Testseek.com 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
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144 Reviews
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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...
Faster, Better Looking Design, Awesome New Chromecast App, Did We Mention It Is A LOT FASTER
It Can't Do Your Tax Return -- That's Literally About It
Cheap. Easy to use. Useful. The original Chromecast was all of these things and more, so improving on this was always going to be a challenge. Fortunately, Google has absolutely SMASHED it with the Chromecast 2, leaving alone the core experience of Chrome...
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Published: 2015-11-10, Author: Nick , review by: techradar.com
Marginally faster streaming, Nifty, versatile new design, Same low price
No native Amazon Instant Video, No remote control, Not many games
With better Wi-Fi and far better performance, Chromecast 2 has ousted the original as one of our favorite devices of all time...
Abstract: Also in the box is a mini USB to USB lead and a 13amp connector to provide power this fits opposite the hard wired HDMI lead on the Chromecast.The fold round lid of the box has the only instructions, Plug into Power and TV. Switch TV input. Set it up and...
It's fast and has superior Wi-Fi, Simplicity, great app, Cheap as chips, Tons of apps work with it, Looks nice
Still waiting on some functionality, Some apps and games are yet to catch up
So, should you get one? If you already own a Chromecast and you're wondering if you need to upgrade, then the answer is no. If you want to play Android games on your TV then you'll have more fun with the Nexus Player. If you can't stand the eight seconds...
