TL;DR
At CES 2026 Google demonstrated new Gemini features built for Google TV, including conversational search, educational deep dives, photo and video reimagining, and voice-driven TV settings adjustments. The tools will appear first on select TCL sets and expand to more Google TV devices in the months ahead, with platform and account requirements.
What happened
Google used CES 2026 to preview a batch of new Gemini-powered capabilities tailored to big-screen viewing. The company showed how viewers can use natural language to find shows, get plot recaps, receive blended recommendations, or identify a title from a description. Gemini’s TV interface adapts visually, combining text, images, video context and live sports information where relevant. Beyond entertainment, Google demonstrated interactive narrated overviews for learning and follow-up Q&A on-screen. Personal media features include searching a Google Photos library for specific people or moments, applying artistic styles to images and video, and producing cinematic slideshows. A notable convenience feature lets users report problems like dim screens or inaudible dialogue and have Gemini adjust the appropriate TV settings without leaving playback. Google said the new features will roll out first on select TCL televisions and later reach additional Google TV devices.
Why it matters
- Natural language control could simplify content discovery compared with traditional menu navigation.
- On-screen deep dives position the TV as both an entertainment and educational device.
- AI-powered editing and slideshow tools bring personal media workflows to the living room screen.
- Voice-driven setting adjustments reduce the need to pause or exit content to change system options.
Key facts
- Google first brought Gemini to Google TV devices in November (prior to CES 2026).
- New Gemini features were previewed at CES 2026 in Las Vegas.
- Initial deployment will target select TCL televisions before broader availability on other Google TV devices.
- Gemini for Google TV supports conversational search, plot recaps, blended recommendations, and title identification from descriptions.
- The TV presentation adapts to queries with a visually rich mix of text, imagery, video context and real-time sports updates.
- Educational features include narrated interactive overviews and follow-up question support on-screen.
- Users can query their Google Photos for people or moments, apply artistic styles to photos and videos, and create cinematic slideshows.
- Voice commands can prompt Gemini to change TV settings (for example, brightness or audio adjustments) without navigating menus.
- The features require Google TV devices running Android TV OS 14 or higher and an internet connection.
- Not all languages, countries or devices will be supported at launch, and a Google account is required to access Gemini on TV.
What to watch next
- Wider availability beyond the initial TCL models — Google says broader rollouts will occur in the months ahead.
- Exact list of supported languages, countries and devices at launch — not confirmed in the source.
- Details on how personal media is processed or stored when applying AI edits to photos and videos — not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- Gemini: Google’s family of AI models and tools that power conversational and generative features across devices.
- Google TV: A smart TV platform and user interface that aggregates streaming apps and content recommendations.
- Android TV OS 14: A version of Google’s operating system for televisions; certain features may require this or newer releases.
- Google Photos: Google’s cloud-based photo and video storage service that includes search and editing tools.
Reader FAQ
When will these Gemini features be available on my TV?
They arrive first on select TCL televisions and will expand to other Google TV devices in the months ahead.
What hardware or software do I need?
A Google TV device running Android TV OS 14 or higher, an internet connection, and a Google account are required.
Can Gemini edit my photos and videos on the TV?
Yes — Google demonstrated applying artistic styles and creating cinematic slideshows from a Google Photos library.
Which languages and countries are supported?
Not confirmed in the source.
Google believes AI can improve the TV-watching experience, which is why it brought its Gemini AI to Google TV devices in November. At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2026) in…
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