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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Google TV adds audio descriptions to movies

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The latest update to Google TV makes the service more accessible to those who are blind or have low vision. There are now audio descriptions that narrate live visual information as they happen. The app has curated a list of movies with audio descriptions on the app. Just press the Google Assistant button and say, "Search audio description movies" to start exploring.

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Google TV's personalized profiles get delayed

We've been waiting for Google TV to roll out profiles for multiple users. It was expected to come out last month, but, unfortunately, it looks like the feature will be delayed. Google spokesperson Ivy Hunt informed The Verge that it will start rolling out "in the coming months." It isn't ideal, we admit, but it is out of our hands. Here is the heads up that you'll have to wait a bit more to separate your watchlists on the platform.

Google TV plans to bring user profiles next month to Chromecast, Sony and TCL TVs

Google TV is also getting a significant and essential upgrade. The app is getting user profiles next month. This is essential for personalized recommendations, which was tough before, given there weren't personal profiles on the platform. Profiles on Google TV will apply to all Google accounts on the device, with each profile showing its watchlist, recommendations, and Google Assistant queries. Downloaded apps and app logins will also sync across all profiles. This feature will come to Google's Chromecast and televisions from Sony and TCL.

Source: 9to5Google