I haven't yet got the Chromecast, but I'll be getting one soon in a few days. I went online to familiriaze myself with the set-up. Thanks a lot, Awkward Bob ..... you have taken great pains to be clear to a novice like me. Thank you.
Thank you for your clear tutorial. Often, when making one, people don't realise that they go too fast for someone to digest the information. Because the film maker knows so well what to do, they often don't realise that someone not knowing needs time to process what is being told to them. You spoke at a good speed, and clearly Thank you.
This was the most perfect step by step video I have learned from. I spent two hours trying to get past a certain point and found your video. I am set up completely in the few minutes listening to this. Thanks a million.
Thank you for the clear, step by step instructions! I have been explaining it to my cousin by phone and email/texts and confusing her more with each attempt. Great job!
very clear, helpful and easy to understand demo. i have not yet installed but going by this demo, it is so very easy, a small child can. Thank you for making efforts to keep it simple and effortless.
You were a big help, Thank you so much! Thought it was broken we had it disconnected for awhile due to a room makeover . Just needed someone to go over it, thanks.
OUTSTANDING HELP it was not recognizing or starting up going into my account and with the instruction you gave me got it done thank you very much great job
Thanks for the lovely presentation and excellent guidance on how to install and use Chromecast. Prior to watching this, I only had a vague idea of what Chromecast was. I'm better informed now - great stuff!
wow the explanation this man was so easy and clear. everyone should be able to do this. you have to look like him to know technology for sure.. this guy is not that he looks smart but he is! and I have no doubt that little helper right next you will be awesome also. thank you so much sir for the excellent explanation.
Thanks for the awesome video tutorial. However, I just have a question though, what if you do not have Wi-Fi on your home, just your phone with a data plan, does it connect to the phones Hotspot? Thanks in advance.
Thank you very much.. This video was very helpful setting up my second Chromecast device. The only trouble I had is that my device is a second hand so I just had to factory reset the Chromecast and then everything was fine. =)
Anything that doesn't have the "cast" ability can be screen mirrored from the device. If you use google chrome web browser on computer you could cast a browser tab as well.
Hi! A very useful guide before I buy this device. My question is can I share the wifi from the same phone I am using to connect the chrome cast? I mean like sharing my personal hotspot from my phone for the chromecast to get the wifi connected. Or should I use another device as wifi? Because I don’t have router nor any other devices
Thank you for showing me how to set my Chromecast. I have been struggling for almost a week. I read the instructions, tried step by step, hours of no success! I just watched your video on my phone and followed your instructions and I'm connected!!! YAY! Now I can watch Netflix and TH-cam on TV. Much appreciated. And I did make the subscribe a pretty gray👍😀 ty
Hi thank you so much for this video on the chromecast 3rd generation as I live in London and it said to plug the chromecast into the plug socket and then into the back of the tv but then the chromecast hooked up to my WiFi but then my phone wouldn’t communicate with my tv, what madness and then I just watched this video and hey presto it’s working so thank you very much
Mine is buffering on the part that says "Linking your Chromecast". I waited for about an hour. Still the same. I tried another cell phone but still doesn't work. The TV is showing the photo slides. Do I need to return this thing? Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Bob, great and informative video. My question is: I have done away with my cell phone, I no longer have one. Can I still use the 3rd generation Chromecast on my TV? Or. does one NEED a cell phone to use the device. Thanks.
hi, do you have a video about to set a google home mini. i like too cast the chromecast with the home mini? i have a toon thermostaat, do you know how to connect with my home mini thank you.
sir you are a big help....thank u very much with your step by step tutorial.. at last my chromecast was open n now i can watch NETFLIX n TH-cam.. again thank u very much GOD BLESS ...
I received a Gen3 Chrome Cast for a Christmas gift. I almost got it set up right . . . but now it's totally right, Thanks to you, Akka Bob. Much appreciate the info and the video to back it up. ( PS/ I live in rural Tasmania, Australia. Can't WAIT to show my neighbours, in the back paddock. Struth !!)
I have a Sanyo and I’m not sure of the year of it. Is the chrome cast compatible with all flatscreen tv’s or just the new smarter tv’s? When I plug the device into my tv I don’t get the “get the app” selection on my tv.
