If you just wanna quickly watch something I'd say a regular Chromecast. Just turn on the TV and cast from your app. If you prefer having an interface or want 4k id say the one with Google TV. And if you're interested in playing stadia or again want 4k but quickly watch something go for the ultra
The Chromecast with Google TV with 4k can play Stadia via the app, plus you can use Bluetooth headphones and set and audio delay for said headphones to match the TV or stereo as secondary.
I have the original Chromecast and it's a lifesaver. I originally did not have a smart tv, and got rid of cable so I used to CC. When I did get a smart tv, the smart part failed after 1 year. I had it repaired and it failed after another 2 years. So Chromecast all the way to keep my tv useable. Without it I got nothing
Chromecast TV But they need to add better filtering I have Netflix, Disney+ & Amazon Prime and on the main screen only Netflix shows me partly watched content.. Also I don't want to see pay-per-view content, but there is no way to filter it out.. Lastly, power on separate devices does not work.. Samsung TV + Samsung sound bar, only the TV will turn on .. I have tried lots of settings on the Google TV and Samsung TV, but it still does not work. They should create a group option to fix this!
This is a really important video. I bought the google TV thinking it would be better than my Chromecast... It's totally different, you really need the remote to do anything right. I ended up putting it away and bringing back my Chromecast.
@@andrewjameshaygarth5348 ok thanks for letting me know. I have some nvidia shield devices that are useable without the remotes. I thought the google tv devices worked the same way. I guess I'll have to look for other alternatives
@@andrewjameshaygarth5348 I think there has been an update since you last tried. I just bought one and I am able to cast from my mobile or ask my smart speakers to play something exactly as if it was last gen chromecast. There is no need to use the remote.
The Chromecast Ultra is the only one that support ethernet out of the box. Important if your WiFi is sketchy. The rest support ethernet if you can manage to find the ethernet version of the plug.
@@josie5708 "ok google" is the trigger word to start commands on smart home appliances. I have a smart house and saying ok google is forbidden unless you're going to use it to turn on lights or power on TV or outlets ect.
Hi a super information video, thank you. I have a question though as I’m new to the smart TV party. I have a Sony a80j with google tv built in. I’m about to buy an Oculus VR device and want to cast to my tv in the best res possible. Could you advise please whether the entry level chrome cast device is perfectly adequate or do I need to buy a CC device with google tv to get the best viewing experience? Thank you and keep filling our tubes with great content, we do appreciate it!
The OG 2nd Gen chromecast isn't there that's the 3rd Gen on the far left! Then it was the chromecast ultra 2nd Gen had the chromecast logo in middle not the G (Google) I'm still using mine but wish it had Bluetooth! It's the only reason I'm going to have to upgrade so can link my JBLs to it! The 1st gen still works great in the garage aswell just wish they had Bluetooth or make no difference! But there's 5 chromecasts now lol
you should have measured the current consumption.... how much does the new Android TV consume vs the older one as many TVs USB ports are quite Current-power limited..
I had the Google TV chrome cast for a little bit and I would just recommend that you plug it into the wall. I'm sure that it can be plugged into a TV, but it takes a good moment to turn on.
@@IPlayGames3 I tend to run them from a projector with inbuld battery.. where it just sits or a power bank, but the problem is that the Chromecast ultra gives a message that you shall use the original AC charger for the best experience, so there are clearly some handshake going on, behind the scenes between the Chromecast ultra and the power source. But I would be surprised if using other 5V power sources actually lowered the 4K transmission quality, like Google message tries to indicate.. but sadly no info where you can see the transmission bitrate, to measure one versus the other.
@@IPlayGames3 how do I do this? I have a tv, non smart, and would like to get the Chromecast with Google tv.. But I don't know if it's compatible.. Any advice or tip?
I really don't like the Chromecast with Google TV and the remote. It's doing way too much. All I wanted was something simple, like the original Chromecast, not a Roku/Apple TV type device.
I had the original Chromecast that's not even mentioned in this video not sure exactly what year it came out. But I bought the Google cast that's oval shaped with remote and Google TV. It will not connect to my TV which is not a smart TV but it is an HDTV with several HDMI ports never had an issue with the original one connecting at all
Right. I used it for a while and gave it to my dad as soon as a new Chromecast came out. That was 5 years back i think. My dad still uses and appreciates it, to this day
Okey i am gonna make a question i have a ps4 with a old tv(non smart tv) and want to have a smart tv so i look in to chromecast but i also want to use my airpods so i can be cozy in my bed while watching a series and i have a google mini to so would it compensate to buy a chromechast if yes which kne
@@Halocraft021 ugh! 🙄 bought the 3rd gen chromecast. It is true sadly. Some videos will be super clear on ur phone and then when u cast it to the screen, it will be pixelated or just simply not as clear. It'll give the the option to select a higher resolution but it will remain the same, 480p, no matter how many times u click a higher resolution option 😒. The vid quality is not always terrible and some vids do look good but u can tell that it's not as clear/clean as it looks on ur phone in a higher resolution.
