Google TV Streamer installs updates just like your Pixel phone

The Google TV Streamer just received its first update since it launched back in September. While the update was small I noticed things were different during the installation process. The update applied just like my Pixel 9 Pro XL. First the Streamer downloaded the firmware then in step 2 it installed the system update. Once step 2 was completed I was prompted to restart the device and then the Google TV Streamer booted up as normal. The restart did not take too long and I wished I would have timed it. I will be sure to do that next time. Check out the picture below of the installation process.

As for the update, I did not notice anything visually different. Release notes on my TV mentions bug fixes and performance improvements but to be honest navigating the home screen felt about the same before the update which is not necessarily a bad thing. My guess is that this update sets the stage for a bigger update in the not so distant future.

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Google Pixel 10 Pro/Pro XL unboxing

Recently I picked up the Pixel 10 Pro for me and the 10 Pro XL for my wife. Unboxing the devices is the same as past years with the phone, booklets and a cable for charging. There was no e sim due to Google removing the sim slot in the US. Where things got a bit interesting is that Google shipped the trade-in box with the new devices. I think this is a genius move and much needed change to simplify the entire purchasing and trade-in process. Setting up both devices was pretty seamless even with the e sim. Speaking of the e sim this may differ depending on the carrier. I use Google Fi and setting up the new phones and moving my number over to the P10P and P10PXL for my wife was effortless. The rest of the set-up was the same as prior years and an overall great experience. I'll use the phone for a week or so and share my thoughts here. Check out the pictures below of me unboxing the devices.

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