Elista, a brand known for its popularity among consumers in tier 2 and tier 3 cities in India, has launched its largest Google TV yet, an 85-inch model (GTV-85UILD), just in time for Diwali. Now, let’s dive into the specs of this impressive TV.

Elista 85-inch Google TV Specifications:

The 85-inch Google TV boasts a 4K HDR display with HDR 10 support, ensuring exceptional color accuracy and contrast for stunning, lifelike visuals. This makes it an ideal choice for larger homes and commercial spaces looking to enhance their entertainment experience with a high-quality display. The model features a sleek, bezel-less design, maximizing the screen-to-body ratio and creating a more immersive viewing environment.

Running on the Google TV platform, this model offers a user-friendly interface with personalized content recommendations. It supports a unified watch list across streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube, and includes built-in Chromecast for easy device mirroring, enhancing its versatility for both work and entertainment.

The TV includes Hey Google voice control for hands-free content search and smart home control. It offers robust connectivity with dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and screen mirroring, providing a seamless and connected viewing experience. In terms of ports, it includes 3 HDMI ports, 2 USB ports, 1 AV port, RF input, and an Ethernet (RJ45) port.

Coming to the audio, the TV features Dolby Audio, which delivers an immersive audio experience with clear dialogue and dynamic soundscapes, complementing its stunning visuals.

Pricing and Availability

The new 85-inch model expands Elista’s Google TV lineup, which includes sizes from 32-inch to 65-inch. The 85-inch model is priced at Rs. 1,60,900 and is now available at leading electronics stores in India and online on platforms like Flipkart and Amazon. It also comes with financing options from Bajaj Finance.

Earlier this year, Elista introduced dishwashers specifically designed for Indian kitchens and also entered the Indian AC market with three new models.

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Amazon India is offering some exciting news and deals on Smart Televisions from major OEMs. There are major discounts ongoing on Samsung, Toshiba, Sony, and Xiaomi Smart Televisions. Let’s dive into details and see where buyers can save most:

Xiaomi X Series 4K Ultra HD 65-Inch

The Smart TV was launched for the price of Rs 89,999, but with discounts and price cuts, the discounted price is now down to Rs 59,999.

Xiaomi Smart TV Series 4K HD 65=Inch bundles a 60 Hz display that offers 3840 x 2160 resolution. It features dual-band WiFi support, 3 HDMI ports, 2x USB ports, Bluetooth 5.0, optical, and Ethernet. It houses 2 GB of RAM and 8GB of storage. The smart TV bundles support for 4K Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HLG, and Reality Flow.

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Samsung Crystal 4K Vivid Pro TV Series

Samsung panels are known for theirToshibha C350MP quality, and what’s a better deal if you get a 43-inch 4K panel for Rs 32,990? Samsung Crystal 4K Vivid Pro TV Series is now available for a discounted starting price of Rs 35,990. However, the interested user can choose from 43-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch, 75-inch sizes.

The Crystal 4K Vivid Pro Series 43-inch variant bundles 3x HDMI ports, 1x USB A port, WiFI, Bluetooth, Anynet+, and an Ethernet port. It features 20W Output 2CH speakers. Samsung TV features a Crystal Processor that offers HDR, Support, Mega Contrast, UHD Dimming, Contrast Enhaver, Motion, and 4K Upscaing.

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Toshiba C350MP Google TV Series

Toshiba is also offering a handsome discount on the C350MP TV Series, including Rs 1000 Coupon Discount. The smart TV Series comes in different sizes, including 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, and 75-inch. It offers a 4K Ultra HD display with 60 Hz.

In terms of connectivity, it offers 3 HDMI ports, 2 USB ports, dual-band WiFi, and Bluetooth 5.0. The Smart TV features Google TV OS and supports Google Assistant, Chromecast, Micracast, DLNA, and AirPlay. The company offers a 2 year comprehensive warranty.

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Sony (55) Bravia 2 4K Google TV

Down from the price of Rs 99,900, the Sony Bravia 2 55-inch Google TV is on sale for Rs 68,990. There’s an additional Rs 1000 off coupon, that you can apply, which can bring the actual price down to Rs 67,990. However, there are additional bank discounts that are applicable, and will further reduce the price.

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Redmi F Series HD Ready TV

If you’re on a budget and still want to grab a quality smart TV, then you need to go for the Redmi F Series HD Ready TV. The smart TV is on sale for Rs 11,999. There are additional discounts on select credit and debit cards.

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In October, five upcoming Nokia-branded smart TVs were spotted on Bluetooth SIG. Two months later, these televisions are now official.

For the unaware, there are multiple Nokia brand licensees for televisions. These new products are from StreamView GmbH, an Austrian company that operates in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

The new Nokia TVs arrive in multiple sizes and two different screen resolutions. Let’s check out their features.

StreamView’s first Nokia Google TV models are here

The latest televisions from StreamView are collectively called ‘Nokia Google TV.’ As their name suggests, they ship with the Google TV software based on Android 12 for TV. The company’s previous TVs lacked the fresh software from Google.

All the new models are powered by the same chipset. This unnamed silicon includes a quad-core CPU comprising ARM Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 1.45GHz and Mali-G31 MP2 GPU.

The aforementioned chip is further paired with 1.5GB RAM and 8GB storage. This hardware combo is entry-level, and therefore, the TVs may get slower down the line.

As mentioned earlier, the televisions come in multiple sizes. Customers can choose from either 24-inch, 32-inch, 40-inch, or 43-inch.

The 24-inch and 32-inch variants come with HD resolution (1366 x 768 pixels) and can be operated at 12V. Thus, they can be used in mobile homes, camps, and other places with lower power supply.

On the other hand, 40-inch and 43-inch versions offer FHD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels). A second 32-inch variant is also offered in this flavor.

Unsurprisingly, the televisions support all the leading streaming services, Google Chromecast built-in, and Google Assistant via voice-enabled remote control. Wireless connectivity options include both WiFi and Bluetooth.

They come with various ports, such as 3 x HDMI 1.4,  2 x USB 2.0, 1 x S/PDIF, AV in, triple tuner, and Ethernet. Lastly, they are also SatCR compliant (SCD) and support CI+.

