Google TV is rolling out a series of updates designed to make your viewing experience more seamless and personalized. Starting today, these enhancements will be available across all Google TV devices, including the newly launched Google TV Streamer, which hits the shelves on September 24.
One of the standout features is the revamped home panel, allowing users to control compatible smart home devices such as lights, thermostats, and cameras directly from their TV. Additionally, doorbell notifications will now appear on the screen, enabling you to see who’s at your door without interrupting your current show. If the remote takes a vacation, no problem—Google Assistant lets you manage your devices using just your voice.
Idle screen time just got a makeover with the improved Ambient screensaver. You can now create AI-generated artwork by describing your vision or choose to display cherished moments from Google Photos. Whether you’re in the mood for something artistic or sentimental, your TV will look good doing it.
Sports enthusiasts will appreciate the new sports page in the For You tab, which consolidates all your favorite sports content in one place. From live games and upcoming match schedules to YouTube highlights and personalized recommendations, staying updated on your favorite teams has never been easier.
Choosing what to watch is simplified with enhanced overviews of top movies and TV shows powered by Gemini technology. These overviews provide comprehensive summaries, audience reviews, and season-by-season breakdowns, helping you make informed decisions without the endless scrolling.
Google TV Freeplay also receives an update with a new channel guide featuring 150 free channels. Browse by genre or topic to quickly find new additions like Heartland, The FBI Files, and ION Plus—all without needing to download or subscribe.
The latest lineup of Google TV devices is more diverse than ever. In addition to the new Streamer, users can choose from art-focused TVs by Hisense and TCL and smart projectors from Vankyo, Epson, and XGIMI. Google TV is also expanding its international footprint, reaching countries including Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, and now serves 270 million monthly active users worldwide.