I’ve been trying to reload chromecast 2gen for the last three weeks. After many attempts the farthest it will go is the ready to cast screen and all the ad on apps. The only change that was made was a name change on the WiFi before that the chromecast worked fine any ideas? Oh the WiFi settings match 2 g to 2g hardly does any thing on 5G thanks. When you posted this following your video it took me only a few minutes to set!
Thanks guys for this instructive vid. Shout out to the little angel at the end of it, getting involved in the whole process and requested/reminded us to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!👍 ✔️👏
Hi Bob: I have a smart TV in the basement with spotty wifi, have tried extenders, etc. with little improvement, but my laptop works good down there. Will Chromecast be a good option to improve watching Internet apps on the TV via the laptop?
I went thru the setup but it did'nt hook up with my internet wanted me to turn off certain things on my router but i don't have those options to do that on my router.
This was so helpful. Just a quick question, my new chromcast say below it ‘Chromcast1974’ but I saw yours was 2015, why is that so considering I bout it recently?
yes you do still have to get cable. I personally would recommend a fire stick and to get cable through hulu. My parents use that option and they think it's a good replacement for tivo/dish/direct. No question is stupid if the end goal is to learn :)
Perfect explanation could mirror my phone easily, I wanted it to call my family on whatsapp. Is there a way to be able to have it on landscape ? while I call with whatsapp it comes in portrait and if I flip the phone it stays in portrait on the TV anyway !
This was awesome can I do this with the 3 scam my buddy tv?? It looks the exact same and I installed like you showed me but it’s not going to show up on google home right?
Excellent - first class. I did subscribe but as I don't use TH-cam. Thought I may be making a donation to you - you are worth it. Many thanks nevertheless.
Your video was a big help . One question though, what if the app you are trying to cast does not have the cast icon in the corner? Does that mean that the app is not compatible with Chromecast ??? Also , I have the Spectrum TV app on my phone and it does work somewhat, but the cast icon does not show up on the screen. Any suggestions??
Hi, I enjoyed how you explained clearly how to set up this device, however I do have a few questions before setting up this device. Hopefully you can help me out with them. How many people(accounts) can use this device? in this home we have 2 laptops, 3 ipads, and 3 smart phones...can they all connect to this one device with their own account or is it only meant to be used by one device/account only? When you mentioned to type which room its in....does this mean that you can set it to different rooms for each tv? or do we need to get 2 more chromecast for the other 2 tvs in this house? Im not too tech savy Im an old beginner. If you can help me out with this it will be greatly appreciated. thanks
1. Anyone on your wifi network should be able to cast to this device. 2. Each tv has to have a chromecast. I have four so I name them specific to the room they're in so I can see where I'm casting . Hope that helps! (p.s. That's why I made this video... someone who wasn't tech savvy requested it. Glad it can help people!)
what are your thoughts on the Chromecast Ultra 4k vs the 3rd Gen Chromecast? I'm hearing the ultra although older is still better. I want to cast a fitness app(iFit) from my google phone to the TV. I also recently purchased a 4k smart TV, but I have to pay extra$ to my cable company to get 4k quality(unless I am on Netflix or the like..)
Thank you for the awesome video explanation. I know this video is from awhile ago, but I have one question. While casting, we can use the phone/tablet to do other things (as you mentioned). But can we watch another different TH-cam video on our device, while the chromecast is casting the original video we casted on TV? Thank you.
Ok just watched 2 you tube videos on setting up chromecast on android phone and will admit it was pretty informative and things seemed to have went fairly smooth except for one small detail.not one time in either video was what was showing on their screen was actually what was showing on mine.nothing on my screen appeared on their screen.i didn't see the little clown figures jumping around doing little tricks saying looking for device.only message I get is "get the app"it stays there.im aware the problem is my own to deal with.im looking for instructions on how to setup chromecast on an android phone.sorry but I'm 69 years old and can remember directions and they came with everything you bought. Now if you buy a phone you have to also buy a book or manual showing you how to use it.i was looking on internet for manual when directed to the videos on you tube so safe to say I doubt I find the manual.thanks for listening
I’d like to hookup a chromcast device my mini projector to project patterns from Adobe on my laptop with Windows to avoid the need for a 15-20 foot HDMI cable. Is this possible, or is the chromcast specifics for an iOS device such as my iPhone? Thank You for the great video!
