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    • How to Chromecast Amazon Prime Video to your TV?
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    • Comparison of 5 methods for streaming local media files to Chromecast
      • How to stream local video to Chromecast?
      • How to use Chromecast to share desktop screen (and audio) to TV?
      • How to use Plex media server to stream local media to Chromecast (from your PC)
      • How to use Videostream extension to stream local videos for Chromecast?
      • How to launch Videostream (and other Chrome apps as well)?
      • How to use Android app to stream local media files to Chromecast?
      • How to use Android screen mirroring with Chromecast
    • Chromecast VS Miracast: everything you need know about Chromecast, wireless display and screen mirroring
      • Chromecast VS Amazon Fire TV stick: which one is for you?
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      • How to rename Chromecast?
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      • How to use Chromecast backdrop to customize the TV screen?
      • How to use Chromecast guest mode?
      • How to check and claim Chromecast offers?
    • How to use Chromecast on Amazon Fire tablets (Fire HD, Fire HDX and Kindle Fire HDX)
    • How to stream photos and videos on OneDrive to Chromecast?
    • How to use the new Chromecast app?
    • Chromecast Preview Program: Everything you need to know
    • How to play games on Chromecast from mobile devices (Android and iOS)?
    • How to use Ethernet Adapter for Chromecast?
    • How to disable Google Home and Chromecast casting notification?
  • Chromecast Audio
    • Chromecast vs Chromecast Audio: which one is for you?
    • How to use Chromecast to stream music to dumb speakers (as Chromecast Audio does)?
    • How to setup Chromecast Audio?
    • How to use Chromecast Audio to stream music? and how to control Chromecast Audio?
    • Meaning of Chromecast Audio LED colors
    • What are the 3 compatible audio cables for Chromecast Audio? and why it matters?
    • Chromecast Audio vs Bluetooth
    • What are supported systems for Chromecast Audio companion device?
    • How to factory data reset Chromecast Audio?
    • How to use Chromecast Audio multi-room group playback?
  • Chromecast 101
    • Chromecast 4th Gen (Chromecast with Google TV) is coming!
    • What’s new in Chromecast 2018 (3rd gen of Chromecast)?
    • Chromecast Ultra vs Chromecast 2nd Gen
    • What’s new in the new Chromecast (Chromecast 2015)
    • Google released $15 Ethernet Adapter for Chromecast
    • Chromecast Preview Program: Everything you need to know
    • A Guide to Chromecast Offers
    • Chromecast VS Amazon Fire TV stick: which one is for you?
    • Chromecast VS Miracast: everything you need know about Chromecast, wireless display and screen mirroring

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.

By simon 12 Comments

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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 … [Continue reading] about How to stream photos and videos on OneDrive to Chromecast?

Filed Under: Chromecast news, Chromecast tips and tricks, Uncategorized

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

Enjoy Chromecast on Amazon Fire tablets!

By simon 137 Comments

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Update (August 2019): an updated guide on install Google Play store and apps from Play Store on Amazon Fire tablet If you are using an Amazon Fire tablet from 5th gen to the current model (8th gen), it is now easier to install Google Play Store on the Fire tablet. Please check this updated guide on how to install Google Play Store on Fire tablet. Update (July 2019): Amazon Prime Video app now … [Continue reading] about How to use Chromecast on Amazon Fire tablets (Fire HD, Fire HDX and Kindle Fire HDX)

Filed Under: Chromecast news, Chromecast tips and tricks Tagged With: Amazon Prime Video, Fire tablet, Google Home, Google Play Store, screen casting, screen mirroring

A Guide to Chromecast Offers

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

By simon 2 Comments

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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 … [Continue reading] about A Guide to Chromecast Offers

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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

By simon 4 Comments

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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 Chromecast and Amazon Fire TV Stick. Both gadgets share a similar form factor, share a 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 … [Continue reading] about Chromecast VS Amazon Fire TV stick: which one is for you?

