| Official Webpage | https://meet.google.com/ |
| Download Link | bit.ly/3U4Ijlu |
| Category | Communication |
| Size | 56.2 MB |
| Price | Freemium ($6 user/month) |
| Latest Version | v2023.12.31 |
Are you finding it difficult to view online meetings on your phone or PC? Now, you can connect your online meetings on your Android TV. The Google Meet app is officially available on the Play Store for installation on your Android TV. If it is unavailable, sideload it from the trusted sources. Instead of installing the app, you can also access Google Meet via its web version on the TV.
In this article, we will assist you in accessing the Google Meet app on your Android TV and attending online meetings.
How to Install Google Meet on Android TV from Play Store
1. Go to the home screen on your Android TV and click on Apps.
2. Open the Google Play Store and click the Search icon.
3. Enter Google Meet in the search bar and locate the app.
4. Select Google Meet from the suggested result.
5. Click Install to get the app on your Android TV.
6. Once the app is installed, click Open to launch the Google Meet app.
7. Sign in to your Google account and select Give Access to provide permission for the app.
8. Connect to the Online Meeting and view the video share screen on your Android TV.
How to Sideload Google Meet on Android TV
In case the Google Meet app is not available for Android TV, you need to sideload the app using the Downloader app on Android TV.
1. Turn on your Android TV and head to the Apps section.
2. Locate the Google Play Store and launch it.
3. Click on the Search icon and type Downloader in the required field.
4. Locate the Downloader app developed by AFTVnews and hit the Install button.
5. Wait for a while to download and install the Downloader app on your device.
6. Once the Downloader app is installed successfully, press the home button on your remote.
7. Now, navigate to the Settings icon from the home page.
8. From the options, go to Device Preferences → Security & Restrictions.
9. Click Unknown Sources → Turn on the Downloader toggle.
10. Now. go back to the home screen and launch the Downloader app.
11. Accept the storage and other permissions asked by the app on your TV.
12. Choose Home from the left pane, and type the below-mentioned URL in the required field.
Download link for the latest version of Google Meet APK: bit.ly/3U4Ijlu
13. Click Go to download the APK file on your Android TV.
14. Once the file is downloaded, open it and click Install.
15. Then, click Open to launch the app and log in to your Google account.
16. Search for a contact/ group to initiate the video call on your TV.
How to Watch Google Meet on Android TV Using Browser
Google Meet has a dedicated webpage that includes the functions of video conferencing, meetings, and calling. As the simplest way, you can access the Google Meet platform on your TV through its web version. For that, you have to use any of the best web browsers on your Android TV.
1. Open a web browser on your Android TV.
2. Visit the official website of Google Meet through the web browser.
3. The website’s home screen will appear on the TV screen.
4. Click New Meeting or enter the Meeting Code to join the meeting.
5. Now, view the online meet on your Android Smart TV.
You can connect the Apple AirPods to your Android TV to experience the noise-cancellation feature on Google Meet.
How to Cast Google Meet on Android TV
The Google Meet app is compatible with the built-in Cast support. With that, you can easily cast the Google Meet app from your smartphone to Android TV.
1. Install the Google Meet app from the Google Play Store or App Store.
2. Connect your Android TV to the WiFi Network that the smartphone is connected to.
3. Open the Google Meet app on your smartphone and log in with your Google account.
4. Open the Meeting on the app and select Cast this Meeting.
5. Choose your Android TV to connect and view the meeting on your Smart TV.
You can also cast the meeting while you are attending. During the meeting, you can select three vertical dot and choose Cast this Meeting to cast to your Android TV.
If you want to end the casting, tap the Three-dotted menu again and choose Stop casting meeting. Remember, this will stop the casting, not the meeting. If you want to stop the meeting, you must press the End button.
Supported Android TVs and Boxes
| Smart TVs | Smart TV Boxes |
|---|---|
| Sony Smart TV TCL Smart TV OnePlus Smart TV Sharp Smart TV Vu Smart TV Philips Smart TV Xiaomi Mi Smart TV Hisense Smart TV | Nvidia Shield TV MXQ Pro 4K Mi Box 4K |
Google Meet Not Working on Android TV: How to Fix
Since we’ve installed the Google Meet app on Android TV by getting it from third-party sources, you will face many issues with the app while streaming on your TV. In such cases, you need to perform the troubleshooting fixes listed below to resolve those problems.
- Make sure that your Android TV and the app get the proper internet speed.
- Restart your Android TV to resolve the temporary bugs associated with the device and app.
- If there is a new version available for Google Meet, uninstall the current one and sideload the latest version.
- Clear the app cache files for Google Meet accumulated on your Smart TV.
- Update your Android TV firmware.
- Reset your Android TV to solve the major problems, then set up your Smart TV to install the app again.
Google Meet Alternatives
If you feel that Google Meet isn’t for you or if you are unsatisfied with the service it provides, you can switch over to some other free platforms to make a professional video call. Here are the best options you can choose as an alternative solution to Google Meet.
| Apps | Price |
|---|---|
| Zoom | Freemium ($15.99 per user/month) |
| Webex | Freemium ($14.50/license) |
| Microsoft Teams | Freemium ($4 per user/month) |
| Yammer | Free |
FAQ
Yes. Google Meet has its dedicated app on the Play Store of Android TV and you can easily install it without any hassle.
The Camera is necessary for attending online video meetings. You can also attend the meeting on your Android TV without a camera by casting the app from a Smartphone or PC.
