Tag: chromecast
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The Price of Google Chromecast Has Been Permanently Reduced
Google quietly reduced the price of Chromecast from $35 to $29.99 last week. The price change comes as we’ve been learning more about the next generation of Google’s HDMI dongle with a new design and a possible updated UI for Android TV. The latest update about the new device, given the codename Sabrina, shows more oval shape…
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Quibi Adds Chromecast Support for iOS and Android
After launching with the message of being a mobile-only streaming service, Quibi quickly got feedback from subscribers who wanted the option of watching content on a larger screen. We shared the news in April that Quibi planned to add the casting feature. At that time, despite calling Quibi a mobile-only streaming service before the launch, CEO…
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Latest Rumors Offer Potential First Looks at Google’s Next HDMI Dongle, Android TV Updates
Rumors of a new Chromecast Ultra sporting Android TV have been swirling for weeks, and the latest leaks offer up what could be our first good look at what the HDMI dongle could look like. XDA Developers got their hands on what could be official renders of the upcoming device. Bearing the codename “Sabrina,” this…
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How to Pair a Chromecast to Your TV
Google’s Chromecast devices are small and unassuming, but they pack some surprising capabilities in a tiny package. In this guide, we’re going to walk you through the basics of setting up your Chromecast with your TV and mobile devices so you can get down to business and start casting. Plug Your Chromecast into Your TV…
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Google Could Have Second-Gen Chromecast Ultra in the Works
9to5Google is reporting that Google could launch a second-gen Chromecast Ultra later this year. Key features include Android TV support, a form factor similar to the third-gen Chromecast, and an external remote control. Sources told the site the new remote could borrow elements from the Daydream View remote as well as Apple TV. A very…
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Philo Plans to Launch Chromecast Support in First Half of 2020 & Is Working on Social Viewing
Philo is working on their plans to bring more content, features, and device support to viewers in 2020, all while Philo is working on their plans to bring more content, features, and device support to viewers in 2020, all while remaining and affordable and user-friendly streaming service. Philo is working on adding Chromecast support, allowing…
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Roku Is the Most Popular Streaming Player in the United States According to a New Study
Today eMarketer released its Over-the-Top study looking at US video viewers and connected TV users. According to that new study, Roku is still the most popular streaming player in the United States. According to eMarketer, 86.2 million Americans have streamed a show or movie using a Roku compared to 64.6 million Americans who used an…
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Chromecast Audio Is Dead
Google Chromecast Audio took the Chromecast idea from your TV and added it to your stereo. With this device you could cast music from popular apps to your existing stereo system. Now Google is pulling the plug on the device and is selling off what is left of their stock for $15 each. “Our product…
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Hackers Have Found A Way to Take Over Peoples Chromecast
Do you own a Chromecast device? Has a random YouTube video started playing when you didn’t cast it? Well, you are not alone as reports are coming out that a hacker know as Hacker Giraffe has found a way to play any YouTube video they want on any Chromecast device. It looks like Hacker Giraffe is…
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Amazon is Once Again Selling Chromecast Players
Recently Amazon quietly readded the Chromecast to their store. Now you can buy the Chromecast 3rd gen and the Chromecast Ultra through Amazon. This move by Amazon is very interesting as the Chromecast does not support Amazon Prime streaming at this time. The Chromecast was removed from Amazon at the same time the Apple TV was…