Chromecast with Google TV has been rumored to receive multi-user profile switching support since June of this year, but all we got instead was Kids Profiles. While these have most certainly been useful to millions of families using Google's streaming platform, the ability to house separate curated … [Read more...] about Chromecast with Google TV will finally receive personalized user profiles
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Google TV app adds in-built remote but there’s a catch for some
Rumored for months, Google has finally sunsetted the free-standing Android TV remote app and replaced it with the built-in clicker that lives within the Google TV app on your phone. The update for Google TV on Android began rolling out over a week ago and it brought with it a very useful touchpad … [Read more...] about Google TV app adds in-built remote but there’s a catch for some
Google TV is working to inject free, ad-supported streaming channels into your experience
According to a new report by Protocol, Google is in the process of creating or adding native TV channels to Google TV devices like Chromecasts and set-top boxes running the software. These channels will be referred to as 'F.A.S.T.' - Free, Ad-Supported, streaming television and come from companies … [Read more...] about Google TV is working to inject free, ad-supported streaming channels into your experience
Hands-on with Stadia on the Chromecast with Google TV [VIDEO]
Finally! Google has finally launched the official Stadia app for Google/Android TV. Naming issues aside between Google TV and Android TV, it is great to see Stadia arrive on the Chromecast that everyone actually wants to buy. I'm tempted to skip past the part where I say this should have been in … [Read more...] about Hands-on with Stadia on the Chromecast with Google TV [VIDEO]
How to access the hidden Chromecast remote control in the YouTube app [VIDEO]
There's no denying one of the most significant upgrades with the new Chromecast with Google TV is the addition of a remote. Sure, the fact that there is a UI to move around between shows and streaming services is a big deal, too, but the real game-changer this time around is that handy remote. … [Read more...] about How to access the hidden Chromecast remote control in the YouTube app [VIDEO]
The 5 best Chromecast remote shortcuts [VIDEO]
Since its debut, the new Chromecast with Google TV has been a fan favorite and the new go-to streaming dongle for many users; including all of us here at Chrome Unboxed. The addition of the remote and a proper on-screen UI to the already-great Chromecast formula has made this new streamer an easy … [Read more...] about The 5 best Chromecast remote shortcuts [VIDEO]
Chromecast with Google TV review: the Chromecast for everyone [VIDEO]
When you gaze upon the hardware of the new Chromecast with Google TV (Chromecast from here on out in this review) it is easy to see the basic influence of its predecessors. A circular-ish dongle with an HDMI cable protruding from one end and a spot for power in the other. As a matter of fact, it … [Read more...] about Chromecast with Google TV review: the Chromecast for everyone [VIDEO]
New YouTube TV subscribers can score Google’s new Chromecast w/Google TV for free
Tomorrow morning, we should be unboxing our shiny new Chromecast w/ Google TV. We have yet to lay hands on the new streamer but we all agree that this will be the greatest thing to happen to the Chromecast since, well, it came into existence. I mean, what's not to love? We're going to get everything … [Read more...] about New YouTube TV subscribers can score Google’s new Chromecast w/Google TV for free
87 Seconds: Wrapping up all of Google’s newly announced hardware
Google's #LaunchNightIn was a blitz play that packed five new products into a 30-minute onslaught on the senses. Along with the new hardware, Google took to the virtual stage to introduce some new software features for the Pixel phone family, a completely redesigned entertainment experience in … [Read more...] about 87 Seconds: Wrapping up all of Google’s newly announced hardware
Google Play Movies and TV updated to reflect Google TV branding – web interface deprecated
Now that Google has revealed their new Chromecast with Google TV built-in, they've also begun to update the Google Play Movies and TV app across Android, Chrome OS and Apple devices. As of right now, the name and screenshots of the listing are all that's changed. It's now temporarily called "Google … [Read more...] about Google Play Movies and TV updated to reflect Google TV branding – web interface deprecated
[Update: In-store Oct. 15] Where you can, can’t and should buy the new Chromecast with Google TV
Well, Google's Launch Night In is behind us, and now, we get to wait and see just how well the latest #MadeByGoogle products are going to fare in their respective markets. While we're excited about all of the hardware announced yesterday, one particular product appears to be getting most of the … [Read more...] about [Update: In-store Oct. 15] Where you can, can’t and should buy the new Chromecast with Google TV
Google’s All New Chromecast with Google TV just stole Roku’s spotlight
At long last we get the scoop on Google's all new Chromecast with Google TV built-in. They began their 'Launch Night In' event today by stating how TV is at the heart of the home for our families and they're not wrong. It's sporting a revamped and re-branded Google TV instead, which seeks to help … [Read more...] about Google’s All New Chromecast with Google TV just stole Roku’s spotlight
