Smart TVs have become increasingly versatile devices and not only serve to watch live television channels that are available in each country. In Spain it is possible access a large number of streaming servicesand in addition to this, you can play without the need for console or create a homemade multimedia server.
This is thanks to the operating systems that these devices have and the applications that allow to install and use. Android TV – now Google TV – is one of the most used in the world. The best thing is that, being also based on Android, allows Use all Google infrastructurelike the application store.
Everything must be said, this operating system is not usually updated as in mobile phones, where there is a new version with novelties and even changes in the design of the smartphones software. These devices usually enjoy less updates, and now Google has shown How will it be the next one that reaches TVs with Android 16.
First novelties
The first thing to keep in mind is that Android 16 for Google TV is in an initial stage of its development, so it is possible that, in the final version, there are some more noticeable changes in the operating system. The most obvious change that can be seen with the naked eye It is the design.
The interface becomes more rounded, and darker and darker colors predominate, making the aesthetics much more sober. The Color difference between menus It also becomes more noticeable, so that the visual impact is greater and it is clear in which section it is in each moment.
Google TV with Android 16
On the other hand, as stated Android Authority, Compatibility with the Eclipsa audio codec is added, in addition to adding performance improvements and local media reproduction.
The fast settings panel also has changes that make it more comfortable to use, such as an accessible drop -down tab from anywhere to activate or deactivate some configurations.
At the moment, there are few changes that have been taken from the emulation tool of this new version of the system, but more striking news is expected, including the plausible integration with Gemini.
For now, it seems that we will have to wait until the end of the year, which is when this new version of the system is expected to be launched, with greater visual clarity as one of its great advantages.
