Testseek.co.uk 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
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
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
Inexpensive
Improved design
Streams content from Netflix
HBO Now and other popular apps from your mobile device
5GHz Wi-Fi compatibility
Updated Chromecast app with universal search
Marginally faster streaming
Nifty
Versatile new design
Same low price
Faster operation
Cleaner
More refined picture
Intuitive
User-friendly app
More content
Same price
It's fast and has superior Wi-Fi
Simplicity
Great app
Cheap as chips
Tons of apps work with it
Looks nice
Faster
Better Looking Design
Awesome New Chromecast App
Did We Mention It Is A LOT FASTER
New design fits any port
Slightly faster load speeds
New app is a huge improvement
Cross-platform search at this price is impressive
Still great value for money
Added 5GHz Wi-Fi support
Compact design
Enhanced Chromecast companion app
The editors didn't like
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
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
Still no interface or dedicated remote (if that bothers you)
Support for 1080p rather than 4K
Requires an Android or iOS device for setup
And can only stream Amazon videos from a PC
No native Amazon Instant Video
No remote control
Not many games
Not completely catch-up TV compatible
Still waiting on some functionality
Some apps and games are yet to catch up
It Can't Do Your Tax Return -- That's Literally About It
Abstract: Google's Chromecast is one of the cheapest, most popular streaming devices, but hasn't been updated since 2015.Today that changes. Google's 2018 version Chromecast is official, and available now in black or white for $35.So what's different? The finish is...
Tallying up the scores, the Amazon Fire TV Stick is the overall winner in this epic four-way streaming stick battle. It's brilliant for a whole host of reasons; given its personal voice-control assistant in Alexa and a fantastic range of apps, it represen...
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
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,
As much as I love the new Chromecast, it may not be worth replacing an existing old Chromecast if you already own one. That said, the new version is the most affordable choice for anyone who hasn't bought into Google's streaming platform yet.Alternatively...
All three of these media streaming sticks makes for a good purchase so it really depends what you want. However, objectively, the Roku Streaming Stick stands out slightly with its remote control and superior list of available content services.Tags:Smart H...
All three of these media streaming sticks makes for a good purchase so it really depends what you want. However, objectively, the Roku Streaming Stick stands out slightly with its remote control and superior list of available content services.Tags:Smart H...
In terms of performance and capability the Chromecast Ultra is a big improvement on its older sibling, especially if you've made the leap to a 4K Television set. Upgrading the tech has also seen an increase in price, which feels a little high at the momen...
At just £30, the Chromecast would appear to be a no-brainer, but it's not quite that simple. Although support has become a lot better, there's still not a lot of support for catch-up TV beyond BBC iPlayer. That means no All 4, no Demand Five, no ITV Playe...
Owners of the original Chromecast have very little reason to upgrade the new model. Google has improved the design with the Chromecast 2 and added better Wi-Fi. We also like the new app and, in general, the device is a bargain at £30. However, the Roku St...
Abstract: By 2014 the landscape has changed completely, with the introduction of SmartTVs, internet-connected consoles like the Xbox and PlayStation, and VOD services like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon. No longer are you forced to pay Sky a premium rate subscription fo...
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Published: 2015-11-12, Author: Alan , review by: alphr.com
It's assumed, however, that all of this is coming to the original Chromecast as well. Beyond the new Wi-Fi channels, which we'll be putting through more extensive testing soon, the technology remains broadly the same, and as the biggest improvements are i...
