# Hybrid Entertainment Consoles The NVIDIA SHIELD Pro is for Gaming and Streaming in One Device By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-11-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nvidia-shield-pro References: [coolest-gadgets](http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20151119/nvidia-shield-pro-streaming-finest/) & [amzn](http://amzn.com/B00XO7AK1U) The entertainment and gaming industries are being shaken up more than ever with the release of the NVIDIA SHIELD Pro that's designed to be a powerhouse capable of offering entertainment in the form of content streaming as well as gaming. The NVIDIA SHIELD Pro is an Android TV box that will provide content at 4K definition levels, making it one of the more powerful options on the technology market. Compatible with all major entertainment apps like Hulu and [Netflix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netflix-necon-pro-gaming-controller), the NVIDIA SHIELD Pro features built-in [Chromecast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4k-streaming-box) technology to let you mirror the screen of your Android or iOS device. Compatible with [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-tv-streamer) voice commands and search, the NVIDIA SHIELD Pro can be used with either the traditional remote or gaming controller depending on the activity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hybrid Entertainment Consoles:** The release of the NVIDIA SHIELD Pro showcases the trend of combining gaming and content streaming in one powerful device. - **Content Streaming at 4K Levels:** The NVIDIA SHIELD Pro highlights the trend of providing high-definition content streaming at 4K definition levels. - **Integration of Chromecast Technology:** The inclusion of built-in Chromecast technology in the NVIDIA SHIELD Pro exemplifies the trend of easily mirroring the screen of mobile devices. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment Technology:** The entertainment industry can explore opportunities to develop and market more hybrid entertainment consoles like the NVIDIA SHIELD Pro. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can capitalize on the trend of hybrid entertainment consoles by designing innovative gaming experiences that integrate content streaming capabilities. - **Streaming Services:** Streaming service providers can focus on delivering content in high-definition at 4K levels to cater to the increasing demand for superior streaming quality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Console Hybrid PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-steam-machine.md) - [AI-Driven Video Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-playstation-5-pro.md) - [Speedy Smart Streaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-tv-streamer.md) - [Plug-and-Play Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-console-x2.md) - [All-in-One Entertainment Hub Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xgmi-horizon-pro-4k.md) - [High-Power Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-next.md) - [High-Performance Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-one-pro.md) - [Low-Cost Mobile Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-gaming-console.md) - [High-Power Mobile Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onexfly-gaming-console.md)