Smart TVS' Google Gemini AI Assistant has been gradually deployed to other Google TV and Android TV devices around the world, starting with the TCL QM9K series. Gemini aims to make TV more interactive than ever, offering natural conversations, smarter recommendations and even uninterested features.
Google has officially announced that Gemini AI Assistant has expanded from the TCL QM9K series to smart TVs. This is a critical step to expanding Gemini beyond smartphones and laptops, bringing conversational AI to over 300 million active Google TV and Android TV OS-powered devices around the world.
What Gemini Ai can do with smart TVs
Gemini has been integrated into Google TV, allowing users to get a more interactive and personalized viewing experience. Unlike traditional voice commands, Gemini allows viewers to have natural conversations with the TV.
Important features include:
- Content Discovery: Ask Gemini for recommendations based on mood and genre.
- Smart Search: Find shows and movies even if you don't remember the title.
- Summary and Review: Get a quick summary of past seasons and ratings before looking at the new series.
- Beyond Entertainment: Use Gemini to help homework, plan your holidays, brainstorm your project ideas, and even learn new skills. Everything is directly from the TV.
Google Assistant continues to work
Google has made it clear that the introduction of Gemini AI will not replace Google Assistant. All existing voice command functions continue to work, allowing users to perform their daily tasks while enjoying Gemini's advanced features.
Availability and supported models
Gemini AI development on television begins today with the TCL QM9K series. In the second half of 2025, it will expand to more models including:
- Google TV Streamer
- Walmart Onn 4K Pro
- Hisense U7, U8, UX (2025 model)
- TCL QM7K, QM8K, and X11K Series
Google has also confirmed that new features and upgrades will gradually be added to further enhance the smart TV experience.
With this development, Google is taking a bigger step towards making televisions than just entertainment devices. Combining Gemini AI's conversation intelligence with Google TV's vast content ecosystem, users can now enjoy a smarter, interactive, and personalized home experience. As more brands and models join the list, the future of AI-powered smart TVs looks brighter than ever.
