It’s official now. Google launched its new Chromecast Wednesday, September 30, 2020, during its Launch Night In conference, under Google TV (formerly Android TV). As a reminder, the streaming accessory has been the subject of several leaks on the web in recent weeks. For example, the American brand Home Depot had published the entire technical page of the device.
Finally a real interface
This new version acts more like an Android box than a simple HDMI dongle to stream its content to the TV. Indeed, thanks to the integration of Google TV and of the remote controlThe other key innovation of this 2020 edition is, You will be able to control everything from your Chromecast. Indeed, the remote will allow you to control both your TV and Chromecast.
The user will be able to access more than “.6500 apps and hundreds of thousands of movies and TV shows organized and adapted by genre” according to your taste. You can switch between Netflix, Disney+, Canal+, France TV and even YouTube at any time. Everything should be done pretty smoothly thanks to the new custom interface integrated by Google TV.
So quit simple distribution of content from a smartphone, Chromecast now has a real UIwhere you can easily find all your apps, the list of videos/movies/series to watch later or all their content. personalized recommendations.
Google Assistant from your TV
Indeed, the Google accessory requires: Chromecast takes advantage of Google Assistant. while asking “what can i watch“, the user accesses a list of content that is likely to appeal to him based on their interests and browsing history. Google Assistant’s contributions are not limited to this, of course.
It is possible to benefit directly from its services. Button on remote that comes with Chromecast (Netflix and YouTube keys are also available). The accessory is equipped with a microphone to capture your various requests: “Play music on YouTube”, “The Boys on Amazon Prime Video”, “How’s the weather” Where “Turn down the TV volume” e.g.
It should also be noted that Control all your connected devices from your TV, compatible with Google Assistantsuch as your bulbs, speakers or Nest camera. Finally, you will be able to associate your Chromecast with your multiroom setup to stream your YouTube or Spotify playlist in all rooms of the house.
4K HDR 60 FPS and Dolby Atmos in the program
For this new version, Google has revised the design of the Chromecast. The more compact and simple device is unobtrusive when connected to your TV’s HDMI port. Note that Chromecast under Google TV supports many technologies. According to the manufacturer, the Chromecast with Google TV is “image quality 4K HDR 60FPS In the blink of an eye”, and it is compatible Dolby Vision (for better colors and contrasts) and Dolby Atmosphere (immersive surround sound).
Then we find in the list DTSX and H.265. Under the hood, the Mountain View company’s new accessory comes with 2GB of RAM, 4154MB of storage, a 64-bit ARMx8-A (32-bit mode) processor and a quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 CPU. at 1908MHz.
From € 69.99
According to Google, the Chromecast with Google TV is currently available for the price on the Google Store: 69,99 €. Three colors are available: Snow, Aurora and Sky. Deliveries will begin mid october, without further details. Mountain View also states that you can find the Chromecast at partner distributors such as Fnac, Boulanger, Carrefour, Leclerc, Cdiscount, Auchan, and System U on the same date.
