TCL TVs and speakers will support Dolby FlexConnect this summer
- TCL TVs and speakers will support Dolby FlexConnect starting this summer, allowing for wireless connection to external speakers.
- The feature aims to provide an alternative solution to traditional surround-sound systems, which can be restricted by room size and outlet locations.
- Up to four Z100 speakers can be connected to supporting FlexConnect TVs in the US, making it a more affordable option compared to other wireless Dolby Atmos products.
- The Z100 smart speaker has already launched in China for CN¥1,499 (about $208) and will be available in gray, teal, and beige finishes.
- US pricing for the Z100 speaker has not been confirmed yet, but TCL plans to announce it starting this summer.
A Dolby Atmos feature that makes it easier to create a spatial audio setup is coming to select TCL TVs and speakers. TCL is adding support for Dolby Atmos FlexConnect to QD-Mini LED TVs in its 2025 Precise Dimming Series, including the QM8K, QM7K, and QM6K, as well as launching its new Z100 smart speaker to pair with the feature.
FlexConnect allows users to connect their TV with specialized external speakers that can be placed anywhere in a room, providing Atmos-enabled audio without requiring a symmetrical setup. The feature aims to provide an alternative solution to installing a traditional surround-sound system, which can be restricted by room size, outlet locations, and mounting or cabling requirements.
The TCL TVs and wireless speaker are the first devices with FlexConnect support to be announced for the US, with the Z100 having already launched in China for CN¥1,499 (about $208). US pricing has not been confirmed yet. TCL says that up to four Z100 speakers can be connected to supporting FlexConnect TVs in the US “starting this summer.”
The concept is similar to other wireless Dolby Atmos products like the $2,500 Sony Bravia Theater Quad, but it should be considerably more affordable. Also, while the Theater Quad is only available in gray, the Z100 comes in gray, teal, and beige finishes, which may be easier to coordinate with your home decor.