Streamview is yet to announce the pricing and availability of these TVs, which may vary across markets.

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Back in June, Walmart released a streaming device under its Onn brand. Officially called the ‘Onn FHD Streaming Stick’, the product was a good alternative to the Xiaomi Mi TV Stick.

More than two years later, the e-commerce giant has now launched a newer model called ‘Onn Google TV Full HD Streaming Device’. It acts as a competitor to Chromecast with Google TV (HD).

Walmart’s product is similar to Google’s offering in terms of raw hardware specs. Additionally, it is more affordable at $15 compared to Google’s $30 asking price.

Walmart Onn Google TV Full HD Streaming Device Features

As the name suggests, Walmart’s latest streaming device is limited to FHD streaming. Thus, it is ideal for bedroom televisions or any old TVs at your place.

According to @AndroidTV_Rumor, the product is powered by an Amlogic S805X2 chipset paired with 1.5GB RAM. Google’s FHD Chromecast also has the same internals.

Further, as the name suggests, the device ships with Google TV software, which is an upgrade over the standard Android TV operating system on the older model. There’s support for all the leading streaming platforms, like Netflix, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Peacock, Paramount+, and ESPN to name a few.

The product connects directly to the TV’s HDMI port. It uses a MicroUSB port for power in and the required adapter is included in the box along with an HDMI cable, a voice-enabled remote control, and 2 x AAA batteries.

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Haier has launched a new Google TV in India, called the Hair K800GT. The TV boasts premium features like 4K UHD resolution, HDR10, and Motion compensation Technology (MEMC) technology. So let’s talk about it in detail here. 

Haier K800GT Specifications

Starting with the design, the K800GT features a bezel-less all-screen display, which gives it a sleek and modern look. It is available in a range of screen sizes, including 65”, 55”, 50”, and 43”, all of which are UHD TVs with 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) resolution. There are also Full HD options available in 43” and 32” sizes.

All the 4K TVs can render high dynamic range content thanks to the HDR10 certification. It also comes with MEMC technology which ingeniously inserts extra frames between the original frames, resulting in smooth content and vibrant transitions. This feature is especially useful for watching fast-paced content, like sports and racing.

For audio, the Haier K800GT comes with 24W stereo speakers with Dolby Audio. At the core, it is powered by a multi-core Cortex-A55 CPU and Mali-G52 GPU, paired with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. 

Moreover, it comes pre-installed with Google TV OS, which gives you access to a wide range of apps, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and YouTube. The TV also comes with Google Assistant, so you can control it with your voice.

The Haier K800GT Google TV also comes with a number of other features, including Chromecast, Bluetooth 5.1, and Wi-Fi connectivity. I/O options include USB 2.0 ports and HDMI 2.1. The latter allows you to connect the TV to gaming consoles and graphics cards and enjoy games at 4K resolution at 144 frames per second. 

Price and Availability

The Haier K800GT Google TV is available in India at a starting price of INR 16990. It is available on Haier’s e-commerce store and other retail outlets.

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Indkal Technologies has just announced announced new range of Google TVs from Acer in the Indian market earlier today (31st May 2023). The latest lineup includes some top notch specs and features. So let’s have a look.

Acer unveils new range of Google TVs with QLED & OLED

The company announced a number of series, which includes the O, H, G, I, V, and W lineup. The new O series is the flagship models out of the bunch and feature OLED display technology. Furthermore, the O models will even arrive in a 55 inch and 65 inch variant, with large woofers for its 60W speaker system. Furthermore, the brand also aims to capture the Indian market with a new range of affordable TVs that feature QLED panels from its V series.

The QLED tech has typically been spotted on ultra high end models like the ones sold by Samsung, but these model were built to be more accessible to the Indian consumers. The V series range will start with a 32 inch variant along with the 43 inch, 50 inch, and 55 inch model as well. Moving forward, we also have the I and G series that also seek top disrupt the market with value in mind as they bring some top notch features like MEMC, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, 4K upscaling, high brightness, and much more. One of its more notable aspects include the addition of 16GB of internal memory for the I series 32 inch and 40 inch variants.

One of the more notable launches was Acer’s new H series range that features a powerful 76W speaker system that promises to offer improved bass and treble to bring a more immersive audio experience to the consumers. The new Google TVs will be available alongside the existing range of premium QLED TVs that include the W series and will offer Anti Glare displays, frameless design, Aural Sound, and Motion sensors as well. Indkal announced that the new ranges will have different launch timelines, with the I series arriving first. The sale is set to kick off across all channels on June 6.

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In a world where streaming services have become an integral part of our entertainment, Android TV has emerged as a dominant player, with over 150 million monthly active devices. To enhance the development process for TV apps, Google is introducing Compose for TV, a powerful UI framework that leverages Jetpack Compose. Alongside it, they are releasing the TV Design Guidelines, enabling developers to create visually stunning and user-friendly TV applications.

Compose for TV will greatly speed up the App-development Process

Compose for TV brings the advantages of Jetpack Compose to the world of TV app development. By reducing the amount of code required and simplifying maintenance, developers can create remarkable apps for Android TV. The framework enables intuitive UI development, automatically updating the interface as the app’s state changes. Compose for TV seamlessly integrates with existing codebases, providing flexibility and speeding up the development process. With live previews and full support in Android Studio, developers can iterate rapidly, ensuring high-quality TV apps.

To assist developers in crafting visually appealing and immersive TV applications, Google is launching the TV Design Guidelines for Android TV. This comprehensive resource covers typography, color, navigation, and layout, enabling developers to create TV apps that are both aesthetically pleasing and easy to use. By following these guidelines, developers can ensure consistency across different TV interfaces, delivering a seamless user experience.

Recognizing the unique challenges of TV interaction, Google has also introduced TV-optimized components that align with the Material3 design philosophy. These components, such as bold focus elements for buttons and cards, are designed to enhance accessibility and provide an engaging experience on the TV screen. Developers can also leverage these components for custom surfaces, ensuring a cohesive and user-friendly interface across different TV applications.

With the launch of Compose for TV and the TV Design Guidelines, Google is revolutionizing the development process for Android TV apps. Developers now have access to a powerful UI framework that simplifies code, accelerates development, and delivers stunning user interfaces. Combined with the TV Design Guidelines, developers can create high-quality TV apps that captivate users and elevate their entertainment experience on Android TV.

