What is Android TV? Everything You Need To Know To Get Started

What is Android TV? In simple terms, it’s Android for your TV. For those in need of a more in-depth answer, this article is here to help. TV operating systems have gone through a major transition over the last few years. There are still a number of companies using proprietary software, including Samsung and LG. …

Fifth Annual Android Headlines Great Holiday Giveaway: 2019 – 2020 (USA Only)

Welcome to the Android Headlines USA Great Holiday Giveaway 2019 – 2020. This is the fifth annual Holiday giveaway and as per usual, there’s some great prizes up for grabs. This year’s treasure trove includes prizes from Google, Sony, Asus, Hisense, and Sprint. Each year we run a number of giveaways and each one offers …

24 Million Disney+ Subscribers In November, According to Analysts

Disney+ has already reached 24 million subscribers, according to new survey data. The estimation eclipses previous numbers suggesting the Disney+ train is not showing any signs of slowing down. The surge in Disney+ activity is thought to have had some impact on Netflix. Millions of Disney+ subscribers Disney+ has attracted subscribers since the very beginning. …

Hulu + Live TV $10 Price Increase Kicks In, Now Costs $54.99

A previously announced Hulu + Live TV price increase has now kicked in. The change sees Hulu live TV packages rise by $10 per month. New and existing subscribers now have to pay a minimum of $54.99 each month for access to live TV. Hulu the latest price increase culprit If 2019 is remembered for …

You Might Finally Get Dark Mode Scheduling With Android 11

Dark mode scheduling might finally become available as a feature to Android device users. However, it won’t be until Android 11 and that’s at the earliest. Dark mode scheduling was originally expected to be included with Android 10 although that did not prove to be the case when Android 10 launched. Dark mode, but no …

Google Podcasts Now Starting To Offer Personal Recommendations

Google Podcasts appears to be in the process of being updated with personalized recommendations. These recommendations are relevant to specific episodes and not the podcast in general. It remains unclear how widespread access to the new feature is or when it will roll out to all users. Better podcast recommendations Google launched its Podcasts app …

AT&T To Launch Main TV Streaming Service In February 2020

AT&T is set to launch its main AT&T TV streaming service in February of next year. This is the same service that’s currently in testing in select markets within the U.S. AT&T TV differs from AT&T TV NOW in terms of the price, channels and features. The other AT&T TV streaming service If you thought …

Google Might Soon Light Up Maps To Highlight Safer Routes

Google appears to be preparing to add a „lighting” feature to Google maps. The understanding is that this will make it easier for users to identify safer routes to travel. It is currently not clear when the feature will go live or if it will become available everywhere. Maps to be lit up It looks …

Qualcomm's Newest 5G Chips Are The Snapdragon 865 & Snapdragon 765

Qualcomm has now announced the Snapdragon 865 and the Snapdragon 765/765G mobile chips. These are the latest and most powerful Snapdragon mobile platforms to come from the company. Both new Snapdragon mobile SoCs are designed to further usher in the use of 5G and AI. Two powerful Snapdragon mobile SoCs coming It had been expected …

You Can Now Get The Jabra Elite 85h ANC Headphones For Just $199 – Amazon Cyber Monday Deals

There’s plenty of audio deals going around at the moment and especially on headphones. However, if you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, then check out the Jabra Elite 85h wireless noise-cancelling headphones. Over the last few years Jabra headphones have become increasingly popular and the Jabra Elite 85h are no exception. First and …

Save Up To 40% On Samsung, Vizio, & Klipsch Home Audio Products – Amazon Black Friday Deals

Right now, there’s plenty of Black Friday deals to take advantage of. This includes home entertainment audio products. In fact, right now there’s a variety of audio devices you can pick up with a hefty discount thanks to a new Amazon deal on home audio. Whether you’re looking for a subwoofer or a soundbar, this …

Grab The August Smart Lock Pro + Connect Wi-Fi Bridge For $149 – Amazon Black Friday Deals

If you’re looking to expand your smart home then the August Smart Lock Pro + Connect Wi-Fi Bridge is a good option. Even more so now as it is included in the current Black Friday sales. The August Smart Lock Pro + Connect Wi-Fi Bridge comprises of two main parts. The first, the August Smart …

If You Want To Buy The New NVIDIA SHIELD TV Remote, You'll Have To Wait

If you were hoping to get your hands on the new NVIDIA SHIELD TV Remote, it looks like there’s a delay. The new SHIELD TV Remote was expected to become available before the end of this year. NVIDIA is now advising the new remote won’t be available to buy separately until „early 2020.” A new …

Cheapest AT&T TV NOW Plan Is Now $65 Per Month

AT&T has once again increased the price of AT&T TV NOW. The cheapest plan now available through the company’s „NOW” service is $65 per month. The price changes are now reflected on the AT&T TV NOW website. AT&T continues upping the price AT&T is not the only company to increase its live TV prices lately, …

Did Hulu Just Price Itself Out Of The Live TV Race?

