Why did I buy?
The TV in my room is not smart TV.
It is 'only gaming use' TV, so it doesn' need to have other options.
Moreover I can watch Netflix or Youtube via Playstation4.
However I gradually didn't play games, and watched video more instead.
Whenever I wanted to watch something, I had to switch on PS4.
I felt like it is annoying, so I started to search for steaming devices such as mi stick.
Personally I don't have good impression on chromecast, because of chromecast 1.
It relys on my phone so much, which means I can't do anything without my phone.
2021.02.28 - [Review/Electronics] - Google chromecast 1 review
However I found out that recent version of chromecast has OS and remote.
It means it is worked independantly without phone.
It was so cool, and I placed order right away.
Today, I don't need to turn on PS4 for Netflix.
I can watch it, using remote or my voice command instead.
So convenient!
How to use
I have been using chromecast with google TV everyday.
Here is my the best parts.
1. Compatible with google home speaker.
When I want to watch something, I don't need hold remote.
I can give order with my voice.
2021.03.02 - [Review/Electronics] - Google home speaker
2. Portable device.
It is so compact that I can carry this anywhere.
For example, when I go travel, TV in accomodation is not smart TV.
If I bring my chromecast, I can watch Youtube.
As well as that, I can share photos I took via TV mirroring.
3. More functional
Smart TV has app store, so I can install apps on it.
But it is restricted. I can use the apps, manufactures allow me to use only.
However it is a kind of unlimitation.
I can install any app, I want on TV.
For example, I can access to NAS which is set in parents' house.
4. Netflix certification
The TV in my living room is smart TV from LG.
I can watch Netflix via its app(Not chromecast), but it is not 4K.
That is probably because of certification.
However chromecast with google TV obtained Netflix certification,
so I can enjoy 4K video
PROS and CONS
PROS
- Remote included
- Compatible with google speaker
- Many apps available (ex. kodi)
- Compact and portable
CONS
- You should connect it to external power cable (TV USB is not enough)
- Small storage, 8GB
Should buy?
Highy recommended.
I will use it, even it is a smart TV.
Because it is much more powerful and useful for me.
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