Google TV Streamer overview |

When you just want to kick back and watch the content you love, the Google TV Streamer is your ticket to the best shows, movies and sports. No longer just a dongle hiding behind your TV, this new set-top box is front and centre as an integral part of any home theatre environment. Its new look comes with new features to help you find what you’re looking for and take better control over just how smart your home truly is.

Stream what you want, when you want with the Google TV Streamer

The Google TV Streamer is more than just a set-top box to stream content, it’s also a smart home hub. Built-in support for both Google Home and Matter means you can control your smart home devices without missing key moments onscreen. Your voice powers Google Assistant to get things done, be it to turn the lights off or find a good show to watch. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and let the Streamer do the rest.

It complements any home theatre. Small and simple to set up, its size opens a treasure trove of content you can access at your fingertips or through verbal command. You don’t even have to point when it’s all there for you to see on your TV. Searching for something new and interesting has never been easier, including with a re-imagined remote that provides shortcuts to your favourite apps. Or give your mobile device that power by casting content over to your TV with just a few taps.

Manage your home without missing a scene

Google Home integration takes a big step forward with the Google TV Streamer, helping you bring in your smart home devices and accounts with no fuss. Better performance also allows Google Assistant to respond quicker and do what you need with more precision than ever.

Control your lights or check your security camera live feed from your TV without lifting a finger to pick up your phone. When the doorbell rings, notifications appear onscreen letting you know who’s there. You’ll never have to turn the volume down to wonder if you heard something or not. Run your compatible robot vacuum in another room or adjust your smart thermostat from your couch.

Any smart device that works with Home and Matter is at your disposal, and they’re easy to handle through the remote with a simple click of the microphone button. You don’t even need to hold it close to your mouth for the TV Streamer to hear you. Just press it, make your request or command, and let it go from there.

A handy remote you’ll never lose

The remote isn’t just a handy way to navigate the Android TV platform you see on your screen, it’s a tool to make your viewing pleasure more convenient. Dedicated buttons for Netflix and YouTube take you to either app straightaway, no matter what’s playing on your TV. A new customizable button (star symbol) lets you map it as a Google Home shortcut or choose a favourite app to launch every time you click it.

You also won’t have to worry about losing the remote thanks to Find My Remote. When you can’t remember where you put it, just press the button on the back of the Google TV Streamer box and the remote will ring loudly to help you locate it. You can also ask Google Assistant to make it ring or initiate it on the Home app on your phone or tablet to find where it’s hiding.

When you have it, keep it close because it will work anywhere. No need to point it at the TV to switch apps or find what you’re looking for, though it has an IR blaster to work with a wide range of TVs. The HDMI connection also allows you to control your TV’s volume directly from the remote, leaving only one remote in your hands while watching your favourite content.

Performance upgrades worthy of your favourite content

An improved processor and double the memory ensures the Google TV Streamer will be reliable every time you put it to work. It’s a noticeable improvement over the previous Chromecast by Google, and helps drive the personalized experience within the platform. Never before has it been easier to find what you’re looking for, or check out a new show or movie from recommendations in the For You tab.

This makes endless searching less of a challenge, ensuring you do more watching than exploring. If you have a certain genre or actor in mind, just tell Google Assistant and see what comes up. Know which streaming services offer it—even if they’re free or not—and head straight to the content you want in fewer steps.

With 32GB of internal storage, you have much more room to download and install all the apps you want. Search the Play Store and see all the popular apps in a range of categories and then re-arrange them how you like on the home screen. Jump right in to resume a paused show or take in the action of a sporting event without missing the next big play.

The Google TV Streamer is available at Best Buy.