# TV Setup

> Getting you started with your TV device

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.google.android.tungsten.setupwraith](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.google.android.tungsten.setupwraith)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.google.android.tungsten.setupwraith`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Google LLC
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 494,565,217
- **Rating:** 3.80 / 5 (5,532 ratings)
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-11
- **First published:** 2021-07-29
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.tungsten.setupwraith)
- **Website:** [http://developer.android.com/tv](http://developer.android.com/tv)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.google.com/policies/privacy](http://www.google.com/policies/privacy)

## Description

**TV Setup** is a handy Chrome extension designed to help users quickly get started with their TV devices. Whether you're connecting to wi-fi, logging into your account, or installing your favorite apps, this tool simplifies the setup process to ensure your TV is ready for entertainment.

With TV Setup, setting up your smart TV becomes hassle-free. It offers guided steps and support so you can enjoy streaming, gaming, and all your favorite content without delay. Ideal for anyone new to smart TVs or looking for a streamlined setup experience.

## Rankings

- #312 — Overall
- #4 — setup

## Review summary

Reviews show a split: some users praise the app when it functions, noting good features and helpfulness. However, many reports highlight serious stability problems (crashes, lag, unresponsiveness), privacy concerns (Google ID sign-in and potential adware), and poor TV compatibility. Updates are viewed as buggy or destructive. Overall, the app can be useful, but stability and privacy hurdles limit its appeal for many users.

### Pros

- When it works, the app is nice/very good/excellent and feels helpful.
- Users cite good features and benefits.
- Some reviewers give high ratings (5 stars) indicating satisfaction.
- Overall positive sentiment like 'I like it very much' from several users.

### Cons

- Frequent functionality issues: the app often doesn’t work, lags, freezes, or becomes unresponsive.
- Privacy concerns: requires sign-in with Google ID and is described as potentially adware/spyware or invasive.
- Weak compatibility with TV devices: not working on Google TV/Chromecast and limited mouse support on TVs.
- Updates described as buggy or destructive, failing to fix issues.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.google.android.tungsten.setupwraith)