New chromecast with google tv11/21/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() Considering the original model isn’t exactly a beacon of speed, that could be a problem. ![]() One of the potentially less clear cost-cutting measures is the performance.Ĭompared to the original model, the Chromecast with Google TV (HD) felt sluggish right out of the box. However, these are known limitations that help to lower the cost. There’s also no Dolby Vision support either, unlike the original. As the name suggests, this model is already limited in the sense that it doesn’t support 4K, unlike the original. Where there is some cause for concern is in the general performance. For those new to the operating system, it does take a little getting used to, but quickly becomes useful. Google Assistant on Chromecast with Google TV HDĪll in all, for anyone familiar with Google TV, or Android TV for that matter, the Chromecast with Google TV (HD) will feel extremely familiar. The Google Assistant can, among other things, help to find movies or shows to watch by searching for genres or generic words, answer some questions, or help access various settings. For those that want to prioritize certain apps over others, the default visible apps can be customized by heading to the Apps section and rearranging the order as needed.Īs to be expected with a Google product, the Google Assistant comes pre-loaded and ready to use on the Chromecast with Google TV HD. Google TV focuses more on content than appsĪlthough some apps are visible on the home screen, just as many are buried in the dedicated Apps section. This in itself is the big selling point with Google TV, as it is a lot more focused on actual movies and shows, with apps taking more of a back seat. Outside of these tabs, the home screen is mostly made up of shows and movies that Google thinks the viewer might be interested in watching, and these are typically broken down by genre rather than app. There’s also a Watchlist section which houses all the videos that the user has bookmarked to watch later, and a Live section that can be synced with select live TV streaming services to display a live TV guide. The home screen makes it easy enough to navigate to specific categories for Movies, Shows, and Apps. Google TV itself is the evolution of Android TV and offers a more personalized approach to content discovery. Chromecast with Google TV HD’s ‘For You’ section Google TV doesn’t really leave much room for negotiating the experience, so those already using this operating system will feel right at home when switching to the Chromecast with Google TV HD. Unsurprisingly, the Chromecast with Google TV (HD) works and feels very much like the Chromecast with Google TV (4K). Chromecast with Google TV HD (white) and 4K (blue) remotesĪgain, not a major criticism, but the lack of choice is a compromise nonetheless. While not necessarily an issue with the player, considering it mostly hidden behind the TV, the remote just looks too bland when compared to the Sky (blue) and Sunrise (pink) colors. Personally, Snow is the most boring and the lack of color choices does take away from the typical Google hardware experience. The Chromecast with Google TV (HD) is only available to buy from the Google Store (and elsewhere) in Snow (white) which is a downgrade compared to the three colors the original model can be purchased in. More specifically, the lack of color choices. ![]() One design choice that is different is the color. I’ve been using the original 4K model since it became available and without any signs of wear and tear. While this does result in the device dangling somewhat, there shouldn’t be any issues with durability over the long term. Instead, the connector is directly attached to the player and the device itself is what plugs into the TV. Chromecast with Google TV HD (white) and 4K (blue)įor those unfamiliar with the original, the Chromecast with Google TV is an HDMI device but without a separate HDMI lead. The overall result being a unit that looks, weighs, and pretty much is exactly the same. Google has taken the original Chromecast with Google TV and simply changed a few things under the hood to cut down on the cost. A familiar Chromecast designįor those that prefer changes to be made with a new device, that’s not what’s happening here. For those that do want a better idea of what the new HD version is like, here is our full review. At least, not anything that also couldn’t be leveled at the original model. In general, it is hard to find anything too bad to complain about with the Chromecast with Google TV HD. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply.AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |