The Google TV Streamer 4K is a small box that connects to your TV’s HDMI port, turning your TV into a 4K HDR streaming media center with smart home features. Connect it to Wi-Fi or Ethernet, log into your preferred apps, and everything you want to see will appear together on the Google TV home page. When paired with an HDMI 2.1 cable, the Google TV Streamer supports up to 4K HDR with Dolby Vision, which offers sharper colors and higher contrast for movies and shows. Compatible speaker systems supporting Dolby Atmos add even more immersive audio.
A streaming device that offers the ultimate in convenience
When streaming content on the Google TV Streamer 4K, the goal is to minimize the number of times you have to switch between apps and inputs. The Google TV home page provides easy access to movies and series available through the apps you already use, and it also recommends other content you may be interested in. Google TV also includes live TV, free content through apps such as Pluto TV and Tubi, and a watchlist to store your favorites for later viewing.
In addition to minimizing input switching, the box’s performance hardware makes it feel fast. This box has a new processor rated 22% faster than the previous model and double the memory. This results in less lagging when navigating through multiple apps. The 32GB of onboard storage lets you download and install a wide variety of streaming apps and channels, so you won’t worry about running out of space.
The newly designed remote features simple controls and voice search, eliminating the need to type on on-screen keyboards. In addition, the remote includes a built-in microphone that lets you tell the streamer exactly what you are looking for (e.g., “find a movie with Tom Hanks”), and the streamer will take you directly to that title. The remote has a customizable button that can be set to either open your favorite app with a single click, eliminating some of the repetitive actions you perform daily. Also, if the remote gets lost under a pillow or couch cushion, the streamer will play a loud tone to help you locate it.
The home panel also lets you dim compatible smart lights, view compatible camera feeds, and adjust thermostats without leaving what you are watching. Additionally, the streamer lets you cast movies, shows, photos, and more from compatible Android and iOS apps, turning your TV into the main screen. The porcelain-colored housing fits neatly behind a television or sits quietly on a shelf. The housing itself utilizes at least 65% recycled plastic. At $80 on sale, compared to the $100 normal price, the Google TV Streamer 4K offers 4K HDR streaming, a faster processor, ample app storage, and smart home capabilities, making it a very affordable option.