Ok I have chromecast but I don’t know what version is but I think second gen. I do not have internet on my WiFi will it allow me to use it so I can cast from my phone to tv without me having to be on the same internet connection to WiFi I hope I haven’t confused you?
I haven't yet got the Chromecast, but I'll be getting one soon in a few days. I went online to familiriaze myself with the set-up. Thanks a lot, Awkward Bob ..... you have taken great pains to be clear to a novice like me. Thank you.
Thank you for your clear tutorial. Often, when making one, people don't realise that they go too fast for someone to digest the information. Because the film maker knows so well what to do, they often don't realise that someone not knowing needs time to process what is being told to them. You spoke at a good speed, and clearly Thank you.
Thank you. I appreciate that!
This was the most perfect step by step video I have learned from. I spent two hours trying to get past a certain point and found your video. I am set up completely in the few minutes listening to this. Thanks a million.
Thank you for those kind words! So happy it helped you!!
@@awkwardBOB bb whete are u from
Thank you for the clear, step by step instructions! I have been explaining it to my cousin by phone and email/texts and confusing her more with each attempt.
Great job!
Thanks mate. I wasn’t 100% sure how chromecast worked but you’ve explained it brilliantly.
Thank you!
very clear, helpful and easy to understand demo. i have not yet installed but going by this demo, it is so very easy, a small child can. Thank you for making efforts to keep it simple and effortless.
Thank you for teaching a tech challenged person. The two of you look so cute.
I have 3 chromecasts installed, but not all show up on my devices. How do I fix this?
Thanks for your information slowly and slow in speech .Giving time to take it all in. Best I've seen!
As a technophobe, these instructions made the process really easy. Thank you so much.
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You were a big help, Thank you so much! Thought it was broken we had it disconnected for awhile due to a room makeover
. Just needed someone to go over it, thanks.
Step by step, it is easy to follow. Thank you Bob.
I watched so many videos but this is the only one that worked. Thanks mate. 🇦🇺
Great video. I love the fact that you have your son with you - that's awesome!
Thank you!
Bob, you just helped me decide whether or not to get a Chromecast! Setup up looks super easy. I can't wait to try it out when I get it! 👍
Awesome! I hope you enjoy it!
I’ve been trying to set mine up for 2 days now
So this helped a lot thank you so so much 🙏🏾 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thank you for that!!
Thx for being thorough. It's better than the one I previously watched minutes before. Thx again
Thank you for watching!
Thank you for this! I only had to watch this through once and all went smoothly. Thanks again!
thanks bob
Very clear instructions - I tried several other videos without success. Thank you.
Thank YOU for the kind words.
So happy I found this, I'd be floundering about for hours if it were not for this nice fellow.
Plugging the USB directly into my television was game changing. It did not work when I used the power brick. Thank you!
Cmon this man went out of his way to make this video and you don’t even subscribe he says everything so clear 😭
you made me subscribed to this channel and I rarely subscribed to anyone. well done, sir.
Most people are on here just for this one video, why would you subscribe unless you like *all* of his content
@@januarybaby1063 ITZ RYDER must be his mom. "He's my special boy!"
How do i turn Chromecast off without unplugging it? I cant find an off button on tbe google home app ...
Can I add another TV to this device
OUTSTANDING HELP it was not recognizing or starting up going into my account and with the instruction you gave me got it done thank you very much great job
So glad it helped!
Thanks for the lovely presentation and excellent guidance on how to install and use Chromecast. Prior to watching this, I only had a vague idea of what Chromecast was. I'm better informed now - great stuff!
wow the explanation this man was so easy and clear. everyone should be able to do this. you have to look like him to know technology for sure.. this guy is not that he looks smart but he is! and I have no doubt that little helper right next you will be awesome also. thank you so much sir for the excellent explanation.
Glad I could help! :)
I'm so definitely buying a Chromecast whenever I get a Chance and I can't Wait
Easily the BEST how to video I've ever came across. So detailed, simple and straight forward.
