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Thomson Streaming Box Plus 270
DEVICE VERDICT

Thomson Streaming Box Plus 270

Feature-rich Google TV box with 32GB storage, Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, Dolby Vision and hands-free voice control.

Updated 23 Aug 2026UK-focused verdict
PlatformGoogle TV
Storage32GB
RAM3GB
EthernetBuilt in
Dolby VisionYes
WirelessWi-Fi 6
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BEST FORA feature-rich Google TV box with 32GB storage, Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet and hands-free voice control
AVOID IFLarger and less discreet than a streaming stick, and UK retailer availability can fluctuate
QUICK VERDICT

A feature-rich Google TV box with 32GB storage, Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet and hands-free voice control

ViewHarbour keeps the strengths and compromises visible so the recommendation is easier to judge.

Why it stands out

  • 32GB storage gives more breathing room for apps and updates
  • Built-in Ethernet gives you a straightforward wired-network option
  • Dolby Vision support suits compatible HDR TVs
  • Google TV keeps the platform familiar and app-focused

What to know first

  • Larger and less discreet than a streaming stick, and UK retailer availability can fluctuate
RESEARCH BASIS

Specs checked against a primary source.

This verdict is research-based unless hands-on testing is explicitly stated. Marketing claims are not treated as independent evidence.

Page reviewed23 Aug 2026
Testing statusResearch-based
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WHERE TO BUY

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The Thomson Streaming Box Plus 270 is a high-spec Google TV box with 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, USB 3.0, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. It also adds hands-free Google Assistant microphones, a built-in speaker and a Find My Remote function.

It is particularly attractive for buyers who want more storage and connectivity than a stick without moving into Shield-level pricing. The trade-off is a larger box and retailer availability that can vary.

APP FLEXIBILITY

Sideloading support

APK sideloading supported

Google TV is Android-based and supports consumer APK installation from outside Google Play when installs from the chosen source are allowed.

ViewHarbour definition: “APK sideloading” means a normal user can install Android APK packages from outside the device’s main app store. Developer-only test modes are listed separately.

Checked 23 Aug 2026 · Verification source

Research status: this page is research-based unless it explicitly states that ViewHarbour has personally tested this exact model.
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