Google TV

Google TV is a streaming service for Android smartphones and tablets that allows us to rent and purchase movies online from its huge catalog of films.

Google's online video library with thousands of movies

On-demand video and film platforms have become very popular thanks to services such as Netflix and HBO, which have made high-quality films and series accessible to many users on both computers and Android and iOS smartphones and SmartTVs.

Google offers us a similar service as it has its own platform for renting movies (and TV shows in certain countries). It is called Google TV (Google Play Movies

Google's online video store

But it's not just about being an online video store, because it also offers us access to the Google Play Movies store. In other words, not only can you rent them, you can also buy them to watch as many times as you want.

And now that you know what this app is for, let's learn about the main features and functions of this service:

• Large selection of films to rent. In some countries you can also access TV series.
• Access to the film shop where you can buy and download films.
• Enjoy watching the movies in high quality like HD and 4K.
• Create your own wish list so you always know which movies you want to watch.
• Play the movies in their original languages ​​or dubbed in different languages.
• Play the content on other devices thanks to Chromecast.

How Google TV works

How this application works is not too complicated. You just have to download and install the APK to get the most out of the catalogue. However, in order to rent or buy movies, you need to configure a payment method in Google Play. In other words, it's similar to buying applications.

Requirements and further information:

• TV programs are currently available in the US, UK and Japan.

• Minimum operating system requirements: Android 6.0.