Chromecast was a line of digital media players developed by Google, designed to stream content from mobile devices or computers to a television. Introduced in 2013, Chromecast allowed users to cast videos, music, and other content directly to their TVs using the Google Cast protocol. Over the years, several versions were released, including models supporting 4K resolution and integrating Google TV for enhanced user interfaces.
In August 2024, Google announced the discontinuation of the Chromecast line, transitioning to the new Google TV Streamer. This device offers improved performance, increased storage, and smart home capabilities, positioning itself as a more advanced media streaming solution.
Existing Chromecast devices continue to receive software and security updates, ensuring ongoing support for current users.