# Google TV Streamer’s new update turns it into a better smart home device

> The first big Google TV Streamer of 2026 is here – yes, six months into the year. Timing aside, though, one of the bigger improvements here is support for Thread 1.

- **Source:** [9to5Google](https://9to5google.com/2026/06/10/google-tv-streamers-new-update-turns-it-into-a-better-smart-home-device/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a31263e63a0fcbb0f772b17)
- **Published:** 2026-06-16
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #smart-home #google #streamer #better #device #turns #update #anchor
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