Testseek.co.uk 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.
August 2013
(80%)
345 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(91%)
3830 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Strong on price
Impressive size
Cross platform compatibility
Ease and speed of set up
Affordable price
Easy set up
Fast
High-quality video streaming
I've said it once
And I'll say it 100 more
But the new wireless antenna is nothing short of astounding. It creates a near seamless streaming environment with less lag and less buffering time than almost anything – even full size set-top boxes – on the m
Affordable
Very good remote
4K/HDR Support
Google's Chromecast is cheap and streams iPlayer
Netflix
YouTube and Google content to your TV using phones
Tablets or computers as remotes. It's easy to setup and use
And the video quality is great
Great new design
Easy to set up
Tiny
Forget-about-me design
Idiot-proof setup and use
Strong audio and video quality
Compact
Simple to set up and use
Good picture quality where available
Simple
All-in-one
Likely to get better over time
Easy to use
Cheap
Hidden behind your TV
Operate via your phone
Innovative
Takes up next-to-no space
Simple and intuitive
Slick operation
App support is increasing
Works flawlessly
It's easy to set up and use
Lots of apps
It's so cheap!
Works with lots of apps
Google Home integration
Ease of setup
Discreet design
No need for an extra remote
Price
Smooth integration with supported apps
Useful accessories
Supports multiple casts on same network
Fairly cheap
Fairly easy to use
Reliable Netflix streaming
The editors didn't like
Compatible apps relatively limited at present
Mirroring function limited to relaying Chrome browser content
Is yet to maximise its potential
Limited to compatible apps
On July 24th 2014
Google announced Chromecast
Its new multimedia-streaming technology. Billed as Google's answer to Apple TV
This dongle-sized TV stick in fact aims to offer so much more. Si
As a fellow editor pointed out in our early hands on review
We're still looking for a native way to stream Amazon Instant Video from a phone or tablet to a Chromecast
Or mirror iOS devices to the TV with it. It's not wise to hold your breath for either
No wired internet
Interface needs work
Not enough services are supported yet and screen-mirroring sucks for video. The lack of a dedicated remote also means you always need a smartphone or tablet nearby
Plus for £20 less
You can get a re-badged Roku box from Now TV that includes iPlayer
Smart TVs are no longer on my wish list. Instead, I want a Chromecast for all our TVs in the house.Also published in February Issue 2016Words by Mika Fernandez-David...
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Published: 2015-04-11, Author: Vincent , review by: digitalone.com.sg
Abstract: With the help of a colleague who was in the United States on a working trip, I got my hands on a Chromecast dongle last year. Google's media streaming dongle was not available in Singapore then. At just US$35 (S$48), this thumb-sized device was both chea...
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Published: 2015-04-10, Author: Vincent , review by: straitstimes.com
Abstract: With the help of a colleague who was in the United States on a working trip, I got my hands on a Chromecast dongle last year.Google's media streaming dongle was not available in Singapore then. At just US$35 (S$48), this thumb-sized device was both cheap ...
Abstract: After using the Apple TV (ATV2) for many years, now is the time to try out a new gadget to connect to my TV. Google Chromecast was released on 24th July 2013. It is like a USB flashdrive (except that the port is a HDMI), measuring 7.2cm, which allows you ...
Abstract: There was quite a buzz when Chromecast was launched ( I think its price of USD35 was also a reason for this ) and it went out of stock for a while after that but we finally got hold of a set after my dad managed to grab one off Ebay.The natural thing for ...
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Published: 2013-10-02, Author: Rom , review by: techolo.com
Abstract: Google is now trying a second shot to capture your attention on the largest screen in your house – your television.With Chromecast, you can easily enjoy your favorite online entertainment on your HDTV—movies, TV shows, music, and more from Netflix, YouTub...
Published: 2013-09-02, Author: Art , review by: technoodling.net
Abstract: We've already given an enthusiastic welcome to the Google Chromecast some time ago . But that was sight unseen. But now…Tadaaah! Now that we have the actual unit, we've finally put it through its paces. And two questions are bound to pop up on many reader...
Supercompact media streamer, Affordable price, Optimized content have impressive image quality, Able to cast almost anything that's in a Chrome browser tab
Supports 2.4GHz networks only, Native mobile app support limited at the moment, Tab casting glitchy at times, Requires USB power (cable clutter not totally eliminated)
The other way (and it's the simpler way too) to cast content is to do it through apps on your smartphones or tablets. Currently, Cast-supported mobile apps include YouTube, Netflix, Google Play Movies & TV, and Google Play Music, with Pandora coming soon...
Published: 2013-08-21, Author: Nick , review by: tbreak.ae
So is the Chromecast of any use? Well at the moment the lack of supporting apps might make the Chromecast seem a bit useless, but Google have promised that more apps are on the way. YouTube streaming is by far the best thing about the Chromecast, and th...
Abstract: Though just about every promotional image you'll find of the Chromecast showcases the dongle by itself, in reality the system requires you also connect a microUSB cable to your TV or a wall outlet adapter for power. The added wire clutter paired with the...
