Chromecast is a line of streaming dongles by Google. They can be plugged into any television or monitor through a standard HDMI port. Once configured, you can stream audio and video wirelessly to a bigger screen from your phone, computer, or even a Google Home device.
Chromecast is a device that you plug into your TV’s HDMI port, powered by a USB cable (included). Using your smartphone or computer as a remote control, you can use.
What is a Chromecast device?
Using a Chromecast device is a simple and inexpensive way to cast your favorite apps to your TV screen. There are hundreds of popular Chromecast-enabled apps, so Chromecast users are definitely spoiled for choice. You can have your pick of movie and music streaming apps, sports, games and photo apps.
This of course begs the inquiry “What is a chromecast enabled app?”
Chromecast enabled apps let you stream movies, music and videos to your TV from your Pixel phone, Google Home, Pixel Slate or other device.
And this thumb-drive-sized device has come a long way: there’s Chromecast Ultra, which lets you stream up to 4K, and you can talk to your Google Assistant and Google Nest speakers to put something on the screen. Read on for ten of our favorite tips and tricks for using Chromecast.
Does Chromecast work like a TV box?
If you’re in the market for an affordable and simple way to stream content on your television, you’ve most likely come across the Google Chromecast. But unlike other media players, the Google Chromecast might seem a little odd since it doesn’t operate like a typical TV box.
What apps can you watch on Chromecast?
Unlike other smart TV sticks (looking at you, Amazon Fire and NOW TV), Google Chromecast is compatible with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and NOW TV apps. The device also works with most other major streaming apps including Disney+, Britbox, BBC i. Player, All4, ITV Hub, My5, and UKTV Play.
In the Chromecast-enabled app, tap the Cast button. The Cast button isn’t located in the same place on all Chromecast-enabled apps. Tap the device you’d like to cast to. If you’er unable to cast, you may need to wait for the Chromecast-enabled app to release a new version to support cast on i. OS devices running i, and os 13.