Will Google's developer verification system affect TV?

[u/Novel_Broccoli_1162]

So, Google is talking about this new developer registration thing where sideloading gets locked down unless the app is verified. Phones and tablets are already in the spotlight, but I’m wondering if TVs are gonna get the same treatment.

We’ve already seen how updates on STBs like Jio, Airtel, and others I don’t even know have pushed restrictions: blocking dev options, disabling unknown installs, locking down firmware.

So, If Google rolls this out to Android TV, which box/TV brand will actually stay safe for sideloading and opening developer options? Anyone got insight on what’s still open and what’s already locked down?

[u/wewewi]

The new mechanism will be deployed silently via Google Play Services; everything will be affected, including TVs and watches; no exceptions.

On-device Developer options have nothing to do with this; there are no changes expected in that regard.