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Move over, Chromecast. Google has a new streaming device that makes is easier to watch what you want, when you want — and it retails for under $100.
The Google TV Steamer, announced on Tuesday (Aug. 6), boasts two times the memory of Google Chromecast and 32GB of storage for faster app loading and easier navigation. Google TV Streamer also features AI capabilities, powered by Google’s Gemini technology, and an updated design that you’ll want to keep on display.
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The device is available porcelain or hazel and retails for $99.99. It’s currently up for pre-order and will be released on Sept. 24, according to Amazon.
It’s also slender enough for a minimalist set-up. If you’re in a small apartment, bedroom or dorm room, the Google TV Streamer will fit comfortably in tight spaces and you get access to over 700,000 movies and TV shows on Prime Video, Netflix, Max, Peacock, YouTube TV, Disney+, Apple TV+ and other streaming apps, in addition to live TV with 800+ free channels.
Thanks to Google’s Gemini, Google TV Streamer offers a full rundown of what to watch — from complete summaries to reviews and “season-by-season breakdowns.” Other features include a better processor, 4K HDR, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and you can sync it to your Google Home app to control Google products such as the Nest Learning Thermostat, Nest Doorbell and thousands of other devices.
The device has a redesigned voice remote, improved ergonomics and a textured backing with an “optimized button layout to fit all sizes of hands,” per Google.
Plus, Google TV Streamer allows you to cast music from your smart phone and play it in on your TV.
Google TV Steamer works with WiFi but you can also hardwire it to an ethernet port. The device is available for pre-order online at the Google Store, Amazon and Best Buy.
The quarterfinals of Billboard‘s Fan Army Face Off is here, and it’s Taylor Swift versus Billie Eilish. Keep watching to see how they stack up against each other! Vote now! Tetris Kelley:It’s the quarterfinals of Billboard‘s Fan Army Face-Off, and these matchups are getting intense. Our first matchup is the Swifties vs. Billie Eilish fans. […]
Kehlani ex and father of her daughter, Javaughn Young-White, has accused the singer of being in a cult as he files for full custody of their daughter. Keep watching for the details. Tetris Kelly:Kehlani is being accused of being in a cult by her ex, who is seeking full custody of their daughter. In court […]
The eight year hiatus of The Empire of the Sun is officially over with the dawn of their new era, ‘Ask That God.’ The duo shares their reasoning behind dissolving the band then coming back, the intimate themes of ‘Ask That God,’ their thoughts on Mac Miller sampling their music for “The Spins,” working with PNAU and more!
Luke Steele:
So he’s gonna be on the next record. We’re gonna throw that out there Billboard
Katie Bain:
Manifesting that here.
Luke Steele:
Yep.
Katie Bain:
It starts right here. Okay.
Luke Steele:
Paul McCartney, if you’re listening. Got some songs for you. Hello. We’re Empire of the Sun, and you’re watching
Nick Littlemore:
Billboard News.
Katie Bain:
Very excited to have you here in the studio. Was it always inevitable that there would be a new Empire of the Sun album?
Luke Steele:
It was a little bit touch and go there.
Nick Littlemore:
No, it was always inevitable. As to when.
Luke Steele:
Yeah. I guess-
Nick Littlemore:
That’s the question.
Katie Bain:
Okay.
Nick Littlemore:
The Empire will go on. It’s not like there’s other empires before that have, all, you know, folded. We will keep going. So
Katie Bain:
Sure. Why was this the right moment?
Luke Steele:
We’ve been working together for 20 years, over 20 years, so I think we had to get to that point where we said, enough is enough. I’ve had it with you, Nick, go my own way. You know, we had to turn all the computers off. We had to shut everything down. And even though the pandemic was, you know, horrible for the band, I think it was a bit of a blessing because we got to step away. You know, for 20 years we built this castle, and it was time for us to abandon, kind of abandon the dream and let it all get covered in raids, to then come back again and realize what we loved about it so much in the first place.
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Khalid’s latest album, Sincere, has a hot track called “Heatstroke.” See how he was inspired to write the fiery track, from songwriting to the music video! Khalid:Hey, what’s up? It’s Khalid here, and this is how it went down with my song “Heatstroke.” “Heatstroke,” to me, is a risk for me to take. I love […]
Taylor Swift is rounding out her European leg of The Eras Tour, and she surprised fans with five new openers to her London shows. What do you think of her additional openers? Let us know in the comments below! Tetris Kelly: With only eight more European dates on her Eras Tour, Taylor Swift recruits five […]
Charli XCX marked her 32nd birthday with some famous friends. Keep watching to see who and how she was celebrated! Tetris Kelly:Brat summer continues as Charli XCX celebrates her birthday with her new collaborator and some other music friends. We have the details. Charli and Billie just dropped the “Guess” remix that has everybody talking. […]
Will Shaboozey be able to hold on to his No. 1 spot from Morgan Wallen and Post Malone? Tetris Kelly:This is the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 for the week dated Aug. 10. Billie is back in the top 10, while “Please Please Please” falls to nine. Chappell Roan hits a new No. 8 peak, […]
Lollapalooza day one in Chicago was the place to see unforgettable performances. Megan Thee Stallion, Chappell Roan, Benson Boone, Kesha and loads more took to the stage to stun fans. Take a peak in this segment of ‘All Access!’ Tetris Kelly: From Chappell Roan to Thee Stallion Lollapalooza day one in Chicago was the place […]
TWS helped launch the GRAMMY Museum’s ‘HYBE: We Believe In Music’ Exhibit where it showcased various artifacts from HYBE’s K-Pop groups from BTS, SEVENTEEN, and more. Keep watching for a sneak peek!
TWS:
Seeing the footsteps of so many of the senior groups made us realize that we should be great artists too.
Tetris Kelly:
TWS helped kick off the GRAMMY Museum’s ‘HYBE: We Believe In Music’ Exhibit, which is open today, in Los Angeles. And Billboard and the band were on site to bring you all the access.
TWS:
I grew up watching and listening to K-pop at a very young age.
Tetris Kelly:
TWS, one of HYBE’s newest groups that debuted in January of this year, and joins the ranks of some of the epic K-Pop global groups to be featured at the GRAMMY Museum.
TWS:
So I am very honored to be here today at the GRAMMY Museum and to see the bracelets we wore on display.
Tetris Kelly:
Along with their bracelets, the exhibit, which runs through September 15th, displays outfits, accessories and artifacts from HYBE groups that span two decades. SEVENTEEN, LE SSERAFIM, ENHYPEN, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, and of course, BTS, have all contributed to the exhibit. It also features items from some of their newer groups, BOYNEXTDOOR, &TEAM, and their newest group, KATSEYE.
TWS:
I want to say, we’re working hard to show our various sides in our performances and on stage, so please look forward to it. We’re trying our best, thank you!
Tetris Kelly:
TWS helped celebrate the launch of the exhibit by doing a Q&A and giving fans a performance.
TWS:
Every moment is a precious opportunity for us. Thank you.
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