"Smart" in this sense should be understood as being akin to the archaic term that one is a "smart dresser" -- it's all about style, not about electronic engineering achievements that are leaving anyone in the dust.
> "... the M8 also allows users to enjoy a variety of OTT services, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and Apple TV via Wi-Fi without having to connect to a PC or TV"
That's a monitor with extensive plans for communicating with the world...