The Chromecast Ultra is looming with a release date due in the upcoming weeks. As awesome as new tech is and as great as it is to have the latest/greatest devices, sometimes the things we have right now are still a better fit. … [Read more...] about Another Reason To Choose Chromecast v2 Over The New Chromecast Ultra
Chromecast
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 vs. Chromecast Ultra: Which Should You Buy?
Though not released yet, the Chromecast Ultra is intriguing on a few levels. Promises of faster streaming, 4K UHD resolution and Ethernet cable connectivity make this a device that may be exactly what you need. But with a perfectly good Chromecast available for half the price, is it worth the … [Read more...] about Chromecast vs. Chromecast Ultra: Which Should You Buy?
Chromecast Now Works With Facebook Videos
In a move long overdue, Facebook videos on your phone or tablet will finally employ the Google Cast API. What this means for all you cat video and meme viewers is simple sharing is now just a button away. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Now Works With Facebook Videos
Chromecast To Be Managed Via Google Home App: So Long Google Cast
In a move we saw coming, a splash screen has been put in place to greet Chromecast users that informs everyone the Google Cast app will become the Google Home app within a few weeks. … [Read more...] about Chromecast To Be Managed Via Google Home App: So Long Google Cast
Chromecast Ultra Official: 4K Resolution, Better Sound and Faster
Along with the new Pixel Phones and Google Home, the new Chromecast Ultra made its official debut today at Google's much anticipated live event from San Francisco. As previously rumored, the newest version of Google's casting device now supports 4K HD and HDR video. Along with premium video support, … [Read more...] about Chromecast Ultra Official: 4K Resolution, Better Sound and Faster
‘Fievel’, Chrome OS and the Internet of Things
Last week we reported on what a looks to be a new Chromebox in the works. 'Fievel' appears to be a Rockchip device powered by the RK3288 ARM® SoC. This is the same chip that powers products like the ASUS Flip, Chromebit, Haier Chromebook 11 and a plethora of Android TV devices. But why a 2 year … [Read more...] about ‘Fievel’, Chrome OS and the Internet of Things
Chromecast, Google Home, Google Assistant and Google’s Possible Future
Reading this post over at WIRED just a few days ago, I'm beginning to feel like all the rumors and excitement about Andromeda were simply missing the real point of Tuesday's #madebygoogle Event. Let's look quickly at the Chromecast, Google Home and Google Assistant to see why Google's … [Read more...] about Chromecast, Google Home, Google Assistant and Google’s Possible Future
Chromecast And Google Home App: Sign of Things To Come
Things are at a fevered pitch in the last few days before Gooles 10/4 #madeByGoogle Event. One more point of interest: a clear reference to a new app called Google Home that looks likely to be replacing the existing Google Cast app. … [Read more...] about Chromecast And Google Home App: Sign of Things To Come
Chromecast 4K Ultra Loses Its Chromecast Logo – Will The Name Go Too?
An image has emerged of the newest member of the Chromecast family: The Chromecast 4k Ultra. While looking a bit like the 2nd version of Google's wildly-popular streaming dongle, the new Chromecast 4K takes a decidedly clean aesthetic approach, even removing the Chrome logo altogether. … [Read more...] about Chromecast 4K Ultra Loses Its Chromecast Logo – Will The Name Go Too?
Chromecast Quick Tip: Casting Local Content From Chromebooks
Chromecasts are great for casting all sorts of media from all sorts of services. Netflix, Hulu, Play Movies, and YouTube are all great examples of streaming services that work perfectly with Chromecast. Sometimes, though, you want to share something in your own files on your … [Read more...] about Chromecast Quick Tip: Casting Local Content From Chromebooks
Chromecast Preview Program: Chromecast Boot Screen Loses Chrome Logo, Gains Big G
I just received my first update email since joining the Preview Program. Like we all do, I quickly fired up my Chromecast and noticed a pretty striking change. Up front and center, the Chrome logo is gone from the boot screen. Replaced, instead, by Google's simple 'G'. … [Read more...] about Chromecast Preview Program: Chromecast Boot Screen Loses Chrome Logo, Gains Big G
Chromecast Audio: Create Audio Groups And Share The Awesome
Yesterday we saw considerable traffic around our Chromecast post. Being a Chrome-focused site, we've talked intermittently about Chromecast up to this point. As the traffic clearly shows, our readers are very interested in all things Chromecast, so we will start delivering more things like tips, … [Read more...] about Chromecast Audio: Create Audio Groups And Share The Awesome
