Ideal for devices without the Google Play Store, such as certain Huawei TVs or specialized Android boxes.
The latest stable and beta releases provide a significantly upgraded experience over standard TV apps:
Includes adjustable playback speeds (e.g., 1.25x, 1.5x) and frame rate matching.
While the "Smart YouTube TV" project was a pioneer, the have shifted to SmartTube (formerly SmartTubeNext) , which offers a more modern interface and robust ad-blocking capabilities. Key Features of SmartTube (2023+ Versions)
Since these apps are not available on the official Google Play Store, you must sideload them. How to Install SmartTube on Smart TV (Full Guide 2026)
Streams content in up to 8K resolution, provided your hardware supports it.
Built-in ad-blocking for all video content.
