From its very inception, Internet Protocol Television has used streaming technology to provide content to users. In the early days of streaming, the "FTP" protocol was used to transfer videos and other media files. Today's latest generation IPTV protocol is called IP Net TV. IP Net TV allows networked devices, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and smart televisions, to stream live video feeds directly from their servers. This new type of technology allows users to seamlessly switch between apps and view different content. The best example of this technology is Android TV. Android TV is a free application that lets Android phones stream video from popular online video sources like YouTube, Netflix, and Hulu, right on their screens.
Android TV provides a streamlined interface that makes it easy for users to navigate through apps and content. The apps are fully customizable with different themes and features. Many developers have also built custom apps that allow users to control their TV viewing experience through voice commands. The apps also offer numerous premium TV shows and movies. These apps come with voice control and a virtual remote control. Users can also watch movies and TV shows from Netflix, Amazon, HBO Go, and more. After the user finishes watching a movie or TV show, they can save it to their PC, iPod, or iPhone.
Users of Android TV can also add streaming channels from several other sources. Apps that use TiVo or Rokus allow users to record television shows, add them to an online library, and watch them later. The Android TV apps for these sources also give users access to the Amazon Instant Video app. Users can search for movies, TV shows, and sports channels from the apps on their Android phones. To get started with Android TV, download the free app from Google Play and sign up for a free trial.