Filed Under: Chromecast news, Chromecast tips and tricks Tagged With: Amazon Prime Video, Android, chromecast, desktop sharing, Fire TV, Fire TV stick, screen mirroring

Chromecast guest mode guide

By simon 12 Comments

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Chromecast guest mode allows your guests to cast to Chromecast without connecting to your WiFi network. This Chromecast guide explains everything you need to know about the Chromecast guest mode: what the guest mode is, how it works, how to enable or disable it, how to cast in the guest mode, and the limitations of the guest mode. What is Chromecast guest mode? When will you need it? By … [Continue reading] about Chromecast guest mode guide

Filed Under: Chromecast news, Chromecast tips and tricks Tagged With: Android, chromecast, gust mode, screen mirroring

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

By simon 100 Comments

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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 … [Continue reading] about Android screen casting for Chromecast is now supported on all Android devices with KitKat 4.4.2 or later

Filed Under: Chromecast news, Chromecast tips and tricks Tagged With: Chromecat, screen casting, screen mirroring

How to use Chromecast backdrop to customize the TV screen?

By simon 10 Comments

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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 … [Continue reading] about How to use Chromecast backdrop to customize the TV screen?

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Screen mirroring with Chromecast

By simon 229 Comments

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Update: with Chromecast app update to 1.9.6, Android screen casting (screen mirroring) is available in ALL Android devices with Android KitKat 4.4.2 or later versions.  Screen mirroring with Chromecast Arrives: cast your Android screen without relying on apps As announced  in Google I/O 2014, Chromecast would get some nice update and new features. We will discuss these new features in later … [Continue reading] about Screen mirroring with Chromecast

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How to use Plex media server to stream local media to Chromecast (from your PC)

By simon 148 Comments

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Why do we need one more solution (robust and free) of streaming local media to Chromecast? To stream local media to Chromecast is not as simple as many expected. Google intends to make Chromecast an internet thing, not a local media player. If you used Chromecast for online streaming, you probably are very happy with this $35 device. It works with more and more services, and the online … [Continue reading] about How to use Plex media server to stream local media to Chromecast (from your PC)

Filed Under: Chromecast tips and tricks Tagged With: chromecast, library, local content, Plex, Plex media server, plex web app, video

Chromecast VS Miracast: everything you need know about Chromecast, wireless display and screen mirroring

By simon 164 Comments

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Update 1: Android screen mirroring through Chromecast is available! Please read this post for details. Chromecast was hailed by Time Magazine as the most innovative gadget in 2013.  This affordable HDMI dongle changes the way people consume contents, especially online video and music. Most people now have multiple screens: smartphones ( normally 3.5-7"), tablets (normally 7-12.2"), laptops … [Continue reading] about Chromecast VS Miracast: everything you need know about Chromecast, wireless display and screen mirroring

Filed Under: Chromecast news, Chromecast tips and tricks Tagged With: AllCast, Amazon Prime Video, app, chrome, chromecast, Chromecast Ultra, google cast sdk, Google Home, local content, miracast, Plex, screen mirroring, Videostream for Chromecast, VLC for Android, VLC media player, wireless display

Google Cast SDK opens door to public: more apps will work with Chromecast

By simon 2 Comments

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Chromecast is one of the most innovative gadgets in 2013.  It makes it easy to enjoy contents in a large screen at an affordable price of $35. But what holds most enthusiasts from ordering the device is that only limited apps are supported before the Google Cast SDK  is open to public. Only selected partners (e.g., Hulu, HBO, Plex...) are allowed to release apps with Chrome cast support. The … [Continue reading] about Google Cast SDK opens door to public: more apps will work with Chromecast

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All About Chromecast: a community for Chromecast owners

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Although  the Chromecast is simple to setup and simple to use, you may encounter this issue or that issue.  Google's support is robotic. So, we decided to start a new community for Chromecast owners and enthusiasms. AllAboutChromecast.com will cover Chromecast news and updates. You will get the latest info on Chromecast. Chromecast how-to guide section will teach you everything on using … [Continue reading] about All About Chromecast: a community for Chromecast owners

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