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Testseek.com have collected 345 expert reviews of the Google Chromecast G1 and the average rating is 80%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Google Chromecast G1.
Award: Most Awarded August 2013
August 2013
 
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345 Reviews
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The editors liked

  • Functional and simple
  • Chrome tab mirroring useful
  • Full picture quality when cloud streaming
  • Android & iOS support
  • Low price
  • Great prospects in Chromecast
  • It's quicker than the old version and the new app is great. The built-in HDMI cable is a nice touch. Really
  • Though
  • It just works really well
  • It's easy to use
  • And it's only $35
  • Dead simple setup and interface
  • Great streaming quality with supported apps
  • The price makes it an impulse buy you won’t regret
  • Dead useful for a number of things
  • Seeing as it's just a small HDMI dongle that can fit in the palm of your hand
  • You wouldn't expect the Chromecast to do a whole lot. But when it comes to viewing content on a bigger screen
  • The Chromecast is the easiest
  • The user interface
  • Or lack thereof
  • Puts content at the forefront. Rather than fumbling around with a clumsy interface you're one button away from streaming
  • The Chromecast Extension makes it easy to put your tabs on your big screen. The ability to s
  • Cheapest major streaming devic
  • Offers most of the major streaming service
  • Incredibly easy to set up and us
  • Easy for developers to create new apps
  • The Google Chromecast is a dirt-cheap wireless video dongle that streams Netflix
  • YouTube
  • Pandora
  • Google Music
  • Google Movies & TV
  • And HBO Go to your TV using Android or iOS tablets as remotes. Its small size hides neatly behind your TV and makes it ea
  • Extremely inexpensive. Smooth integration with supported apps. Easy to set up. Useful accessories. Supports multiple Chromecasts on the same network.
  • Affordably priced
  • Sleek & portable
  • Easy setup process
  • Supports streaming from most smartphones
  • Tablets
  • & computers
  • Easy to set up
  • No remote to lose (just use any smartphone to navigate)
  • Low power usage
  • Has the lowest price out of all the products we tested
  • Fast and easy phone- or tablet-based navigation
  • Automatic TV controls are a brilliant touch
  • Unbeatable price at $35 (frequently available for less on sale)
  • Fast and easy phoneor tabletbased navigation
  • Simple Setup
  • Cheap
  • Good Image Quality
  • Exceptional picture and sound
  • Great low price
  • Easy to set up and use
  • Full mobile device functionality while streaming
  • Cross-platform compatible
  • Small dongle footprint
  • Super easy to set up and use
  • Works with apps on Android and iOS
  • Uses the same remote as the 4K iteration
  • Fantastic for almost any scenario
  • Runs Android 12 out of the box
  • Includes HDR support
  • Rocksolid performance
  • Best user experience in the business
  • And Bluray quality downloads
  • Dirt cheap. Trouble-free setup. Elegant presentation for supported services.
  • Chromecast is just absurdly easy to set up. There's a lot of stuff to watch here. The new app makes finding all that stuff much
  • Much easier
  • New design avoids dust and scratches
  • Can now stream 1080p at 60 fps
  • Slightly faster performance
  • Google Assistant support is very convenient
  • Low cost
  • Netflix and Google Play streaming
  • Simple setup and installation
  • Inexpensive and simple
  • Supported apps work well
  • Chrome tab casting is very useful
  • Inexpensive
  • Lot's of supported apps
  • Can cast any open Chrome tab
  • Supports dual-band 802.11ac
  • Attractive Design
  • Faster Streaming
  • Streams full-screen videos from Netflix and YouTube
  • Mirrors Websites
  • Control videos from computer or mobile device
  • Simple and easy to set up
  • App implementation is slick and easy to use
  • Automated userfree updates
  • HDMI extender
  • Cheap ($35)

The editors didn't like

  • Only Netflix
  • YouTube & Google Play Movies app support
  • Mirroring requires powerful PC/Mac but tops at 720p
  • Local media streaming not optimal yet
  • Stutter & audio sync issues
  • No devicetodevice streaming
  • Google still doesn't have a remote control for Chromecast
  • Which makes it the only streamer I can think of that doesn't have one. You have to use your phone
  • Tablet
  • Or computer
  • Which can be a pain in the arse
  • Especially if you have to enter a password
  • Limited content partners at launch
  • Tab casting is not ready for primetime
  • Lack of app support
  • This is the biggest problem the Chromecast currently faces. It's a great device
  • But there are only about four or five apps that currently support it. At this point
  • You're limited to Netflix
  • YouTube
  • Play Music
  • Play Movies and TV.
  • The Chromecast extension has a hard time with video streaming with a bit rate higher than 480p. Video stutters and locks up with audio still playing
  • A lack of compatible apps. This isn't really a con
  • At least from my perspective. It's a new device and i
  • Fewer channels than competitor
  • Requires computer or mobile devic
  • Some performance hiccup
  • Third-party apps generally not that useful
  • The beta screen-mirroring feature won't work as well as you want it to
  • So you're largely limited to the supported apps. The lack of a dedicated remote also means you always need a smartphone or tablet nearby. And for $15 more
  • You can get a Roku box with
  • No local media playback. Chrome integration is limited
  • Not a standalone player like Amazon's Fire TV or Roku devices
  • Missing some core apps like Amazon Instant Video
  • TWC
  • Comcast
  • Redbox Instant
  • And Spotify
  • No parental controls
  • No home screen to easily access content
  • Must have smartphone
  • Unusable without a phone
  • Or PC
  • No universal search or on-screen menu system
  • Chrome tab mirroring still doesn't work that well
  • No universal search or onscreen menu system
  • Few Supported Apps At The Moment
  • Minimal Features
  • Limited app support
  • Browser support on smartphones and tablets unavailable so far
  • A few minor quirks
  • If you need 4K you'll need to pay
  • Phones are lousy remote controls
  • This isn't a full streaming solution
  • Limited storage space
  • 1080p-only might be frustrating for some
  • You need the disc vault to store your Blurays
  • The system is expensive
  • And the Kscape doesn't support HD music files (yet)
  • Limited launch support from streaming services. Requires AC power for HDTVs without USB port. Requires hacks or workarounds for QuickTime
  • ITunes
  • And other content
  • Your phone isn't always a very good remote. No 4K
  • No Amazon
  • No 4K when Roku offers it at basically the same price
  • No Amazon Video
  • Lack of on-screen menu and built-in apps remains a turn-off for some
  • No physical remote
  • Cannot play "side loaded content"
  • App support limited to Netflix
  • And Google Play
  • Tab casting video drops frames
  • No central playback controls
  • Requires another device to work
  • Cannot load apps on it
  • No 4K Support
  • No Remote Control
  • Must go to Chromecast Website to learn when new apps become compatible
  • No central control panel or app
  • Clumsy to pause video streaming from a phone when a call comes in
  • Limited app support for now
  • Chrome browser casting is a less-than-ideal UX and requires fairly new computer hardware to stream in HD
  • Requires external power supply (in my experience)

