Google TV’s new home panel lets users control every compatible smart home device. This includes cameras, lights and thermostats. Users can also see who is at the front door while relaxing on the couch with the new doorbell notification feature. The users can even control their smart home devices by simply using their voice and Google Assistant.

Google has also introduced a new feature which lets users transform their TVs into works of art. Users can use Ambient screensaver which lets them generate AI designs. They can provide prompts until the users get the desired image. Additionally, users can opt for something more sentimental by asking Google Assistant to show their best Google Photos memories on Google TV.

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The For You tab now has a sports page which presents all of the user’s sports media in one place. Users can get live and upcoming games or browse through highlights on YouTube. Users can also watch sports commentaries and get personalised recommendations to better suit their interests.

If users need more help with picking what to watch, the new Google TV update has it covered. With Gemini technology, users can access overviews of the trending and top-rated movies to be better informed about which movie to watch next. Google TV Freeplay is also getting a new channel guide enabling users to browse media by topic and genre. Google TV users also gain access to free channels including ION Plus, Heartland and The FBI Files.

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The arrival of this new streaming device means the death of Chromecast’s line- Google’s line of streaming devices. Google’s Chromecast sold more than a hundred million units since its initial release in 2014. However, the Google TV Streamer carries on Chromecast’s best features along with plenty of new upgrades and features.

The upcoming streaming device is priced at $99.99 and it will see its official release on September 24. Interested individuals can also pre-order from the Google Store.

Google TV Streamer and its Features

Google’s upcoming streaming device offers users access to over 700,000 shows and movies found on various streaming apps and platforms including Disney+, Netflix, Apple TV and more. In addition, users will also be able to access more than 800 live TV channels. Content is also suggested through Google AI which studies a user’s preferences to recommend what to watch. Gemini has also been integrated into Google TV to provide users with reviews, summaries and breakdowns.

Google TV Streamer comes with 4K HDR Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos so that viewers can feel fully immersed in the cinematic viewing experience. Both the processor and the memory have been improved upon since the Chromecast. There is also a storage capacity of 32GB which speeds up performance and enhances navigation.

Besides serving the function of a streaming device, Google TV Streamer also acts as a smart home hub. Users can connect their Google TV to Google Home and Matter. It also comes equipped with an integrated Theatre border router which decreases the time taken to connect to motion sensors and locks.

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