Overview
- Andrew Bell told ArsTechnica that software updates and manufacturing for Shield TV are not ending any time soon.
- Nvidia has no firm plans for a sequel today, though R&D is testing concepts that could lead to new hardware.
- If a new model happens, Nvidia would prioritize AV1 decoding, HDR10+, and updated Dolby Vision profiles.
- The first Shield launched in 2015 and even first‑generation units remain supported, with the latest update released in November.
- The 2019 Shield TV Pro remains in production, and Bell noted the current remote’s Netflix button stems from 2019 certification requirements.