Android TV will get the new interface with the release of Android O

Google announced a number of changes in design interface of the platform Android TV, which are expected with the release of the next version of the Android operating system O.

So, the home screen will have new appearance. And with the new API, application developers can create the application a lot of channels that will be visible in the form of a string of programmes on the screen. At the top of the screen will house your most used apps, and below will be the Next Watch section (See the following) with the content selected in accordance with user preferences.

In addition to the new interface Google also brings support for voice assistant Google on Assistant Android TV. As a result, the user can search for content and control playback and smart home devices with voice commands.

Android O Google Assistant will appear on Android TV closer to the end of the year. The first device receiving the update will be Nexus Player. However, Google Assistant will also appear devices with Android TV-based versions of Marshmallow and Nougat. With regard to geographical distribution Assistant on Android TV, while Google only mentions USA.


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