GDC or the Game Developers Conference was the venue where
NVidia announced its 4K Android TV console called the Shield console.
The console is powered by the company’s own Tegra
X1 chip that was announced earlier this year at CES and features 3GB of RAM
and 16GB of internal storage (expandable using a microSD card). NVidia also
bundles the device with its own controller and an optional Bluetooth remote
control that allows users to issue voice commands.
Naturally, the Shield console is able to access various
Google services including YouTube and Google Play. Moreover, the device can
connect to NVidia’s GRID on-demand game service that allows gamers to stream
their favorite titles from the company’s servers.
Ports-wise, the console features a couple of USB ports, an Ethernet
port as well as display and HDMI ports making it easy to connect any type of
display into the device. The console is also capable of delivering 4K content
in contrast to its competitors.
The NVidia Shield console will be available in May for
around $199.
