Google has shown in just a few months that its latest operating system for smart TVs could be the most widely used in a matter of a few years. And it is that, despite continuing to be based on Android, its greatest success is that it prioritizes the user as the center of the experience. If you're interested, these are all devices where you can enjoy Google TV.
Google TV, an experience with the future
Android TV has been gaining ground as an operating system for Smart TVs in recent years. And that has always had details that could be improved, but being able to adapt many of the smartphone apps to the television with relative ease has been key.
Now with the arrival of Google TV Not only will they be able to continue offering these advantages, but they will also be able to improve that section that didn't quite work well for them: the interface.
Google TV proposes a new layer with an organization that focuses on offering the user everything they need, with better categorization and a recommended content system that will help you at all times to enjoy more of the different platforms and options that can be used through said system.
So it is not surprising that many televisions and devices that currently run the latest versions of Android are preparing to make the leap towards this new interface. Which means that they will continue to be Android TV, but they will enjoy all the advantages of the new home screen to improve the user experience.
However, if you want to know on which devices you can already enjoy Google TV, here is a compilation. And no, it is not necessary that you change the television yes or yes.
Chromecast with Google TV
It is undoubtedly the easiest option to enjoy Google TV. The latest Chromecast launched by the company offers all the advantages of the latest operating system and that desired independence with respect to the smartphone that had been so much in demand.
Also, although it may not have hardware with the same power that high-end Smart TVs could offer you, the truth is that for 90% of the uses made of these devices it is more than enough. Because to watch 4K and HDR content on platforms like Netflix, HBO and the like, it's not like you need a quantum computer.
Sony and its commitment to Google TV
Sony was one of the manufacturers that soonest embraced the benefits of Android TV to power its smart TVs. It is true that until then they had not had a solid platform like other brands such as Samsung with Tizen or LG with webOS did, but they could have adapted what they had with Playstation.
However, when Android TV saw the light they decided to bet on it and we believe that it was a success. now they are the first to support Google TV and they will even release updates so that models with Android TV can make the leap to the new system and its renewed home screen.
These are Sony TVs with Google TV:
Sony Bravia X80J and X85J
These two new Sony models already incorporate Google TV as an operating system. At the level of benefits they are basically the same television, also in terms of design and that is why together with a 4K UHD panel with HDR support what differentiates them are the inches they can reach.
The Bravia X80J is available in 50, 55, 65 and 75 inches while the X85J goes from 50 to 55, 65, 75 and 85 inches.
Sony Bravia XR X90J
This 4K LED TV belongs to the most basic range of Sony, yet it is enabled with Google TV and that is quite interesting. In addition, in terms of quality it is not bad either and it has an LED panel with a complete back lighting system.
Available in several diagonals that go from 50 to 100 inches through 55, 65 and 75, it is a proposal to take into account.
Sony Bravia XR X92J
Available in four diagonals (50, 55, 65 and 75 inches) this screen offers a Full Array LED panel with 4K resolution and support for high dynamic range images. And yes, the Smart TV part is governed by Google TV like the rest of the proposals that you can see.
Sony Bravia XR X95J
Again the X95J It is a panel television with technology OLED and 4K resolution that improves with respect to the previous one with the use of new functions and features that guarantee or, at least, seek better image quality.
Available in 65, 75 or 85 inches, if you want a large screen at an interesting price for all that it offers, it is a good option.
Sony Bravia XR Master Series Z9J
With these Master Series Z9J we already moved to another league and we go to the one of the most high-end televisions of the brand. It is not the most, but it is an outstanding screen in practically everything and in particular in image quality. A very correct representation in each and every one of the key aspects of a television.
As a curious detail of this screen is that it incorporates a sensor capable of analyze color temperature of the room you are in to adjust white balance. It is somewhat similar to Apple's True Tone and has its point, although if you are a purist and have calibrated the television yourself, then you will not want it to be active.
Available in 75 and 85 inches, its two diagonals already indicate that it is a television only for a few.
Sony Bravia XR A80J
With a 4K resolution OLED panel, this is for many one of the best screens you can buy today. And we admit that yes, they are right. The image quality in contrast, brightness and color is amazing.
Also, although a good external sound system will always be better, the technology of Surface Audio+ it's not bad at all. The feeling that the sound is received directly from the front and not as a bounce is appreciated.
It is available in screens of 77, 65 and 55 inches.
Sony Bravia XR Master Series A90J
If the A80J was already a high quality display, the Master Series A90J goes one step further. Both share a lot of technology, although this time the panel offers an extra in terms of brightness that can make a difference in certain conditions.
For the rest, it is a high-performance television with diagonals of 55, 65 and 85 inches.
The Google TV universe on TCL televisions
TCL is not a very popular manufacturer like Sony, but it is still important in certain markets. And in others such as Spanish, it is becoming more and more noticeable with devices whose prices are more affordable for a large number of users.
Currently it is also one of the manufacturers that has announced the fastest support that it will give to Gogle TV. Among its models that already include the Google operating system are the following.
TLC 4K QLED C725
One of the most affordable proposals of the brand and with interesting features such as the HDMI 21, support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos 3F. Besides, his 4K panel with QLED technology offers a good contrast ratio and high brightness.
TCL 4K HDR P725
Of a higher range, this TCL P725 It is a television whose main attraction is undoubtedly the support for the variable refresh and HDMI input that supports up to 120 Hz. These two data make it an interesting option to squeeze the full potential of the new Xbox Series X and Playstation 5 consoles.
TCL 4K Mini LED C825
His latest proposal is this TCL C825, a television that will bet on a Mini LED panel of which there are not many details yet, but which could mean a before and after in the face of that high-end range that it also seeks to conquer.
Other devices that will have Google TV
As we said, there will be many more devices with Google TV in a matter of time. Of those that are already sold or have been doing so for months (even when the system had not been presented) the most prominent are those that shape the Nvidia Shield family and the occasional set top box.
At the moment no official updates, but if you have the latest version of Android TV you can, as we explained to you, change the launcher and have a home screen similar to that of Google TV.
This process, while not being extremely simple, does not imply much complexity if you are fairly good at using different apps and services.