I have a first gen chromecast which plays RUclips at 1080P and l recently bought the ultra for my smart tv and it plays plays 4K videos just fine. I know this because my TV gives out a notification of what resolution the video is playing at when it is casting on either gen device.
It's just a bit dumb, as I had the video playing on my TV, then my Google home listened and stopped playing his video and instead started playing funny cat videos. Of course he can do what he wants, but others are more mindful when creating their videos. Constructive criticism, that's all I was trying to give.
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If you just wanna quickly watch something I'd say a regular Chromecast. Just turn on the TV and cast from your app. If you prefer having an interface or want 4k id say the one with Google TV. And if you're interested in playing stadia or again want 4k but quickly watch something go for the ultra
The Chromecast with Google TV with 4k can play Stadia via the app, plus you can use Bluetooth headphones and set and audio delay for said headphones to match the TV or stereo as secondary.
@@j.ballsdeep420Stadia is dead lol
I have the original Chromecast and it's a lifesaver. I originally did not have a smart tv, and got rid of cable so I used to CC. When I did get a smart tv, the smart part failed after 1 year. I had it repaired and it failed after another 2 years. So Chromecast all the way to keep my tv useable. Without it I got nothing
Chromecast w/ Google TV is the one I got and it’s great!
I have that one and the ultra and i also love both of them.
Is google play available to use?
@@Nisah7 yes
I picked up the Stadia bundle on a Christmas holiday discount -- excellent price for a controller and a Chromecast Ultra.
Excellent video all together. Jam packed with important information and stays at a quick pace 👌 🙌 👏
Chromecast TV
But they need to add better filtering
I have Netflix, Disney+ & Amazon Prime and on the main screen only Netflix shows me partly watched content..
Also I don't want to see pay-per-view content, but there is no way to filter it out..
Lastly, power on separate devices does not work.. Samsung TV + Samsung sound bar, only the TV will turn on .. I have tried lots of settings on the Google TV and Samsung TV, but it still does not work. They should create a group option to fix this!
This is a really important video. I bought the google TV thinking it would be better than my Chromecast... It's totally different, you really need the remote to do anything right. I ended up putting it away and bringing back my Chromecast.
you don't need to use the remote if you don't want to, it has chromecast built in, so you can cast to it just like before
@@TouchedAlot it simply does not operate in an acceptable way when you do this. I have both.
@@TouchedAlot also it prompts you to use the remote when asking for RUclips videos.
@@andrewjameshaygarth5348 ok thanks for letting me know. I have some nvidia shield devices that are useable without the remotes. I thought the google tv devices worked the same way. I guess I'll have to look for other alternatives
@@andrewjameshaygarth5348 I think there has been an update since you last tried. I just bought one and I am able to cast from my mobile or ask my smart speakers to play something exactly as if it was last gen chromecast. There is no need to use the remote.
The Chromecast Ultra is the only one that support ethernet out of the box. Important if your WiFi is sketchy. The rest support ethernet if you can manage to find the ethernet version of the plug.
You can use a usb-c hub, bud. Many of them have an ethernet port.
It finally works! Thank you so much.
chromecast with GG TV is the besttttt
How hard is it to mute the trigger word?
loool i knew people would complain about this
@@13gta what did he say
@@josie5708 "ok google" is the trigger word to start commands on smart home appliances. I have a smart house and saying ok google is forbidden unless you're going to use it to turn on lights or power on TV or outlets ect.
So I "CAN" get the newest one and just use my smartphone as the remote? I want it for travel, and don't want an extra remote to carry
Hi a super information video, thank you. I have a question though as I’m new to the smart TV party.
I have a Sony a80j with google tv built in. I’m about to buy an Oculus VR device and want to cast to my tv in the best res possible. Could you advise please whether the entry level chrome cast device is perfectly adequate or do I need to buy a CC device with google tv to get the best viewing experience?
Thank you and keep filling our tubes with great content, we do appreciate it!
Probably CEC was not available 3 years ago ? Ironically when you finally get a remote it allows you not to use it ?
Awesome video!
Thank you so much for this guide!
10/10
Is that pink or orange/peach?
So for stadia and google tv I have no choice but to take the last one at 100$?
There are always special offers. Like right now you can get the stadia starter pack with Chromecast ultra for like 22 bucks (in my case €).
The OG 2nd Gen chromecast isn't there that's the 3rd Gen on the far left! Then it was the chromecast ultra 2nd Gen had the chromecast logo in middle not the G (Google) I'm still using mine but wish it had Bluetooth! It's the only reason I'm going to have to upgrade so can link my JBLs to it! The 1st gen still works great in the garage aswell just wish they had Bluetooth or make no difference! But there's 5 chromecasts now lol
Is the ultra version with the Chromecast logo for audio only ?
