Google on Tuesday announced three Gemini-powered features for Google TV. This includes AI-powered visual responses, the ability to dig deep into virtually any topic, and narrated summaries of sports games.
A particularly noteworthy addition is the introduction of visual responses.
For example, if you request the current score for a Warriors game, you’ll see a live scorecard with information about where you can watch the game. Users can also search for recipes, and Gemini supplements their responses with relevant video tutorials.
As shown off at CES 2026, Google TV is also being “scrutinized”. This feature allows users to explore complex topics in more detail. Upon prompting, Gemini provides narrated visual details on all kinds of subjects, including health and wellness, economics, technology, and more. For example, a user can ask, “What are the effects of a cold plunge?”
Users can begin these deep dives by selecting ‘Learn more’ in the response options or by navigating to the ‘Gemini’ tab on the home screen and selecting the ‘Learn’ option.
For sports fans, Gemini has launched “Sports Briefs”. This is for viewers who want to stay up to date with their favorite leagues without having to watch every single live moment. Users can request timely narrated summaries of events from leagues like the NBA, NHL, and MLB, making it easy to stay on top of highlights and important updates. This comes a year after Google launched “News Briefs” for viewers who want to stay informed about the latest headlines.
These features are currently rolling out to users in the US and Canada. Google has also indicated plans to expand Gemini functionality to Australia, New Zealand and the UK this spring, with more countries to follow.
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Gemini was first released on Google TV in September 2025, but this was a limited release for select TCL TVs. Since then, it’s expanded to more hardware and has undergone several updates, including the ability to adjust settings through natural language, like fixing dark screens and audio imbalances, making it a quicker option than going to the menu. Users can also use their voice to search their Google Photos library and apply AI styles and effects.
