Katarzyna Petru
Although many older Android TV set-top boxes have long lost support from manufacturers, Nvidia once again shows that Shield TV is the exception to the rule. The company recently confirmed that it does not plan to end support "in the near future," and has now released a new system update. Users are now receiving Shield Experience 9.2.4, which is the first major patch of fixes since May 2025.
Shield Experience 9.2.4 – what does the update change?
The new software mainly focuses on stability improvements and security. The most important change is the implementation of security patches from January 2026, which is rare for several-year-old multimedia devices.
The list of fixes includes:
fixing the playback issue with Disney+
resolving the bug with connecting external remotes (including Xbox controllers after waking from sleep)
elimination of accidental waking of the device and equipment by CEC
stability improvements for Bluetooth remotes
removal of the bug that closed settings when activating NVIDIA Share
This is a typical "quality of life" update, but for users, it means real improvements in stability and fewer irritating issues.
Nvidia isn't ending support. Or maybe a new model?
Importantly, Nvidia has explicitly declared that it does not intend to abandon updates for Shield TV "in the near future". This is a strong signal for fans of the device, which has long been considered one of the most powerful Android TV boxes. There are also speculations online that we may see a new device from this line in the future. For now, however, these are just conjectures. The fact remains that the last widely available update took place in May 2025, so the current rollout shows that Nvidia is still actively developing the platform.
Shield TV is still alive and in very good condition. The 9.2.4 update brings security fixes and resolves pesky bugs, while Nvidia clearly states its continued support. In times when manufacturers quickly abandon older hardware, such an attitude truly stands out.
Source: 9to5google.com
