Google is stopping production of Chromecast and concentrating on the new Google TV streamer.

Google is discontinuing production of its Chromecast after eleven years, the company announced in a blog post. The Chromecast is making way for the new Google TV Streamer, a small device with a faster processor and a more expensive price tag. For many companies, the end of Chromecast also means the end of a solution that is affordable for them. Digital signature. The Chromecast is still available while supplies last.

End of the era

Last year, Google launched the first generation of its Chromecast. Now the company is also announcing the end of the current Chromecast generation with the iconic, recognizable design. For many companies, Chromecast was a cheap alternative to their Digital signature happen. The new Google TV streamer costs 119 euros.

Google writes in its blog post that the Chromecast devices will be available “while supplies last.” In addition, the company will continue to distribute software and security updates to its newer devices, although it is unclear which devices these are. The last update to the product range was the Chromecast 2022 with Google TV.

Google TV Streamer

Instead of the Chromecast, the company offers the new Google TV Streamer for 119 euros. It has a completely different design than the iconic Chromecast and comes in the form of a streaming box that you place on the cabinet next to the TV.

The Google TV streamer has some specs that go beyond the Chromecast. The processor is 22 percent faster and features Thread and Matter integration. The streamer has 4GB of RAM, 32GB of flash storage, and a Gigabit Ethernet port. In addition, it can also handle Dolby Vision video and Dolby Atmos audio.