Google TV
Google TV is an evolution of Android TV and can be found powering a number of streaming players, including the Chromecast with Google TV lineup and the latest Onn devices. Google TV is also now available on smart TVs from various third-party brands, including recent smart TV models from Sony and TCL. Similar to Android TV, Google TV offers access to a wide variety of streaming apps and FAST services.
Chromecast with Google TV Now Receiving Its Android 14 Upgrade
The Android 14 update is now in the process of rolling out to Chromecast with Google TV devices. As a reminder, Google opted to skip Android 13, so this upgrade sees the operating system jumping straight from Android 12 to Android 14. The update is rolling out as UTTC.241218.004 and weighs in at 809 MB,…
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Telegram Users Can Now Cast Videos From Android App To Chromecast Devices
Telegram has added a bunch of new features and supports to its Android app in a bid to improve the user experience. For those with a Chromecast device, the latest batch of upgrades includes the ability to cast videos directly from the Android app. While not a massive upgrade for all users, Chromecast support will…
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AI-Powered ‘News Briefs’ Begin Rolling Out On Google TV
Google TV users in the Unites States are beginning to receive ‘News Briefs.’ The AI-powered Briefs attempt to summarize the top news stories of the day and are updated throughout the day to provide access to the latest headlines. News Briefs on Google TV were first announced earlier this month during Google’s CES 2025 event.…
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Google TV To Become A Lot Smarter This Year, Thanks To Gemini AI Upgrade
Google TV is set to become a lot smarter later this year, and thanks to a Gemini AI upgrade. Once the upgrade goes live, users will be able to benefit from a number of improvements including more “natural conversations” with their TV. The company confirmed the AI upgrade for Google TV during this year’s CES…
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The Roku Channel Gaining Deep Google TV Integration
Roku is in the process of making it easier for Google TV users to find content available to stream via The Roku Channel. For starters, the Live section of the Google TV interface will soon include 100s of free, ad-supported channels from The Roku Channel. In addition to FAST channel access, the Google TV integration…
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‘Road House’ And ‘Shōgun’ The Most Watched On Google TV In 2024 (And ION The Most Watched FAST Channel)
Road House was the most watched movie from 2024 on Google TV. This is according to Google and its annual recap of the top entertainment trends of the past twelve months on the platform. Well, technically, the first ten months and 25 days as the data covers Jan. 1 through Oct. 25, 2024. Road House…
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Max And Peacock Pick Up Google Play 2024 ‘Best App’ Awards
Google released its Best Of Google Play 2024 Awards earlier this week, with Max and Peacock both picking up a ‘Best Apps of 2024‘ award each. In Max’s case, the award was the ‘Best multi-device app‘ award. According to Google, Max won the award for its “ability to let you pick up where you left…
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The New Google TV Streamer Is Now Available To Buy
If you’ve been considering buying a new streaming player, the Google TV Streamer is the newest Google TV device to become available to buy.
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Google TV’s ‘Free TV Channels’ Is Now ‘Google TV Freeplay’ And Comes With An Updated Channel Guide
Google has now officially rebranded Google TV‘s ‘Free TV Channels‘ as ‘Google TV Freeplay.’ Along with the rebrand, the live TV experience on Google TV devices now comes with an updated channel guide for easier navigation. The use of the Google TV Freeplay name had been expected. Following a report earlier this year from 9to5…
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Here Are The New Google TV Features Rolling Out To Devices From Today
Google is rolling out some new features to Google TV, including a new Home panel for smart home control, an improved Ambient screensaver, a new Sports page, and enhanced overviews of top movies and shows. All of these features are rolling out to all current Google TV device beginning today. New Home Panel The new…
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Latest YouTube App Update Fixes Crashing Issue On Android TV
One day after rolling out an update that broke the YouTube app on Android TV and Google TV, another update has rolled out to fix the issue.
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X TV App Now Available (In Beta) On Android TV, Fire TV And LG TVs
With the X TV app now available, X users can now watch videos from their favorite accounts on the largest screen in their home.
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The YouTube App On Android TV Is Completely Broken Right Now
If you’ve opened up the YouTube app on an Android TV device today and found it isn’t working, you’re not alone. The app is broken right now.
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Google TV Streamer vs Chromecast with Google TV: Is It Time To Upgrade?
Is it time for existing Chromecast with Google TV owners to upgrade to the new Google TV Streamer? Here’s a closer look at the differences.
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New Google Voice Remote Doesn’t Wobble And Should Be Easier To Find
While the new Google TV Streamer Voice Remote looks very similar to the Chromecast with Google TV remote, there are some notable improvements.
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New Google TV Streamer Is Part Streaming Player, Part Home Hub
Google has now officially announced its new ‘Google TV Streamer.’ The new streaming player sports a set-top box design and higher price.
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New ‘Google TV Streamer’ Expected To Be An Expensive Player
While the price is unlikely to be as high as an Apple TV 4K or Nvidia Shield TV, the new ‘Google TV Streamer 4K’ is expected to be expensive.
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Next Chromecast with Google TV Won’t Actually Be A Chromecast
The follow up to the Chromecast with Google TV won’t be a traditional Chromecast, with Google seemingly ditching the dongle design (and name).
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Google TV And Android TV Users Losing Ability To Purchase TV Shows From Google TV
Google is making changes to the way TV shows are purchased on Android TV and Google TV. The changes also affect the Google TV mobile app.
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Google TV Is Now Home To More Than 950 Free Live Channels
Google TV has continually added more free channels over the past year, and the platform is now home to more than 950 FAST channels.
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