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What’s new in the new Chromecast (Chromecast 2015)

The top 5 new features and improvements in the new Chromecast (Chromecast 2015): Chromecast Audio, new design, 802.11AC WiFi support and new antenna design, fast play and Chromecast gaming, and the updated Chromecast app.

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Update: Chromecast 2018 (3rd generation) is out. You may check this guide for new features in Chromecast 2018. Google just announced and released the 2nd generation of Chromecast on September 29, about 2 years after the initial release of Chromecast. You can order the new Chromecast through Google Store or Best Buy now. You may wonder what's new in the new Chromecast (Chromecast 2015), and whether you should update to the new Chromecast. In this post, I will share with you the top 5 new features and improvements of the new Chromecast (Chromecast 2015). Detailed how-to guides for … [Continue reading]

How to use Ethernet Adapter for Chromecast?

Who need the Ethernet adapter for Chromecast? and how to use Ethernet adapter for Chromecast to get better connections for your Chromecast

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If you are not aware of it, Google quietly released the $15 Ethernet adapter for Chromecast early this month.  You can get it from Google devices store for $15. This guide will show you how to use Ethernet adapter for Chromecast to get best connections for your Chromecast. Who need Ethernet Adapter for Chromecast? The Ethernet adapter is a lifesaver for those Chromecast owners: Who do not have a wireless router at home. Whose wireless signal is poor near the TV. Whose wireless signal quality is not good. Whose router is configured with AP isolation. Who are streaming very high … [Continue reading]

Google released $15 Ethernet Adapter for Chromecast

Ethernet Adapter for Chromecast will simply extend the lifespan and function of our Chromecast device.

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Update: a mini user guide is available on how to use Ethernet adapter for Chromecast. Google quietly released a $15 Ethernet adapter for Chromecast in July 8. The adapter will not only improve the network performance of Chromecast especially if your WiFi  network signal (strength and quality) is not so good, but also may introduce new usages for Chromecast. I will share with you why this $15 Ethernet adapter for Chromecast actually is a big thing for the e  . Will $15 Ethernet adapter for Chromecast drag you back to wired era? The  is supposed to be very simple to setup and simple … [Continue reading]

How to stream photos and videos on OneDrive to Chromecast?

You can stream photos and videos on OneDrive to Chromecast with the latest Onedrive for Android app.

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In the latest update (June 27) for Microsoft OneDrive for Android, Chromecast support is added. This means you can stream photos and videos on OneDrive to Chromecast. This is a compliment to streaming local media files as detailed in this guide, as more and more Chromecast owners save contents in the cloud. The current limitations of Google Photos For Android users, the most popular cloud photo storage is probably Google Photos, which was recently revamped with many nice features (e.g., unlimited storage). However, Google photos for Android does NOT support Chromecast currently. FYI, … [Continue reading]

How to use Chromecast on Amazon Fire tablets (Fire HD, Fire HDX and Kindle Fire HDX)

Enjoy Chromecast on Amazon Fire tablets!

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Update (2016/02): Android screen mirroring works on Fire tablet 5th generation For Fire tablet 5th generation ONLY (you can check yours in Settings-- Device options--Device model), you can also use screen cast for Chromecast (Android screen mirroring).  You can run Play store and update Play services.  Please follow this guide to run one ADB command. For all previous generations of Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Fire HDX tablets, you cannot run Google Play store app. Screencast does not work either. If Chromecast does not work after install the 4 APKs, you can try the latest … [Continue reading]

A Guide to Chromecast Offers

How to check and claim Chromecast offers? What's Chromecast promotional offers? This guide gives you the answer.

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Many Chromecast owners wasted free Chromecast offers for them, are you one of them? For most companies, you can only get some special offers or gifts when buying their product.  After paying them, you seldom get free offers from them unless you upgrade or buy a new one again. Google is really different. Google gives  owners offers after offers, including existing owners. All these Chromecast offers are offered free from Google. Some of them are just like cash rebate e.g.,  Google Play Store credit,  which you can use for apps, music, TV or movies. Some are free movies.  Of course, some … [Continue reading]

Chromecast VS Amazon Fire TV stick: which one is for you?

A buyer's guide on whether you should get Chromecast or Amazon Fire TV stick

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When considering to buy a streaming device for the TV, a lot of people may have a hard time to decide between and . Both gadgets share the similar form factor, share the similar price (less than $40). Both are from reputable tech companies. It is usually not helpful to read reviews for these two products. It is all about your needs: what do you want to do with the HDMI Stick? This guide will try to help you decide which one is suitable for YOU: Chromecast or Amazon Fire TV Stick? I have no intention (possible?) to make judgment on which one is better, because the better one is not … [Continue reading]

Chromecast guest mode guide

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What is Chromecast guest mode? When will you need it? By default, the only way to use Chromecast is by joining your device to the same network as Chromecast. This is part of the security consideration: you don't want your neighbor to mess up your TV screen. Sometimes, you have some guests in house and they want to share something interesting from their devices through Chromecast. In this case, you have to connect their devices to your network to use the Chromecast. If you have some sensitive files in your home network, you probably are reluctant to have them connected to your … [Continue reading]

Android screen casting for Chromecast is now supported on all Android devices with KitKat 4.4.2 or later

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Android screen casting makes the TV your second screen! The latest Chromecast app (1.9.6) update brought  Android screen casting (screen mirroring), one of the most anticipated features of Chromecast, to all Android devices with Android KitKat 4.4.2 or later. If you are new to this feature, you may refer to this post. Essentially, Android screen casting (screen mirroring) through Chromecast will make your TV the second screen of your Android devices. You can enjoy videos, games, music, and everything on the TV with Android screen casting through Chromecast. Anything displayed on … [Continue reading]

How to use Chromecast backdrop to customize the TV screen?

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Chromecast backdrop feature was officially released early this month. Now you can customize the TV screen when you are not casting contents through Chromecast. What contents can be used for Chromecast backdrop? Essentially, Chromecast backdrop allows you to fill the TV screen with the following contents: Your photo albums (private or public) in Google+. You can enable or disable albums one by one. Artwork from galleries and museums around the world via the Google Cultural Institute. News and lifestyle images from The New York Times, The Guardian, Saveur and other provides. This … [Continue reading]