Top 10 apps for Chromecast!
If you’re interested in this dongle, feel free to refer to our Chromecast 2 test. For those who already own or want to buy this dongle, keep in mind that different apps will be needed to take full advantage of it. Here are our 10 best apps for Chromecast.
Player Store
The Cast Store doesn’t allow you to stream content, but this Android app remains very helpful, even essential, for Chromecast owners. And rightfully so, it includes all apps compatible with the Google accessory. New compatible apps will be added over time. Cast Store will save you time and cost you nothing.
CanalPlay / FranceTV Pluzz
As you can see, these two applications are offered to you by the groups Canal+ and France Télévisions. These do not have the same utility. FranceTV Pluzz It allows you to view various programs (live or replay) of France Télévisions for free.
offer channel game It is different as it gives you access to thousands of movies and TV shows in streaming. The app is free to download, but a subscription (without commitment) of 7.99 euros per month will be required. Currently, you can try CanalPlay for free for one month without any obligation.
netflix
We no longer offer Netflix, it is Netflix’s service. #1 streaming video. When it first came to France, the catalog was rather thin, but now it has become more and more complete and offers many series or movies. The app is of course adapted to Chromecast. The monthly subscription ranges from 7.99 € to 11.99 €.
plex
Plex a media center which will allow you to stream different streams (video, music, picture). Plex will present you with different information as well as a very organized interface. about your content (album title, year, price, movie summaries, box office rankings, artist biographies, etc.).
You can even connect to your Cloud accounts to stream content online. Unfortunately, Plex isn’t free. The app will cost you 3.64 euros.
All Players
Definitely one of those apps if not a must-have app. AllCast will let you submit your local media contentFrom your Android smartphone to your TV x. The app is also available for Apple TV, Roku, Xbox, etc. compatible with Unfortunately, AllCast pays (3,65 euros), but you have to make it profitable quickly. There is a free version, but with a viewing time of 5 minutes it is not very useful.
Local Broadcast
LocalCast also allows you to cast different types of media on your TV. Videos, music, photos and PDF files are “acceptable”. Warning, not all formats are supportedYou can reach the list of those on the Google Play page of the application. LocalCast is free and has an excellent reputation.
Spotify / Deezer Music
Two music apps have been adapted to Chromecast so Easily stream your music to your TV. However, if our TV is connected to our home theater, it will be more enjoyable to use Chromecast Audio, which says it will do its job very well. No paid subscription is required to use this option.
YouTube
It’s hard to make a Top X of Chromecast apps without mentioning YouTube. Needless to say, you will be able to stream all the videos on the platform to your big screen. It is also possible to create playlists to stream several hours of video on television.
Obviously, as always when you are offered one of the top 10, the list offered is not exhaustive. Everyone will have their own preferences, other apps could be included including Google, BubbleUPnP, Haystack TV News, Dayframe or CastPad apps.
Either way, let us know what you think of these different apps and Chromecast in general. Which app would you prefer/recommend?
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