Gemini Arrives on Google TV Streamer This Winter
▼ Summary
– Google launched the Gemini for Home voice assistant preview and announced the expansion timeline for Gemini on Google TV to more devices.
– Gemini for Google TV is currently exclusive to the TCL QM9K series, offering an experience optimized for large screens.
– The rollout to additional devices, including the Google TV Streamer, Walmart onn. 4K Pro, and 2025 Hisense and TCL models, is scheduled for this winter.
– Gemini on Google TV enables free-flowing conversations for entertainment, such as specifying viewing preferences, finding shows by description, recaps, and reviews.
– It also supports learning about new topics with relevant YouTube videos, and Google teased more Gemini capabilities coming soon to TV.
Google’s Gemini voice assistant is set to expand its reach to the Google TV Streamer and several other major television models this winter, marking a significant step in bringing advanced AI-powered entertainment control to living rooms everywhere. Initially launched as a preview for home devices, Gemini’s television integration was previously exclusive to TCL’s QM9K series, designed specifically for large-screen viewing experiences.
While Google had previously indicated a vague “later this year” timeline back in September, the company has now provided a more precise seasonal target. The rollout will include not only the Google TV Streamer but also the Walmart onn. 4K Pro, along with 2025 models from Hisense including the U7, U8, and UX series, and TCL’s upcoming QM7K, QM8K, and X11K televisions.
Gemini on Google TV mirrors the functionality available on Nest Hub smart displays and speakers, enabling natural, conversational interactions focused primarily on entertainment. Users can engage in fluid dialogues to specify their viewing preferences when searching for content, or even locate shows they can’t remember by name simply by describing plot elements or characters. The assistant also provides episode recaps and access to critical reviews.
Beyond entertainment guidance, Gemini serves as an educational tool, allowing users to explore new subjects and receive curated YouTube video recommendations related to their queries. Google has hinted that additional Gemini features tailored for television are currently in development, promising expanded capabilities in the near future.
(Source: 9to5 Google)
