Google TV

 


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### **1. What is Google TV?**  

Google TV is a **smart TV operating system** (OS) developed by Google. It’s a rebranded, upgraded version of **Android TV** with a redesigned interface, better content recommendations, and deeper integration with Google services (e.g., Google Assistant, Chromecast).  


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### **2. Do LG, Sony, or Samsung Use Google TV?**  

Here’s the breakdown by brand:  


#### **LG TVs**  

- **OS**: **webOS** (LG’s proprietary platform).  

- **No Google TV**: LG TVs do not run Google TV or Android TV. They use webOS, which has partnerships with apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+.  


#### **Sony TVs**  

- **OS**: **Google TV** (since 2021) or **Android TV** (older models).  

  - **2021 and newer**: Sony shifted to **Google TV** for its smart interface (e.g., X80J, X90J, A80J OLED).  

  - **Pre-2021 models**: Use **Android TV**.  

- **Key Point**: Sony is the **only major brand** among the three that uses Google TV.  


#### **Samsung TVs**  

- **OS**: **Tizen OS** (Samsung’s proprietary platform).  

- **No Google TV**: Samsung TVs do not support Google TV or Android TV. They rely on Tizen, which has its own app ecosystem.  


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### **3. Why Don’t LG/Samsung Use Google TV?**  

- **Control over Ecosystem**: LG and Samsung prefer to maintain their own platforms (webOS, Tizen) to control app partnerships, updates, and user data.  

- **Competition**: Google TV competes directly with their proprietary systems.  


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### **4. Brands That *Do* Use Google TV**  

If you want a TV with Google TV, consider these brands:  

- **TCL** (e.g., C645, C735)  

- **Hisense** (e.g., U6H, U7H)  

- **Philips** (e.g., The One, OLED 807)  

- **Xiaomi** (e.g., Mi TV 5X Pro)  

- **Realme** (Smart TV 4K)  


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### **5. Key Differences: Google TV vs. Proprietary OS**  

| **Feature**          | **Google TV**                                  | **LG webOS/Samsung Tizen**            |  

|-----------------------|-----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------|  

| **App Ecosystem**     | Access to Google Play Store                   | Limited to curated apps               |  

| **Voice Assistant**   | Google Assistant built-in                     | Alexa/Google Assistant (limited)      |  

| **Updates**           | Regular updates from Google                   | Updates depend on brand               |  

| **Content Aggregation**| Unified "For You" recommendations            | Separate app-based browsing           |  


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### **6. Should You Buy a Google TV?**  

- **Yes if**: You want seamless Google integration (Chromecast, Assistant), a vast app library, and personalized content suggestions.  

- **No if**: You prefer brand-specific features (e.g., LG’s Magic Remote, Samsung’s Gaming Hub).  


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### **Final Verdict**  

- **LG/Samsung**: Stick to their own OS (webOS/Tizen) and avoid Google TV.  

- **Sony**: Uses Google TV on newer models (2021+).  

- **Alternatives**: TCL, Hisense, Xiaomi, and Philips offer Google TV at lower prices.  


If you’re specifically looking for Google TV, avoid LG/Samsung and check Sony’s latest models or other brands like TCL. Let me know if you need help choosing! 📺

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