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This Is the Best Web Browser for Android TV
Updated: March 26, 2022
Unfortunately, no browser comes pre-installed on the stock version of Android TVs. So, if you are looking for a good web browser, you have no option but to download a third-party web browser app for Android TV. I recently switched from Puffin TV browser to TV Bro on my Android TV and so far, I’m […]
5 Best Free VPN Apps for Android TV
Updated: October 11, 2021
Free VPN services are pretty rare on the internet and when it comes to Android TV, it gets rarer. Moreover, free VPN apps for Android TV that are available aren’t reliable. So, that makes the list scarce. Hence, I went through the Play Store and over a period of time formed a curated list of […]
How to Watch Wonder Woman 1984 Outside USA on Android, iOS, Android TV, Firestick, and Web
Updated: October 11, 2021
After innumerable delays, Wonder Woman 1984 is destined to release on 25th December 2020. Merry Christmas everyone. Now, for all DC fans outside the US, it’s a bit bummer. As of now, Wonder Woman 1984 will only release in US theatres and as an HBO Max exclusive. It basically means it’s only the US as […]
8 Best Android TV Boxes to Get Before New Year
Updated: October 11, 2021
Android TVs are one of the best streaming platforms due to the sheer amount of app support it offers. Moreover, with the advent of Nvidia GeForce Now on Android TV and Google Stadia about to arrive in early 2021, it’s also a pretty good platform for gaming. The question is which is the best Android […]
20 Best Android TV Apps You Should Try in 2020
Updated: October 10, 2021
Compared with other streaming devices like FireStick, Roku, etc, Android TV has a lot more apps which makes it a more desirable choice when you want more than just a media box. I have made a list of some of the best apps for Android TV that would actually offer something ‘out of the box’. So, we’ll […]
How To Install New Google TV Interface On Any Android TV
Updated: October 11, 2021
The new Chromecast device, popularly known as Google Sabrina, brought a new Google TV Interface. This new Google TV reinvents the way you discover content on your Android TV. Consider it similar to the FireTV launcher or Xiaomi PatchWall, which focuses more on content rather than apps. The Google TV Interface will eventually launch for […]
How to Open Sideload Apps From The Default Android TV Launcher
Updated: October 11, 2021
If you have ever sideloaded an app on your Android TV, you might have noticed that it doesn’t show up on the home screen and neither the app drawer. One way to access such sideloaded apps is via a third-party launcher like Sideload Launcher, HALauncher, etc. But, you cannot set a third-party launcher as the […]
How to Send Files Between Android TV and iPhone
Updated: October 10, 2021
Here is an easy way to send music, photos, videos, etc from your iPhone to your Android TV. All you need is an active Wi-Fi connection and a free app installed on your Android TV. Let’s see how it works. Send files from iPhone to Android TV Turn on your Android TV, and head over […]
What To Do If You Lose Your Android TV Box Remote
Updated: October 10, 2021
Whether you have lost your Sheild TV remote or forget to bring the Mi box remote to your hotel, thankfully, you can still use your Android TV box without having to purchase a new remote. Here I have listed 5 ways to use your Android TV if you ever lost your remote. Before we begin […]
How to Watch Peacock TV Outside US on Android TV
Updated: October 18, 2021
NBC’s new streaming app – Peacock launched last week in the US with thousands of hours of free movies and TV shows. And while there are workarounds to bypass this geo-restrictions on Android, iOS, and Web, things aren’t that easy for the Android TV – even with a VPN. But, fret not, we found a […]
How to Connect and Map PS4 Controller to Android TV?