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.
Thank YOU for taking the time to comment. :)
Thanks for the awesome video tutorial. However, I just have a question though, what if you do not have Wi-Fi on your home, just your phone with a data plan, does it connect to the phones Hotspot? Thanks in advance.
Yes, you can use your phone as a hotspot, but would have to cast with another device
@@awkwardBOB can you make a video showing how to cast it off a other device
Hi, great video thanks. If using Chromecast can you add the TV as a device on a Google Home speaker group?
Great instructions, it helped me out after trying other videos countless times, good job
Thank you very much.. This video was very helpful setting up my second Chromecast device. The only trouble I had is that my device is a second hand so I just had to factory reset the Chromecast and then everything was fine. =)
Way to work through the issue! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for helping this grandma set up her stuff! Your instructions were very clear! I also liked your helper😀
Clear and sincere explanation to the one not so tech savvy
Hey man! Thanks for this, very helpful. Could you cast anything and everything, like something from a zoom meeting?
Anything that doesn't have the "cast" ability can be screen mirrored from the device. If you use google chrome web browser on computer you could cast a browser tab as well.
Hi! A very useful guide before I buy this device. My question is can I share the wifi from the same phone I am using to connect the chrome cast? I mean like sharing my personal hotspot from my phone for the chromecast to get the wifi connected. Or should I use another device as wifi? Because I don’t have router nor any other devices
Great tutorial on the Chromecast setup. Thank you for taking the time to show us.
Thanks for taking the time to comment!!
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How to set up iPad to Chromecast? Thank you.
Thank you for showing me how to set my Chromecast. I have been struggling for almost a week. I read the instructions, tried step by step, hours of no success! I just watched your video on my phone and followed your instructions and I'm connected!!! YAY! Now I can watch Netflix and TH-cam on TV. Much appreciated. And I did make the subscribe a pretty gray👍😀 ty
Thank you Bob... I've been at this 7 hrs...you rock!
No you rock! Thanks for watching!!
If I get Chromecast I will definitely use it For Netflix and HBO Max 😁,
Great Video by The Way This video is very Helpful 👍
Hi thank you so much for this video on the chromecast 3rd generation as I live in London and it said to plug the chromecast into the plug socket and then into the back of the tv but then the chromecast hooked up to my WiFi but then my phone wouldn’t communicate with my tv, what madness and then I just watched this video and hey presto it’s working so thank you very much
You're so welcome!
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Very helpful. Bought mine today and watched this video now. I have been able to install it. Kudos 👍💃😁
Thank you so much for making this video you helped me out a lot
It was a maze in my mind trying to figure it out your video was very helpful
Thank you good sir. Got mine on black friday and this helped alot.
You like imagine dragons. I get the dragon vibes from your comment
@Ana arguello i dont think so
Do I need a actual separate WiFi box? Like Cox Cable or ATT or another phone with WiFi?
I just bought a chrome cast. This was helpful. I want to cast videos from my laptop. Will that work? Thank you.
You have to do it from a google chrome browser, but yes.
Helpful video. Will the video keep playing even if your screen turns off? And will it be able to stream from the lesser known streaming apps too?
Think I will purchase one of these.. Now I see it's so straight forward.. Cheers!
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Good helpful video. Many thanks. Your assistant is on the ball!
Mine is buffering on the part that says "Linking your Chromecast". I waited for about an hour. Still the same. I tried another cell phone but still doesn't work. The TV is showing the photo slides. Do I need to return this thing? Thanks for sharing.
I have the same issue
Thanks Bob, great and informative video. My question is: I have done away with my cell phone, I no longer have one. Can I still use the 3rd generation Chromecast on my TV? Or. does one NEED a cell phone to use the device. Thanks.
thank you so much for taking the time to make this video you’re an absolute gem! x
And you are a gem for watching! :)
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do you have a video about to set a google home mini.
i like too cast the chromecast with the home mini?
i have a toon thermostaat, do you know how to connect with my home mini
thank you.
well thanks for all of that......life just became so much less complicated. !
Very good video and presentation. Followed your video, and all is working. Thx for sharing.
