The original ChromeCast was 29 euros and an absolute no-brainer The second added a remote, and the ability to run native apps. At 49 euros for the HD version, it was less of an instant-buy, but still a fun gadget for the money. And now its 2024.. And the discontinued the stick-Chromecast and launched a setup box at 119 euros. Like.. who was asking for this..?
The thing is, which I think some tech TH-camr pointed out, every new TV has some kind of smart TV integrated into it. So there's no need in buying a 30$ accessorie that does the same thing as your TV. Not faster but slower. So there's target the audience that want the fastest smart TV experience. And that does cost more than a small TV stick. So it kinda makes sense
That's what I call money wisdom! The initial product is just market testing material. Once they hit the jackpot, then they finally decide to make it fancy. Just my two cents from my wild brain! 😄
@@sirvanzwouldn’t all the various Chromecasts from the past decade count as the testing phase? This was anticipated to be a much more substantial machine
the two improvements are the remote and 32GB of storage. the latter is what matters to me. The remote is still too basic, I think (I want shuttle controls too).
Like the iPhone 14 used the 13s processor? And the following year for 15s? Seems they cut that shit out for this year's releases over at Apple. They must have had a lot of leftovers, but recycling is smart I suppose if you can't rework it to make it a newer chip. All I know is SOC technology is not my forte. I just know what's released. Now I'm going to finish this video and see old hardware you speak of.
I have 3 of the Chromecast HD, one for each of my TVs in the home. I have had them basically since day 1, I have been a big fan of the Chromecast and have had every variation. Honestly I do not mind the $99 price tag for an upgrade. I can tell you after owning one for about two weeks, its much faster than the old Chromecast devices. Nothing has changed with my wifi or internet setup and the moment I hooked up the new Google TV Streamer it instantly was much faster. All of the apps open almost instantly, streaming is much faster. When I would watch HBO Max everything I watched would stream in low quality until it buffered enough. Not anymore it just plays full 4K right when I start the stream. I have no complaints, literally nothing to complain about. Can you get better? sure... people still are into the Nvidia shield thing, but its like $250 and never goes on sale, and its like 6 years old now?
@@Shivam-sk5qi when they do those sales, they're usually everywhere, like Google Store, Amazon, Best Buy, etc. but you have to wait until Black Friday gets closem
My dongle needs frequent reboots (I suspect the problem is the hub that I use to get an Ethernet connection to the puck). I'm hoping the new Streamer will fix that.
I have paired the remote from the Chromecast to my streamer, because there is no affordable case available for it yet, ans I like the side volume buttons too 😅
For me, the Google Streamer is less practical than the Chromecast with Google TV. The advantage of the Chromecast with Google TV is that you can easily plug it to a TV and carry it with you anywhere. When you travel, for example, you can take it along with all your pre-configured apps, even your own launcher. And when you're on the go, you can plug it into a hotel TV, at a friend's place, or anywhere else. Plus, if you set it up with a VPN and local TV apps, you can access your home country's TV from anywhere in the world. By the way it is possible to connect a USB-C HUB to the Chromecast with Google TV, I do it, I even add a flashdrive for more memory and 2 Wi-Fi dongles for snes controllers and turn it into a full emulator console. For me in terms of versatility, I find the design of the Google Streamer less appealing compared to the dongle or concept design Google used before.
Same here that's why I won't be upgrading to the new streamer it's so much bigger and not practical for traving like wtf I wanted just a upgraded version of the dougle google chromecast. I love the size of the chromecast I take it everywhere with me
The one I'm using is the HUBEE PLUS: 100W USB-C Mobile Station by Urban Factory, a professional multi-stream transport hub. It was provided by my company with a laptop they gave me. However, you might find a more affordable alternative on Chinese websites.
My Chromecast 4k wifi seemed to be going out a few weeks ago, randomly disconnecting about once a day. I was just going to get an ethernet adapter for it, but the Streamer seemed worth it. Annoying that they don't include an HDMI 2.1 cable though, especially at $99.
