Just a month ago, Google announced that it would be adding Plex, TubiTV, and Haystack to the 'Live' tab on Google TV (and Android TV) for a total of over 800 free channels. These would join PlutoTV, which was added a while back, and kicked off the integration into the company's TV operating … [Read more...] about Android TV is launching a ‘Live’ tab with over 800 free channels to match the Google TV experience
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Google TV is getting a redesign for its ‘Apps only’ mode
Not everyone is interested in all of the suggestion tiles and recommendations that Google TV provides, especially as it's become increasingly more spammy and full of advertisements, even for physical products. Under these circumstances, many will just enable 'Apps only' mode to cut the clutter. … [Read more...] about Google TV is getting a redesign for its ‘Apps only’ mode
Google TV update hibernates your apps to save storage space, implements performance tricks
Let's cut to the chase - the Chromecast with Google TV dongle has been a rollercoaster ride of mixed experiences. Depending on who you ask, it's either blazing fast or dirt slow, and I can't quite figure out why there's such a difference in user perceptions. For me, it's been more of the … [Read more...] about Google TV update hibernates your apps to save storage space, implements performance tricks
Walmart’s new 4K onn. Google TV is now available
Back in February, a new 4K Google TV dongle from Walmart's in-house brand onn. surfaced online with an upgraded processor. The new version of the affordable streaming stick showed little else in the way of upgrades apart from the aforementioned processor and the box's branding being changed from … [Read more...] about Walmart’s new 4K onn. Google TV is now available
Walmart listing shows off the follow-up to their excellent, affordable Google TV streamer
Back when the Chromecast with Google TV first debuted, there was an almost-immediate competitor that rose up to challenge it. Walmart's in-house Onn. Android TV Streaming Box (super-cool name, right?) took us by surprise and in my house, at least, it became a go-to solution for TVs not found in our … [Read more...] about Walmart listing shows off the follow-up to their excellent, affordable Google TV streamer
Google TV adds Plex, Tubi, and Haystack to the ‘Live’ tab for a total of over 800 free channels
Everyone likes free stuff, right? Do you remember last year when Google TV added channels from Pluto TV to its "Live" tab? While a popular update, today's news will blow that out of the water. Free channels from Plex, Tubi TV, and even Haystack News are being added to that very same "Live" tab, … [Read more...] about Google TV adds Plex, Tubi, and Haystack to the ‘Live’ tab for a total of over 800 free channels
Google TV cuts the clutter and works on simplifying its user interface
Before you get excited, no, Google TV did not cut down on the number of ads it shows users. Instead, it's cutting down on the number of tabs it's showing you at the top of its interface. In a Keyword blog post today, the company revealed that your living room TV will be easier on the eyes. In an … [Read more...] about Google TV cuts the clutter and works on simplifying its user interface
Walmart is launching a new onn. 4K Android TV device very soon
If the rumors are true and I have no reason to believe otherwise, Google has a new Chromecast w/Google TV in the works. We don't have any details on what this update to Google's streaming dongle will bring nor do we have any inclination as to when it will be announced. As of the publication time of … [Read more...] about Walmart is launching a new onn. 4K Android TV device very soon
YouTube TV 4K Plus deal gets you Ultra HD television for just $4.99 per month for 2 years
Anyone who's still subscribed to YouTube TV is likely subscribed because its live TV and sports offerings are unparalleled. While I may not be big on programming latent with advertisements and prefer strictly on-demand content, I still get it. Last year, Google launched a 4K Plus package that … [Read more...] about YouTube TV 4K Plus deal gets you Ultra HD television for just $4.99 per month for 2 years
The next Google TV remote will charge by itself using the light in your living room
Google TV has done much to revolutionize the living room and how we use it for entertainment as one central hub that's both approachable and simplified. It doesn't get everything right, I dislike the heavy advertising, and Google certainly takes years to add what's needed for the core experience, … [Read more...] about The next Google TV remote will charge by itself using the light in your living room
5 great Chromecast with Google TV experiences you and your family can enjoy this Christmas
It's the most wonderful time of the- well, I suppose that depends on who you ask. For many, Christmas is a season that brings about warm, fuzzy feelings, and even for those of us Floridians who don't get snow and probably never will, it's a time of heightened happiness. Hey, we get a little cold … [Read more...] about 5 great Chromecast with Google TV experiences you and your family can enjoy this Christmas
Google TV spotlights the Best of 2022 based on our viewing habits
As we get closer to the end of the year, many of us enjoy reminiscing about the good times and the things that brought us joy. I don't know about you, but I do consider myself a bit of a movie buff, and watching movies and TV shows is one of the things that most bring me joy. Thankfully, Google TV … [Read more...] about Google TV spotlights the Best of 2022 based on our viewing habits
