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Google TV Streamer Review: High-End Streaming for Power Users

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The rear of the unit includes Ethernet and HDMI 2.1 ports.

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It’s a wedge, really

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The main Google TV interface

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The apps only interface is sadly locked down

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Google TV Streamer Like
    Powerful enough for gaming Broad app support Excellent smart home integration Don’t like
      Interface is very busy Simpler OSD option disables search Costs twice what most streaming sticks Apple TV 4K is even quicker

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