TL;DR
- After recently launching its new Onn 4K Streaming Stick, Walmart is preparing an even cheaper Google TV Streaming Stick.
- A newly spotted “ONN Full HD Streaming Device” has passed through the FCC and looks almost identical to Walmart’s 2023 $14 HD stick.
- The biggest changes appear to be a new manufacturing partner and production moving from Vietnam to Mexico rather than any major hardware upgrades.
Walmart has just launched its new production Onn 4K Streaming StickBut it looks like another Google TV device is already coming.
as seen low passWalmart recently introduced a new “On Full HD Streaming Device”. through the fcc. Based on the filing, the device appears to be almost identical to the company’s existing $14 on Google TV Full HD streaming device that was released in 2023.
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This suggests that the new device may not be an actual hardware refresh, but possibly a behind-the-scenes manufacturing change.
The original 2023 stick was made by Luxshare, while the newly spotted version is being manufactured by Skyworth. Production also appears to have shifted from Vietnam to Mexico. Both companies are already known for producing Google TV hardware, so the changes may simply reflect Walmart adding more supply chain partners rather than introducing upgraded specifications or new features.
Walmart recently launched its new OWN 4K Streaming Stick in the US for $39.98, positioning it as a compact Google TV alternative for those who miss the Chromecast with Google TV form factor.
If this newly spotted Full HD model replaces the older 2023 stick, Walmart could soon have a broader Google TV lineup that spans everything from budget 1080p streaming to more capable 4K hardware, including the new 4K Pro streaming box.
Walmart is still committed to Google TV for these devices despite acquiring Vizio in 2024. At least for now, the company isn’t interested in bringing Vizio’s SmartCast platform to standalone streaming hardware.
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