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Did you miss Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Don’t worry! Some products are still running the same sales, including the Google TV Streamer, our most recommended smart TV box. It’s still at its record-low price of $74.99. Buy the Google TV Streamer for just $74.99 ($25 off)
This offer is available from Amazon. The deal applies to both the Porcelain and Haze color versions. Take your pick!
Google TV Streamer Google TV Streamer Google's boldest streaming device ever. Carrying on the legacy of the Chromecast, the Google TV Streamer brings a sleek new design, more power, a redesigned remote, and smart home hub features to Google TV. See price at Amazon Save $25.00
Whether you own a TV without a smart TV operating system or simply want to upgrade your entertainment experience, the Google TV Streamer is a great way to enhance your setup.
At just $74.99, this is still the best deal we’ve seen on Google’s smart TV box. We were sad to see the Chromecast lineup die, but this is a fine replacement. Performance is really nice, powered by a MediaTek MT8696 processor and 4GB. of RAM. It’s 22% faster than its predecessor, and storage space has been doubled to 32GB.
The only downside I could find is that it is much more noticeable than Chromecasts. The older Google TV devices used to hide behind the TV. Instead, this one is meant to sit somewhere around the TV. The good news is that the design language is very similar. The minimalist look will ensure the device doesn’t stick out like a sore thumb.
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The general experience is unchanged, though. It runs Google TV, providing access to all the apps available on the Google Play Store. It also supports Google Cast, as well as Google Assistant and Google Home. Yes, you can control all your smart home devices with it!
Another difference is that the remote is slightly larger, but we actually prefer that, as it makes it feel more ergonomic. Google has also added a Find My Remote function, which can make the remote beep, making it easier to locate when it’s hidden under cushions.
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