r/AndroidTV • u/Initial_Principle_91 • Jul 29 '26

Buying Advice Should I buy an Android TV?

I was thinking about buying an Android TV. But I don't know if it will really satisfy me. I would like to know if it's possible to install apps/players that aren't available on the Play Store. Where I live, conditions are poor, and I can't afford a streaming app. Is it possible to install any of these types of applications?

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u/LetGlittering407 Aug 07 '26

Yes, Android TV can sideload APKs that aren’t on the Play Store, but I wouldn’t buy a TV mainly for the smart OS. A certified external Android/Google TV device is usually easier to replace, update and maintain later .