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  Published: 2014-05-20, Author: Lucas , review by: info.abril.com.br

  • Transmissão de vídeos da Netflix e YouTube, design portátil
  • Não tem suporte a Windows Phone, quantidade limitada de conteúdo
  • Acessório útil para quem não tem smart TV e quer reproduzir conteúdos na TV a partir de dispositivos móveis e notebooks...

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  Published: 2014-05-05, Author: Bruno , review by: showmetech.com.br

  • Abstract:  O ChromeCast , espécie de “dongle HDMI” que, aliado a um smartphone, tablet ou computador, transforma qualquer televisor numa TV Android , deve chegar ao Brasil ainda este mês.A disponibilidade e o preço local foram confirmados pelo vice-presidente de pro...

 
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  Published: 2014-03-25, Author: Wesley , review by: mobilexpert.com.br

  • Preço, Design compacto, Fácil instalação, Bom suporte para apps, Suporte para espelhamento do Chrome ou desktop do PC
  • Falta do espelhamento completo do Android e iOS
  • O ChromeCast é o dispositivo perfeito para aqueles que possuem uma TV que não é inteligente (smart), mas em SmartTV's pode ficar sub utilizado, já que essas contam com serviços como Netflix, Youtube, rádio online, navegador web, e outros. O quadro muda se...

 
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  Published: 2013-09-25, Author: Pedro , review by: canaltech.com.br

  • Cumpre o que promete, Fácil instalação
  • Suporte a poucos programas
  • Por US$ 35 dólares é difícil ficar decepcionado com o Chromecast, já que ele cumpre exatamente o que promete: simplicidade (além de 2 meses grátis de Netflix , claro). Nada de instalações complicadas: basta instalar a extensão no Google Chrome, parear e ...

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  Published: 2013-08-09, Author: Renan , review by: tecmundo.com.br

  • O Google Chromecast está à venda nos Estados Unidos por 35 dólares. Isso significa algo em torno de 80 reais. O valor é realmente baixo para um sistema com o potencial que ele apresenta. Ainda não há informações sobre o preço dele no Brasil, mas é difícil...

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  Published: 2013-08-09, Author: Rodrigo , review by: techtudo.com.br

  • Preço bem em conta, Configuração simples, Compatibilidade com diversos sistemas, Nada de fios e fácil controle;
  • Poucos apps disponíveis, Sem bateria própria, Dependente do WiFi, Não roda vídeos ao vivo do YouTube.
  • O Chromecast com a sua facilidade de instalação, tamanho, preço em conta e a possibilidade de transformar qualquer HDTV em uma Smart TV só jogam a favor do novo lançamento do Google. Mesmo sem muitos apps e um futuro incerto, vale a pena apostar que os de...

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  Published: 2013-08-06, Author: Susie , review by: pcworld.com.br

  • No momento o Chromecast não faz nada que alternativas como a Apple TV não fazem, mas sua implementação do YouTube é melhor, e seu suporte a conteúdo comprado (ou alugado) no Google Play o torna uma compra imediata se você já investiu nesse ecossistema. ...

 
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  Published: 2014-12-15, review by: tek.sapo.pt

  • É barato dá uma nova vida ao seu televisor vai potenciar o consumo de filmes séries e música vai trazer mais entretenimento às noites em grupo fica discreto na parte traseira do televisor não faz barulho não requer a sua atenção tem boas aplicações e quas...

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  Published: 2013-10-07, Author: Edgar , review by: pplware.sapo.pt

  • Preço, Portabilidade, Utilização simples,
  • Já se imaginou a partilhar um vídeo do seu smarthphone, tablet ou computador directamente para a sua televisão, sem recorrer à utilização de cabos? Já pensou adquirir um equipamento a partir do qual consiga transmitir para uma televisão tudo o que está a
  • Aspectos positivosPreçoPortabilidadeUtilização simplesAspectos negativosComo a extensão ainda é uma versão beta, tem algumas falhasAinda só existe à venda nos Estados Unidos da AméricaEm conclusão, este aparelho é sem dúvida uma opção a ter em conta para...

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  Published: 2022-06-29, Author: Geir , review by: ljudochbild.se

  • Abstract:  TV-tillverkarna slåss om vem som har den bästa smart-TV-tjänsten. Det finns inga gränser för hur bra de senaste TV-apparaterna är, med allsköns appar och funktioner. Men hur blir det när din helt nya TV inte längre är så ny? Det finns många gamla TV-appar...

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