Google cuts team working on Android TV
Google is eliminating some positions within its product management teams focused on Android TV and Google TV, according to a report.
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Report: Sonos abandons plan to build streaming TV player
Sonos has decided not to move forward with a project that involved a streaming TV device, according to a report published on Wednesday.
Forthcoming Sonos streaming video device likely an Android TV box
Sonos could release an Android TV streaming device that integrates The Trade Desk’s technology and costs as much as $400.
Study: Most prefer single streaming ecosystem
Around one-third of consumers are planning to buy a new smart TV within the next six months — and they’re revealing which features will influence their purchases.
Android TV on 270 million active devices worldwide, Google says
The number represents an 80 percent increase in active Android TV devices on the market since last year.
Google rebrands FAST service to Freeplay on Google TV devices
In addition to the FAST rebrand, Google TV users will soon get content recommendations from The Roku Channel if the app is installed on their device.
Google TV launches new FAST advertising option
Google is rolling out a new advertising product that allows marketers to buy inventory across dozens of FAST channels.
Xperi signs four cable companies for TiVo Broadband partnership
The four companies will have access to the TiVo Broadband platform and related hardware devices.
Samsung was most-popular smart TV purchased in 2023, research says
More American consumers purchased a Samsung smart TV set than any other brand last year, according to new research.
Google brings more streaming channels to “Live” tab
Google has debuted more than a dozen new streaming channels within the “Live” tab of its Google TV devices.
Streaming deals abound for Black Friday, Cyber Monday 2023
Save big on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Tablo, Google TV and services like Max, Peacock, Paramount Plus and more during Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2023.
Google TV FAST platform grows to over 100 free streaming channels
New channels added to the Google TV section over the last several months include music streams and international content.
TCL launches new free streaming platform on Google TV devices
The service, TCL TV Plus, offers more than 200 linear content streams and over 1,500 on-demand movies and shows.
FIFA brings free streaming channel to more services
FIFA has launched its free, ad-supported FIFA Plus channel on the Roku Channel, Samsung TV Plus, Amazon Fire TV and Android TV.
The Roku Channel lands on Android TV, Google TV devices
Roku has made its free, ad-supported TV service The Roku Channel available on Android TV-powered devices for the first time.
New Android TV version to support custom remote buttons
Google could be readying a new remote with a “star” button that allows for custom shortcuts.
Google TV brings Live TV tab to devices in Germany
The “Live” tab has launched on Google TV devices outside the United States for the first time.
Walmart begins shipping new version of $20 Android TV device
Walmart is now shipping an updated version of its Onn-branded Android TV streaming puck that offers ultra-high definition video and support for the AV1 codec.
Google begins integrating FAST channels into Google TV
Google has started rolling out an updated version of its Google TV operating system that offers native access to nearly 80 free, ad-supported streaming channels.
Google incorporates more free channels into TV platform
Google is rolling out an updated version of its Google TV interface that will see hundreds of free television streams added to the platform.
DirecTV begins shipping new streaming dongle
DirecTV has started offering subscribers a new streaming dongle that could one day replace its Gemini set-top box.
DirecTV begins shipping new streaming dongle
DirecTV has started offering subscribers a new streaming dongle that could one day replace its Gemini set-top box.
Roku’s first original movie “Weird: The Al Yankovich Story” debuts
Roku’s first original film, “Weird: The Al Yankovich Story,” debuted on the Roku Channel this week.
Roku’s first movie “Weird: The Al Yankovich Story” debuts
The movie streams for free on the Roku Channel, but don’t be fooled — you may not need a Roku device to watch it.
TCL to release new line of Amazon Fire TV sets in Europe
TCL is debuting a line of Fire TV-powered sets that will go on sale in four European countries this year.
Roku, Amazon grow share of streaming market space
Roku and Amazon now control 80 percent of the streaming TV market in the United States, according to new data released by Parks Associates.
Chromecast with Google TV 4K gets Android 12 update
Google is rolling out a software update for owners of the 4K-compatible version of the Chromecast with Google TV.
Google releases cheaper version of Android TV streaming device
Google has finally debuted the cheaper version of its flagship Chromecast with Google TV streaming device.
Google starts to dominate streaming TV market in Europe
Google’s streaming television platform Android TV is growing its share of the European smart TV market, according to new research.
Cheaper, HD-only Chromecast dongle in the works
Google is developing a new version of its flagship Android TV dongle that will allow customers to stream high definition video at a lower price point.
Google TV could offer native access to Xumo streams
Google is preparing an update to Google TV that could bring native access to 50 ad-supported channels powered by Xumo.
Amazon offers deep discounts on streaming gadgets, services
Here’s a comprehensive list of every Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV and Android TV deal available for Amazon’s Prime Day, with many discounts offered before the shopping event.
YouTube TV rolling out surround sound to more platforms
YouTube TV says it is rolling out surround sound support for more devices this week, including Chromecast and Roku devices.
TCL TVs to get Google TV upgrade this summer
TCL smart TVs that run the Android TV operating system will receive an upgrade to Google TV later this summer.
Apple TV app landing on Android TV devices this week
Users of Android TV hardware will be able to natively download and install Apple’s streaming television app starting this week.
Anker teases new Android TV device under Nebula brand
This week, Anker teased a new Android TV device that is set to be released in Japan under the company’s consumer video electronics brand Nebula.
Android TV reaches 80 million streamers monthly, Google says
The figure would make Android TV one of the biggest streaming platforms in the world.
Walmart readies launch of Onn-branded Android TV device
Walmart is getting ready to launch its own Android TV streaming device under the house brand Onn
New Android TV stick bearing Walmart’s Onn brand surfaces
Documents filed with federal regulators on Monday offered a sneak peek at a new Android TV device that is being designed by Walmart’s in-house electronics brand Onn.
TCL will debut new Roku, Android-powered TV sets this year
TCL says it will offer major upgrades to its line of Roku-powered smart TV sets, including a new series powered by its new mini-LED technology.