Tag: google tv
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This New ATSC 3.0 Tuner Transforms Google TV and Fire TV into NextGen TV Hubs
Cord cutters and streaming enthusiasts have a new tool to elevate their setups: the ADTH NextGen TV USB Tuner, a compact ATSC 3.0 tuner now available on Amazon for $69.99, promises to turn Google TV and Fire TV devices into receivers for free, over-the-air (OTA) NextGen TV broadcasts. This device was announced by Pearl TV…
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A New Google TV Streaming Player Has Been Announced From Xiaomi
Xiaomi has officially announced its latest streaming device, the Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen), a Google TV-powered player promising enhanced performance and premium viewing features, as announced on the company’s website this week. While the reveal has sparked excitement among tech enthusiasts—as a potential to rival Chromecast and Fire TV—the device is not yet…
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Major Changes to Google TV Could Be Coming Soon
Google appears poised to refresh its Google TV app with a splash of color and user-friendly upgrades, according to an APK teardown of an internal beta build uncovered by Android Authority today. With no public beta available, the dive into the app’s code offers a sneak peek at changes that could soon hit millions of…
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Google Faces Potential Breakup and the Sale of Its Google TV Streaming Players, Under Trump Administration Pressure
The tech giant Google is once again under scrutiny as the Department of Justice (DOJ) reaffirmed on Friday its proposal to force the company to divest its popular Chrome browser, a move that could have ripple effects across its ecosystem, potentially leading to the sale of its Google TV division and Android platform. This latest…
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Google TV Streamer to Reportedly Add Native Backlight to Remotes
The Google TV Streamer could be getting a premium remote with a backlight soon per a report by AFTVNews. Many Google TV devices currently do not have the hardware for a backlight, but AFTVNews discovered the potential for this bright new upgrade in the latest Google TV Streamer software update. In the software update, AFTVNews…
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Google TV Adds “News Brief” Feature Powered by Gemini AI
Google TV is rolling out a new “News Brief” feature to enhance its “For You” page with curated news summaries and video clips. This experimental feature leverages Google’s Gemini AI technology to provide concise, narrated overviews of top news stories, keeping users informed at a glance. The “News Brief” section will appear on the…
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Major Updates For Google TV Will Come Less Often Now
Google is reportedly slowing down the release cycle for Google TV and Android TV, switching to a biyearly schedule for major updates. This change aligns with the longer upgrade cycles of televisions compared to smartphones and tablets, addressing the challenges TV manufacturers face in keeping pace with rapid software updates. Different Needs, Different Paces: While…
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Google TVs Remove Its New Free Streaming App With Over 150 Because of Crashes
Google TV users who were enjoying the recently updated Freeplay app, which provides access to over 150 free channels, are in for a temporary disappointment. The revamped app, featuring a new guide and enhanced features, has been pulled back due to a crashing issue discovered during its rollout. Disappearance of the App: Last week, users…
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Google TV Offers “Apps Only Mode” to Hide Personalized Recommendations & Make It Look More Like a Roku TV
Do you ever wish your Google TV was more like a Roku and only showed apps? Now, Google TV offers enhanced user privacy and simplifies the viewing experience with an app-only mode. “Apps Only Mode” allows users to hide personalized recommendations on their home screen, providing a cleaner and more streamlined interface. This feature is…
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Walmart’s Onn Google TV 4K Pro Has a Special Deal For a Limited Time
Have you been thinking about getting the Google TV 4K Pro Streaming Device? Right now, if you buy the Walmart Onn Google TV 4K Pro for $49.88, you can get $5 in Walmart Cash back. This will let you apply that $5 for a future Walmart purchase to lower the price. Just make sure to…