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Google is providing improvements to Google TV that will see smaller and faster apps. Back in February, the search engine giant announced new updates to make it easier to find content on Google TV. These additional improvements will help free up space and speed up the performance of the system.

Google says a new feature called App Hibernation will help Google TV to automatically force apps to hibernate. The hibernation kicks in when the app is not used for over 30 days. This update is applicable to Android S devices and above. When an app is put into hibernation, it optimizes the system’s storage space. Additionally, the announcement on the Google TV Community page says that Android App Bundles will be used to reduce the size of apps by 25%. This is done in a way that only the sets of apps you need are available rather than every app.

Google has seemingly shortened the time it takes for Google TV to wake up, in addition to improvement on the response time between the TV and button presses on the remote. The amount of time spent on loading animations when rebooting has also been shortened.

The new features, according to the Google Community blog post, have already been rolled out. However, more improvements are expected to be churned out before the end of 2023. These improvements are aimed at enhancing the overall user experience of Google TV. There are no detailed roll-out plans on the Google TV updates at this time.

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Many of us know Xiaomi from its smartphones, but the company actually has a wide range of products. They have a presence in a variety of industries, from smart kitchen gadgets to electric vehicle systems. One notable product is their TV Box and TV Stick models, which are designed to transform old televisions into smart TVs. Recently, Xiaomi unveiled the second-generation 4K TV Box S model. Initially released in China, this device is now making its way to the global market with a notable update. Here are the details…

Xiaomi to Launch TV Box S 4K Globally with Google TV and Improved Remote

Introduced in 2016, the Xiaomi TV Box has been a part of our lives for quite some time. The company has achieved great success with this device, which it has kept up-to-date with small improvements, effectively extending the life of many older televisions (proven through experience). In 2018, Xiaomi launched the Mi Box S, which has remained its flagship offering on the global market. Now, Xiaomi has decided to finally offer the TV Box S 4K, which was introduced in China a while ago, to its global customers. The product has already appeared on the company’s official website shortly before its launch.

Although the release date and price of the device are not yet known, the product page gives us an idea of what to expect from the Xiaomi TV Box S 4K. Here are some notable features of the device:

Xiaomi TV Box S 4K, which is similar to the Mi Box S released in 2018 in many ways, differs in two key points. The first difference is that it will come with Google TV instead of Android TV, which is different from previous models. This change will not make a significant difference for users, but it promises a better interface and a more comprehensive operating system. The second difference is the remote control. Many of us are accustomed to Xiaomi’s remote control that supports Bluetooth and IR control. In the new model, there are more shortcuts and a Xiaomi TV+ button. This is an important change as the number of streaming platforms is rapidly increasing nowadays.

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Xiaomi unveiled a new television lineup in India today at the company’s Smarter Living 2023 event. It is officially called the Xiaomi Smart TV X Pro series and as the name suggests, it is a better version of last year’s vanilla X series.

The television comes with a 4K HDR-enabled screen and boots Google TV, which is first for a Xiaomi TV in India. Let’s go through all the features offered by it.

Xiaomi Smart TV X Pro Series Specifications

The Xiaomi  Smart TV X Pro series sports a bezel-less metallic frame. It is built around a 4K LED-backlit LCD panel that supports HDR10+, Dolby Vision IQ, and the company’s proprietary color profile — Vivid Picture Engine 2.

It arrives in three sizes, such as 43”, 50”, and 55”. The latter house 40W speakers, while the former packs 30W speakers. Anyway, all models support Dolby Atmos and DTS: X.

The television comes with an ambient light sensor for automatic brightness and far-field microphones for voice control. It boots Google TV OS with the brand’s own PatchWall content aggregation service.

There’s support for all leading streaming platforms, Chromecast Built-in, and Google Assistant. Unfortunately, it does not have Apple AirPlay, which is present on the recently released Redmi Smart Fire TV, courtesy of Amazon FireOS 7.

Finally, the connectivity options on the television include dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, 3 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB, an optical port, AV input, a headphone out, and Ethernet.

Xiaomi Smart TV X Pro Series Price and Availability in India

The Xiaomi Smart TV X Pro series will retail at the following price tags in India.

• 43-inch – ₹32,999 (~$400)
• 50-inch – ₹41,999 (~$500)
• 55-inch – ₹47,999 (~$600)

All three sizes will be available for purchase from 12 PM on April 19 via Mi.com, Flipkart, and offline retail partners. Customers can avail of up to ₹2,000 discount/cashback on select cards.

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With the increasing number of streaming services, monthly bills continue to pile up. However, there’s a growing number of free TV options offering everything from local news and popular shows to hit movies. Google TV is stepping up to make it easier than ever to find and enjoy these free channels. Here are the details…

Discover more than 800 free TV channels with Google TV

Google TV is introducing a new live TV experience that allows users to browse over 800 free TV channels from multiple providers. The service is integrating free channels from Tubi, Plex, and Haystack News directly into the Live tab, complementing the existing lineup of channels from Pluto TV. Additionally, Google TV is launching its own free built-in channels that don’t require downloading or launching an app.

Users can now access over 800 channels and premium programming, including news channels from NBC, ABC, CBS, and FOX. The platform also offers international channels with programming in more than 10 languages, such as Spanish, Hindi, and Japanese. The new TV guide compiles all the free TV channels for easy browsing, making it simple to find the content you want to watch, whether it’s true crime, classic TV reruns, or your favorite cooking show. Users can also save their “Favorites” to the top of the guide for quick access later.

If you have a premium live TV subscription from YouTube TV or Sling TV, or access to over-the-air channels, the Live tab will display those as well, consolidating all your live channels in one place.

The new live TV experience is available on all Google TV devices in the U.S., including Chromecast with Google TV and TVs with Google TV built-in from Sony, TCL, Hisense, and Philips. Google also plans to bring the new TV guide and free channels to eligible Android TV devices later this year.

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Xiaomi has been selling smart televisions in India since 2018. The first three models in the country shipped with software based on AOSP.

Following that, the company began to use Android TV in the region. Just last month, it released its first Fire TV-based television in India.

