AI Engineer Optimizes Android Smart TV Using Claude Code Without Root Access

Senior AI engineer Mert Cobanov from Refik Anadol Studio demonstrated how to radically improve Android smart TV performance using the Claude Code AI tool without complex technical manipulations. The developer connected the AI assistant to the device via ADB and tasked it with optimizing the system by disabling unnecessary apps and reducing animations.

According to Cobanov, the results exceeded expectations: a TV that had been in use for four years now runs faster than when it was new. All changes were made without root access or data loss. The engineer shared his experience on social media platform X, noting that the process is fully automated and reversible.

To implement the project, Cobanov created a dedicated website with a step-by-step guide featuring four key stages. Users only need to copy and execute the AI-generated command to replicate the optimization. Importantly, all disabled elements are saved in a list, allowing easy restoration if needed.

Experts highlight that slow smart TV performance is a common issue due to limited hardware resources and manufacturer-installed bloatware. AI-assisted optimization offers new possibilities for users who prefer not to purchase additional devices like streaming players.