Cheers
thanks for uploading. will save this for when i need it next week 😅
sir you are a big help....thank u very much with your step by step tutorial.. at last my chromecast was open n now i can watch NETFLIX n TH-cam.. again thank u very much GOD BLESS ...
Glad you got it! 👍
Great Video Guys and we loved the "Mini Me" at the end :)
Does any chormecast andy anycast has googleplay
I received a Gen3 Chrome Cast for a Christmas gift. I almost got it set up right . . . but now it's totally right, Thanks to you, Akka Bob.
Much appreciate the info and the video to back it up. ( PS/ I live in rural Tasmania, Australia. Can't WAIT to show my neighbours, in the back paddock. Struth !!)
That's awesome!! So glad it helped you!
Cool video and a handsome younger doppelganger you've got there. Thanks for the tips!
Dee fee fee??? ??
@@allahel4494 ???
I have a Sanyo and I’m not sure of the year of it. Is the chrome cast compatible with all flatscreen tv’s or just the new smarter tv’s? When I plug the device into my tv I don’t get the “get the app” selection on my tv.
Thank you so much for your help! I am an old-school moron when it comes to electronics LOL! ️ ️ Not anymore thanks to you! ☺️
Me and you both sister ✌🏼
@@michellewalton5453 lol
I cannot connect to my chromcast.. So sad
Pls stop saying lol
ur joking?
I’ve been trying to reload chromecast 2gen for the last three weeks. After many attempts the farthest it will go is the ready to cast screen and all the ad on apps. The only change that was made was a name change on the WiFi before that the chromecast worked fine any ideas? Oh the WiFi settings match 2 g to 2g hardly does any thing on 5G thanks. When you posted this following your video it took me only a few minutes to set!
Great instructions. Appreciate your info.
Thank you so much. I just moved and could not get it to connect so I deleted the device and followed your steps and it is working now.
awesome!
This was rly good ty the ending with ur kid was adorable XD
Thank you!!
Thanks for the spoiler
xD
The best and easiest way to install ! Thank you so much !
Thanks guys for this instructive vid. Shout out to the little angel at the end of it, getting involved in the whole process and requested/reminded us to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!👍 ✔️👏
Hi Bob: I have a smart TV in the basement with spotty wifi, have tried extenders, etc. with little improvement, but my laptop works good down there. Will Chromecast be a good option to improve watching Internet apps on the TV via the laptop?
I went thru the setup but it did'nt hook up with my internet wanted me to turn off certain things on my router but i don't have those options to do that on my router.
This was so helpful. Just a quick question, my new chromcast say below it ‘Chromcast1974’ but I saw yours was 2015, why is that so considering I bout it recently?
That’s not the year it’s like a serial number type thing
Thank you Awkward Bob and son, that was very helpful and clear.
Geeky looking kid is adorable 😇. Helpful vid. Thanks
Having background music makes things feel less awkward. Good video
Stupid question but I really need to know. Do i have t still get cable to pull in local channels? Thanks for this video!
yes you do still have to get cable. I personally would recommend a fire stick and to get cable through hulu. My parents use that option and they think it's a good replacement for tivo/dish/direct.
No question is stupid if the end goal is to learn :)
Simple and comprehensive
I love this video thanks for keeping it intelligent and easy to understand.
I plan to get one for Christmas! I would use it for TH-cam, etc
Hi great video. I read that chromecast can also turn on and off your tv. How is this done? Thanks
Great question. If your TV has a CEC setting you need to enable it... And the power source has the be plugged into the wall
Perfect explanation could mirror my phone easily, I wanted it to call my family on whatsapp. Is there a way to be able to have it on landscape ? while I call with whatsapp it comes in portrait and if I flip the phone it stays in portrait on the TV anyway !
This was awesome can I do this with the 3 scam my buddy tv?? It looks the exact same and I installed like you showed me but it’s not going to show up on google home right?
I'm not sure what that is, sorry
what is the 3 scam buddy TV?
I’m sorry want clear. I was scammed and purchased 3 “ TV buddy’s” that I can’t use 😢
@@TheHoustoncyn sell the TV Buddy and buy a chromecast, then this video will be worth it
Uh uh
Is it ok to use it via tv USB port all the time? Or should I just plug it in the wall outlet and leave it plugged in?