Can u pair a remite with the chromecast ultra ?
How does the software updates work?
Im looking to making a transition from roku stick 4k to chromecast. Which do yall recommend ? P.s im used to dedicated remote
One year later and just a small note that stadia has now been discontinued. The chromecast ultra is a bit pointless now.
The Google Chromecast ultra looks a lot like Chromecast 4, is it that same?
Extremely helpful. Thanks!
can I use the one with google tv to watch content downloaded on my phone?
Very helpful video, thanks!
you should have measured the current consumption.... how much does the new Android TV consume vs the older one as many TVs USB ports are quite Current-power limited..
I had the Google TV chrome cast for a little bit and I would just recommend that you plug it into the wall. I'm sure that it can be plugged into a TV, but it takes a good moment to turn on.
@@IPlayGames3 I tend to run them from a projector with inbuld battery.. where it just sits or a power bank, but the problem is that the Chromecast ultra gives a message that you shall use the original AC charger for the best experience, so there are clearly some handshake going on, behind the scenes between the Chromecast ultra and the power source.
But I would be surprised if using other 5V power sources actually lowered the 4K transmission quality, like Google message tries to indicate.. but sadly no info where you can see the transmission bitrate, to measure one versus the other.
@@IPlayGames3 how do I do this? I have a tv, non smart, and would like to get the Chromecast with Google tv.. But I don't know if it's compatible..
Any advice or tip?
@@neodidi look at the back of your TV for hdmi ports. If you don't know what they look like, Google it. If you have hdmi, it's 100% compatible.
Mission USB Power Cable for Chromecast with Google TV -- This device will do what you need. $17
Very clear and we'll explained. Thanks.
google discontinued the chromecast 3 so now you only have the chromecast with google tv option... which is so silly, its just overcomplicated
Anyone here have an Apple TV and has tried the Google TV? Which do you prefer?
Apple TV
Depends on your ecosystem
Apple TV now that they’ve improved the remote
What about Mi box S vs Google chromecast TV?
Get an nvidia shield, it's the best streaming device
Still on 2nd Gen. Google Chromecast is undefeated
Jack Frags brother....?
Do emulation on fire tv vs crime cast emulation or tell me
Thank you this was very helpful
My google hub after you shouted “hey google, play cat videos on [device I don’t have]”
“Sorry, I don’t understand”
I really don't like the Chromecast with Google TV and the remote. It's doing way too much. All I wanted was something simple, like the original Chromecast, not a Roku/Apple TV type device.
I had the original Chromecast that's not even mentioned in this video not sure exactly what year it came out. But I bought the Google cast that's oval shaped with remote and Google TV. It will not connect to my TV which is not a smart TV but it is an HDTV with several HDMI ports never had an issue with the original one connecting at all
Right. I used it for a while and gave it to my dad as soon as a new Chromecast came out. That was 5 years back i think. My dad still uses and appreciates it, to this day
farhan was here
Okey i am gonna make a question i have a ps4 with a old tv(non smart tv) and want to have a smart tv so i look in to chromecast but i also want to use my airpods so i can be cozy in my bed while watching a series and i have a google mini to so would it compensate to buy a chromechast if yes which kne
you’d get the chromecast with google tv
None since Chromecast doesn't allow youtube to play at a higher resolution than 480p
I hope this isn't true
Is this true?
@@Halocraft021 ugh! 🙄 bought the 3rd gen chromecast. It is true sadly. Some videos will be super clear on ur phone and then when u cast it to the screen, it will be pixelated or just simply not as clear. It'll give the the option to select a higher resolution but it will remain the same, 480p, no matter how many times u click a higher resolution option 😒. The vid quality is not always terrible and some vids do look good but u can tell that it's not as clear/clean as it looks on ur phone in a higher resolution.
@@NohealaniMakanani oh, well that sucks
I have a first gen chromecast which plays RUclips at 1080P and l recently bought the ultra for my smart tv and it plays plays 4K videos just fine. I know this because my TV gives out a notification of what resolution the video is playing at when it is casting on either gen device.
You sound like Tyson Fury 🤷🏾♂️
Why the hell would you say the hot word?
Please don't use trigger words in your videos or otherwise please bleep them
Kick rocks, snowflake.
Let him do what he wants, why does it affect you?
It's just a bit dumb, as I had the video playing on my TV, then my Google home listened and stopped playing his video and instead started playing funny cat videos.
Of course he can do what he wants, but others are more mindful when creating their videos. Constructive criticism, that's all I was trying to give.
@Tommy I don’t think op was referring to bad words. They were referring to Hey Google, as it triggers their devices.
@@SilverXT Oh that makes sense now
How to fix it if it drops really hard on the ground??