Hulu + Live TV will cost you more starting from next month. If it wasn’t intentional, the timing here, is at the very least, interesting. So interesting that it’s raising the question of whether Disney Hulu has now priced Hulu + Live TV out of the market? Timing is everything Timing is indeed, everything. That’s …

You Can Buy Verizon's Stream TV Android TV Set-Top Box, But You Can't Watch Netflix

You can now buy the Stream TV set-top box from Verizon. Verizon has now quietly launched its Android TV solution with the option to buy. The Verizon Stream TV box is priced at $69.99, but missing one notable feature. Verizon now streaming If you’re a Verizon customer then this might be an option worth your …

Want Disney+ Bundle But Already A Hulu Subscriber? Here's What To Do

Disney+ is now available as a subscription bundle along with Hulu and ESPN+. The bundle price costs $12.99 per month. Here’s what to do if you’re already a Hulu subscriber and want the bundle. Disney+ bundled or unbundled Disney is not pulling any punches when it comes to its new streaming service. The price is …

Disney+ App Now Available To Download With Full Android TV Support

The new Disney+ Android app is now available to download on a number of devices, including Android TV devices. Disney+ is a new streaming service, priced at $6.99 per month or $69 annually. The Disney+ app can be downloaded for free from the Google Play Store. Disney+ app now available and ready to download The …

Google Nest Mini Leak: Besides The Wall Mount, Don't Expect Anything New

A new leak provides a nice and clear look at the Google Nest Mini smart speaker. The leak confirms previous rumors including the option to mount the new Google Nest Mini on a wall. Google is expected to unveil the new Google Nest Mini at its dedicated hardware event on October 15. Alongside the Google …

Vudu 4K Issue On NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV Is Now Fixed

A fix is now available for the 4K issue affecting the Vudu app on the NVIDIA SHIELD TV. NVIDIA and Vudu have both confirmed the issue has been resolved and affected users once again now have access to UHD (4K) playback. The fix has been rolled out via the Vudu Android TV app. HDX removed …

Android TV Finally Getting Some Google Assistant Routines Love

Google Assistant routines are coming to Android TV. Google has yet to confirm when exactly, but has confirmed the feature will be coming soon. With routines available, Android TV users will be able to issue more commands while saying less. What are Google Assistant routines? Google Assistant routines have been around for some time now. …

Here's Every Google Play Pass App & Game With Android TV Support

Considering a Google Play Pass subscription? Want to know what apps and games will work with Android TV? We’ve painstakingly gone through every Play Pass app and game listing to check for Android TV support so you don’t have to. The full list of apps and games with Android TV support is below. But first, …

NVIDIA SHIELD Vudu 4K Issue: App Update Now Limits Playback To SD

Forget the SHIELD Vudu 4K issue. A recent update to the Vudu app now results in streaming playback downgraded to SD on NVIDIA SHIELD TV. This is understood to be part of Vudu’s ongoing efforts to return UHD (4K) support to the SHIELD. NVIDIA has confirmed the temporary quality downgrading and says more information should …

Got AT&T TV NOW With 100-Hour DVR? Yeah, That's Changing Real Soon

If you happen to be one of the lucky AT&T TV NOW customers with 100 hours of cloud DVR, you should know that’s about to change. AT&T has started advising affecting customers their DVR is being reduced to 20 hours. 20 hours is what AT&T TV NOW offers as standard to current subscribers. Cloud DVR, …

Hulu for Android TV Now Works Better With Third-Party Remotes

Hulu for Android TV now plays nicer with third-party remote controls. The improved Hulu remote functionality is included with the latest version of the app. Android mobile remote support also benefits from the latest update. Hulu for Android TV updates In the past, Hulu for Android TV was one of the few apps that didn’t …

OnePlus TV Q1 vs. OnePlus TV Q1 Pro: What's The Difference?

