Storage Wars: How Google TV and Roku Tackle App Clutter

In my previous article on the Google TV Streamer, I briefly mentioned the need for better app management. While Google TV's app management isn't as seamless as Roku's, it's definitely a step up from Fire TV.

Roku excels at managing app storage by automatically removing unused apps when space is limited, effectively creating space for new installations. These removed apps are replaced with shortcuts for easy re-download when needed, ensuring users never run out of storage.

Google TV's 2023 update has also improved app management by automatically removing apps unused for 30 days, similar to Roku's approach. However, unlike Roku's comprehensive solution, Google TV's approach doesn't manage recently used apps, leaving the possibility of running out of space.

Despite this limitation, Google TV's new process is a welcome improvement compared to its previous iteration. While Roku's method remains superior in my view, Google TV's efforts to optimize app management are certainly a step in the right direction, enhancing the overall streaming experience for users. My Streaming Life appreciates those efforts to reduce issues with adding apps to my streaming devices.