Testseek.com have collected 144 expert reviews of the Google Chromecast G2 and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Google Chromecast G2.
October 2015
(83%)
144 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(88%)
979 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
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
Same cheap price
Sleeker design that fits into packed HDMI ports
Dead-simple set-up
Easy to use
Works with iOS
Android and PC
The Google Chromecast is a dirt-cheap wireless video dongle that streams Netflix
YouTube
Spotify
Pandora
HBO Now and thousands of other apps and games to your TV using an Android or Apple phone or tablet
Or a PC
As the controller. Its small size hid
Shorter loading times than the old Chromecast
Performance improves each time you upgrade to a faster phone or tablet
Simple to set up and use
Inexpensive
Compatible with most popular video streaming services
Supports dual-band 802.11ac for faster and more reliable WiFi
Improved app makes search and discovery easier
The editors didn't like
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
Erratic performance between TVs
Android mirroring is choppy for gaming
The lack of a dedicated remote means you always need a smartphone
Tablet or PC nearby to use it. Slightly more expensive boxes and sticks
With their physical remotes
Tactile buttons and onscreen displays
Are more convenient to use. The only way to wat
Not a good fit for people who don't keep their phones handy
No 4K resolution or 60-frames-per-second support
Support for Amazon Video seems unlikely for the foreseeable future
Still just 1080p
Needs a separate device to act as a remote control
Doesn't have native support for Amazon Instant Video
Same easy setup and use, Faster processor, speedier operation, Better Wi-Fi support
(Barely) more expensive, No remote control, (Slightly) more complex design
Well, you can't, can you? Not easily, at least. If you do happen to find yourself in the US any time soon, or any other market where the Chromecast 2 is sold, you'll pay roughly US$35 — at current exchange rates, that translates into $50 Australian. It's...
The Google Chromecast is a dirt-cheap wireless video dongle that streams Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, Pandora, HBO Now and thousands of other apps and games to your TV using an Android or Apple phone or tablet, or a PC, as the controller. Its small size hid
The lack of a dedicated remote means you always need a smartphone, tablet or PC nearby to use it. Slightly more expensive boxes and sticks, with their physical remotes, tactile buttons and onscreen displays, are more convenient to use. The only way to wat
The innovative Chromecast might be the ultimate living-room accessory for your phone or tablet, but more traditional streaming devices deliver a better streaming experience...
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Published: 2014-12-15, Author: M , review by: geekzone.co.nz
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