasonic ZT6. Drawings are better done on a desktop or a tablet rather than standing up in front of your TV screen. We also experienced a few crashes while testing, which further questions the stability of the product. But, this feature could have potential for marking up presentations in a work setting.

What are our recommendations to Panasonic?

Panasonic should work on stabilizing the product before launch. Additionally, they should market the TV to a select audience, such as businesses or schools, instead of making it a general consumer product.

Conclusion

The Panasonic ZT6 is a unique smart TV, thanks to its electronic touch pen. Drawing on a TV screen is not a conventional way of editing photos, and its usefulness is not yet proven. Given that we also experienced some crashes, it is clear that Panasonic still has some work to do to make the product ready for the market. It remains to be seen whether this feature will have a significant impact on the industry, or whether it will be a fad that fades away.