Chromecast with Google TV does sound confusing, but it actually makes a lot of sense. Google TV devices are essentially Chromecasts because they can receive content you cast in exactly the same way. The only difference is you also have the Google TV interface. Which Is Best for You? Wheth...
The Launch of Google Chromecast Devices First launched in 2013, the Google Chromecast is a family of devices you can plug into your TV's HDMI port. HDMI stands for high-definition multimedia interface. Once installed, it allows you to cast video and audio streams from an iOS or Android de...
Google Chromecast plugs into your TV and grants easy access to multiple streaming services, from Netflix and YouTube to Google Play.
Some websites are already Chromecast-enabled, including Netflix, YouTube, Google Play Movies and Google Play Music. To stream directly from these services, a user needs only to click the cast button, which is usually in the video or audio player. Some apps are also Chromecast-enabled, making...
Now, though, only the Chromecast with Google TV 4K and the HD variant survive. Google has discontinued the other Chromecast models. Also, while the third-gen Chromecast can only be used to cast content from other devices, the Chromecast with Google TV is astreaming device with a full version...
Voice search is also super easy thanks to Google Assistant. And of course, you can still cast to your screen as per usual if you want to upgrade your Chromecast but prefer streaming as you’re used to. What can I watch on Google TV? Through Google TV, you can access all manner of ...
Chromecast is a hardware device developed and manufactured by Google that enables you to stream media to your TV wirelessly. Rather than using a wired connection, you can use the Chromecast device to stream digital music, video, and images over Wi-Fi. If, for example, you have a movie on...
How is Miracast different from Chromecast or AirPlay? Several wireless display standards have popped up over the years. While some, like Intel WiDi, didn't get much love from the consumers, others, like Miracast, have managed to stick around, thanks to their relatively wider adaption. But ...
A Chromecast basically acts as a bridge between your TV and your phone or tablet. It draws power from a micro-USB input, the adapter for which Google bundles in the box. How Does a Chromecast Work? A Chromecast is built on top of Google's own proprietary protocol called Cast. It's de...
Miracast is not the same technology employed by Google's Chromecastor Apple's AirPlay. In fact, many observers consider Miracast a direct response to the Apple's proprietary system. How Does Miracast Work? The technology uses Wi-Fi Direct, a protocol standard that enables two devices to for...