by dbadmin | Nov 4, 2024 | Android TV, Google, News, YouTube
YouTube on Android TV is making it easier to subscribe to channels. A subscribe button right in the video player saves viewers from extra clicks. Lowering that bar will presumably help boost subscriber numbers. In the last few months alone, YouTube has offered plenty...
by dbadmin | Nov 4, 2024 | Android TV, Google TV, News
Google TV is making it easier to see when an app is updating. This redesign lets you see update progress right from the home screen. Update progress should be available on all Google TV devices. How often do you really think about app updates on Google TV? For most of...
by dbadmin | Oct 10, 2024 | Android TV, Features, Google TV, TV
I didn’t have a lot of money to spend on last year’s necessary TV upgrade, but one of my few requirements was Android TV support. Obviously, I’m a fan of Android’s open approach to software (I wouldn’t be here otherwise), and I didn’t want to end up in the more...
by dbadmin | Oct 8, 2024 | Android TV, Google, News, YouTube
The YouTube for Android TV app is rolling out a new account switcher that’s similar to Netflix. The app now has a built-in account switcher that doesn’t require changing accounts in Android’s settings. In addition, the app now asks you which account you want to use...
by dbadmin | Oct 7, 2024 | Android TV, Google Chromecast, News, Streaming
Google is pushing out a new update to the 4K and HD Chromecast with Google TV. The software brings the latest Android security patch to the streaming dongles. Chromecast users will have to wait a little longer for the home panel upgrade. Google is updating the...
by dbadmin | Sep 27, 2024 | Android TV, Google, Google TV, Google TV Streamer, News
Taking screenshots with remapped remote buttons appears to not work on the Google TV Streamer. This could be a consequence of Android TV 14, and may ultimately affect additional devices. Even with the remote not working, screenshots are still possible via ADB. Why...
