• buffing_lecturer@leminal.space
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    I think it is just a desktop environment for linux. So it probably wont work on TVs by themselves.

    EDIT:

    Reading the article now, and I can see why you thought that. I was getting ready to eat my words.

    it aimed to turn regular television sets into smart, Linux-powered devices

    But on the project page it says:

    Plasma Bigscreen is a user-friendly, open-source interface designed for devices like HTPCs and SBCs connected to TVs and projectors. It provides an intuitive experience that allows for easy navigation from a distance using remote controls. Discover an engaging environment that adapts to your preferences, offering the safety and privacy protection that come with the Free and Open Source Software.

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      That would make sense, but, directly from the website…

      Plasma Bigscreen is an open-source user interface for TV’s. Running on top of a Linux distribution, Plasma Bigscreen turns your TV or setup-box into a fully hackable device. A big launcher giving you easy access to any installed apps and skills. Controllable via voice or TV remote.

      Using the multi-platform toolkit Qt, the flexible extensions of KDE Frameworks plus the power of Plasma Shell, Plasma Bigscreen is built with technology which feels equally at home on the desktop, mobile devices and TV.

      I would highlight the following from that…

      TV or setup-box

      Controllable via voice or TV remote

      feels equally at home on the desktop, mobile devices and TV.

      But I don’t know anything other than what I’m reading on the website, so 🤷. I’ll be eagerly waiting to see what happens.