Tag: Android TV
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More Leaked Images Show Off Google’s Chromecast-Like Android TV Dongle
The latest in a long string of rumors and leaks regarding Google’s next HDMI dongle showcases more clear looks at the device and its remote control. Beyond that, though, new reports suggest we may have an official name for the streamer reportedly codenamed “Sabrina” — and possibly a new name for the Android TV operating…
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Skyboxe’s ‘All-in-One’ Android TV Hub Gets FCC Approval
Featured Image: Skyboxe Wireless startup Skyboxe announced this week that it’s received certification from the Federal Communications Commission for its all-in-one, Android TV-based hub. The company says its Skyboxe 4G could replace a cable modem, WiFi router, streaming device, and more when it releases later this year. The set-top device aims to serve as a…
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Possible Retail Listings Suggest $50-$60 Range for Google’s ‘Sabrina’ Android TV Dongle
Featured Image: XDA Developers A flurry of rumored retail listing leaks point to a price range of around $50 to $60 for Google’s oft-rumored Android TV dongle, aka “Sabrina.” 9to5Google caught wind of a possible Home Depot listing that points to a $49.99 price. Since then, other sites have chimed in with details from more…
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Latest Nvidia Shield TV Update Boosts AI Upscaling, Remote Control Features
Nvidia’s latest Shield TV software update looks like it’ll bring some significant upgrades to the streaming device’s AI upscaling feature, alongside more customization options for the current remote control. We covered the basics of how Nvidia’s AI upscaler works in an article and video earlier this year, but this latest update, version 8.2, broadens support…
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New FCC Filings Could Point to Google’s ‘Sabrina’ Android TV Device
Featured image: XDA Developers Recent FCC submissions add to the mounting evidence that Google is prepping an Android TV-based streaming device that could serve as a successor to the current Chromecast Ultra. 9to5 Google spotted the new filings and it’s possible they refer to Google’s upcoming device and its accompanying remote control. The new listings…
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Nvidia’s Shield TV Might Be Shielded from Android TV’s Home Screen Ads Feature
Earlier this month, we reported on a new feature coming to Android TV devices that autoplays teaser videos on the home screen. The new feature is meant to draw your attention to new content and, potentially, convince you to watch. And while various Android TV-powered devices have received the update over the past few weeks,…
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Android TV Reports 80% More Users Since Last Year
Google’s Android TV’s popularity is seeing slow but steady growth year over year. While it may not be as popular as some of its competitors including Roku and Amazon Fire TV, Google’s announced that Android TV has 80% more users now than it did this time last year. While no real numbers have been released…
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Android TV Update Now Features Trailers on the Home Screen
The latest update for Android TV’s operating system now features cinematic teaser trailers that automatically play on the home screen while you’re browsing for shows. This new feature is designed to help users get a taste of the content available and be able to find something to watch more easily. The trailers you see will…
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FCC Listing Suggests T-Mobile has Android TV Device in the Works
A recently uncovered FCC listing suggests T-Mobile could be developing a media streamer powered by Android TV as part of its TVision home television service. While the listing focuses on the device’s remote control, there’s still a decent amount of info to glean. First up, the listing indicates the device was initially submitted to the…
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Google’s Android TV Dongle Might Pack Updated Software
Featured Image Source: 9to5 Google It looks like Google’s long-rumored, previously leaked TV dongle is inching closer to retail reality. 9to5 Google discovered references to the unreleased HDMI dongle in a developer preview for Android 11 for Android TV. The likely successor to the current Chromecast Ultra pops up in a video describing how to…