Now, Xiaomi is set to launch its first Google TV-powered television in India. Let’s check out the details shared by the brand so far.

Xiaomi India will be holding its Smarter Living 2023 event on April 13. At this conference, the company has now confirmed to debut the Xiaomi Smart TV X Pro series.

This new television will boot Google TV OS. The company is promoting this upcoming TV as ‘Designed by Xiaomi. Powered by Google.’

As per the teaser page on Mi.com, the device will come with a metal bezel-less design and a larger screen-to-body ratio. It will be equipped with a 4K panel with support for HDR10+ and Dolby Vision IQ.

The television will house 40W speakers with support for Dolby Atmos and DTS: X. Finally, it will ship with a voice-control-enabled Bluetooth remote control.

Although the brand hasn’t revealed it yet, the TV will likely arrive in multiple sizes. Going by the last year’s Xiaomi Smart TV X series, the Pro version should be available in 43-inch, 50-inch, and 55-inch models.

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A new Chromecast with Google TV could be featured on the Google Home app. A new leak points to this feature just months after its release. The new dongle was featured in a preview update for the Google Home app.

The new Google Chromecast dongle, according to the app preview, includes a new Google TV device with the YTC moniker. As a trend, the original Chromecast with Google TV was codenamed YTV, while the Chromecast with Google TV (HD) had the YTB codename. The inference to draw from the leaked codename is that the product will be another iteration of the Chromecast with Google TV.

Little is still known about the upcoming dongle outside the Google Home app preview. It could still be under development and is expected to be a high-end product higher than the HD variant of Chromecast. Moreover, there is a need to refresh the current Chromecast released in 2020. It is speculated that the new dongle will support AV1 decoding as a new Google standard. The device will also likely come with a more powerful chipset than its predecessor. There will also be improvements in storage and other features.

Google hasn’t made any announcement yet on the leaked Chromecast with Google TV. This is not the first time when a Google product will leak before its release. We, therefore, expect more release details for the upcoming dongle in the coming weeks. The price and availability details of the new device will also be available later. The mystery however remains that the specific release date for the product is not known. In addition, this could well be a rumor that the company doesn’t have any plans to pursue.

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A new Google Chromecast with Google TV has been launched in India. The device is very compact, thin, and versatile. It can easily connect via HDMI to your TV and delivers 4K HDR output. It offers a frame rate of 60fps. The new Chromecast is priced at Rs. 6,399 (~$81) and can be purchased from Flipkart. It comes with a YouTube Premium package for up to three months.

The Google Chromecast with Google TV supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HDR 10+ streaming. It also features Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Atmos pass-through audio. The Chromecast has HDMI and USB ports for easy connection to the TV, while Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity are also available. It runs on Android TV OS and weighs about 118g.

Other features available in the Chromecast include a Bluetooth voice remote with infra-red to control the TV. The soundbar comes with a receiver, an integrated microphone, and an Accelerator.

Google Chromecast with Google TV has a dedicated Google Assistant button, as well as YouTube and Netflix buttons. It has Google programmable TV controls for easier operation. Only the snow color variant is available for the device currently. Users can get personalized suggestions from their subscription and a Watchlist. You can add to your Watchlist from several devices including your smartphone or laptop.

Apart from the Chromecast, the package also includes a power adaptor, a power cable, a voice remote, and two AAA batteries.

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Sony has launched the Bravia 32W830K 32-inch Smart TV in India. The Japanese tech giant is known to be the manufacturer of top-of-the-shelf consumer electronics and its TVs continue to be trailblazers in the industry. The new Sony smart TV is an HD-ready television and comes integrated with Google TV OS. The Bravia 32W830K has been launched with a price tag of Rs 28,990 (~$373) and can be purchased through Sony centers and e-commerce platforms.

Talking about the features, the Sony Bravia 32W830K comes with a 32-inch HD-ready LCD display with a resolution of 1,366×768 pixels and a 50Hz refresh rate. The display also carries support for HDR10 and HLG formats. For sound, it features two 10W full-range speakers that support Dolby Atmos Audio. It also has 16GB of inbuilt storage.

Moreover, the Sony smart TV comes integrated with Sony’s proprietary X Reality Pro, Live Colour, and MotionFlow XR200. It also includes well-known Sony Picture Modes such as Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Game, Graphics, and others. The TV also supports Amazon Alexa, allowing you to control the smart TV through Alexa-enabled devices.

For connectivity, the Bravia 32W830K 32-inch Smart TV has Wi-Fi 2.5GHz/5GHz, Bluetooth 5, 3x HDMI, 1x Ethernet port, 2 x USB port, 2x audio inputs, and a Digital ARC port. It also supports HomeKit and AirPlay, which lets you stream content using iPhones and iPads. Thanks to Sony’s X Protection Pro, the TV is protected from dust, humidity, power surges, and lightning strikes.

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Google I/O event is on the horizon, and we are expecting a lot of cool features to be launched. Google recently rolled out the last beta update of Android 12 QPR3 for Pixel devices. Now Android 13 Beta 1 for Google TV has officially arrived for testing. The update is exclusively for developers.

Testing this update is quite difficult, unlike the Android 13 Beta 1 updates, which can be easily installed on any latest Pixel phone. To test and validate your app for the Google TV experience, you need to install the system image for the ADT-3 Developer Kit. You can alternatively use the Android Emulator for TV.

Google has found the following problems, which do not provide the most stable experience. Review them to know what to expect:

• When Bluetooth headphones are connected, AV playback on some apps does not work.
• In some cases when trying to pair Bluetooth devices, pressing the side button on the ADT-3 device does not activate a Bluetooth device search. If remote pairing is lost, you can work around this by using ADB commands to simulate remote input. Alternatively, you can reflash the unit.
• Remote control buttons can’t be reconfigured using the Remote & Accessories menu.
• The option to change HDMI-CEC control is currently missing from the Remote & Accessories menu.
• When casting to 4k TVs, only the top left quarter of the image is shown.
• In some cases when the ADT-3 device is connected to an LG TV, the remote control does not work.
• When using the Google Play Movies app, 4K playback is corrupted by a gray screen and noise.
• For iOS devices, the Google Home app fails to connect to the ADT-3 device. To work around this issue, use the Google Home app on an Android device or the ADT-3 remote control.