For those expecting deinterlacing of OTA interlaced streams from HDHomeRun etc, you will need to stick with Chromecast HD/4K. In summary Chromecast HD/4K has support for interlaced video, Google TV Streamer does not.
think its a cool concept but its a bit lacking: it doesnt have auracast which is the main thing i would want from a upgrade, it doesn't support tap to cast which would make sense given the new design, otherwise i think its good but idk if its enough to upgrade to
Great review The Google TV Streamer is not worth "the upgrade". WTH is Google thinking with this weak HW and high price I'll be keeping my Chromecast HD 4K and perhaps later upgrade to an apple tv or something better
WiFi 5? I still don't see why I should upgrade from my 4k Chromecast for £100. Same set up as a fire stick from 2021... It's 2024, should at least have WiFi 6E and much more for that price
I'm not sure if I've seen anyone yet compare this to the Walmart ONN Chromecast streamer. I know that particular device is mainly available in the US but as an alternative to the first party Google Streamer, it looks to be one of the best available and costs almost half what the Streamer costs.
I share a summer house with another family. Can we have two different profiles and each profile have their own (different) streaming services accounts? For example, my family our own Netflix account under our profile and the other family their own Netflix account under their profile? That way we won’t have to login and log out of every service anytime one of the two families uses it.
Does the remote works with infrared or radio waves? I was thinking of hiding it somewhere, but if it needs to "see" the remote , it will be impossible to hide it
For $99 I’d just invest in another Apple TV 4K and stick with my original chromecast. There are a couple things I do like about the chromecast although I rarely use it
i recently realized my chromecast ultra, that ive been using this whole time, displays terrible quality for TH-cam and Netflix. the built-in apps on my samsung TV are much more clearer. idk why it would be low res tho. i thought the chromecast ultra 4k was the best one.
I have a tcl tv with google os software. It’s definitely better than the streamer. Bought the streamer because of the home integration but now all devices are getting that feature. So I’m returning it not worth $100 bucks.
In the last iteration of Google devices and phones, Google gets to the level of Apples. Just in price but nowhere near in performance and specs. I skip this generation. No pixel 9, no buds pro 2, no steamer. Common, you were always old and slow but cheaper. Now old versions of things and as expensive or even more expensive? That's not a pricing model that works. As you mentioned: there is cheaper and better.
I've found how to able Google Home on the Chromecast 4k: first restart the device on secure mode, then go to the configuration wheel and you'll see the Google Home tile. Press save button and restart as always. (10/2024) 👋👋 From 🇦🇷🇦🇷
The streamer is more problematic than the previous iterations. Had it for two days trying out 3 different HDMI cables (as this version doesn't come with any) and cannot get any sound out of it just the picture. The soundbar doesn't want to know it at all. Disappointing for such an expensive supposed upgrade. At the price they're expecting ($160 in Australia) you'd think they could have included a compatible HDMI cable. The controller isn't as silky as earlier versions either..not impressed at all so far. Also doesn't play all my apps like my previous chromecast HD version such as Kayo Sports (device not compatible with current app message etc.). Back to old version for the time being where the only problem was a bit of wifi dropout but otherwise it was great.
The only upgrade here is the remote. If I can buy that and use it with my last gen 4K Chromecast, I'd be happy. Otherwise, this is a downgrade. I don't want more junk on my tv stand.
I've no idea why I would replace my Chromecast with this when I could spend £99 on just about anything else. It's like a nothing upgrade. My Chromecast is for TH-cam and Netflix primarily. I don't see any new features that would draw my attention.
Well ~ this is rubbish product. I just wonder WHY Google kill the SDK and NOT use Tensor SoC inside!? Bring more powerful functions !!! It just follow Apple TV do …. Google have to have forget Android TV market … SamSung and Sony do really really BAD products !!!!
The original ChromeCast was 29 euros and an absolute no-brainer
The second added a remote, and the ability to run native apps. At 49 euros for the HD version, it was less of an instant-buy, but still a fun gadget for the money.
And now its 2024.. And the discontinued the stick-Chromecast and launched a setup box at 119 euros. Like.. who was asking for this..?
The Chromecast with remote is the fourth generation, before this one there were three others, not Just one.
The thing is, which I think some tech TH-camr pointed out, every new TV has some kind of smart TV integrated into it. So there's no need in buying a 30$ accessorie that does the same thing as your TV. Not faster but slower. So there's target the audience that want the fastest smart TV experience. And that does cost more than a small TV stick. So it kinda makes sense
I like the new design, it's like a home decoration. I just don't see myself buying it for $100.
