What They Say
Google said at the I/O event that it now has more than 80 million Android TV OS devices active each month. The OS has seen growth of 80% in the US in the last year. It also has a WatchNext API that allows developers to make binge watching easier from within Apps and this has increased engagement by 30% in some cases. 100 ‘major media partners’ are said to be using the WatchNext API.
The devices include Chromecast streaming devices, and Android TVs or those with Google TV. Enhancements announced at the event include the ability to transfer streams from mobile devices and the Chrome browser to apps running on Android TV. The new “Stream Transfer” feature lets users from device to device within the home, following them as they change rooms. “Stream Expansion,” meanwhile, lets users port the audio track to what they’re watching to a smart speaker.
A Google TV Emulator allows Android 11 smartphones to use a Google TV interface to control a connected TV.
What We Think
We assume it also includes STBs. A few weeks ago, Technicolor said it had sold 10 million STBs based on Android. (Over 10 Million Android TV Set-Top Boxes Deployed Since 2016 Confirms Technicolor Connected Home’s Leadership Position in Market) (BR)
