Philips Smart TV Starts Receiving Android 7.0 Nougat Update

Philips announced the Android 7.0 Nougat update for its 2016 and 2017 Smart TVs. The update will roll out gradually,  and it will take many weeks – or months.

Android 7.0 on Philips Smart TVs will bring many new features. First of all, there is an improved overall system and all general Android features will be implemented in it. It will also support multiple Google Accounts, picture-in-picture mode while using apps, and the ability to leverage Chromecast features (integrated with Android TV) even with Ultra HD videos.

Other features include HDR and Dolby Digital Plus support for Amazon Prime Video. Comes compatibility with HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma), the HDR format developed for television and back-compatible transmissions. Android 7.0 upgrades can be downloaded directly from your Philips Smart TV connected to the network.

Android 7.0 on Philips Smart TV

• Improved Overall system performance
• Amazon HDR Support
• Amazon DD+ Support
• Improved Browser compared to Android M
• HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) functionality
• Chromecast 4K support
• Multiple Google accounts support for your TV
• Support of cable operator Teleing for Slovenia
• Reduced Upgrade time (in progress)
• Enhanced Security (SELinux Policies)
• Picture-in-picture
• App recording
• Arrival Time: Week 38 and onwards
• TV models: 2016 Philips Android TV (end on 01 – i.e. 6501) / 2017 Philips Android TV (ends on 02 –i.e. 7202)

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