Updated: October 10, 2021
While testing the Mi Box to see if it could run games that required a controller, I came across a small issue. Even though you can navigate the Android TV with a Bluetooth Controller there is no way to go to the home screen directly. So I figured why not remap the keys on the DS4 […]
Nokia TV 55 inch Ultra HD (4K) LED Smart Android TV Review
Updated: December 24, 2019
Nokia recently launched its first Smart TV in India in partnership with the e-commerce giant Flipkart. A 55-Inch TV 4K UHD with Android TV OS 9.0 out of the box went on sale from December 10th. Unlike the other players in the market such as OnePlus, Motorola, VU, etc, Nokia TV is only available in […]
How to Fix Android TV stuck on Boot
Published: December 16, 2019
This week, we got the newly released Nokia TV, running Android TV 9.0 and after the first OTA update, it was stuck on the startup screen for hours. We did a force restart a couple of times but eventually had settle for hardware reset which solved the issue. So, here is how you fix Android […]
2019 Nvidia Shield TV Review – the Best Android TV in the Market
Updated: October 10, 2021
NVIDIA Shield TV dropped on October 28th with two models this year; A Tube version and a Pro version (obviously). The 2019 models show off a completely redesigned remote, hardware upgrades, and some software sorcery. Shield TV has been outperforming $50 streaming boxes since 2015 and I have been using the Tube version, testing the […]
How to Watch Apple TV+ on Roku, FireFox, Android TV and Chromecast
Updated: December 25, 2021
Apple TV+ is the newest media streaming service by Apple which brings you originals like The Morning Show, SEE, Dickinson, For All Mankind, and much more. While it comes bundled (for a year) with every Apple product purchased after September 10, you can still get the subscription for $4.99 if you don’t own any Apple […]
How to Sideload Apps on Android TV Box like Mi Box or Nvidia Shield TV
Updated: August 7, 2019
Your Android TV such as Mi Box or Nvidia Shield TV comes with the Google Play Store. And it’s pretty good. However, it only features apps that are optimized for the TV interface. But there are times when you have to sideload apps on your Android TV. For example, the other day, I wanted to […]
How to Record Screen on MI Box or Any Android TV?
Updated: October 10, 2021
Mi Box S is a great way to convert a regular TV to an Android TV, you get to play games, install Android apps, watch Netflix and YouTube, etc. I test a lot of gadgets at TechWiser and a major part of it involves recording the screen. To my surprise, there is no native option […]
Best Android TV Launcher To Redesign Mi Box and Shield TV
Updated: October 10, 2021
There is no shortage of great third-party launcher apps for Android. We got Nova, Niagara, Microsoft launcher and much more. However, the Native App launcher for Android TV is very restrictive, the UI is cluttered and hides sideloaded apps by default. This is where third-party app launchers for Android TV really make a difference. We’ve […]
Here Are 5 Best File Managers for Android TV in 2019
Updated: May 21, 2019
There is no shortage of good file manager for your Android smartphone. You get a bunch of solid file explorer on the Play Store like Files by Google and Solid Explorer etc. But when it comes to Android TV, the options are limited and some of them even seem to be unreliable at times. I spent […]
8 Best Browsers for Android TV That Actually Works (2020)
Updated: November 26, 2021
Android TV does not come with a built-in web browser. Partly because most people won’t use a web browser on a tv, and even if they do, the remote is not built for that kind of browsing experience. That said, there are times when you want to browse the web on your TV. For instance, […]
How to Install Chrome Browser on Android TV
Updated: October 10, 2021
Android TV is a great TV OS, however, it was slightly disappointing when I realized that it doesn’t have a decent browser preloaded. I have found three ways with which you can install a browser on your Android TV. Let’s see how. Not every Android TV device would let you install Chrome with the first two […]
Chromecast vs FireStick vs Roku vs Android TV vs Apple TV – Which one to buy?
Updated: December 25, 2021
Streaming devices make it easier to watch your internet TV on your regular TV. Simply plugged in the in the HDMI dongle to the HDMI port of your television and you are good to go. However, with so many options to choose from like Chromecast, Fire Stick, Roku, etc, it might get difficult to pick […]
How to Control Samsung Smart TV From iPhone and Android
Published: December 13, 2023
So, the final match is about to begin, and you grab your remote to change the channel, only to find out that the Channel button is not working. To add fuel to the fire, some of the number pad is also not working. Thankfully, there’s a way to control your Samsung Smart TV without the […]
7 Best Ways to Connect Android or iPhone to Samsung TV Wirelessly
Published: November 4, 2022
Samsung Smart TV comes with a built-in Wi-Fi service to connect to the internet. Then, why not use the TV to its full potential by connecting your Android phone or iPhone to it? By doing so, you can watch videos and photos from your phone on the big TV screen. You can even mirror the […]
How to Transfer Files to Amazon Fire TV Stick From Android (And Vice-Versa)
Updated: October 11, 2021
Want to watch the movie you downloaded on your phone or play photos and videos of your recent trip on Amazon Fire TV? Unfortunately, you can’t transfer files directly from your Android phone to Fire TV Stick. Luckily there are bunch of third-party apps that let you do that. Here’s how to transfer files betwee […]
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