Google Unveils Android 14 for TVs: Eco-Friendly Update with AI Enhancements
Google just unveiled Android 14 for TVs, bringing a wave of upgrades to your favorite Android and Google TV devices. Get ready for a smoother, faster experience with improved performance and lower power consumption. Plus, picture-in-picture mode is finally here, letting you multitask like a champ. Sustainability is a big focus too, with the new OS helping to reduce your TV’s energy footprint.
Google’s new Android 14 update for TVs promises several exciting improvements:
Google’s new Android 14 update for TVs promises several exciting improvements:
- Android 14 brings performance improvements, making your viewing experience smoother and faster. The update helps your TV use less energy, reducing your environmental impact.
- New accessibility features ensure everyone can enjoy their favorite shows and movies with ease. The long-awaited picture-in-picture mode lets you watch two things at once.
“Android 14 for TV is here! Expect a smoother experience, eco-friendly features, better accessibility, and finally, multitasking!”
“For developers, Google unveiled Compose for TV, a new feature built on Jetpack Compose, their latest toolkit, for creating next-generation TV apps.”
Google’s Android 14 update promises a significant boost in performance, making your TV feel more responsive and snappier.
But that’s not all! This update is also eco-conscious. New energy modes help your TV use less energy when it’s on standby, preventing unnecessary content playback when you switch inputs or turn off the screen. You can even choose from three different settings based on your network usage to further reduce power consumption when you’re not actively watching TV.
Android 14 introduces new accessibility features to ensure everyone can enjoy their favorite shows and movies. These features include:
This helps people with color blindness or other visual impairments see content more accurately. Also allows users to adjust text size and style for better readability.
Although, makes using the TV interface easier for people with motor difficulties, including the ability to use remote shortcuts to activate these accessibility features.
Picture-in-picture mode is finally coming to select Android 14 TV models. This exciting feature lets you keep watching your favorite show while browsing the home screen or checking out other apps – multitasking is made easy on your TV!
While Google hasn’t confirmed if all Android 14 TVs will get it, newer models are more likely to be compatible. So, if you’re looking for a TV with the latest features, keep an eye out for “picture-in-picture support” when making your choice.
This version clarifies the information and avoids making assumptions about feature availability.
Getting recommendations and finding things to watch on TV just got easier. Google is using its powerful Gemini AI to personalize your experience on Google TV. Here’s how:
- No more scrolling through endless options! Gemini AI personalizes the “Featured” section on your home screen, suggesting movies and shows you’ll love based on your tastes.
- Ever come across a show with no description? Gemini AI steps in, generating summaries for missing or untranslated content, helping you find your next favorite watch.
With Gemini AI, Google TV is becoming smarter and more helpful, making your viewing experience a breeze.
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While these features might not be available to everyone immediately, Google plans to roll them out globally later this year. So, you can expect to see the power of Gemini AI on your Google TV home screen soon!
