Walmart’s New Google TV 4K Stick Is the First Onn Streamer to Support Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD/X Lossless Audio
Walmart’s Onn brand has introduced a Google TV 4K Stick that uniquely supports Dolby TrueHD, DTS‑HD, and DTS:X lossless audio, a first for its budget line. The device, quietly appearing on shelves without an official launch, was tested by Reddit user signde, who confirmed successful eARC passthrough to a Denon AVR when using Kodi, though other apps may not recognize the capability. Pricing appears exceptionally low, with one unit sold for $19.88, well below the $30 range seen in early reports. The stick’s Realtek processor, unlike the Amlogic chips in other Onn models, enables this audio breakthrough.
‘Unauthorized APK Installation Detected’ Message Blocks All Sideloading on Fire TVs, but It’s Not What You Think
Amazon’s device‑protection team has deployed a warning that blocks all APK sideloading on certain Fire TV units, displaying the message “Unauthorized APK installation detected.” The alert targets internal test devices to stop performance‑benchmark apps from leaking unreleased hardware specs. Regular...
TCL’s New Flagship Mini-LED Fire TV Is the First to Run Android 14-Based Fire OS 14 in the US
TCL launched the QM64L Series, its first mini‑LED Fire TV to run Amazon’s Fire OS 14, which is built on Android 14. The lineup spans 55‑ to 98‑inch models priced between $649.99 and $2,499.99, with the 98‑inch unit already on sale for...
Plex Begins New Interface Rollout and Paid Pass Requirement for Remote Streaming on Fire TVs
Plex is rolling out its redesigned interface to Amazon Fire TV devices beginning next week, following a staggered launch that started on Apple TV in early 2025. Alongside the visual overhaul, Plex will enforce a paid‑pass requirement for any remote...
New Images of the 2nd-Gen Onn 4K Pro Leak Out with a Clear View of the Ports
New line‑drawings of Walmart’s second‑generation Onn 4K Pro streaming box reveal its port layout, confirming Ethernet, a full‑size USB‑A, and built‑in microphones. The device appears to retain the Google TV Streamer’s silhouette but adds a gray mesh top and a...
Google Has Its 4K Streamer on Sale for $79.99
Google has reduced the price of its Google TV Streamer to $79.99, a 20% discount from the regular $99.99 list price. The device offers 4 GB of RAM, an integrated Matter smart‑home hub, an Ethernet port, and a remote‑finder feature. While...
Amazon Is Trying to Sell Out of Its Fire TV Remotes — Maybe New Remotes Are Coming
Amazon has unusually slashed prices on both its standard and Enhanced Fire TV remotes, offering discounts up to $15 within a two‑week span. The standard remote, normally $30, saw three separate reductions, while the Enhanced model received three cuts ranging...
Tivo Stream 4K Is Uninstalling Downloader, Custom Launchers, and ADB Utilities After Latest Update
TiVo Stream 4K received an OS upgrade from Android 10 to Android 12, but the update automatically removes popular sideloading tools such as Downloader, custom launchers, and ADB utilities. Users discovered the system app CoreService is responsible, and can temporarily restore apps by...
Amazon Reveals the First Fire TV Running Android 14 — You’re Going to Be Disappointed
Amazon has unveiled the first Fire TV running Fire OS 14, its Android 14‑based platform, on an Onida smart TV released in India. The device is a low‑end 4K QLED set available in 43‑ and 55‑inch models, featuring a 32‑bit processor, 2 GB...
Walmart to Begin Selling Onn Smart TVs Running Google TV for the First Time
Walmart is extending its low‑cost Onn brand into smart‑TV territory by introducing Google TV‑powered models for the first time. A Bluetooth certification filing reveals three series—SGQ, MQP and SQ—offering 55‑, 65‑ and 75‑inch 4K screens. Pricing is expected to stay...
Suspected New Onn 4K Pro and Onn Streaming Stick From Walmart Pass Through FCC Approval
Walmart’s Onn brand is set to receive two new streaming devices after FCC filings identified a second‑generation 4K Pro set‑top box and a refreshed streaming stick. The 4K Pro (model JS620K4) upgrades to 32 GB storage, 3 GB RAM, Wi‑Fi 6 and adds...
Walmart Appears to Have Stopped Selling Its Flagship Onn Streaming Device Due to a Bug Locking Out Customers
Walmart has temporarily stopped selling its flagship Onn streaming device after a software bug locked customers out of the platform. The issue emerged amid a surge in demand, as former Amazon Fire TV users migrate away from Amazon’s recent app...
Google TV Home Screen Update Rolls Out to Most Devices
Google has completed the global rollout of its late‑2025 Google TV home‑screen redesign, delivering a streamlined navigation experience to most devices overnight. The update merges several tabs into a new profile menu and introduces quick‑access controls for Gemini, the screensaver,...
Nvidia’s GeForce NOW Cloud Gaming Arrives on Fire TV Devices
Nvidia has rolled out a dedicated GeForce NOW app for select Amazon Fire TV devices, including the 2nd‑gen Fire TV Stick 4K and its Plus/Max variants. The service offers a free, ad‑supported tier with over 2,000 games limited to 1080p @ 60 FPS and...
Walmart Struggles to Keep Its Onn Streaming Boxes in Stock as Customers Abandon Amazon Fire TV in Droves
Customers are abandoning Amazon Fire TV after the retailer began blocking apps, prompting a surge in demand for alternative streaming platforms. Walmart’s low‑cost Onn 4K streaming boxes—Onn 4K, 4K Plus, and 4K Pro—have all gone out of stock both online...
3 Ways to Stream 2026 Super Bowl LX for FREE on Fire TV, Google TV, and Android TV
The 2026 Super Bowl LX between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will air on NBC’s paid Peacock platform, which offers no free trial. Viewers can still watch for free on Fire TV, Google TV, or Android TV by...