With two new OnePlus TV products, here are the main differences OnePlus has now entered the TV market with the OnePlus TV Q1 and the Q1 Pro. But what’s the difference between them? Overall, very little. Well, that’s if you excuse the price as that is going to be the main difference as far as …

This Week The 5G Dream Died & The 5G Reality Took Over

It feels like the 5G dream died this week. Is 5G really the solution we’ve all been waiting for? A week ago I would have said yes, definitely. Ask me today and it’s a question that’s no longer so easy to answer. This week Qualcomm held its annual '5G day’ where it provides the media …

Get Ready For TiVo's Android TV Stick, It's Coming Soon

TiVo is currently readying a new Android TV stick. The dongle is set to arrive next year and will likely be priced around $50. In addition, the company is launching a new TiVo+ service later this year. Another device coming The information comes from the company’s CEO, Dave Shull, who provided the confirmation to CNN. …

You Can Now Buy TCL's 6-Series 4K QLED Roku TVs, Prices Start At $599

The latest TCL 6-Series TVs are now available to buy in the U.S. from Amazon. This series, along with the 8-Series were both announced last month. However, there was no firm availability details provided beyond „this summer” at the time. There’s two sizes to choose from with the price starting at just $599. TCL 6-Series …

Android 10 For Android TV Includes Project Mainline

Project Mainline will be part of the Android 10 package when it arrives for Android TV. With Project mainline on board, Android TV devices will be able to receive important updates quicker than before. Project mainline won’t be much help to existing Android TV devices. Android 10 for Android TV is coming soon Over the …

Huawei Mate 30 Event: Mate 30 Pro, Watch GT 2, Vision TV Announced

Premium Huawei Mate 30 smartphones unveiled along with new smartwatch and TV The Huawei Mate 30 series launch event has now taken place in Munich. While this event was designed to showcase the company’s latest smartphone solutions, they only represented a part of what was announced today. Joining the Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 …

AT&T Accused Of Using Real DIRECTV NOW Subscribers To Create Fake Subscriptions

AT&T is accused of running fake schemes and using shady tactics to inflate DIRECTV NOW subscriber numbers. The claims are part of a lawsuit accusing AT&T of fraud by investors. The accusations suggest AT&T management was involved and approved measures to intentionally defraud investors. These measures then trickled down the company resulting in actions by customer-facing …

Google Working On Android TV Stick, But Not One You Can Buy

One of the devices needed to help propel the Android TV platform is a Google Android TV stick. This weekend it became clear Google is working on an Android TV stick and plans to release it. Although it’s not one that’s going to be sold to consumers directly. The reason is Google is making this …

ESPN & Disney Blackout On AT&T TV NOW Likely To Start This Weekend

Attention A&T TV NOW, DIRECTV and U-verse subscribers. Don’t be surprised if an AT&T Disney blackout takes effect this weekend. One that affects ESPN and Disney-owned channels. Earlier this week it became clear a new carriage dispute between AT&T and The Walt Disney Co. was taking place. There was a suggestion that if a deal …

Vudu Now More Family-Friendly With New Family Play & Kids Mode

Vudu has now launched Family Play and Kids Mode in an attempt to create more of a family-friendly viewing environment. Two new features that aim to only expose younger viewers to age-appropriate content. The video streaming service confirmed the new features are now available and across the entire Vudu ecosystem. This includes both Android mobile …

DIRECTV NOW Is Now AT&T TV NOW, But Subscribers Are Still Running Away

Not that anyone expected anything different, but AT&T is now warning of an even greater video subs loss in the third quarter compared to the second quarter. AT&T yesterday posted a shareholder update stating video subscriber losses will be „300,000 to 350,000″ higher than Q2. Looking further forward, AT&T suggests in 2020 things will begin …

NVIDIA SHIELD Suffering Playback Issue, Vudu Disables 4K As A Result

The NVIDIA SHIELD TV is currently experiencing a 4K playback issue. At present, the details on the problem affecting the popular Android TV device are extremely light. However, NVIDIA has confirmed the issue, and the fact it is currently looking into a solution. NVIDIA also confirmed it affects „a small number of apps.” NVIDIA did …

