What is Chromecast? Easily explained
Chromecast is a technology that allows you to transfer content from a mobile device to the TV screen. In our practical tip, we explain what exactly is behind the name.
Chromecast - what is it?
Chromecast technology was released by Google in July 2013.
- Google's Chromecast is a streaming adapter in the form of an HDMI stick.
- The adapter has the shape of a USB stick, but instead of a USB connection, the Chromecast has an HDMI connection.
- You can insert the stick into the HDMI socket of your TV and send content from a computer, laptop or smartphone to your TV.
- So you can use the Chromecast to wirelessly transfer videos, music or pictures to your TV.
Chromecast - how does it work?
- The audio and video content is transferred to the Chromecast via WiFi.
- For example, you can transfer the content of the Google Chrome browser or various apps for Android and iOS to the TV.
- In another practical tip, we explain all the advantages of the Chromecast.
Similar products like the Chromecast are also available from other providers. We compare Google's Chromecast with the Amazon Fire TV Stick for you.