I almost returned my Google TV Streamer over app crashes until I found these hidden settings
Android Police 2026-10-09 10:00:10
Context: The Google TV Streamer, a device used for streaming content, had been experiencing performance issues with certain apps, including crashes and loading loops, after a few months of use. The author, Jade Bryan Jardinico, a tech reviewer, had almost returned the device but discovered the cause and fixed the issue. The problem was resolved by adjusting hidden settings on the device.
Key Facts
- The Google TV Streamer had performance issues with certain apps, including YouTube, Netflix, and YouTube Music, which would get stuck in loading loops or crash.
- The device had about 13GB of free storage space, ruling out memory issues as the cause of the problem.
- Clearing the app cache for affected apps resolved the issue, and can be done by going to Settings > Apps > See all apps, selecting the app, and clearing its cache.
- The author recommends checking for available app updates, uninstalling and reinstalling affected apps, or clearing app data as alternative solutions to fix the issue.