GoogleTV Streamer 4K - Fast Streaming Entertainment on Your TV with Voice Search Remote - Watch Movies, Shows, Live TV, and Netflix in 4K HDR - Smart Home Control - 32 GB of Storage - Porcelain

I purchased this to replace an older streaming device that was loading apps at a painfully slow pace and interrupting to buffer often enough to be annoying. After installation this item seems to work very well and is definitely an improvement. My current setup goes through an AV receiver and uses a projector with 1080p resolution so I haven't tested true 4K but hopefully if and when the system is upgraded this streamer will still be useful. One note about installation: my connection is wired ethernet. The default install using the google home app on a mobile phone failed a couple of times and I had to use the provided remote control to input account details etc. The instructions didn't provide details on how to install with a wired setup and I suspect using the remote is generally necessary. If that is the case knowing it would have saved me a bit of time. Overall the product delivers as promised.

It's performing very well so far. I own a MECOOL box with very similar specs, 4GB RAM too but a different processor (S905X2), and this one seems to run a tad smoother. Not a huge difference, but I was worried it might end up being slower since this is a MediaTek box, and that hasn't turned out to be the case which is great. Kind of a shame it's not a more powerful processor, since the S905X2 is itself already dated. The performance difference could also be due to the newer version of Android TV (14 on this one vs. 10 on the MECOOL). The reason I got this one is because of the malware that was found in some MECOOL boxes. Google's Play Protect actually warned me and supposedly removed the malware, but who really knows. You can't trust random manufacturers these days, and with Google, at least you know who you're dealing with. The devil you know, etc. I'll update this review if my experience changes, but so far I'm happy. I got it on a deal with $20 off too, which isn't bad at all.

Came with a US voltage adapter. And some apps dont work as well as on my Chromecast (VLC -some videos are stretched now, tried all settings; Steam Link - screen turns black for a second every ow and then). Other than that, i like it. Volume buttons are now on the front, although i still often accidentally press Home button when i want volume up. Speed is also better and ethernet is a big plus.

This GoogleTV Streamer is pretty feature-rich as an Android TV box, and is a great purchase if you fall into any of the following:1. first-time cord cutter (yes, I know, some people still use cable or satellite tv packages)2. beginner/novice smarthome user with a bunch of light bulbs and want an easy "non voice" way to control stuff with a remote.3. advanced home assistant/homey/homekit users that just want another quick session method to check and control their devices while already watching movies or media on their TV.4. anyone in the google/android ecosystem that doesn't want to always use their voice, or other triggers... sometimes, you just want to things at the ease of your fingertips.I am sort of all of these.I started with the OG 2015 Nvidia ShieldTV. I used it as my main media-watching device, utilizing apps like Plex for media serving and such. As a perk, ShieldTV users got free early access to what is now known as GFN Cloud gaming.In 2022, I migrated to an Xbox Series S and it replaced my ShieldTV (don't worry, it's packed in the closet. it still works perfectly). It served the same media-consumption with the added bonus of being an Xbox. Great, but with a few more downsides. (overheating, lack of bt, etc)Fast forward to the present day.I have been using the Google TV Streamer fairly heavily every day since Christmas. I own several smart bulbs, heaters, humidifiers, and in my studio basement, and having a Google Home panel accessible on your TV is a game changer for laziness, or, just checking up on cameras and such without having to have another phone or tablet nearby.I am far from an advanced user, but also not a beginner. I am also heavily invested in the Google ecosystem.For anyone wondering, there is enough CPU power in this thing to run GFN and Xbox GamePass cloud games fine. Just make sure you plug in an ethernet cable and hardwire yourself.Not as beefy as the OG NvidiaShield, but will make do for a quick gaming session.Everything works out of the box as a android tv box should. Setup is straight forward, Tips to help you set up the "star" button are very intuitive, and I might have been an idiot for not fully reading all the instructions, but long-pressing the Home button brings up your "Settings" slide-out menu that has your Google Home favorites listed.Overall, I like it for what it is.If you're already in the Google home ecosystem and you're in the market for a beginner-friendly media box, this might be the one for you.If you are a more advanced smart home user, this might be for you? video/voice feeds on your tv sounds great.the only cons I've found so far:There are no USB ports on this thing. But it has Bluetooth, so there's that. I have open earbuds, an 8bitdo pro controller, and a wireless kb/touchpad connection when I turn the unit on.The battery cover for the remote is nice and tight to begin with, but the instant you put new batteries in, and slide the cover back on, it'll *squish* and *creak* in your hand when you're pressing buttons on the lower half of the remote (where the battery cover is located). Not a dealbreaker, but something to note, as it's a round bottom remote that cradles in your palm.2nd gripe: the remote uses batteries. also, not a dealbreaker. but it's 2025.3rd gripe: the YouTube and Netflix buttons on the remote are not re-programable. They should be. Not everyone uses YouTube or Netflix .Overall, I like this thing. It's a Google product, so it's pretty user-friendly. It does have some flaws and could use a little more boost in power, but for the $99 price tag, as long as you limit your expectations, this streamer could be your newest best friend for years to come.

does everything i need quickly fast and efficient with tons of storage space. i can delete all apps and customize everything, even has a mode that only displays currently installed apps with minimal advertisements and superior streaming quality. the remote control is perfect with the easiest setup out of all the smart tvs by far.

I love it. Everything seems to run better. I've got a few older 4k Chromecasts around the house that I still use. I only got this because my living room Chromecast burnt out, but I'm glad I did. The picture is better. It hasn't glitched yet. Everything loads quicker.Two things better about last gen; #1 I liked hiding it behind the TV, while this gen is just another small box under the TV. Between it, the modem, the router, etc, it's starting to look cluttered. #2 the price. I only paid $39.99 for last gen. This one cost me $99.99

The Google TV Streamer is a nice upgrade.We have historically used a premium Roku, but the Google TV is faster and more responsive. It also has a more modem feeling interface.A really cool feature is that during the setup process, it detects the make of the TV and sound system and then the Google TV remote automatically controls them.This worked seemlessly with TVs by Samsung, Vizio, and Hisense, even though they were all smart TVs. It also worked perfectly with our Sonos sound system and the Onkyo receiver with surround sound in another room.Overall, my wife and I very pleased.