TOP Google TV Apps of 2024 to Download

With the release of the latest Chromecast model in 2020, Google replaced Android TV with Google TV. There have been a number of enhancements and tweaks to the TV UI, which should address most of the concerns people have about Android TV.

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With the release of Chromecast in 2020, Google replaced Android TV with Google TV.
Some of the issues with Android TV have been addressed by Google TV, which has a more elegant user interface with movie/TV show cards and better suggestions.
We have compiled a list of top Google TV apps in this post.

With its improved UI and movie/TV program cards in the forefront with better suggestions, Google TV is set to change that. Many users found Android TV boring and ugly.

Additionally, developers have now made their apps compatible with Google TV. For your perusal, we have put together a list of the top Google TV apps today;

1) Windscribe: The best VPN app for Google TV

We still feel that Windscribe is the best VPN app for Android, and it also works with Google TV. The software not only shields your network from online threats but also encrypts all data.

It is also useful if you want to browse the Internet privately and discreetly or if you stream media from a service that is not yet available in your country.

2) HALauncher- Best Launcher App for Google TV

You must download and install Simple Launcher from the Google Play Store in order to achieve this.

HALauncher is quite straightforward and user-friendly. Unlike Google TV, this launcher doesn’t make content recommendations based on your tastes. Alternatively, if you find Google TV too complicated, the launcher can be really helpful as it shows all the apps you have installed.

3) Mouse Toggle for Google TV

Although Mouse Toggle for Google TV is a premium app, it is worth the money. To explore the entire user interface (UI) using the remote as a cursor, the software presents an on-screen pointer similar to the Air Mouse on some LG TVs.

If you can’t use the remote control to operate the user interface on your Google TV because you have the mobile app installed, this app is really helpful.

You can easily click the appropriate menu in the program by dragging the cursor over the user interface (UI) with the mouse toggle.

4) Kodi – The Multimedia All-Rounder for Google TV

Kodi is a versatile TV app. So what makes him a jack of all trades? There are various reasons for this: movies, TV series, photos, and even games can all be played in the app.

Additionally, users can play native media files with Kodi. Additionally, a wide array of add-ons, including the best IP-TV, can be added to Kodi.

To improve their experience with the program, users can also customize the Kodi user interface to suit their tastes.

5) Downloader – Best Download Manager for Google TV

Downloader is the next app on the list of the top Google TV apps. As the name suggests, Downloader is a Google TV download manager.

All your downloads will be accelerated, and you won’t lose your progress if you stop and restart at any time. Required if you use a network connection to download large files directly to your TV.

6) AirScreen – Airplay on Google TV

Although Google TV includes support for Chromecast, Airplay is not included. AirScreen aims to solve this permanently.

The program is available for free download from the Google Play Store and is compatible with both Android and Google TV, which is its biggest feature.

After installing, launch the Control Center app on your iOS device and connect your Google TV and iPhone to the same WiFi network. Now, you can proceed by clicking on “Screen Mirroring” and selecting “AirScreen.”

7) HayStack News – Best News App for Google TV

HayStack is the next app in the list of top Google TV apps. Just in case you didn’t know, HayStack is a TV messaging app.

Users can stream their preferred news networks on TV using this app. As news categories are determined by their viewing habits and tastes, users will find the app attractive.

8) Button Remapper- Remap Buttons on Google TV with ease

My top pick among the top Google TV apps is Button Remapper. Even so, simple things like capturing a screenshot on Google/Android TV can be very time-consuming at times.

You can quickly link a long or double button press with any remote button using this program. For example, taking screenshots is very easy—I just set a long press on the home button.

9) Google Stadia – Cloud Gaming for Google TV

Now, thanks to cloud gaming, we can play our favorite AAA games on our TVs.

Stadia is one such amazing cloud gaming software for Google TV. The vast array of games available on the app can be readily played online, provided you have a dependable internet connection.

However, keep in mind that you cannot play these games using the TV remote. Instead, you should use an additional Stadia controller.

10) Send Files To TV – Best File Sharing App for Google TV

The greatest app for moving files from your smartphone to your TV is Send Files To TV. Firstly, this software is free to download from the Google Play Store, and secondly, there is no problem in using it.

All you have to do is download the app on your Google TV and smartphone, then connect them to the same WiFi network. After that, you can easily transfer files between Google TV and your smartphone.

