Streaming video services are becoming more and more prevalent as consumers take to mobile devices as their go-to viewer for network media. The days of mobile TV content being piggy-backed of traditional cable packages are quickly coming to an end. Netflix, Sling TV and PlayStation Vue (just to name a few) have gained ground with […]
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As you may or may not know, Chromecast runs a varied version of Chrome OS. Once we understood this little-known fact, we began covering Chromecast news here on the site. What you likely do know is Chromecast is Google's most successful consumer product and has become a staple of the smart TV in millions of homes.
Chromecast Devices Shuttering Google Cast Label
In a move made very clearly and conscisely by Google, Chromecast devices are losing any and every reference to Google Cast very soon in an effort to “help users identify the technology that they’ve come to enjoy and appreciate.”
Continue ReadingGoogle Home: How To Play Music From Spotify, Pandora or YouTube Music
We talked a bit about all the things Google Home can and cannot do at this very early point in its life. While that list feels a bit lopsided towards the cannot’s at this time, it doesn’t mean that there aren’t options available currently.
Continue ReadingChromecast Offers: What They Are and Where To Find Them
Did you just buy a shiny, new Chromecast this weekend? Maybe you’ve had one for a long time. Maybe you are thinking about getting one soon or hoping to get one for Christmas. No matter your situation, one thing you should be aware of if you own a Chromecast is where to find offers.
Continue ReadingChromebooks, Chromecast, Google Home And More: Black Friday Deals Round-up
Black Friday is upon us and the Chrome deals are EVERYWHERE! We’ve shared quite a few hot promotions over the past few days and wanted to put them all here in one place to make your holiday shopping a little easier. So, here we go.
Continue ReadingChromecast Ultra: 4K Content Available From Google Play Movies
In our earlier report on where to find 4K content for your shiny, new Chromecast Ultra, we listed Google Play Movies as one of the sources of 4K content only to find that they were planning on launching 4K in November.
Continue ReadingChromebooks, Chromecast And More: Users Can Experience The Google Shop At Select Best Buys
Google is no stranger to storefront marketing for their products. In the past few years they have attempted a number of different brick and mortar shops to highlight products powered and branded by Google. Last week a “pop-up” shop showed up in New York City. The elegant space is designed to allow users to experience […]
Continue ReadingChromecast and Google Home: What You Can and Can’t Do
We’ve talked before and you’ve likely heard around the internet that Google Home, for all its awesome ability, is not much more than a Chromecast in a jar’s clothing. One of the greatest features of Home is the ability to cast content with only your voice, and while there are quite a few things you […]
Continue ReadingChromecast Notifications Suddenly Appear On Android Devices: Explained
Over the past week or so, I’ve had one particular conversation way more than I expected. And it always starts the same way. A friend, family member, or coworkers shows me their phone with an inquisitive look on their face and asks, “Have you seen this?”
Continue ReadingChromecast, Chromebooks & More: Black Friday Deals On Awesome Tech
Ready or not, holiday shopping season is upon us. Black Friday, Cyber Monday and month-long deals are about to be in full swing. We’ve found some sweet deals on Chromebooks, Chromecast, surround sound and even cast-enabled TVs and we wanted to share.
Continue ReadingChromecast and Google Home Power On Your TV With Your Voice
There is a little-known technology that exists on a lot of TVs out there called CEC. It shows up and is helpful in ways most people either take for granted or simply don’t realize. Today, I want to show you how to use it to do something really cool.
Continue ReadingChromecast To ‘Tap, Tap’ Into Consumer Market
Google’s Chromecast has had no issue holding its own in the consumer market. With over 30 million units sold, it has wrangled a formidable 35% of the streaming device market in 2015. Undoubtedly, Chromecast devices have proven their worth and ability with consumers. With the release of the third generation Chromecast Ultra, it now appears Google is […]
Continue ReadingChromecast Audio Speaker Spotlight: Sony h.ear go
As the days go by, we are finally starting to see reasonably-priced wireless speakers with Google Cast built right in. While there are plenty of speakers to use a standard Chromecast Audio dongle with, a speaker with this function built in is a much more interesting experience. Here’s why.
Continue ReadingChromecast (Google Cast) vs. Apple TV (Airplay): Which Is Best?
The world of streaming devices and connected TVs has grown over the years, seeing multiple devices and attempts come and go over that same time. Two streaming standards have stuck through all the change and are both strong offerings from tech’s top two companies. But what are the differences in Chromecast and AirPlay, and do […]
Continue ReadingChromecast Ultra Now Shipping
Google’s latest addition to its Chromecast lineup has been in pre-order status up until now, able to be purchased from the Google Store without any firm shipping date.
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