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Material 3 Expressive Update Hits Google TV, Remote Faces Glitch
The Google TV app for Android is rolling out a new update that introduces a Material 3 Expressive redesign, giving the app a...
Google TV Finally Gets 64-Bit Apps to Rival Apple TV 4K
Google has confirmed that Google TV and Android TV devices will soon support 64-bit apps, a technical upgrade that promises faster loading times...
Google Confirms Fast Pair Feature Limited to Four Google TV Devices
Google has confirmed that its Fast Pair feature for Google TV is currently available on only four devices, more than three years after...
Google Brings Google TV Features to Android TV in Latest Homescreen Update
Google is rolling out a rare update to Android TV, bringing new promoted content categories to the homescreen’s “Play Next” section. Users on...
New Android 14 Update Brings Big Fixes to Chromecast With Google TV
Google is now rolling out a fresh Android 14 update for Chromecast with Google TV, following a delayed and buggy initial release earlier...
Google TV Budget Slashed as Company Prioritizes AI and YouTube
Google has cut its Google TV and Android TV budget by 10 percent, reducing funding by tens of millions of dollars. The move...
Google TV App Prepares Material 3 Redesign, Sleep Timer Feature
Google TV is finally getting a sleep timer, one of the most requested features by users. According to findings in the latest Google...
Google TV App’s New Colorful Look Coming Soon with Material 3 Update
Google is preparing a fresh, colorful redesign for its Google TV app on Android. The update, based on the new Material 3 Expressive...
New $30 Google TV Device from Walmart Goes On Sale Today
Walmart has officially released its new Onn 4K Plus streaming device online for just $29.88. This new model is seen as a direct...
Google Plans to Bring Google TV to Low-End TVs with Less RAM
Google is planning to bring Google TV to cheaper TVs with low RAM, partnering with select manufacturers to launch these budget-friendly models. This...
Four Great Google TV Upgrades Coming This Year — But Watch Out for These Pop-Up Requests
Google TV devices will get a major upgrade this year with Android 16, bringing some great new features alongside one unwelcome change. While...
Chromecast and Google TV Now Let You Control Your Smart Home from the Couch
A long-awaited update is finally rolling out to older Google TV and Chromecast devices, giving them a powerful new smart home feature for...
Walmart’s New Google TV Device Could Replace Chromecast for Just $30
Walmart has quietly listed a new streaming device powered by Google TV. Called the Onn 4K Plus, this small device could be the...
Google TV Streamer Gets April 2025 Security Patch with Bug Fixes ― What’s New?
A fresh update for the Google TV Streamer is now being rolled out, bringing the device up to the April 2025 security patch....
Google TV Gets Free Smart Home Upgrade – Even Older Devices Benefit
Google has quietly rolled out a major new feature to Chromecast and Google TV devices. The Home Panel, which was previously limited to...
Google TV Adds ‘Free TV’ Shortcut to Remotes for Easier Access to Live TV
Starting in April 2025, all new Google TV devices will be required to include a “Free TV” or “Live TV” shortcut button on...
Pluto TV Outshines Google TV’s Freeplay ― Here’s Why
Google TV’s Freeplay service, which offers free, ad-supported content, continues to disappoint, even as it removes more channels. Recently, Freeplay quietly took away...
Chromecast with Google TV Discontinued – What You Need to Know
Google has stopped selling the Chromecast with Google TV 4K and HD models in the Google Store. The product listings now show “No...
Users Report Disney+ Streaming Problems on Google TV Device
A technical issue with the Disney+ app on the Google TV Streamer is causing video playback to fail for some users. Reports surfaced...
Chromecast with Google TV Gets January Update, Android 14 Still Pending
Google has released the first Chromecast with Google TV update of 2025, following eight updates in 2024. This update, STTL.241013.003, bumps the Android...
Google TV Faces Issues with Missing Movie Purchase Options
Google TV is experiencing issues where some movies no longer show purchase options, leaving users with only streaming choices. This comes after the...
Google TV Adds 171 Free Channels, Including Holiday Specials
Google TV is wrapping up the year with a boost to its Freeplay service, adding over a dozen new free, ad-supported live streaming...
Google TV Launches Advisory Program for User Input on Platform Improvements
Google is looking to gather valuable user feedback to improve the Google TV platform through its new initiative, the Google TV Advisory Community....
Roku Content Now Integrated with Google TV
Roku is making it easier for Google TV users to access its programming. Soon, users will be able to search for and watch...
[Black Friday Deal] 4K Chromecast with Google TV for $40
In the lead-up to Black Friday, the 4K Chromecast with Google TV is available for just $40 on Amazon, offering a 20% discount...
New Update Arrives for Chromecast with Google TV
Google is releasing a new software update for Chromecast with Google TV devices. The update, numbered STTL.240812.006.N1, is about 60 MB in size...
Google TV Streamer Update Brings New Audio Options
Google has released the first update for its TV Streamer since its August 2024 launch, focusing on audio control improvements. Users can now...
Google TV Now Offers Over 1,100 Free Channels
Google TV has expanded its free channel lineup to more than 1,100 channels since launching in early 2023. These channels are available through...
Google TV Now Offers 159 Free Channels: Complete Guide to Free Streaming Content
Google TV has dramatically expanded its free streaming offerings, now providing users access to over 159 built-in channels in the United States through...
Google TV Packages and Subscription Plans
Google TV offers a simple way to watch content. It combines free channels, live TV, and streaming services into one platform. This article...
