Originally published at: Google TV & Android TV Shifting to 64-Bit Apps in 2026
Google is preparing a major update to its TV platforms. Beginning in August 2026, all apps submitted to Google TV and Android TV through the Play Store must support 64-bit architecture. The announcement brings these streaming platforms in line with the rest of the Android ecosystem. This change is expected to deliver faster performance, reduced…
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This is neat! It was one of the things that made the Shield Pro a more attractive offer than other devices, nice to see they are upping the standard and streamlining things.
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The shield is a gaming console that’s why it is 64bit. Most steaming devices are 32bit because that is all that is needed for light streaming applications that don’t need much RAM to operate.