If you are one of the lucky ones with an ADT-3 dev box, head over here to see what this new update has to offer.

Please note that once you successfully flash the ADT-3 to Android 13, you will not be able to return to the previous Android 12 build without wiping all the user data.

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Despite Amazon and Roku still dominating the smart TV segment, Google’s Android TVs are also gaining popularity. It is estimated that the platform has already crossed the 100 million total users milestone last year.

The news arrives from a Google spokesperson who shared this information with 9to5Google. The spokesperson confirmed some new figures related to the Android TV OS. As of right now, the platform along with Google TV run on more than 110 million monthly active devices combined. In other words, it marks a significant growth in terms of popularity and userbase. Back in May 2021, the search engine giant had reported on just 80 million active devices running on its platform.

This means that over 30 million new devices have been added to this figure since that month. According to the report, a majority of the growth is from the Chromecast with Google TV, as well as TCL‘s Android TV OS models. Furthermore, Google also attributed the strong growth to its various partners, which now number over 250 across the globe. This includes more a 170 pay TV operator partners.

Notably, the company had also announced the latest Android TV 12 operating system back in December 2021. Although, it has yet to be released for commercial devices at the moment. Regardless, brands like TCL, Sony, and Hisense all launched new Google TV models during the CES 2022 event. So, its well on its way to become a major rival to the likes of both Amazon and Roku.

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TCL had recently suspended the sales of its 6 Series and 5 Series Google TVs temporarily due to an issue that caused them to run slow and face software based bugs. Now, the company has announced that its TVs are going on sale again.

According to a spokesperson of the Chinese company, “Recent software updates have allowed us to make significant improvements on the stability and speed of the TCL televisions featuring Google TV. With these updates, this product now represents the powerful performance that TCL and Google believe is the future of TV.” In other words, the resumption of sales arrives as it finally released a new software that fixes most, if not, all of these issues.

For those unaware, the brand is known for its TVs that feature Roku software. However, it has also launched some Android TV products as well in the past. On the other hand, the 6 Series (R646) and 5 Series (R546) are its first TV models that feature Google TV. Although, early buyers of these models found that the their TV suffered from slow performance and some major bugs when using the new TV.

So for those using the Google TV powered the company’s newer models, you should receive an update prompt to bring your TV to the latest firmware that should improve performance and overall experience. As per an official statement from the brand, “TCL is committed to delivering premium products with world class experiences and the new product featuring Google TV is certainly no different.”

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T-Mobile has quietly announced the TVision Hub – a streaming dongle with essentially the same design as the Chromecast with Google TV, but with a couple of changes. It would be the second Google TV streaming stick to be sold in the United States.

Coming to the changes, firstly, there’s a clear difference between the remotes of the two dongles, with the one for the TVision having a dedicated power and input controls for the TV, a live TV guide shortcut, and three app shortcuts to YouTube, Netflix, and a T-Mobile-branded TV app (via 9to5Google). It’s unclear what the app exactly is for but it could be possible that T-Mobile has created it for supplying curated content by itself.

The other notable change is that TVision Hub features a built-in Ethernet port that’s seemingly paired with a micro-USB port for power. But T-Mobile’s website does state that USB-C is also available.

The dongle makes use of the Amlogic S905Y4 chip, which is a newer and more powerful chip than the one found in the Chromecast with Google TV and even comes with AV1 decoding. And on top of that, it boots into Android TV OS 11 out of the box, which is something the Chromecast is yet to see.

It remains to be seen if T-Mobile has made any changes to Google TV’s UI but the product page does mention 4K HDR support.

If interested in purchasing the TVision Hub, it could cost you just $50, although T-Mobile Home Internet customers can even get it for free.

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TCL is one of the well-known companies when it comes to TVs and most of the models from the brand come running the Roku operating system. However, the company has been expanding the options for its users and has added models with Android TV as well.

In line with that, earlier this year, the company announced its plan of selling TVs running the Google TV operating system. The devices were recently made available for purchase through Best Buy but now they are being pulled out.

TCL has now pulled all the four models — 50-inch (50S546), 55-inch (55S546), 65-inch (65S546), and 75inch (75S546) from the stores because of the performance and software related issues on the devices.

In a statement, the company said: “TCL is committed to delivering premium products with world-class experiences and the new product featuring Google TV is certainly no different. However, it has come to our attention that some are facing challenges with the stability of the user interface featured on TCL sets with Google TV. Our high-performance TVs are constantly evolving and recent software updates have allowed us to make significant progress, but we are continuing to refine our products featuring Google TV. Our customers will see marked improvements in the weeks to come and their patience is appreciated.”

For the existing users of these TV models, TCL says that the users can install the latest available updates and the process has been explained on the support page.

Apart from the software issues, the Google TV-powered models have been quite good and most of the reviews are also good, except for the software issues. We can just hope that TCL fixes the issues as soon as possible so that those who have already bought these models can start having a good experience when using them.

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After the October release of Android 12 on the latest Google Pixel devices, the TV version of Android 12 has finally managed to exit beta testing. On November 30, the official release of the Android TV 12 was announced for developers, indicating that the update may soon go live on your smart TVs.

So what new features made it into the final cut for Android TV 12?

The Android TV 12 focuses on improving user interface elements when viewing the interface on the 4K TVs. Till now, the main interface was only rendered in 1080p and when selecting something to watch, it switches to 4K, causing some “lag.”

The new update brings new background blurring to “easily enhance the visual separation of different UI layers.” There’s also a new refresh rate setting for a “smoother viewing experience.” Applications can also check playback settings and change the frame rates based on what’s being viewed. Google is also including support for HDMI CEC 2.0.

Another significant feature coming with this new update is related to privacy control. Google is now implementing microphone and camera indicators that appear on TV. These are the same indicators found on smartphones when an app uses a camera or microphone. This feature is for those who don’t want the microphone or a connected camera always being active and will grant complete control over them.

Beyond Google’s announcements, we did find a few more minor tweaks to Android TV and Google TV that will come with Android 12. The biggest of these is a feature called “Quick Connect.” Available under the “Network and Internet” section, Quick Connect for Android TV generates a QR code that mobile users can scan. The scanned code on the phone will lead to the Android TV’s Wi-Fi connection page allowing users to handle the text input from the mobile itself.

