It's official — Google has announced that they are ceasing production of their Chromecast devices.
This decision marks the end of an era for the popular streaming gadget that revolutionized how users could easily stream content from their smartphones and computers directly to TV screens.
Introduced just over 11 years ago, Chromecast quickly became a popular and affordable option for turning standard TVs into smart TVs.
The device allowed users to stream content from their smartphones or computers directly to their TVs, using their mobile devices as remote controls.
Its ease of use and low price point made it a hit with consumers worldwide.
In recent years, Google has gradually shifted its focus toward the Google TV platform, introduced in 2020.
According to Swedroid, unlike the original Chromecast, this new device offers a physical remote control and an advanced TV user interface with built-in apps.
Many users had hoped that Google would continue to support the original Chromecast concept, but the move to a more comprehensive platform clearly indicates a change in strategy.
Chromecasts will still be available on the market until existing stocks are sold out.
