Earlier this fall, I bought a Google TV from Target. I live in an apartment where cable and internet is included in the rent.
I spoke with the cable/internet provider before making a purchase to find out which television brands work best with their service.
They seriously recommended a Google TV. I have to say after 3 months, this is the worst television I have ever owned - from an interface perspective - and its not just the app from my local provider.
All of the installed apps are wonky.
I did "save my favorites" to the top, but it does not help much.
If I so much as accidentally touch a page I did not intend to, I cannot get back to my original page.
Further, it often gets "stuck" I can hear the station, but I cannot see it - often a blank screen.
It does not help to use a Chromecast remote because the manual claims that Chromecast is built into the unit.
It's so bad that about 50% of the time, I cannot access my intended channel or station.
I give up. It's either the dumpster or maybe back to Target.
Do you have another manufacturer/brand you recommend?
I am a VERY casual user - morning news, 60 minutes, YouTube, maybe Peacock, that's about all.
No gaming, nothing.
I just need a screen and interface that works well without so much hassle.
I guess i need to also call the provider to make sure their service is compatible.
I started watching most of it on my laptop out of frustration. Pathetic.
Thanks!
I spoke with the cable/internet provider before making a purchase to find out which television brands work best with their service.
They seriously recommended a Google TV. I have to say after 3 months, this is the worst television I have ever owned - from an interface perspective - and its not just the app from my local provider.
All of the installed apps are wonky.
I did "save my favorites" to the top, but it does not help much.
If I so much as accidentally touch a page I did not intend to, I cannot get back to my original page.
Further, it often gets "stuck" I can hear the station, but I cannot see it - often a blank screen.
It does not help to use a Chromecast remote because the manual claims that Chromecast is built into the unit.
It's so bad that about 50% of the time, I cannot access my intended channel or station.
I give up. It's either the dumpster or maybe back to Target.
Do you have another manufacturer/brand you recommend?
I am a VERY casual user - morning news, 60 minutes, YouTube, maybe Peacock, that's about all.
No gaming, nothing.
I just need a screen and interface that works well without so much hassle.
I guess i need to also call the provider to make sure their service is compatible.
I started watching most of it on my laptop out of frustration. Pathetic.
Thanks!