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- Google ends Chromecast with Google TV, including both the 4K and HD models, after almost five years on the market.
- Chromecast with Google TV is no longer available in Google Store, with the new Google TV streamer priced at $ 99.99 as a replacement.
- Existing Chromecast with Google TV users will still receive software updates, including Android 14, but future updates may not include many new features.
Almost five years after the debut, Google Chromecast concludes with Google TV. It was launched in 2020 and was the first Chromecast to offer a remote controlled user interface. The subsequent HD model released in 2022 made sure that users had access to a cheap Android TV streaming Made by Google. Unfortunately, the time has come to say goodbye to both Chromecast to Google TV 4K and HD versions.
Google has removed Chromecast with Google TV from its Online store And no longer sells 4K and HD streamers. The only Google TV streaming device now available via Google is the new Google TV streamer (H/T 9to5google). A search for chromecast with Google TV on Google Store just brings up an entry for Voice Remote of $ 19.99, which is also not available for purchases from writing this article.
Why did Google stop selling Chromecast with Google TV?
Google had previously confirmed that it would run Chromecast with Google TV when the inventory was emptied. It seems that the time has finally come, as the stock of these affordable Android -TV streamers seems to have sold out.
If you are lucky, you may find a chromecast with Google TV through third -party dealers. However, we could not find any models available online at Amazon or Best Buy.
What happens to existing chromecasts with Google TV?
If you are already using a 4K or HD Chromecast with Google TV, don’t worry. Google will continue to support the devices with software updates. Last year, Google confirmed to Android Authority That the company plans to bring Android 14 to the units. The update still has not rolled out, and is not expected to bring each new feature in Android TV 14.
The Last update It rolled out to both HD and 4K Chromecasts with Google TV was a security update in November 2024.
