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Android TV
NameAndroid TV
DeveloperGoogle
Released2014
Kernel typeLinux kernel
LicenseApache License
Website[https://www.android.com/tv/ Android TV]

Android TV is a version of the Android operating system designed for digital media players, developed by Google. It is a successor to Google TV, which was a similar platform that was launched in 2010, in collaboration with Intel, Sony, and Logitech. Android TV was first announced at the Google I/O conference in 2014, and it was initially released with the Nexus Player, a digital media player developed by Google and Asus. The platform has since been adopted by several manufacturers, including Sony, Sharp, and Philips.

Introduction

Android TV is designed to provide a user-friendly interface for accessing various types of content, including YouTube, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video, on a television set. It also supports Google Play Store, which allows users to download and install various apps, including games, music players, and social media apps. The platform is based on the Linux kernel and uses the Apache License, which is an open-source license. Android TV also supports Google Assistant, which is a virtual assistant developed by Google, and it can be controlled using a remote control or a mobile app.

History

The development of Android TV began in 2013, when Google started working on a new version of the Android operating system that would be designed specifically for digital media players. The company announced the platform at the Google I/O conference in 2014, and it was initially released with the Nexus Player. The platform has since been updated several times, with new features and improvements being added regularly. In 2015, Google released Android TV 5.1, which added support for USB devices and improved the user interface. In 2017, the company released Android Oreo for Android TV, which added support for picture-in-picture mode and improved the performance of the platform.

Features

Android TV has several features that make it a popular choice for digital media players. It supports 4K resolution and High Dynamic Range (HDR), which provide a high-quality viewing experience. The platform also supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, which are audio and video technologies developed by Dolby Laboratories. Android TV also has a built-in Google Chromecast feature, which allows users to stream content from their mobile devices to their television sets. The platform also supports Google Play Games, which is a gaming platform developed by Google, and it has a large collection of games, including Asphalt 8: Airborne and Clash of Clans.

Devices

Several manufacturers have released devices that run on Android TV, including Sony, Sharp, and Philips. The Nexus Player was the first device to run on the platform, and it was developed by Google and Asus. Other popular devices that run on Android TV include the Xiaomi Mi Box and the NVIDIA Shield TV. These devices are available in various sizes and shapes, and they can be connected to a television set using an HDMI cable. Android TV devices are also available in various price ranges, from budget-friendly options like the Google Chromecast to high-end devices like the NVIDIA Shield TV Pro.

Software

Android TV is based on the Linux kernel and uses the Apache License, which is an open-source license. The platform has a user-friendly interface that is designed to provide easy access to various types of content, including YouTube, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video. Android TV also supports Google Play Store, which allows users to download and install various apps, including games, music players, and social media apps. The platform also supports Google Assistant, which is a virtual assistant developed by Google, and it can be controlled using a remote control or a mobile app.

Comparison_to_other_media_players

Android TV competes with other media players, including Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV. These platforms have similar features and capabilities, but they also have some differences. For example, Apple TV is designed to work seamlessly with other Apple devices, while Roku has a larger collection of channels and apps. Amazon Fire TV is designed to provide easy access to Amazon Prime Video content, and it also supports Alexa, which is a virtual assistant developed by Amazon. Android TV, on the other hand, has a large collection of apps and games, and it supports Google Assistant, which is a virtual assistant developed by Google.

Development

The development of Android TV is ongoing, with new features and improvements being added regularly. Google has released several updates to the platform, including Android Oreo and Android Pie, which have added new features and improved the performance of the platform. The company has also released several developer tools, including the Android TV SDK, which allows developers to create apps for the platform. Android TV has also been adopted by several manufacturers, including Sony, Sharp, and Philips, which have released devices that run on the platform. The platform has also been used in various applications, including smart TVs and set-top boxes, and it has been adopted by several cable providers, including Comcast and AT&T.

Category:Digital media players