Google TV loading error fix rolling out, Chrome simplifies Google account sign-in
Top 3 Key Points:
- Google TV home screen errors: A “loading error” has been affecting Google TV users, disrupting the display of recommendations and other content.
- Potential Fix: Google is rolling out a solution, starting August 16, but it may take time to reach everyone.
- Chrome updates: Chrome for Android and desktop is simplifying Google Account sign-in, replacing the older “Chrome Sync” system.
Google TV users have been experiencing a frustrating “loading error” on their home screens recently. This issue disrupts the display of personalized recommendations, ads, and apps. The error has been widespread, affecting various devices including Chromecast with Google TV, Walmart’s Onn boxes, and TVs that have Google TV or Android TV built-in.
The root cause of the problem seems to be a server-side glitch, possibly due to a faulty update. This issue started appearing a few weeks ago and has progressively affected more users. Over the recent weekend, a similar problem even affected the Google TV app on mobile devices, but this has since been resolved.
If you’re experiencing this error, a potential quick fix might be to sign out of your Google account and then sign back in. However, this method doesn’t work for everyone, and in some cases, even a factory reset fails to resolve the issue.
Fortunately, Google has acknowledged the problem and has begun rolling out a fix as of August 16. Although the solution is on its way, it might take some time before it reaches all users.
Meanwhile, Google is also simplifying the sign-in process for Chrome on Android and desktops. Soon, users will no longer need to go through the old “Chrome Sync” system. Instead, signing into your Google Account will automatically grant you access to your saved passwords, payment information, and addresses. For Android users, this update will also sync bookmarks, reading lists, and settings, with more features expected to come to the desktop later.
This change aims to streamline user experience by aligning Chrome’s sign-in process with other Google apps, making it easier to access your data across devices. The new system is expected to roll out soon, replacing the older, more complicated sync method. However, you can still use Chrome without signing in if you prefer.