Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Arattai Launches on Android TV
Zoho, a company founded by Sridhar Vembu, has launched its privacy-focused messaging and video calling app, Arattai, on Android TV.
This update allows users to make video calls and join meetings directly from their TV screens.
The app is designed to be easy to use with a TV remote and supports features like meeting recordings and camera controls.
Users can log in by scanning a QR code with the mobile app or entering a code on a web browser.
The app works on TVs running Android 7 or later and supports external webcams and audio devices.
This move aims to make communication more flexible and accessible.
Arattai, Zoho's privacy-first messaging and video calling app, is now available on Android TV.
The app allows users to make one-on-one video calls and join scheduled meetings from their TV screens.
Users can log in using a QR code scanned via the mobile app or a verification code entered on a web browser.
The app supports external webcams and audio devices and works on TVs running Android 7 or later.
Future updates are expected to bring additional enhancements to the Android TV version.
- Who
- Zoho, founded by Sridhar Vembu
- What
- Launched Arattai app on Android TV
- When
- January 1, 2026
- Where
- Android TV devices
- Why
- To expand reach and offer a richer video call experience
- Company
- Zoho
- Platform
- Android TV
- Primary Use
- Video Calls and Meetings
- Hardware Requirements
- Android 7 or later
- Verification Method
- QR Code or Web Browser
- Additional Features
- Meeting Recordings, Camera/Mic Controls
Sources
Zoho’s Arattai Comes to Android TV as Sridhar Vembu Ushers in 2026 with a Big-Screen Update
Sridhar Vembu announces Arattai expansion to Android TV with New Year update: How to install, features and more
