, Google has unveiled its latest product for the living room. It replaces the Chromecast and is a standalone set-top box as opposed to the dongles we’re used to. The tiny wedge-shaped duo supports all the expected features, including HDR, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio. But Google is also making the device’s smart home bona fides in a big way with support for Matter and Thread. You also get a popover Google Home panel that lets you transform your smart home from the comfort of your TV.
Of course, considering how many smart TVs there are, you might wonder why Google would push this product out. Or the ubiquity of other platforms that do the same job, from Roku to streaming-friendly cable boxes. On the one hand, Google wants to keep a grip on the biggest screen in your home, and on the other, it’s a great way to advertise the search giant’s AI prowess, offering custom recommendations for things to watch. Plus, if you’re looking for something a little more made by Google, you can get it for $100 when it launches in September.
As for Chromecast, we’re keeping it as a dirt-cheap little streaming stick.
– Don Cooper
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Looks beautiful.
Google isn’t stopping its products early, however, and . The fourth-generation model features a larger LCD display, curved design and customizable faces, including turning the screen into a watch in idle mode. You also get AI tricks to improve your power efficiency Of course you do
Yes, that’s why, Linda.
X has announced that it will sue the Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM), an advertising industry group. . GARM, which counts Mars and Unilever among its members, is charged with influencing where mega-brands spend their money.
Now, I am a simple country lawyer who doesn’t know much about advertising, regulation or business. But I wonder if removing your trust and security team, running the site as reliably as British Rail, and allowing hateful content to be posted next to ads would be a problem. No, of course not, that would be stupid. Let’s all try to find the one who did it .
Perfect dedication to the bit.
I don’t care that it’s a stupid gimmick, and I have no real interest in making this kind of music. Damn, guys, I want to play along. Yes, it’s a KO II with a different paint job, but you have to reward this serious bit of dedication.
