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Reading Time: 2 minutesFrom now through the end of July, treat yourself to one of the best video calling devices, Portal (Gen 1), and save $110 while you’re at it!
Simply apply the promo code PORTALSUMMER during the checkout process to receive the discount. Shipping is always free inside supported countries, and returns are fast and easy within 30 days when purchased from Portal’s official website.
What Is Portal?
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Portal is a range of smart video calling devices designed to offer a premium video call via Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp. It includes Alexa built-in, fun AR features, music playback and more.
Portal has a Smart Camera to intelligently zoom and pan the focus of its camera as you move around the room. This means that you no longer have to just sit awkwardly in front of the camera like you do in a traditional video call. With Portal, you’re free to roam around your kitchen or living space freely while staying in view for other callers.
You can also take advantage of the full range of Alexa built-in features, such as asking for news or weather updates, or sending your vacuuming robot on a cleaning mission. And an integrated app store lets you use all of your Portal’s capabilities with smart apps and media services, like Spotify.
The standard Portal offers a 10-inch LCD display in a modern, photo frame-like form factor that blends naturally into a contemporary living space. For those with a need for a more compact and budget-friendly solution, the Portal Mini packs the same features into a smaller frame with an 8-inch screen. Both of these are available in black or white versions, so you can match your current decor.
For the most premium experience, the Portal+ sports a huge 15.6-inch display, which can be rotated for portrait or landscape configurations. It also features a powerful 15w speaker that enhances voice clarity and media playback.
And with privacy measures built in, all Portal devices help you protect your home’s privacy by easily disabling both the camera and microphone when not in use.
Also in the Portal Family
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Another highlight of the Portal lineup is Portal TV, which brings the Portal experience to the biggest screen in the house.
Portal TV is a small form factor device that can be mounted above or below your TV. It connects via HDMI, letting you enjoy smart video calling and other Portal features right on your TV.
It’s also a great option for those who need a Portal device that can integrate seamlessly into a very limited living space.
Andrew Chen
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