# Google next-generation TV Streamer development > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/google-next-generation-tv-streamer-development > Updated: 2026-10-12T04:56:50.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 3. Reports indicate that Google is developing a next-generation Google TV Streamer featuring several hardware and functional upgrades. The new device is expected to have a more compact, narrower footprint while maintaining a pill-shaped design. Key anticipated features include the integration of far-field microphones directly into the unit to allow for hands-free “Hey Google” voice commands and interaction with Google Gemini without a remote. The device may also include presence sensing technology to trigger ambient information or screensavers, such as Google Photos, when a person enters the room. Internal specifications are rumored to include increased storage capacity and a faster processor to improve responsiveness and app capacity. While the accompanying remote is expected to remain largely unchanged, it may add two additional shortcut buttons. Google has not yet officially announced the specifications, price, or launch date for the new model. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-12: Google reportedly developing next-gen Google TV Streamer Google is reportedly working on a next-generation Google TV Streamer featuring hands-free voice control, presence detection, and upgraded internal hardware. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/google-reportedly-developing-next-gen-google-tv-streamer ### 2026-10-09: Google developing next-gen TV Streamer with microphones and AI Google is reportedly working on a next-generation Google TV Streamer featuring built-in microphones for Gemini AI, presence sensing, a faster processor, and increased storage capacity. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/google-developing-next-gen-google-tv-streamer-with-presence-sensing ### 2026-10-09: AI-generated open-source tools challenge Adobe as Google develops new TV hardware A developer used AI to create free, open-source alternatives to Adobe software, while Google reportedly prepares a new Google TV Streamer with built-in microphones for voice commands. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ai-generated-open-source-tools-challenge-adobe-as-google-develops-new-tv-hardware --- Cite as: Google next-generation TV Streamer development. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/google-next-generation-tv-streamer-development