Here's The New Smarter & More Powerful Amazon Fire TV Cube

Amazon today announced a new and upgraded Fire TV Cube. This latest Amazon Fire TV product was unveiled as part of the company’s IFA 219 event. This was alongside a wealth of Fire TV-powered TV sets that are heading to Europe. While the new TVs are mostly Europe-bound, the new Fire TV cube is getting …

Amazon & Anker Announce New Fire TV Edition Nebula Soundbar

Amazon has a new Alexa soundbar for you to consider. Amazon announced a new soundbar, the Nebular Soundbar, as part of the company’s IFA 2019 event. Although this is a Fire TV-powered soundbar, it is not a first-party product. Instead, it is the result of a collaboration with Anker. In other words, it is a …

OnePlus Proving A Set-Top Box Is Still The Best Android TV Purchase

OnePlus plans to launch a new TV in the next few weeks. Not a set-top box, but a TV loaded with Android TV. Considering OnePlus is known for offering premium hardware at a not so premium price, that’s good news. Except, OnePlus has already confirmed its OnePlus TV will be priced accordingly. That is, while …

Android TV The Only Platform Good Enough For OnePlus TV

Android TV is the only TV platform good enough for OnePlus TV. OnePlus made the comment today while explaining it wants to offer buyers a „fast and smooth” TV experience. Although an Android smartphone brand sticking with Android when transitioning to the TV market might seem like a given, OnePlus says it wasn’t that simple. …

All Android TV Users Will Apparently Benefit From OnePlus TV

If Android TV seems better in the future, you can thank OnePlus for that. Apparently, OnePlus made Android TV better for everyone. That’s according to details from a recent India Today interview with the company’s CEO, Pete Lau. Lau explained OnePlus and Google have worked together on this version of Android TV. With Lau stating …

Lenovo Smart Clock Can Finally Display Your Photos

The Lenovo Smart Clock can now double as a digital photo frame and display all your photos. Google and Lenovo announced the new functionality late last week when confirming an update was rolling out to the device. The Lenovo Smart Clock is a small smart display essentially. Although compared to smart displays, the Smart Clock …

Now OnePlus Is A TV Brand, It's Time To Tone Down The Propaganda: Opinion

OnePlus needs to tone down its brand propaganda and speaking in riddles as it looks to turn the OnePlus smartphone brand into a OnePlus TV brand. The company has made a successful business out of misdirection in the past and already appears keen on doing the same with the TV market. However, the TV market …

OnePlus TV To Offer Premium Quality & Experience, Won't Be Cheap

OnePlus TV sets will come with a premium quality and user experience, but won’t be cheap. This is the latest marketing message relayed by the company. The details come from a recent interview with OnePlus CEO, Pete Lau. As part of his comments, Lau made it clear potential TV buyers should not expect traditional OnePlus …

You Can Now Add Acorn TV & UMC To Your YouTube TV Subscription

YouTube TV subscribers can now add Acorn TV and UMC (Urban Movie Channel) to their subscription. Both of these services are only available as paid-for options. Therefore, while subscribers won’t get them for free, YouTube TV can help users to manage the subscriptions from one account. Along with Shudder, Sundance Now, and AMC Premiere, these …

Looks Like OnePlus TV Was Certified By Google, Confirming Official Android TV

OnePlus TV has most likely now been certified by Google. If that’s the case, then it likely confirms the new OnePlus TVs will run on official Android TV. At present it is difficult to say with certainty that this is OnePlus TV although it sure looks like it. Google publishes a list of all the …

The Roku Channel Just Became A Lot More Kid-Friendly

The Roku Channel now has even more kids shows and content. This week the company announced the introduction of a new and free Kids & Family section to The Roku Channel. As the name suggests, the general idea here is to provide a space where families can access kid-friendly content, and only kid-friendly content. Roku …

Sling TV Will Make Sure You Don't Miss Exciting Sports Moments

Sling TV added a new feature today designed to make sure you don’t miss out on the most popular sports events. Basically, Sling TV will now highlight any and all hot sports events that are currently live. Officially, this is Sling TV’s „What’s Hot” feature for sports. Of course, whether a game is hot for …

New AT&T TV Service Launches In The US, But Not For Everyone

AT&T TV has now launched in the U.S. The AT&T TV launch appears to only be a soft launch as the service is not available nationwide. As of right now, AT&T is confirming consumers in a select number of areas can sign up to the service. The location list is limited to Orange and Riverside …