In my country is 190 xd
Google is now putting old hardware in new devices it sucks
That's what I call money wisdom! The initial product is just market testing material. Once they hit the jackpot, then they finally decide to make it fancy. Just my two cents from my wild brain! 😄
Wish they put Google tensor in it
@@sirvanzwouldn’t all the various Chromecasts from the past decade count as the testing phase? This was anticipated to be a much more substantial machine
the two improvements are the remote and 32GB of storage. the latter is what matters to me. The remote is still too basic, I think (I want shuttle controls too).
Like the iPhone 14 used the 13s processor? And the following year for 15s? Seems they cut that shit out for this year's releases over at Apple. They must have had a lot of leftovers, but recycling is smart I suppose if you can't rework it to make it a newer chip. All I know is SOC technology is not my forte. I just know what's released. Now I'm going to finish this video and see old hardware you speak of.
I have 3 of the Chromecast HD, one for each of my TVs in the home. I have had them basically since day 1, I have been a big fan of the Chromecast and have had every variation. Honestly I do not mind the $99 price tag for an upgrade. I can tell you after owning one for about two weeks, its much faster than the old Chromecast devices. Nothing has changed with my wifi or internet setup and the moment I hooked up the new Google TV Streamer it instantly was much faster. All of the apps open almost instantly, streaming is much faster. When I would watch HBO Max everything I watched would stream in low quality until it buffered enough. Not anymore it just plays full 4K right when I start the stream. I have no complaints, literally nothing to complain about. Can you get better? sure... people still are into the Nvidia shield thing, but its like $250 and never goes on sale, and its like 6 years old now?
I´ll just wait for the inevitable $69 Black Friday sale.
Which website can I get this from?
@@Shivam-sk5qi when they do those sales, they're usually everywhere, like Google Store, Amazon, Best Buy, etc. but you have to wait until Black Friday gets closem
@@Shivam-sk5qi probably from amazon.
Sad to say it didn't happen. No black Friday deal for this device on either Amazon or the Google store.
@chiPersei yeah, I saw
I don't see the point of the new streamer. I like the Chromecast TV dongle remote with the volume on the side.
My dongle needs frequent reboots (I suspect the problem is the hub that I use to get an Ethernet connection to the puck). I'm hoping the new Streamer will fix that.
I have paired the remote from the Chromecast to my streamer, because there is no affordable case available for it yet, ans I like the side volume buttons too 😅
Storage
This should be $79 at most
stop crying for 20 dollars, broke boy
@@d3vd4show’s Kurt?
For me, the Google Streamer is less practical than the Chromecast with Google TV. The advantage of the Chromecast with Google TV is that you can easily plug it to a TV and carry it with you anywhere. When you travel, for example, you can take it along with all your pre-configured apps, even your own launcher. And when you're on the go, you can plug it into a hotel TV, at a friend's place, or anywhere else. Plus, if you set it up with a VPN and local TV apps, you can access your home country's TV from anywhere in the world. By the way it is possible to connect a USB-C HUB to the Chromecast with Google TV, I do it, I even add a flashdrive for more memory and 2 Wi-Fi dongles for snes controllers and turn it into a full emulator console. For me in terms of versatility, I find the design of the Google Streamer less appealing compared to the dongle or concept design Google used before.
Same here that's why I won't be upgrading to the new streamer it's so much bigger and not practical for traving like wtf I wanted just a upgraded version of the dougle google chromecast. I love the size of the chromecast I take it everywhere with me
Can you give the name of the hub , i am planning to get one
The one I'm using is the HUBEE PLUS: 100W USB-C Mobile Station by Urban Factory, a professional multi-stream transport hub. It was provided by my company with a laptop they gave me. However, you might find a more affordable alternative on Chinese websites.
My Chromecast 4k wifi seemed to be going out a few weeks ago, randomly disconnecting about once a day. I was just going to get an ethernet adapter for it, but the Streamer seemed worth it. Annoying that they don't include an HDMI 2.1 cable though, especially at $99.
Could be electrical interference. Mine was doing this, turns out the power cable was touching another cord, moved it and haven't had the problem since
Possible, I'll try it on another TV. There are 7+ devices plugged in in the same spot there@@mud7950
Lack of pass through makes it a no for me. They’re so incredibly close. Seems like nobody is interested in making the be all end all stream box
What's it called? Planned obsolescence?
Nvidia shield
@@nikolap755 No AV1 and less RAM. Struggles with multitasking on recent android versions.
This is a tough sell in the UK at the moment
No iPlayer
No Channel 4
No centralised way to stream live TV
A comparison with a Nvidia shield tv pro would be great. Performance specially, but also on the ai upscale and os feature differences.
what is the point?? this thing is barely uplift over Chromecast 4k.. while shield tv pro is in a league of its own..
