Lumio has launched Project Neo, a new software feature for its Lumio Vision TV platform that changes how users find content. This update matters because it allows viewers to use their existing messaging apps to search for shows and movies without typing on a remote. The feature integrates WhatsApp and Instagram directly with the TV interface, turning chat conversations into a search tool.
AI feature integrates messaging apps for natural language discovery
The core of Project Neo is an AI-powered content discovery system built into Lumio's TLDR app. Users can describe what they want to watch using natural language messages sent through WhatsApp or Instagram. The system supports English, Hindi, and Hinglish, allowing for flexible voice or text input styles common in the Indian market.
- Supported Languages: English, Hindi, Hinglish
- Integration Platforms: WhatsApp, Instagram
- Host Application: Lumio Vision TV (TLDR app)
- Availability Region: India
Project Neo accepts detailed search criteria including title, actor, director, genre, language, mood, or partial storyline. It also processes media shared within chats, such as Instagram Reels, posts, or screenshots. When a user shares such media with the integrated app, Neo identifies the content and plays it on the TV.
The feature is currently available in public beta for Lumio Vision TV users in India. No pricing information is listed for the beta release, and availability is limited to this specific region. The rollout indicates that Lumio is testing the integration before a wider launch.
Source: GIZMOCHINA
