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Likely 1080p Chromecast HD with Google TV spotted on FCC

Likely 1080p Chromecast HD with Google TV spotted on FCC

June 8, 2022
The Chromecast with Google TV is one of the best Android streaming dongles on the market — quite impressive for a device that's nearly two years at this stage. The next logical step for Google would be to follow up with a more powerful and capable version. But that's apparently not happening anytime soon. Instead,...
Google brings Chromecast with Google TV to Europe, India next on the list

Google brings Chromecast with Google TV to Europe, India next on the list

June 2, 2022
Google launched the Chromecast with Google TV in 2020, and it still remains one of the best streaming dongles on the market. So far, the device has been available in only a handful of markets. But nearly two years since its launch, Google is now expanding the streaming stick to more markets, including Europe. The Chromecast...
Google is reportedly working on a new Chromecast device with Google TV

Google is reportedly working on a new Chromecast device with Google TV

January 24, 2022
In September 2020, Google introduced a new Chromecast device featuring the new Google TV software experience. The Google Chromecast with Google TV sported an updated design and packed a quad-core Amlogic S905D3G chip, 2GB RAM, and 8GB of onboard storage. Since its launch, the Chromecast with Google TV has remained the best Chromecast dongle on...
What is Chromecast: Explaining Google’s wireless streaming technology

What is Chromecast: Explaining Google’s wireless streaming technology

November 5, 2021
If you have thought about picking up a dongle over the last several years to enable wireless streaming on your non-smart HDTV, there is an excellent chance you have come across Chromecast. It is essentially a lineup of devices by Google that allows you to stream media to your TV or AV receiver wirelessly. But...
Google TV is reportedly going to add free TV channels soon

Google TV is reportedly going to add free TV channels soon

September 16, 2021
Everyone wants a slice of the online streaming video pie, and it seems that Google is the latest to want in on the trend. It appears that the company is looking to add free TV channels to Google TV, the Android-based smart TV platform that powers the Chromecast. It also powers some smart TVs from...
Google is working on Nest Audio integration with Chromecast

Google is working on Nest Audio integration with Chromecast

November 13, 2020
Nest Audio is the latest smart speaker from Google, replacing the original Google Home that launched all the way back in 2016. The Nest Audio not only offers much better sound quality, but it also looks aesthetically pleasing in its fabric-covered body. We rated the Nest Audio highly for its amazing sound quality in our...
Google Nest Audio and Chromecast with Google TV retail leaks reveal even more details before next week’s launch

Google Nest Audio and Chromecast with Google TV retail leaks reveal even more details before next week’s launch

September 24, 2020
Google recently started sending out media invites for its upcoming Pixel 5 launch event. In the invite, the company revealed that it would showcase the Pixel 4a 5G and the Pixel 5 at the event, along with a new Chromecast device and a smart speaker. While the company is yet to unveil any details about...
Google Home 2.28 corroborates that Android TV will be branded as Google TV on the new Chromecast

Google Home 2.28 corroborates that Android TV will be branded as Google TV on the new Chromecast

September 15, 2020
Google started rolling out version 2.28 of the Google Home app today. New strings within the APK strongly suggest that Android TV will be rebranded as Google TV, at least on Google's upcoming Chromecast dongle. The new strings, which are embedded below, reference "Google TV" in the description and "atv" (Android TV) in the titles. We...
Google Meet adds Chromecast support for video conferencing on larger screens

Google Meet adds Chromecast support for video conferencing on larger screens

August 18, 2020
With the COVID-19 pandemic still a concern in many parts of the world, working from home has become the norm for many students and professionals. While most people rely solely on their phone or PC screen to video chat, Google wants to elevate the experience by adding a larger TV screen to the mix. Google...
Google may revamp the Chromecast Ultra with Android TV and a dedicated remote

Google may revamp the Chromecast Ultra with Android TV and a dedicated remote

March 10, 2020
The Google Chromecast is undoubtedly one of Google's most successful hardware ventures. These little dongles have become incredibly popular thanks to their affordable price tags and ease of use. Google has revamped the little dongle a few times over the years, and the company currently offers two different models: A cheaper dongle and an Ultra...
[Update: Rolling out] YouTube is finally coming to Amazon Fire TV, Prime Video to get Chromecast support

[Update: Rolling out] YouTube is finally coming to Amazon Fire TV, Prime Video to get Chromecast support

July 9, 2019
For a long time now, trying to use Google and Amazon services on their respective platforms has been a frustrating experience. Amazon's Prime Video apps have never supported the Chromecast, and for a long time, you couldn't buy Chromecast devices from Amazon.com. Google removed YouTube from the Amazon Echo Show and Fire TV back in...
New Firefox extension “fx_cast” lets you Chromecast videos from Netflix, YouTube, and more

New Firefox extension “fx_cast” lets you Chromecast videos from Netflix, YouTube, and more

March 11, 2019
For all the functionality that Google Chromecast brings to the table, casting content from browsers other than Google Chrome isn't one of them. Google officially supports streaming content from Chrome's browser tabs to Chromecast, and even makes it dead simple to do so. All you have to do is click the 3-dot Chrome Menu icon...