If you are interested in trying out the Android TV 12, You’ll need an ADT-3 — Google’s development box for the platform — to get it up and running today. The update is available for manual download here.

Unfortunately, there’s no word of this update hitting Google’s Chromecast dongle, which is still running Android TV OS 10 and hasn’t seen any updates in a few months.

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Among the new products announced at the Realme event in India today is the Realme 4K Smart Googe TV Stick. It is the first streaming stick from a third-party manufacturer to launch with Google TV. Those who live in India will be particularly considering the Chromecast with Google TV isn’t sold in the country.

Prior to its launch, a leak revealed the specifications of the realme 4K Smart Google TV Stick and among the provided details was the storage capacity which was stated to be 16GB. That was pleasant news as the Chromecast with Google TV’s measly 8GB of storage wasn’t sufficient and that resulted in user complaints. In my excitement, I even penned down an article about how it was better than Google’s own streaming dongle. Turns out the information was incorrect and the Realme TV Stick doesn’t have 16GB storage but 8GB!

It is disappointing to see manufacturers making the same mistake as competitors. With 8GB of storage, of which less than that is available out of the box, users will soon run into storage issues within a short period.

The spec sheet on the product page states the Realme 4K Smart TV Stick has 2GB of RAM and 8GB of storage. It also has a processor with four Arm Cortex-A35 cores for its CPU and a dual-core GPU. It has HDR10+ support and can stream in 4K at 60fps. The product page also mentions Bluetooth 5.0 and HDMI 2.1.

The Realme 4K Smart TV Stick doesn’t have a stylish Bluetooth remote like the Chromecast with Google TV but it isn’t bad. Its buttons include a circular directional pad with a yellow ring inside it, a mute button, a power button, a settings button, volume control buttons, a Google Assistant button, and shortcut buttons for Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, and YouTube Music.

Realme has put a ₹3,999 (~$53) price tag on the streaming stick which is a few bucks higher than the $49 price tag of the Chromecast with Google TV. The manufacturer is yet to reveal when it will be available for purchase.

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When you open up Netflix, you get get a splash page that shows the different profiles available. It is a pretty neat feature, one that Android TV (and Google TV) users have wanted for ages. Google has now revealed that personalized profiles a.k.a. multi-user support will be coming to Google TV starting next month.

Last year, Google stated that support for multiple user profiles was one of the top features on its mind but it didn’t say when the feature will be available. However, it revealed back then that it was working on a Kids Profile which began rolling out to users in March of this year.

According to The Verge, they have been informed by a Google spokesperson that multiple user support with individual profiles will be available next month starting with the Chromecast with Google TV and TCL and Sony TVs powered by Google TV. With individual profiles, recommendations, watchlists, and even Google Assistant help will be personalized. Google has also revealed that downloaded apps and credentials can be used across profiles. There is no mention of profiles coming to Android TV.

Apart from personalized profiles, Google will also roll out a separate feature called “glanceable cards”. These are small information cards that are displayed when the TV is idle. Users will see personalized information such as news, weather, and sports in addition to shortcuts to photos and podcasts.

The source also mentioned that the new mobile remote app for Google TV which was announced last month for Android will be added to the Google Home app for Android and iOS soon.

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Realme will announce its first TV streaming stick this week. The device will launch as the Realme 4K Google TV Stick and it will run Google TV out of the box, making it the second portable streaming device that runs Google TV. When Realme’s streaming dongle arrives, it will come with a feature that puts it ahead of Google’s own portable streaming device, the Chromecast with Google TV.

One common user complaint of streaming dongles such as the Mi TV Stick and the Chromecast with Google TV is their abysmal storage capacity. Both aforementioned streaming devices have just 8GB of onboard storage, of which less than that is user-accessible out of the box. What is worse is that there is no cheap way to add extra storage.

The result of this meagre storage capacity is having insufficient space after installing a few apps. Users have to uninstall apps or games before they can install new ones or even update old ones. Yes, once you have insufficient storage, it is almost impossible to install an update for an app.

Realme is changing that with its own Google TV stick which has been reported will have 16GB of onboard storage, double that of the Chromecast with Google TV. While users will have less than 16GB of storage out of the box, we presume there will be at least 12GB of user-accessible storage space, more than double the 5GB of storage available out of the box on the Chromecast with Google TV.

At the moment, we don’t know how much the Realme 4K Google TV Stick will cost. It most likely will sell for higher than ₹2,999 (~$40), the price tag of the Mi TV Stick in India, which has an output of 1080p. However, there are reports Realme’s device will be priced under ₹5000 (~$68). For context, the Chromecast with Google TV is sold for $50 which converts to about ₹3685. If it were sold in India, it would cost more than that.

Will you purchase the Realme 4K Google TV Stick when it launches?

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Google TV, the smart TV platform from the search engine giant which is based on the Android operating system and is powering devices like Chromecast as Smart TVs, could soon get support for free TV channels.

As per the report coming from Protocol, Google is in talks with free and ad-supported streaming television providers about the possibility of adding those channels to its smart TV platform. It will have a similar feel to the traditional TV with commercial breaks.

It is being speculated that the free streaming channels could get launched on Google TV in the coming weeks or months, but the company may wait to announce the initiative with its Smart TV partners sometime early next year.

As for the usage, it’s likely that the users will be getting a dedicated live TV menu to browse through the channels. On smart TVs, the streaming channels are expected to be presented alongside over-the-air programming that can be accessed with an antenna.

What Google is trying to do isn’t something new. Smart TV platform Roku has already launched a similar platform that boasts around 10,000 TV episodes and films. It also has more than 200 free channels. Even TV makers like Samsung and LG have also integrated free streaming channels on their platforms.

Google first forayed into the free TV streaming category when it unveiled the Android TV platform in 2014. It had a live channels framework for aggregating live programming from streaming apps and over-the-air broadcasters, but it never gained much traction.

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Earlier this week, news broke out that realme will be soon launching its first-ever streaming device in India. Earlier today, the brand hinted that this product will go official on September 24. A few hours from that, the key features of this TV accessory have been revealed by a leaker.