You can easily transfer APK files in addition to common items like photos and movies.

I’ve easily sideloaded third-party Android apps to Google TV on multiple occasions using this program. A must-have app for Google TV.

11) VLC Media Player – Best Video Player for Google TV

Would you like to watch the latest 4K movie on your TV without any buffering? Do you want to watch movies without worrying about the format of the video files? There is nowhere else to look. Our top pick for the best video player for Google TV is VLC Media Player.

In fact, it was on our list of top Android apps because of its general utility. The application supports all common video file types, including Mkv, MP4, and more, and can easily view content in 4K resolution.

With the Google TV remote control, you can instantly adjust playback speed and import subtitles. It’s also a good thing that VLC tries to play and repair corrupt video files.

12) Photos TV – Best Photo Viewer for Google TV

PhotoTV is a simple Google TV photo viewer that does exactly what its name suggests. This software automatically displays all the images on your TV after downloading from the Google Play Store.

Additionally, it creates a photo library so users can easily view and remove their saved photos in the program if desired.

13) Solid Explorer- Best File Manager for Google TV

OK, but how can I view the files I’ve shared on the TV via Send File? Which Google TV File Manager is the Best? The key to this door is the Solid Explorer.

The Google Play Store offers a free download of the software, which is compatible with the Google TV Remote. Users can browse multiple files, rename them, create folders, and more, just like they can with the file manager on our smartphones.

A decent file manager makes it easy to manage storage space and later delete items that no longer need to take up space.

14) Disney+Hotstar – Best Entertainment App for Google TV

Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Prime come pre-installed on most Google TV-enabled devices, so we’ve left them off the list.

We have selected Disney+Hotstar (Disney+ outside India) as the best entertainment app. All popular Disney and Hollywood programs are collected in one place through the app. Additionally, the app makes it easy for you to watch live sports like cricket.

However, like other leading OTT services, users will also have to pay monthly subscription costs.

15) YT Music – Best Music Streaming App for Google TV

Using a home theater system with a TV connected to it is an immersive experience when listening to music. As a result, YouTube Music is our top pick for the best Google TV music streaming app.

First, there is no need to download it from the Google Play Store as it comes pre-installed on Google TV. Additionally, YouTube has a great selection of music, from Justin Bieber to The Weeknd.

One trick is that YouTube Music, being an in-house software, is extremely well designed to perform flawlessly with Google TV.

16) Puffin Browser – Best Browser App for Google TV

Puffin Browser is our choice for the best Google TV browser in the era of Firefox and Google Chrome, which are not officially supported on Google TV.

The software is free, and when using Google Remote TV, the web UI navigation is excellent.

Additionally, web pages load quickly, and using Puffin to browse on Google TV is generally a smooth experience.

17) Beach Buggy Racing – Best Game for Google TV

No smart TV, including Google TV, is suitable for demanding gaming. If you want to play on your TV, get an Xbox or PS5 instead.

However, there are a variety of lighthearted and vintage games available to Google TV users. Beach Buggy Racing is one of the games that is compatible with Google TV.

The best part, you know what it is? You can use the Google TV Remote to play games on your TV without the need for an additional controller.

Enhance The Google TV Experience With These Apps

As we’ve seen, Google TV offers a wide variety of helpful apps. Once installed, these apps significantly enhance the overall user experience of Google TV.

Please share your thoughts on Google TV and whether or not our list of top apps was useful by leaving a comment below.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can Android TV apps be used on Google TV devices and vice versa?

You can, actually. You can sideload or install any app on Google TV and Android TV, as they are both Android-powered devices. Both have access to the same Google Play Store and almost the same apps.

2. How do I remove an application from Google TV?

The procedure to remove an app on Google TV is very simple. So, let’s examine it in more detail.

Go to the Settings page, scroll down, and select App Management.
After clicking on it, you can select which app to remove.
When finished, click the Uninstall button and choose “OK” to remove the application.

Users can also remove an app by long pressing on the home screen and selecting the uninstall option.

3. Can any apps be installed on Google TV?

Both yes and no! With some minor UI element tweaks, Google TV is very similar to Android TV. So, it can run any Android TV app that is offered through the Google Play Store or other third-party marketplaces. Like smartphones, Android TV apps can also be sideloaded. The fact that it should be an Android TV app rather than just an Android app is very important to remember in this situation.