Android TV

How to Pair a Game Controller to Google TV or Android TV

A smart TV is good for more than just YouTube and Netflix. If you’ve got a game controller lying around, there’s a good chance you can connect it to your Google TV or Android TV device. We’ll show you how….

Joe Fedewa Jan 1st

How to Add Movies & TV Shows to Your Android TV Watchlist

Android TV and Google TV are different, but they do share some features. One such feature is the “Watchlist.” This is your personal list of content that you want to watch. Here’s how it works on Android TV….

Joe Fedewa Jul 30th, 2021

How to Disable Home Screen Video and Audio Previews on Android TV

Google TV introduced a completely reimagined home screen experience. Parts of this new interface have made their way to the older Android TV devices, including the video and audio home screen previews. If you don’t like them,…

Joe Fedewa Jul 22nd, 2021

Can You Change the Wallpaper on Android TV?

One of the easiest ways to customize a device is by changing its background. Because the home screen on your Android TV is likely pretty large, you probably want to change its wallpaper—but can you?

Joe Fedewa Nov 5th, 2020

How to Change the Screen Saver on Android TV

Android TV might not be as customizable as an Android phone, but there’s still a lot you can do to personalize it. One of those is choosing which screen saver to use. We’ll show you how to change it up….

Joe Fedewa Oct 29th, 2020

How to Take a Screenshot on Android TV

You might not realize it, but your Android TV (or set-top box) can take screenshots just like a phone or tablet. Unfortunately, it’s not as simple, but we’ll show you a method that works.

Joe Fedewa Oct 25th, 2020

How to Install Apps and Games on Android TV

Set-top boxes and smart TVs are only as good as the apps you can use on them. Android TV has a large library of streaming services and games you can enjoy on your big screen. Installing them is as easy as visiting the Google …

Joe Fedewa Oct 19th, 2020

What’s the Difference between Google TV and Android TV?

Google TV is the company’s platform for smart TVs and set-top boxes. But wait, didn’t Google already have a TV platform called Android TV? And what about the Google TV app? Let’s dive into another Google naming mess….

Joe Fedewa Oct 5th, 2020

How to Uninstall Apps and Games on Android TV

It’s easy for set-top boxes to get loaded with dozens of streaming media apps. If you’re not using an app or game anymore, it’s a good idea to uninstall it to free up some storage space and potentially improve device performa…

Joe Fedewa Oct 3rd, 2020

How to Get the Google TV UI on Android TV Devices Right Now

With the launch of the Chromecast with Google TV, Android TV received its biggest interface update in years. If you don’t want to wait to get the new interface on your older Android TV streaming device, you can get it now….

Joe Fedewa Oct 2nd, 2020

What’s the Difference Between Chromecast and Android TV?

Google isn’t particularly known for its clear branding. This is certainly the case when it comes to Chromecast, Google Cast, and Android TV. These platforms have some overlapping features, but they’re also quite different. Le…

Joe Fedewa Sep 17th, 2020

How to Force Close Apps on Android TV

It’s always annoying when an app doesn’t work as it should. Sometimes, the only thing you can do to solve the problem is force close the app. You can do this on your Android TV just like on your smartphone. Here’s how….

Joe Fedewa Sep 12th, 2020

How to Restart an Android TV

If things aren’t acting like they should on your Android TV (set-top box or software installed on your television), it may be time for a restart. Simply restarting the device can often solve problems you’re having. Here’s how…

Joe Fedewa Sep 9th, 2020

How to Take a Screenshot on Your Nvidia Shield TV

It’s not apparent at first, but you can take screenshots of your Android TV interface just like you can on your smartphone. If you have an Nvidia Shield TV, it’s very simple to do. Here’s how.

Joe Fedewa Aug 30th, 2020

How to Customize the Android TV Home Screen

The Android TV home screen is your gateway to a world of streaming content. Personalizing this screen can make it easy to find your favorite streaming services and discover new TV shows and movies to watch. We’ll show you how…

Joe Fedewa Aug 26th, 2020

How to Set Up and Use Parental Controls on Your Android TV

Parental controls are essential for you to ensure you know exactly what your kid is watching and when they’re watching it. With these controls on your Android TV, you can easily set them up to limit your children’s’ access….

Kennedy Maring Jun 20th, 2020

Streaming Box Showdown: Apple TV vs. Roku vs. Amazon Fire TV vs. Chromecast vs. Android TV

It’s no secret that “smart” TVs aren’t really that smart. Generally, and a dedicated streaming box or stick is the way to go. There are quite a few to choose from, though, so how do you decide which is the best for your movi…

Cameron Summerson Nov 21st, 2017

How to Set Up a VPN on Android TV

There are several reasons you may want to use a VPN on your Android TV box, but it’s not available as a stock option like it is in Android phones or tablets. Fortunately, there are a few ways around this….

Cameron Summerson Nov 17th, 2017

How to Customize the Recommendations Row on Android TV

When you fire up Android TV, the first thing you see is a list of movies and shows the system thinks you’ll like. It’s often full of the latest flicks or hottest news, but sometimes it could just be things relevant to your in…

Cameron Summerson Nov 7th, 2017

How to Get Better Casting on Android TV with Google’s Cast Receiver Beta

If you’re an Android TV user, you’ve probably used the casting feature—the one that makes Android TV work like Chromecast. Historically, it hasn’t provided the best experience, but a new beta build promises hope….

Cameron Summerson Aug 7th, 2017

How to Automatically Start an App When You Boot or Wake Android TV

If you’re an Android TV user, you have to ask yourself one question: how much time do you really spend on the home screen? The odds are you launch the same app every time to turn it on, and now there’s a new app that lets you…

Cameron Summerson Jun 7th, 2017

How to Get the Most Out of Your Android TV

If you’re an Android user, Android TV is a great way to bring your mobile OS (and your favorite apps) to the big screen. And if you’re looking to get more from your Android TV box, this is a collection of few tips and tricks …

Cameron Summerson May 14th, 2017

What Is Android TV, and Which Android TV Box Should I Buy?

If you’re in the market for a streaming set-top box and are also an Android user, you’ve undoubtedly considered Android TV. The thing is, this is a really confusing landscape: there are a lot of “fake” Android TV boxes floati…

Cameron Summerson Mar 6th, 2017

How to Sideload Apps on Android TV

Android TV is an excellent product for anyone who wants to expand their current living room setup—it makes easy work of streaming most content, has a slew of games (that are actually worth playing), and is relatively inexpe…

Cameron Summerson Mar 1st, 2017

How to Automatically Turn On Your TV When You Turn on SHIELD Android TV

It’s a little thing, but having your TV turn on automatically when you turn on your Android TV box is nice. The thing is, not all Android TVs support this, which is just one of the many things that makes the NVIDIA SHIELD con…

Cameron Summerson Dec 16th, 2016

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