At Vision Plus, we have spent nearly a decade making one promise to Kenyan families: the best quality electronics at prices that make sense.
So when we decided to move our TV lineup to Whale OS, we did not do it lightly. We did it because after testing it, we could not justify going back. Here is the full story.
What Is Whale OS?
Vision Plus is currently the only TV brand in Kenya running Whale OS. That is not an accident. It is a deliberate choice.
Whale OS is a smart TV operating system built by Whale TV (formerly Zeasn), a company with over 13 years of experience in TV software. Today, Whale OS powers over 41 million televisions globally across more than 400 TV brands, including Philips, Sharp, JVC, and TCL.
Unlike Android TV or Google TV, Whale OS is built on Linux — a fundamentally different foundation that changes how your TV performs, behaves, and serves you.
The Problem With Standard Android TVs
Android TV was the default for most TV brands including us. But the more we listened to customers, the more we noticed the same frustrations.
1. Slowdowns Over Time
Android TVs get sluggish after 12 to 18 months. Apps update, cache builds up, and performance drops. Many customers assume their TV is old when really the software is just running heavy.
2. The Platform Controls Your Experience
Android TV is Google’s platform. Google decides what appears on your home screen, which apps get promoted, and how your data is used. The TV manufacturer and you have limited control.
3. Forced Updates on Someone Else’s Timeline
Android TV updates are pushed by Google. TV brands have little say — which occasionally breaks features without warning.
4. Bloatware Out of the Box
Android TVs ship with dozens of pre-installed apps you will never use, eating into storage before you have even plugged the TV in.
Why Whale OS Is Different
Built on Linux, Not Android
Linux powers the world’s most reliable servers and infrastructure. It is lean, stable, and fast. Because Whale OS is Linux-based, more processing power goes toward what matters: loading content quickly and running smoothly for years.
Designed for TVs from Day One
Android was built for phones and adapted for TVs. Whale OS was built for TVs from day one. The interface, navigation, and content discovery were all designed for the big screen with a remote in hand.
AI-Powered Content Discovery
Whale OS 10 includes a ChatGPT-powered voice assistant that understands natural language. Say what you want to watch and the system finds it across all your streaming apps. The home screen learns your preferences over time.
All Your Streaming Apps Included
Whale OS comes with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and other major streaming services pre-installed. Whale TV Plus adds free live channels and on-demand content at no extra cost.
No Dependency on a Single Tech Giant
Because Whale OS does not rely on one platform’s infrastructure, your TV is not subject to forced policy changes or unexpected updates. What runs on your Vision Plus TV is controlled by Vision Plus.
Built to Last
The Linux foundation means your TV stays fast longer. Whale OS TVs are designed to deliver the same performance in year four as they did on day one.
Why Vision Plus Made the Move First
We believe in staying ahead, not catching up. The question was not just whether Whale OS is better — it was whether our customers in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and every town across Kenya would have a better experience.
The answer was yes. We are proud to be the first and only TV brand in Kenya offering Whale OS.
Ready to Experience the Difference?
Our Whale OS TVs come in a range of sizes, backed by our 24-month warranty and free nationwide delivery across Kenya. Visit any authorized dealer or order on our website. Questions? Chat with us on WhatsApp.
Vision Plus — Kenya’s Trusted Electronics Brand since 2017.
