Google Expands Gemini AI Assistant to Google TV on TCL’s QM9K Series
Key Points
- Gemini AI assistant launches on Google TV and streaming devices.
- Debut device is TCL’s QM9K series television.
- Offers free‑flowing conversational interactions beyond standard voice commands.
- Future availability includes Google TV Streamer 4K, Walmart Onn 4K Pro, and select 2025 Hisense and TCL models.
- Samsung and LG will introduce Microsoft’s Copilot AI on upcoming smart TVs.
Google has rolled out its Gemini AI assistant to Google TV, debuting on TCL’s new QM9K series televisions. The integration adds free‑flowing conversational capabilities to the existing voice commands, allowing users to ask for show recommendations, explanations, recipes and more. Gemini will also appear on other Google TV devices later in the year, including the Google TV Streamer 4K, Walmart Onn 4K Pro, and select 2025 models from Hisense and TCL. Competitors Samsung and LG are set to launch Microsoft’s Copilot AI on their upcoming smart TVs.
Launch on TCL’s QM9K Series
Google announced that its Gemini AI assistant is now available on Google TV, starting with TCL’s QM9K series televisions. These TVs were announced earlier this month and are launching today with the new Gemini integration.
Enhanced Conversational Features
Gemini builds on the traditional Google Assistant commands by supporting free‑flowing conversations. Users can request specific shows, ask for recommendations based on genre preferences, or describe vague viewing interests. The assistant can also answer broader queries such as scientific explanations or quick recipe ideas, delivering text responses that are read aloud and linking to related YouTube videos.
Expanded Device Rollout
Beyond the TCL QM9K series, Google confirmed that Gemini will later be added to the Google TV Streamer 4K, Walmart Onn 4K Pro, and several 2025 models from Hisense and TCL. The rollout will occur throughout the year, extending Gemini’s reach across a broader range of streaming boxes and smart TVs.
Industry Competition
While Google expands Gemini on its platform, other manufacturers are preparing their own AI assistants. At CES 2025, Samsung and LG announced plans to integrate Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant into new smart TV models debuting this year.