You nailed every detail. Thank you 😊
Excellent - first class. I did subscribe but as I don't use TH-cam. Thought I may be making a donation to you - you are worth it. Many thanks nevertheless.
Can you loop a TH-cam playlist with this?
Thanks will give it a go myself as I usually get my nephew to do these things !
Please reply to my question Bob
Thank you for taking the time to post this
Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Your video was a big help . One question though, what if the app you are trying to cast does not have the cast icon in the corner? Does that mean that the app is not compatible with Chromecast ??? Also , I have the Spectrum TV app on my phone and it does work somewhat, but the cast icon does not show up on the screen. Any suggestions??
"I am awkward Bob.."
*clicks subscribe immediately*
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Hi, I enjoyed how you explained clearly how to set up this device, however I do have a few questions before setting up this device. Hopefully you can help me out with them.
How many people(accounts) can use this device? in this home we have 2 laptops, 3 ipads, and 3 smart phones...can they all connect to this one device with their own account or is it only meant to be used by one device/account only? When you mentioned to type which room its in....does this mean that you can set it to different rooms for each tv? or do we need to get 2 more chromecast for the other 2 tvs in this house? Im not too tech savy Im an old beginner. If you can help me out with this it will be greatly appreciated. thanks
1. Anyone on your wifi network should be able to cast to this device. 2. Each tv has to have a chromecast. I have four so I name them specific to the room they're in so I can see where I'm casting . Hope that helps! (p.s. That's why I made this video... someone who wasn't tech savvy requested it. Glad it can help people!)
Google should pay you for this. Good job.
Thanks!!
what are your thoughts on the Chromecast Ultra 4k vs the 3rd Gen Chromecast? I'm hearing the ultra although older is still better. I want to cast a fitness app(iFit) from my google phone to the TV. I also recently purchased a 4k smart TV, but I have to pay extra$ to my cable company to get 4k quality(unless I am on Netflix or the like..)
Thanks, looking forward to this!
Very good Chromecast review thank you from my India
Thank you for the awesome video explanation. I know this video is from awhile ago, but I have one question. While casting, we can use the phone/tablet to do other things (as you mentioned). But can we watch another different TH-cam video on our device, while the chromecast is casting the original video we casted on TV? Thank you.
Omg he's adorable. Thanks for the help!
Is you blind?
Ok just watched 2 you tube videos on setting up chromecast on android phone and will admit it was pretty informative and things seemed to have went fairly smooth except for one small detail.not one time in either video was what was showing on their screen was actually what was showing on mine.nothing on my screen appeared on their screen.i didn't see the little clown figures jumping around doing little tricks saying looking for device.only message I get is "get the app"it stays there.im aware the problem is my own to deal with.im looking for instructions on how to setup chromecast on an android phone.sorry but I'm 69 years old and can remember directions and they came with everything you bought. Now if you buy a phone you have to also buy a book or manual showing you how to use it.i was looking on internet for manual when directed to the videos on you tube so safe to say I doubt I find the manual.thanks for listening
Thanks mate..good run through. I'll grab this for my caravan TV which is not a smart TV
Looking into this for Stadia, lolled at the name but man, you’re right, as a fellow awkward my friend you are awkward.
Good vid 😺
Always great to meet a member of the fam.
DEIVION212 same Here I’m exploring stadia
Will this help mirror an application that's not mentioned in the Chromecast box?
I’m not getting anything on my TV screen
Kathleen Carter Steeves check the channels
I’d like to hookup a chromcast device my mini projector to project patterns from Adobe on my laptop with Windows to avoid the need for a 15-20 foot HDMI cable. Is this possible, or is the chromcast specifics for an iOS device such as my iPhone? Thank You for the great video!
Would only work if you were casting from a chrome browser. Thank you for the kind words. :)
thanks man! God bless
Ok I have chromecast but I don’t know what version is but I think second gen. I do not have internet on my WiFi will it allow me to use it so I can cast from my phone to tv without me having to be on the same internet connection to WiFi I hope I haven’t confused you?