CES 2025: Google TV gets an AI boost with Gemini for smarter search and hands-free interaction
Google is redefining the TV viewing experience with the introduction of Gemini, the latest AI-powered upgrade to Google TV. Launched at CES 2025, this innovation brings a host of smarter features to transform the way users find content and control their smart homes. The update is expected later this year to roll out on select Google TV devices.
Gemini’s standout feature is its conversational search capabilities, allowing users to interact with Google TV in a natural, intuitive way. Gone are the days of stiff voice commands like “Hey Google”. Now users can ask questions like “Show me a movie with Tom Hanks” or “What’s the weather like this weekend?” and get relevant results, such as movie listings or weather forecasts, directly on the screen. Even broader questions like “What are some fun family activities?” or “Looking for documentaries about space exploration?” handled with ease, pulling content from YouTube and other streaming services.
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Smart home center at your fingertips
In addition to smarter search features, Gemini also turns Google TV into a control center for smart home devices. Users can manage lights, thermostats and security cameras directly from their TV, providing a more convenient and integrated way to interact with their connected home.
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Personalized features for everyday use
Gemini also offers personalized features, including a far-field microphone that allows users to give voice commands without the need for a remote control, and a proximity sensor that adjusts the TV’s content based on the distance of the TV. user. When users get close to the TV, the screen can display customized widgets with weather updates or the latest news.
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This move to embed AI into Google TV reflects a larger trend in the TV industry, where competitors like LG, Samsung and Microsoft are also incorporating AI into their products to deliver smarter, more intuitive experiences. .
