This is a focused technical report on the requirements, based on Google’s public documentation and licensing terms (as of 2026). Report: Requirements for Android TV Operator Tier 1. Executive Summary The Android TV Operator Tier is a licensing and software distribution program from Google. It is designed for pay-TV operators, ISPs, and telcos who want to deploy Android TV on their own set-top boxes (STBs) or dongles with a customized launcher and direct control over the user experience, while still accessing the Google Play Store and core Google services.