Google PlayDigital application and media distribution service by GooglePlatformAndroid, Android TV, Wear OS, ChromeOS, WebTypeDigital distributionApp storeMobile game storeeBook storeVideo on demand (until November 2021; moved to Google TV)Online music store (until December 2020; discontinued and replaced by YouTube Music)Websiteplay.google.comGoogle Play, also known as the Google Play Store or Play Store, and formerly known as the Android Market, is a digital distribution service operated and developed by Google.Google AssistantGoogle Assistant is a discontinued virtual assistant software application developed by Google that is primarily available on home automation and mobile devices. Based on artificial intelligence, Google Assistant can engage in two-way conversations, unlike the company's previous virtual assistant, Google Now. Google Assistant debuted in 2016 as part of Google's messaging app Allo, and its voice-activated speaker Google Nest.
Digital media playerDevice for storage, playback, or viewing of digital media A digital media player in the form of a set-top box, pictured with its remote control A digital media player (also known as a streaming device or streaming box) is a type of consumer electronics device designed for the storage, playback, or viewing of digital media content. They are typically designed to be integrated into a home cinema configuration and attached to a television or AV receiver or both.
Google CastGoogle Cast is a proprietary protocol developed by Google for playing locally stored or Internet-streamedaudiovisual content on a compatible consumer device. The protocol is used to initiate and control playback of content on digital media players, high-definition televisions, and home audio systems using a mobile device, personal computer, or smart speaker. The protocol was first launched on July 24, 2013, to support Google's first-generation Chromecast player.
Google NexusGoogle Nexus is a discontinued line of consumer electronic mobile devices that ran a stock version of the Androidoperating system. Google managed the design, development, marketing, and support of these devices, but some development and all manufacturing were carried out by partnering with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
ChromecastLine of digital media players developed by GoogleChromecast is a line of digital media players that was developed by Google from 2013 to 2024. The devices, designed as small dongles, can play Internet-streamed audio-visual content on a high-definition television or home audio system.
Android LollipopAndroid Lollipop (codenamedAndroid L during development) is the fifth major version of the Androidmobile operating system developed by Google and the 12th version of Android, spanning versions between 5.0 and 5.1.1. Unveiled on June 25, 2014, at the Google I/O 2014 conference, it became available through official over-the-air (OTA) updates on November 12, 2014, for select devices that run distributions of Android serviced by Google (such as Nexus and devices).Android TVAndroid TV is an operating system that runs on smart TVs and related entertainment devices including soundbars, set-top boxes, and digital media players. Created and developed by Google, it is a closed-source Android distribution. Android TV features a user interface designed around content discovery and voice search, content aggregation from various media apps and services, and integration with other recent Google technologies such as Assistant, Cast, and Knowledge Graph.
AsusASUSTraditional Chinese華碩Literal meaning"Chinese-Eminent"Eminence of/by the Chinese people(華人之碩)ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (, , , ), doing business asAsus (stylized as ASUS), is a Taiwanese multinational computer, phone hardware and electronics manufacturer headquartered in Beitou District, Taipei, Taiwan.
GoogleAmerican multinational technology companyGoogle LLC ( , ) is an American multinational technology corporation focused on information technology, online advertising, search engine technology, email, cloud computing, software, quantum computing, e-commerce, consumer electronics, and artificial intelligence (AI). It has been referred to as "the most powerful company in the world" by the BBC, and is one of the world's most valuable brands.
IntelAmerican multinational technology companyIntel Corporation is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It designs, manufactures, and sells computer components such as central processing units (CPUs) and related products for business and consumer markets.
Operating systemAn operating system (OS) is system software that manages computer hardware and software resources, and provides common services for computer programs. Time-sharing operating systems schedule tasks for efficient use of the system and may also include accounting software for cost allocation of processor time, mass storage, peripherals, and other resources.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.