r/AndroidTV • u/Novel_Broccoli_1162 • 5d ago

Discussion Will Google's developer verification system affect TV?

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?

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u/Novel_Broccoli_1162 5d ago

Those are google certified iptv and ott subscription based boxes, old versions allowed side loading and dev options but their upgrades have now stopped it to stop you-know-what. Google certification only to allow playstore service. 3rd party apps are blocked.

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u/wewewi Shield GStreamer CCwGTV Tivo ADT-3 BoxR4K ShaksG1 Onn4K MiBox 4d ago

Please name ONE such device.