@@wadanicabdi Isnt the Shield about 2+ times more expensive though?
@@orepoutanes so? didn't the person above was talking about comparing it with the shield
I may get it as I don't have any Apple products and noticed the Apple TV app on there and have been wanting to watch their streaming shows and movies.
The Onn 4K Pro on Black Friday will be a much more pulverizing value, especially if the new features of the Streamer don’t matter to you.
Can’t believe Google released the Streamer with no HDMI audio pass through support 🤦🏾♂️.
That does suck. I'm looking at the Zidoo Z9X (for 2x the price) 😢
What is that
same ads generator i still have a modded firestick 4k imma stick to that for many years
Firesticks sucks
Another type c ports would have been nice.
Can you still cast stuff from your phone, like your own photos and videos?
Yes
For those expecting deinterlacing of OTA interlaced streams from HDHomeRun etc, you will need to stick with Chromecast HD/4K. In summary Chromecast HD/4K has support for interlaced video, Google TV Streamer does not.
I just replaced my 2nd generation Chromecast with the 4k version and its a definitive improvement !
How did you forget to mention one of the biggest upgrades? Atmos support
think its a cool concept but its a bit lacking: it doesnt have auracast which is the main thing i would want from a upgrade, it doesn't support tap to cast which would make sense given the new design, otherwise i think its good but idk if its enough to upgrade to
Great review
The Google TV Streamer is not worth "the upgrade". WTH is Google thinking with this weak HW and high price
I'll be keeping my Chromecast HD 4K and perhaps later upgrade to an apple tv or something better
The YT Music full of DnB. 🔥 I love it. 😁
WiFi 5? I still don't see why I should upgrade from my 4k Chromecast for £100. Same set up as a fire stick from 2021... It's 2024, should at least have WiFi 6E and much more for that price
still love the chromecast as someone who travels a lot, easier to bring the chromecast during my travels.
I'm not sure if I've seen anyone yet compare this to the Walmart ONN Chromecast streamer. I know that particular device is mainly available in the US but as an alternative to the first party Google Streamer, it looks to be one of the best available and costs almost half what the Streamer costs.
Tough sell Google...The bare minimum "upgrades". Happy with my Google TV 4K dongle although I never really use it.
Does this have the UK Channel 4 on demand app?
I share a summer house with another family. Can we have two different profiles and each profile have their own (different) streaming services accounts? For example, my family our own Netflix account under our profile and the other family their own Netflix account under their profile? That way we won’t have to login and log out of every service anytime one of the two families uses it.
Nothing is different, the Streamer has a faster interface so you can zip though the settings to see why your audio and video aren't working properly
Hi
Does the Google tv streamer have the now tv app?
I have one and yes it does
I still use the original chromecast and I love it, but it did just lost netflix compatibility.
I just bought the chromecast 4k snow its amazing and i love it 😀
The google products are great ❤
If i need a Matter Smart Home Hub with Thread, I will go with the Google TV Streamer 💯
what I dislike about the remote for the google streamer that ther is no source button unless you want the starbutton for that
Why wouldn't they put the “find remote” button on the top or front? Madness!
Does the remote works with infrared or radio waves? I was thinking of hiding it somewhere, but if it needs to "see" the remote , it will be impossible to hide it
I think it's Bluetooth
For $99 I’d just invest in another Apple TV 4K and stick with my original chromecast. There are a couple things I do like about the chromecast although I rarely use it
Still using the Ultra 4k unit and don't need a remote. I love the no remote lifestyle.
buy a multiple remote case (i have one and it's very nice!!!)
Exactly I like not using a remote. Chromecasting everything is so much easier I love it
@@MaxwellDenton same here. Two Chromecast ultras, one hooked into the built in Ethernet port it came with. I don't know what buffering is LOL
I mean yeah, it could be more powerful. But, every name brand product that is, is also considerably more expensive.
does anyone know if the bootloader can be unlocked? if so do you think there will be custom roms soon?
Don't think so, the chromecast ones have always had their bootloaders completely locked.
The hardware HAS NOT CHANGED.
i recently realized my chromecast ultra, that ive been using this whole time, displays terrible quality for TH-cam and Netflix.
the built-in apps on my samsung TV are much more clearer.
idk why it would be low res tho.
i thought the chromecast ultra 4k was the best one.
