Since its launch in the fall of 2020, the new Chromecast has been an absolute smash. From adding a real UI to finally introducing a remote to the Chromecast formula, there's no denying the appeal of Google's affordable, useful streaming dongle. Even with all the good things I have to say about … [Read more...] about Sling TV is now fully integrated into Chromecast with Google TV live tab
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Finally, YouTube on Chromecast with Google TV lets you control playback speed
Over the past few months, I've become a golf addict again. I say again because its been 15 years or so since I last played more than a few rounds of golf per year. Spurred on by my son's newfound interest in one of my favorite sports, I've gone all-in and spend quite a bit of time these days … [Read more...] about Finally, YouTube on Chromecast with Google TV lets you control playback speed
Stadia officially announces Chromecast with Google TV support is imminent
It's happening! Starting June 23, 2021, you will finally be able to officially play all of your Stadia games on your big, beautiful television. You know, where most people who are console gamers play? In October of this past year, we found out that the app was being worked on, and then on April 17, … [Read more...] about Stadia officially announces Chromecast with Google TV support is imminent
Chromecast with Google TV will finally be useful for the whole family with profile support
In a new APK Insights teardown of the latest Google TV app for Android (v 1.0.370), 9to5Google has discovered what looks to be the multi-user profile support the new Chromecast should have been shipped with. While their Insights are not a guarantee of features to come, they're usually pretty spot-on … [Read more...] about Chromecast with Google TV will finally be useful for the whole family with profile support
Chromecast with Google TV becomes HDR10+ certified, but there isn’t much support for it yet
Google's Chromecast with Google TV has been making its rounds since launch and becoming the go-to streaming technology for many. For those who don't have the device, Google has been working with hardware partners like Sony and TCL in order to make a special version of its shiny, new Google TV … [Read more...] about Chromecast with Google TV becomes HDR10+ certified, but there isn’t much support for it yet
More than 6 months late, Stadia may finally be coming to Chromecast with Google TV
The new Chromecast with Google TV launched all the way back on September 30 last year - that's almost 7 months ago. To date, Google Stadia remains unavailable for every user's television who decided to upgrade to the new dongle. For those passionate about Stadia, that has felt like quite a … [Read more...] about More than 6 months late, Stadia may finally be coming to Chromecast with Google TV
Netflix kinda sorta integrates its directory into your Chromecast with Google TV again
For a while now, any time Netflix is an option for streaming a movie or a TV show via your Chromecast with Google TV's built-in directory, it has failed to appear in the list of choices. This is due to Netflix itself previously deciding that none of its content will be accessible any way except by … [Read more...] about Netflix kinda sorta integrates its directory into your Chromecast with Google TV again
Google TV may soon get its own remote control feature to replace the Android TV Remote app
The Google TV application for Android may soon receive an on-screen remote control feature that will allow you to control the software - you know, just in case you lose your Chromecast with Google TV remote somewhere other than in the couch or just don't feel like getting up to grab it. According … [Read more...] about Google TV may soon get its own remote control feature to replace the Android TV Remote app
Amazon Music and IMDb TV arrive on Chromecast with Google TV
Whatever beefs Google and Amazon have carried in the past, it really feels as if the two companies have finally buried the hatchet. It is getting easier and easier to find #madebygoogle products on Amazon's storefront and Amazon is slowly but surely bringing its digital streaming products to … [Read more...] about Amazon Music and IMDb TV arrive on Chromecast with Google TV
Google TV takes the ‘smart’ out of Smart TV with new Basic mode
Google TV has taken the world by storm this year - so much so that Google hopes to completely replace Android TV with it over the next two years. TV manufacturers have already begun to work with the tech giant to create hand-crafted experiences just for their devices, and TCL and Sony have already … [Read more...] about Google TV takes the ‘smart’ out of Smart TV with new Basic mode
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]
How to update your Chromecast w/Google TV and fix that ‘data may be corrupt’ issue
Late in January, we ran a story on how to fix a recurring issue that has been plaguing many Chromecast w/Google TV users of late. After seeing this problem pop up for a handful of users, I began seeing it not only on our office Chromecast, but on our home device as well. Then it showed up all over … [Read more...] about How to update your Chromecast w/Google TV and fix that ‘data may be corrupt’ issue
