Philips is rolling out an Android TV 11 update for a wide range of its older TV models released between 2019 and 2020. Despite models from these years launching with Android TV 9, Philips skips 10 and goes straight to 11. Flat panelsHD (opens in new tab) reports that virtually every Android Philips TV released in 2019 and 2020 should receive this software update.
Both Android TV 10 and 11 are fairly low-key Android TV updates when it comes to new features, but the 11 upgrade should bring ALLM support in apps, a better keyboard with predictive typing, and wider compatibility for Bluetooth controllers .
The firmware update titled TPM191E_R.201.000.215.200 has already been rolled out to some models, but no timeline has been given for all compatible TVs to get the upgrade.
We should take a moment to commend Philips for its commitment to supporting older TV models, with very few manufacturers offering updates to nearly four-year-old products, especially to this extent. With Philips rolling out this update to 13 of its older-generation TVs, it feels like a step forward for consumers who want newer features without having to regularly upgrade their TVs.
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