Tipster Yogesh Brar has partnered with RealmeTimes to share the key highlights of the upcoming realme 4K Google TV Stick. Let’s take a look at what he has to say about the first such product from realme.

As the name suggests, the first streaming device from realme will arrive in a stick form factor. Further, this product will run Google TV on top of the Android TV operating system. In fact, it will be the first streaming TV stick with the new Google TV interface.

The television accessory will be powered by a quad-core Amlogic SoC paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage. Thanks to this chipset, it will have support for 4K resolution at 60fps, HDR10+, Bluetooth 4.2, and dual-band WiFi. 

Like any other streaming stick, it will ship with a voice-enabled remote control. Last but not least, it will come with an HDMI 2.1 port.

As far as price is concerned, Yogesh says that the realme 4K Google TV stick could cost under ₹5,000 ($68) in India. How much do you think this accessory will cost in the country? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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Yesterday, in an interview with GSMArena, the CEO of realme India confirmed that the brand will be soon launching a TV stick in the country. Within hours, the promo page for the 2021 edition of Flipkart’s ‘The Big Billion Days’ sale reveals the design and software of this upcoming streaming device from realme.

The world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand entered the smart TV category last year. The brand currently sells four television models in India, and two of them come in two different sizes.

These TVs will be soon accompanied by a streaming device called realme 4K Google TV Stick. As the name suggests, this product will likely run Google TV launcher on top of the Android TV operating system.

The realme TV stick will be the first-ever streaming device in India with Google TV. For those unaware, even the brand’s televisions don’t have access to this new software, just like TV models from most other companies.

Further, as per the render on Flipkart, the product will look like a candy bar with an HMDI port and a possible USB Type-A port. Other than that, going by the name, we can expect it to support 4K streaming. It might be also capable to run HDR content.

Having said that, realme is yet to officially start teasing its first streaming device for India. At the same time, Flipkart hasn’t announced the dates for the Big Billion Days sale.

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After months of waiting Google has finally brought Stadia to the Chromecast with Google TV. If you don’t have Google’s streaming stick, you can also experience the game streaming service “on officially supported Android TV OS devices”.

Google had revealed earlier this month that it was going to bring the game streaming service to its the latest Chromecast device today, thus allowing owners to play on their TV. It has kept its promise as the service is now available.

However, while the service may now be available for you, you won’t be able to play unless you have the official Stadia Controller or a compatible third-party controller. Google has revealed that some supported controllers that work via Bluetooth and USB connectivity include the PlayStation DualShock 4, the Xbox One Controller, and Xbox Adaptive Controller. The Xbox One Elite Controller and Xbox 360 Controller work only via USB. If you have a Bluetooth controller not listed, you can try it as it may also work. Unfortunately, you can’t use a keyboard and mouse to play.

The Stadia App is already listed on the Google Play Store. You can install it remotely from your PC or fire up the Play Store app on your TV to install it. You can also grab the APK from APKMirror.

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Google TV made its debut last year on the Chromecast with Google TV streaming dongle. Following its announcement, it was revealed that the new TV interface will be available on other devices including smart TVs, thus replacing Android TV. TCL is one of the brands that will launch new TVs running Google TV and it has revealed when we should expect the new models.

News of TCL TVs running Google TV was first revealed by the company in January. The Chinese manufacturer whose TVs are widely popular in North America announced that it will launch Google TV-powered models this year in the United States but didn’t say when.

Now, It has been reported that the new TVs will arrive in a month or two according to Shalini Govil-Pai, the VP of Google TV. The executive had revealed the info during a keynote interview for StreamTV Show 2021. This is good news for those who have been waiting for the TVs to arrive.

Back in January, TCL had revealed that it will combine Google TV with its own display technology such as miniLED, QLED, and 8K, so we should expect these TVs to come bundled with the aforementioned features. We do not know if these TVs will come with Stadia, Google’s game streaming service which will be available next week on the Chromecast with Google TV.

Mr. Govil-Pai also reiterated that Google plans to replace Android TV with Google TV. We still do not know how and when this will happen but there is a chance only a few devices will be upgraded.

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One of the major complaints of users of Android TV is the lack of multiple users support. This means that all the favorite content of a household with multiple users are mashed together. Folks expected Google to address the issue with the launch of Google TV but that wasn’t the case. Now, it has been reported that the Chromecast with Google TV will be getting a Kids Profile soon.

This is technically not multi-user support but it means parents or guardians will be able to create a separate interface for kids. With a separate profile for kids, parents will be able to restrict kids from certain content that would otherwise be accessible via the main profile.

The news of a Kids Profile for the device was posted in a support thread by a Google spokesperson, reports XDA-Developers. The statement said that the feature should begin rolling out to users “in the next month (or so)”. It also adds that the feature will allow a safe space to be created for kids in Google TV.

Parents or guardians will be able to choose what apps should be made available to kids, however, there will be some default apps such as YouTube Kids. The Kids Profile will require a PIN if a user wants to exit it. This is to prevent kids from accessing a parent or guardian’s account.

Hi Rob, thanks for reaching out. Regarding multiple user profiles in Chromecast with Google TV, not at this time, but it’s top of mind for us. We are unable to share details on our road-map. Stay tuned to our social media channels for news and updates.

— Google Nest (@googlenest) October 11, 2020

Google still plans to bring multi-user support to the Chromecast with Google TV. Last October, it said in a reply to a user’s tweet that the feature was a top priority for them but didn’t say when to expect it. We hope it arrives soon and is made available to devices running Android TV too.

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When Google announced the Chromecast with Google TV last year, it revealed that the new interface will come to other Android TV devices. It appears TCL may be one of the first manufacturers to bring Google TV to its existing smart TVs.

The Chinese manufacturer had revealed to FlatpanelsHD that it plans to update its 2019 and 2020 lineup of Android TVs to Android 11 for TVs. Google announced Android 11 for TVs last September but TCL says that the update is scheduled for Q3 2021 when Android 12 must have been released.

In its statement to the blog, TCL said that it has not yet been decided if the update will bring the new Google TV system, the official Twitter account for TCL Europe said in a tweet that ”Your experience will be upgraded from Android TV to the new Google TV system…”.