I have a tcl tv with google os software. It’s definitely better than the streamer. Bought the streamer because of the home integration but now all devices are getting that feature. So I’m returning it not worth $100 bucks.
With that price, just get an apple tv 4k.
+1
no one asked for apple tv
Is it possible to use apple airplay on Google TV streamer?
You can plug a USBC dongle a Chromecast and use spare USB C, Ethernet, USB A...
If it had maybe a usb port on the back I'd go for it.
Elsewhere - Homatics 4k ✅
In the last iteration of Google devices and phones, Google gets to the level of Apples. Just in price but nowhere near in performance and specs. I skip this generation. No pixel 9, no buds pro 2, no steamer.
Common, you were always old and slow but cheaper. Now old versions of things and as expensive or even more expensive?
That's not a pricing model that works. As you mentioned: there is cheaper and better.
still lacking an external usb port😒
Lo compre porque Google me dió $200 por comprar el pixel 9 pro veremos cómo irá al menos fue gratis por así decirlo 😅
I've found how to able Google Home on the Chromecast 4k: first restart the device on secure mode, then go to the configuration wheel and you'll see the Google Home tile. Press save button and restart as always. (10/2024)
👋👋 From 🇦🇷🇦🇷
The streamer is more problematic than the previous iterations. Had it for two days trying out 3 different HDMI cables (as this version doesn't come with any) and cannot get any sound out of it just the picture. The soundbar doesn't want to know it at all. Disappointing for such an expensive supposed upgrade. At the price they're expecting ($160 in Australia) you'd think they could have included a compatible HDMI cable. The controller isn't as silky as earlier versions either..not impressed at all so far. Also doesn't play all my apps like my previous chromecast HD version such as Kayo Sports (device not compatible with current app message etc.). Back to old version for the time being where the only problem was a bit of wifi dropout but otherwise it was great.
The only upgrade here is the remote. If I can buy that and use it with my last gen 4K Chromecast, I'd be happy. Otherwise, this is a downgrade. I don't want more junk on my tv stand.
you can. it´s $20
The remote sold separate I think I'm going to get one too
I love my Chromecast, but I will not being buying one of these..... there is no reason to upgrade.
Should have put a wireless charger on top…. and included wireless charging to the remote
NowTV is only HD. I'm returning this today.
No
I like my Chromecast 4K but hardly use it
$99??? in Romania the google streamer tv starts at 200 euros and up
I just want the new gen nest audios
I've no idea why I would replace my Chromecast with this when I could spend £99 on just about anything else.
It's like a nothing upgrade. My Chromecast is for TH-cam and Netflix primarily. I don't see any new features that would draw my attention.
No BBC i player and channel 4 app I'll stick to my Chromecast 4K😊
I had big hope with this lunch of Google streaming device. Once again amazon fire tv 4k remains the king of streaming market
They couldn't have put a better chip than that in it?
So does it do local control of smart home?!!?
If it can not control home with no internet, there is no reason to buy it...
Lag is unacceptable on a TV streamer. Just get an Apple TV instead...
The Apple TV had the specs of the latest iPhone at the time, wth is this? :’)
Ok but for the price? I might as well buy an Apple TV and not have ads all over the home screen
This is my first Google TV Streamer device
Welcome to the club!
Eh Ima skip unless mine stops getting updates
Just buy an Apple TV if you’re going to pay this much for a streamer
Massive own goal totally not worth a wpdate
How disappointing
So effectively You're just paying for the new design as performance upgrade is minimal
$49 for onn pro .. sorry Google hard pass.. lll stick to my good ole Nvidia Shield
Disappointed!!!
No free tv antenna input 👎🏼
Just stick with chromecast
Sounds like a dud, especially at 99 usd
Well ~ this is rubbish product. I just wonder WHY Google kill the SDK and NOT use Tensor SoC inside!? Bring more powerful functions !!! It just follow Apple TV do …. Google have to have forget Android TV market … SamSung and Sony do really really BAD products !!!!
First
Just get apple tv
Oh
But what if they dont want apple tv
@@ariothegamer5its way more powerful more ram and 2x the storage, can play games, no ads, $30 more
@@adrian40671 true
@@adrian40671 yea but what if people want something else
The hardware sucks in the Streamer. 🤦♂️
Probably better & faster than my 4 year old Philips tv.
They really need to make a bigger remote option. The thing is so shit. Love google, but the remote is so bad.