Android 14 Beta unveils ‘Find My Remote’ feature for Google TV

The message on Walmart’s Onn Google TV 4K Plus matches that found in the Android 14 for TV update, suggesting this isn’t an exclusive feature. (Image: AFTVNews)

The latest update for Google TV (as part of the Android 14 beta release) introduces a convenient “find my remote” feature, which is designed to alleviate the common frustration of misplaced remotes. It was highlighted during the recent Google I/O conference and confirmed by Android Authority.

Here’s how it works: Your Google TV includes a dedicated button that, when pressed, triggers your remote to emit a sound for 30 seconds. This function is compatible only with certain Google TV remote models. To deactivate the sound before the 30 seconds elapse, simply press any button on the remote.

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OnePlus 11 gets Android 14 update

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OnePlus has started rolling out Android 14 to its flagship OnePlus 11 phone. The update is coming to India first, its biggest market. But we should expect it to arrive in other markets soon after. Phone makers like to roll out new Android updates slowly. And for now, this "stable" release is opt-in via the beta program. 

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Google's bringing new wallpaper customization options to Android 14

Google spent a lot of time talking about their new wallpapers coming to Android 14 during their I/O event. Here are the three main updates you need to know:

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