Now that Chromecast with Google TV is finally getting personalized user profiles, and the Google TV app is gaining a built-in remote control, it seems that Google is finally taking things seriously. After many failed or floundering years of attempting to make Android TV successful, it looks like the company has finally struck gold. However, […]
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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 control that […]
Continue ReadingStadia ‘Phone Link’ – Connect controllers to your phone to play on non-Bluetooth TVs
Stadia is now rolling out its ‘Phone Link’ capability which allows you to use your handheld as a bridge of sorts between supported third-party controllers and Stadia compatible streaming devices that don’t support Bluetooth. So long as your controller is compatible with your phone, you can use it to play games on your TV. This […]
Continue ReadingBulk sharing for Google Photos will soon be available on Nest Hub and Smart Displays
In a new Youtube video, Google took time to bring attention to several new improvements to its smart home technology. Things like Guest Mode for the Nest Hub and other smart displays with Google Assistant built-in, tuning recommendations on Chromecast with Google TV with a simple thumbs up or down, hands-free controls for Assistant-enabled smart […]
Continue ReadingDid you know? Your Chromebook can support a second monitor
Last week, we covered a handful of common misconceptions surrounding Chromebooks. Debunking some of these long-held myths got us thinking. Millions of students, employees, and general consumers have made the move to Chrome OS over the past year. Since we have lived in this ecosystem for years, it is very easy to take for granted […]
Continue ReadingStadia’s ‘Project Hailstorm’ could be used to bring the service to millions of TVs rapidly
According to the latest APK Insights report from 9to5Google of the Stadia app, Google may soon implement a few new features into its game streaming service that should get fans excited. There’s also an interesting super-secret code that we’ll discuss today which could be big news. Before we get started though, it’s important to understand […]
Continue ReadingEveryone loves Google TV – TCL joins Sony in adding the popular new interface to its 2021 devices
Google TV is awesome. It could use some changes, but overall, it’s proven to be a viable and attractive replacement for Android TV, and TV manufacturers are starting to take notice of the buzz surrounding it. Ever since Google came out with its Chromecast with Google TV built-in, OEMs have been in talks to port […]
Continue ReadingHere’s my ridiculous workaround until YouTube Music decides to add a cast button on the web
It’s been a bit of time since I last ranted about one of my biggest hangups with YouTube Music’s forceful takeover of Google Play Music, so I figured the time was right to get another complaint out there for Google’s consideration. It is well-documented by now that my biggest frustration with YouTube Music as it […]
Continue ReadingGoogle 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 TV (previously Play Movies […]
Continue ReadingDisney+ adds GroupWatch feature for watching with friends and family, even when apart
Hot off the heels of extensions like Netflix Party and Scener, which quickly became popular due to the pandemic, Disney+ is adding the ability to watch movies and TV shows through their subscription service with friends. With GroupWatch, up to seven people can watch anything from the vast and growing Disney+ library in real time […]
Continue ReadingFinally, a win for YouTube Music
It’s the small things, sometimes. I wrote not long ago about the aggravating failings and shortcomings I see in YouTube Music when compared to the perfectly-fine Google Play Music service it is forcibly replacing. Though my absolute #1 gripe is still present (there’s no cast button in the web player), another common, everyday connection issue […]
Continue ReadingI’m not sure how YouTube Music is this bad at wireless music playback at this point
Sigh. Another day, another YouTube Music shortcoming. I’m trying. I really am. I’m trying my best to move my music habits over to YouTube Music as the impending death of Google Play Music only continues to draw nearer. The library migration worked quite well, honestly, and after that process was completed, I really felt like […]
Continue ReadingHow to use an EQ for your Chromebook audio playback
I’ll be honest: I haven’t thought of applying an EQ (equalizer) to audio on a Chromebook since I’ve owned one. My audio is largely cast to a Chromecast-ready speaker or sent wirelessly to my Bluetooth headphones and I rely heavily on streaming services like Spotify, Google Play Music and YouTube Music for my tracks. That […]
Continue ReadingThis missing YouTube Music feature on the web is ruining moving day for me
My day has finally arrived. I finally got the thumbs up to be one of the users that can successfully move my Google Play Music library over to YouTube Music with just one click. You can check here if you want to see if your account is ready for transfer. If you haven’t done so […]
Continue ReadingThe YouTube Music transition is starting and Google Play Music’s worst feature is coming with it
If you’ve not heard elsewhere already, Google Play Music is on the way out later in 2020 and YouTube Music will completely replace it as the de facto solution for Google’s music streaming service. I’ve been in the camp that has been quite hesitant to make the move for a few reasons. For me, the […]
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