Shout out to @Google TV’s Senior Engineering Director for our partnership
Your experience will be upgraded from #AndroidTV to the new #GoogleTV system & #TCL is proud to be one of the first providers this year https://t.co/t830lVsxGP pic.twitter.com/EwyUn4fZzv

— TCL_Europe (@TCL_Europe) January 15, 2021

EDITOR’S PICK: TCL adopts Google TV for the upcoming 2021 models in the United States

We will advise that you don’t get too excited until there is an official announcement that specifically says that the 2019 and 2020 models will get Google TV. However, TCL has confirmed that its 2021 TVs will get Google TV while TVs from 2018 and earlier will not be updated.

Android 11 for TVs brings a number of new features such as Auto Low Latency Mode and low latency media decoding. It also brings privacy features such as one-time permissions. Other known features that come with the update are extended gamepad support, silent boot mode for system updates, and inactivity prompts.

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TCL, which is one of the biggest companies in the Smart TVs market, has announced at CES 2021 that the company will launch the TCL Google TV series in the United States this year and will soon be rolled out to other regions.

The company adds that they will combine Google’s new entertainment experience, Google TV, with its own display technologies such as Mini-LED, 8K, and QLED. It is aiming to offer users a stunning media consumption experience with better access to content.

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This is quite a change for TCL which has so far been using Roku TV as the platform in most of the devices, including the recently launched 6-Series and 8-Series of high-end Smart TVs. However, the company adopted Android TV for some models in the 3-Series and 4-Series in the US last year.

For those who are unaware, Google TV, which was introduced last year along with the Chromecast with Google TV, comes with a revamped user interface that better integrates with the system and makes it easier for the users to find shows and movies from different apps and services.

Currently, the company has not revealed which series of Smart TVs will be getting the option of Google TV and if the previous Android TV models will be eligible for an update. We expect to know more about this from the company in the coming weeks or months.

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If you are grabbing any of LG’s new 2021 TVs, then you may not need to purchase a gaming console as the manufacturer will be bringing two of the biggest streaming services to the TVs this year.

According to LG, its TVs will get support for Google Stadia soon after they begin to ship in spring. This means users will be able to connect a gamepad to their TV and play the latest games on Google Stadia. If you prefer NVIDIA’s GeForce Now game streaming service, that too will be coming to the TVs but at a later date.

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It is not yet known if older TVs will get the game streaming services but even if they do, it will be select models. If your TV is not getting it, don’t fret as Stadia will be available on Google TV later this year according to Google, so you can pick up the Google Chromecast with Google TV for just $49.

Google Stadia is currently available on Android, iOS via a web app, and on computers via the Chrome browser. The service costs $9.99 per month but users can also purchase individual games.

GeForce Now is available on Windows PC, Mac OS, NVIDIA Shield, Chromebook, Android, and on iPads and iPhones in beta via the safari web browser. The service costs $4.99 a month. Users can also sync their library of games from Steam.

LG is not the only one getting Stadia on its TVs, The Verge reports that Sony’s new line of TVs will also be getting the service.

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Google’s September 30 event is going to see the tech giant unveil a bunch of new products including the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5. Google is also expected to announce its streaming dongle dubbed Google Chromecast with Google TV. Ahead of the launch, specs and press renders of the device have been published.

The Google Chromecast with Google TV (that is a mouthful) is the device that is codenamed “Sabrina”. The specs and renders were published by Winfuture.de. According to the source, the streaming stick is powered by the Amlogic S905X2 and is paired with 2GB of RAM. This matches the specs earlier revealed a few months ago. The internal memory is said to be small but the capacity is not stated.

The dongle has an HDMI cable at one end while the main body houses a USB port for power, a status LED, and a reset button.

The renders give us a better look at the device and its unusual remote. There is the Google “G” logo we have come to recognize on Pixel phones engraved on the dongle. The remote is shaped like a large pill with a D-pad at the top. The power button which is usually found at the top in most remotes is at the bottom.

Other buttons on the remote include a back/return button, a Google Assistant button, a home button, a mute button, dedicated buttons for YouTube and Netflix, and side-mounted volume controls. Of course, there is a microphone on the remote.

The price of the Google Chromecast with Google TV is reported to be as low as $49. It will support 4K streaming and should run a new Android TV interface. When it launches, it will be available in Rock Candy, Como Blue, and Summer Melon.

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Earlier this year, Google was reported to be working on a streaming device. The same report also said that the search giant may rebrand “Android TV” to “Google TV”. This device in question is codenamed “Sabrina”, which has leaked several times over the past few months.  Now, new leak sort of reveals it’s marketing name.

The new information about Google Sabrina streaming device comes from Artem Russakovskii of Android Police. The founder of the publication tweeted that this upcoming device is listed as “Google Chromecast with Google TV” in Target’s retail system for $49.99.

This new leak not only confirms the name of the forthcoming Google streaming device but also rebranding of Android TV to Google TV. Previously, it was said that the search giant may launch it under Nest branding but that does not seem to be the case. Actually, it is good that Google is sticking with “Chromecast” branding as it is popular among consumers for years.

Further, the listing also reveals the colors Sabrina will be available in. They are “Rocky Candy”, “Summer Melon”, and “Summer Blue” respectively.

Previous findings of this device have revealed its content-based UI different from the current-gen Android TV, hardware specifications, and certain software features.

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According to multiple reports, Google could be soon launching a streaming device by rebranding Android TV to either Nest or Google. It is expected to be a successor to the current-gen Chromecasts with remote control. 

Google Chromecast was popular during its early days. But its demand has now faded away with a rise of better competitor products from Amazon and Roku. However, Google’s Android TV platform is doing fine with a partnership with multiple TV manufacturers and cable companies.

But it does not have a flagship streaming device under its own branding. This is what Google is expected to change with a new mystery device.

As per the sources, this upcoming streaming device from the internet search giant will focus more on content than apps. But it will do come with Play Store for apps. Additionally, it is also expected to support Google Stadia, the company’s cloud gaming platform.

Whatever it is, it could have gone official at Google I/O 2020. Unfortunately, that is not happening due to global pandemic. Instead, Google will only live stream Android 11 Beta launch on June 3.

Even if it goes official sometime later this year, it can get delayed due to supply chain issues.

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