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Google Tests Google TV Homescreen Refresh With New Top Navigation

The trial marks the first notable homescreen update since 2020, focused on small layout changes.

Overview

  • The redesign is surfacing via a server-side test on Google TV Home v1.0.806977084, according to 9to5Google’s tip-based reports.
  • “For You” is renamed “Home,” and a pill-shaped control now groups Home, Live, Apps, and a Search icon at the top.
  • Settings and the screensaver are moved into a separate pill, and the Library tab is removed from the main navigation.
  • The profile button now opens a dropdown with a profile switcher plus quick links to Watchlist, Library, Your services, and Content preferences.
  • Reports indicate only a small number of users are seeing the update, and coverage characterizes the changes as incremental rather than a full overhaul.