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How to disable Google Home and Chromecast casting notification?

simon — Sun, 08 Jan 2017 09:19:07 +0000

What is the Google Home and Chromecast casting notification? With the release of Google Home, the Google cast app was renamed as Google Home app. Now, Chromecast (including Chromecast Ultra), Chromecast Audio and Google Home are all managed by the same Google Home app. One of the new features in Google Home app (through Google Play […]

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How to use Ethernet Adapter for Chromecast?

simon — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 13:41:08 +0000

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 […]

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Chromecast 4th Gen (Chromecast with Google TV) is coming!

simon — Sun, 27 Sep 2020 10:02:26 +0000

Very likely, Google will reveal the 4th Gen of Chromecast on September 30, 2020. But the details of the Chromecast 4th Gen (aka Chromecast with Google TV, or Chromecast 2020) were leaked. A few retailers have released the product inadvertently. Google TV here simply means Google-branded Android TV (not the old Google TV). It is […]

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Chromecast Audio vs Bluetooth: advantages and disadvantages of Chromecast Audio

simon — Mon, 26 Oct 2015 09:06:46 +0000

When Chromecast Audio was announced, a lot of people wanted to know the advantages and disadvantages of Chromecast Audio vs Bluetooth. This is a natural question because Bluetooth speaker is readily available in all countries and regions. Most families have a few Bluetooth speakers, which may be given free when purchasing some expensive home appliances. Chromecast Audio […]

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How to use VLC media player on PC to stream music and video to Chromecast and Chromecast Audio?

simon — Sat, 24 Feb 2018 13:14:02 +0000

Chromecast support was finally introduced in VLC media player 3.0. So, you can now easily use VLC media player on PC to stream music and video to Chromecast and Chromecast Audio. This adds one more method to stream local media files to Chromecast and Chromecast Audio. Please note, Google Home, Google Hoem Mini, and Google […]

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Chromecast guest mode guide

simon — Fri, 02 Jan 2015 13:20:09 +0000

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 […]

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

simon — Fri, 12 Dec 2014 08:47:05 +0000

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. Android screen casting makes the TV your second screen! Essentially, Android screen […]

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A Comprehensive Guide to Enabling and Using the Android Debug Bridge (ADB) on Google TV Streamer and Chromecast with Google TV

simon — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:46:12 +0000

By enabling and connecting to a Google TV streamer (or Chromecast with Google TV, or other Android TV devices) via the Android Debug Bridge, you gain a level of control and customization that is otherwise inaccessible. The capabilities unlocked—including sideloading applications, removing unwanted system software, accessing the underlying file system, and executing powerful shell commands—transform […]

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How to use Chromecast backdrop to customize the TV screen?

simon — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 11:04:13 +0000

The chromecast backdrop feature was officially released early this month. Now, you can customize the TV screen when you are not casting content through Chromecast. This Chromecast guide explains everything you need to know about the Chromecast backdrop. What contents can be used for Chromecast backdrop? Essentially, Chromecast backdrop allows you to fill the TV screen with […]

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All About Chromecast: a community for Chromecast owners

simon — Sat, 28 Dec 2013 13:31:03 +0000

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 […]

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