The OnHub was Google’s very first attempt at creating a wireless router and paved the way for Google Wifi. It was released all the way back in 2016 by both TP-Link and Asus, and to date, this device is still out there being used by many faithful consumers. It features both 2.4 GHz and 5 […]
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Youtube TV could soon cost just $50 if Disney-owned channels get removed
Every now and again, you’ll probably see that Youtube TV has trouble renewing contracts with its content partners, and as a result, the consumer ends up suffering. Unfortunately, it’s standard practice that these deals need to be discussed periodically, for all parties involved, and today’s news is no different. Disney-owned channels are up for negotiation […]
Continue ReadingIt looks like Roku and Google have agreed to stay together for the kids
Over the past few months, Google and Roku have been going back and forth trading blows with the boxing gloves over whether or not the Youtube and Youtube TV apps would be available on Roku devices once their agreement for it expired. At first, Roku called out Google in an abrasive email for having “anti-competitive […]
Continue ReadingPluto TV now integrated into Google TV’s “Live” tab, free Peacock Premium for a limited time
Update 12/9/21 – In the article, we stated that you would be able to stream Pluto TV natively through Google TV’s “Live” TV tab without having to install the Pluto TV app at all. This was incorrect! You must first install the app in order to gain integration on Google TV’s interface. The Chromecast with […]
Continue ReadingYoutube playlists on Android TV receive updated interface, no longer autoplays videos
Android TV and other Google TV devices using version 2.15.006 of the Youtube app are beginning to receive a brand new user interface for playlists. First discovered by 9to5Google, the new UI is clean and professional, and has one major difference from the previous iteration that once populated the space. Instead of autoplaying all of […]
Continue ReadingUser Profiles for Google TV have been delayed, will release in the coming months instead
Not long ago, I was overjoyed to finally be writing the headline “Chromecast with Google TV will finally receive personalized user profiles”. The fact that this long-sought-after feature was inbound after Google’s streaming dongle failed to launch with it, and users have had to go without it all this time since had me ecstatic. To […]
Continue ReadingHoliday ringtones for Nest Doorbells return, but this time they’re free
Last year, Google released festive ringtones for its Nest Hello doorbell, but they were locked behind a Nest Aware subscription. On top of that, some users were having issues with them triggering. This year, the company is bringing these fun little tunes back. The best part is that this time around, they’re absolutely free to […]
Continue ReadingSmart Deal: Gen 2 Lenovo Smart Clock w/free Smart Bulb for $25!
Some of my favorite Google Assistant smart displays don’t actually come from the creator of the Assistant platform. Instead, I am a huge fan of Lenovo’s growing variety of smart home devices. From the 7″ display I keep on my kitchen counter to the second generation smart clock that adorns my nightstand, Lenovo’s Assistant-enabled smart […]
Continue ReadingYour 2021 Cyber Monday Chromebook and Google Assistant Deals
Another big shopping day has arrived and while many already have their Black Friday shopping “in the bag,” there are plenty of deals to be had on a new Chromebook or Google Assistant-enabled smart device. Whether you’re just getting started or you have some last-minute gift ideas to take care of, there are plenty of […]
Continue ReadingNew Youtube TV subscribers can get their first month for just fifteen bucks after a free trial
Google is offering some interesting pricing for new subscribers who want to get started with live TV for the holidays. At just $0.99 apiece, a slew of add-on channels can be added to your account upon signing up. This pricing is valid for the first two months, after which you’ll be paying the full price […]
Continue ReadingGet 6 free months of Peacock Premium free when you buy a new Chromecast with Google TV
NBC and Google are teaming up to give new Android TV and Google TV device owners a free six months of Peacock Premium. In a new tweet by the Made by Google account, the companies advertise the fact that one of the best shows in the world, The Office, is on the platform in its […]
Continue Reading[U] Wasserstein throws Black Friday party with discounts on Nest Cam and Doorbell bundles
Correction: The Wasserstein Nest Cam (Battery) with Charging Station Bundle is actually $140 off! The information we received reflected that it was $229.98 normally, but it was actually $329.98 before being discounted. We’ve left the original information intact, but you’ll see this price reflected up until December 1, 2021, on the Wasserstein website. Wasserstein, a […]
Continue ReadingThe Google Play Store will now allow you to install Android TV apps right from your phone
Rolling out now is the ability to directly install compatible Android TV apps on your set-top boxes right from the Google Play Store on your Android devices. The feature was first discovered by a Redditor who goes by the name Avigi. For this individual, you can see below that in their attempt to install MX […]
Continue ReadingThe price of Nest Hub’s sleep tracking feature may cause you to lose sleep
In a blog post today, Google detailed several new enhancements to its Sleep Sensing technology built into the 2nd generation Nest Hub via Project Soli. Having better insights into your rest habits like whether you snore, cough, or sleep uncomfortably is useful, and even free at this time through the device, but will soon become […]
Continue ReadingBroadcast messages to your Google smart speakers from the comfort of a Chromebook
One of the oft-forgotten abilities of your Google smart speakers is the broadcast feature. Our family uses it all the time, but I tend to forget its usefulness in the office even though we have quite a few speakers littered about. If you’ve never used it before, the idea is simple: say “Hey Google, broadcast…” […]
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