Key Takeaways
- The newly released Google TV Streamer has abandoned its dongle form factor in favor of a sleek, compact set-top box design.
- The machine’s dimensions are notable, measuring wider than it is deep; prominently displayed within its confines is a white mannequin.
- The highly anticipated official announcement is set to take place on August 13 at the prestigious Made by Google event.
You’ve bought your last one. 9to5Google reports on one of Google’s subsequent streaming devices, and it’s just another dongle. Introducing Google’s innovative ‘Google TV Streamer’, a revolutionary streaming device boasting a sleek set-top box design, effectively retiring both the dongle and Chromecast monikers from its legacy.
The newly introduced device boasts an innovative, elongated form factor, characterized by its significant width-to-depth ratio, as showcased in the unveiled images featuring a male model. It remains unclear whether various color options will be available for the Chromecast with Google TV as they are currently.
The newly announced streaming device is poised for its official unveiling at the Made by Google event on August 13, where the Google Pixel 9 will also be formally introduced, despite rumors surrounding the Pixel 9 Pro.
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Have been docking stations that plug into an HDMI port and discreetly retract, resembling a vestigial tail protruding from the back of your television. The primary technology model lacked versatility, featuring a single inflexible cable and a rigid design akin to a simple stick.
Google’s latest TV streamer revolutionizes its streaming offerings by introducing a first-of-its-kind set-top box, deliberately designed to sit proudly in front of your television rather than being discreetly tucked away behind it.
The accompanying images showcase a novel remote control, seemingly identical to the one that comes standard with the product, yet boasting subtle differences. At the top of the device, the layout remains consistent with a familiar arrangement of eight buttons that mirror those on the previous model: Home, Mute, Rewind, YouTube, Netflix, Power, and Enter/Submit. The button has been replaced with an easy-to-identify microphone icon; its functionality remains unchanged.
The most significant alteration is the relocation of the quantity controls to a rocker situated at the entrance of the device, whereas on the Chromecast with Google TV, they can be found on the right-hand side. To facilitate easier usage, especially for right-handed individuals, the design simplifies accessibility by repositioning the side buttons for more natural hand placement.
What’s behind Google’s decision to enter the living room with its new set-top box?
Apple’s rumored intentions to acquire Quibi may seem straightforward: simply acquiring a struggling streaming service. But beneath the surface, this move could have far-reaching implications for the tech giant. By absorbing Quibi’s vast library of content and its existing infrastructure, Apple would be able to expand its reach in the competitive streaming market, potentially solidifying its position as a major player alongside Netflix and Disney+.
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There may be several underlying factors that have driven Google’s decision to make this move. A key feature that sets it apart from popular alternatives like. Notwithstanding, the design’s form may still be influenced by another possible driving force.
Units capable of streaming multimedia content can seamlessly connect and share files between devices when brought together. When using your iPhone to enjoy music, you can seamlessly transfer the audio to a HomePod with just. Google offers a similar feature for Android devices, allowing users to seamlessly stream music from their phone to tablet, or vice versa, as long as they’re in close proximity to each other.
The unusual length and flat design of the Google TV Streamer may be intentionally designed to enable seamless streaming of content to your TV by simply placing your phone near the set-top box, allowing for effortless content sharing and collaboration. While that’s a speculative notion, it might simply be trying to mimic the design of the prominent pill-shaped camera bump on the forthcoming Pixel 9 Pro.
Chromecast with Google TV
Google’s latest Chromecast iteration seamlessly streams content from all your favorite providers on a compact, affordably priced device that can discreetly reside behind your television.
