The Chromecast is a simple device that does exactly one thing and does it well. Six years after its debut in 2013, the original Chromecast is still useful, even after the Chromecast Audio came and went, and the introduction of the more powerful Chromecast Ultra.

When Google launched the first Chromecast in 2013, I don't think they knew just how significant an impact these little streaming sticks would be. A mainstay among the best streaming devices, the Chromecast has undergone a major metamorphosis in the last year with the Chromecast with Google TV. This first Chromecast to feature a remote and an actual operating system rather than just being a receiver for content you cast from a phone or laptop, the Chromecast with Google TV is a major upgrade and the best Chromecast ever. Still, it's not the only one on the market.

(Pocket-lint) - You're probably reading this because you own a Chromecast but don't know what to do with it beyond casting YouTube or Netflix videos from your device to a TV. Well, Pocket-lint is here to help.

Google was pretty silent about the launch of this 3rd generation Chromecast, probably because there is nothing much and new that they could boast about. However, the Chromecast is one single device that can still change the way you can look at content differently on your standard or regular large screen TV. Unless you own a smart TV (especially an Android TV variant), this device is definitely something you should look at. In short, an LCD TV + Chromecast + smartphone = Almost-Smart Android TV for just Rs 3,499. What else do you need for your smart TV? While some may not be convinced, let’s dive deeper into the Chromecast itself.

Google has released a new Chromecast that is also really its first proper Android TV media streaming device – though at the same time Android TV has been rebranded as Google TV. Despite these potentially confusing developments, the new Chromecast with Google TV is a really well made piece of hardware that is really simple to use.

Google's Chromecast lineup was getting a bit long in the tooth. The regular Chromecast could only stream 1080p content, while the Chromecast Ultra added 4K but more than doubled the price, and neither came with a remote or had an on-screen menu system. The new Chromecast With Google TV replaces both of these dated media streamers, offering an excellent 4K experience with a remote, an easy-to-use menu system, and all of the benefits of Google TV in a tiny, $49.99 package. It easily rivals the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, with a sleek interface and loads of functionality, earning our Editors’ Choice for affordable media streamers.

The new Google Chromecast was conspicuously absent from the spotlight at Google's recent hardware event. But there was indeed a new, updated version of Google’s streaming dongle; it's just the company decided to roll it out quietly. Spend a few minutes with the new Chromecast and you'll see why the company didn't brag about the refresh at the event -- there's really nothing new to brag about.

content. Any user could stream content from a host of platforms through the plug-and-play dongle, without requiring them to buy new hardware.

Google is finally giving the Chromecast an arm and a leg – and a remote control. In its 2020 avatar, Google’s hallmark casting tool is much more than well, a casting tool, as it plays catch up with the Fire TV. This starts with the software. It’s still based on Android TV but there’s a whole new skin on top that Google is calling Google TV, same reason why the dongle is also called Chromecast with Google TV.

The Google Chromecast streaming stick took a moribund industry and made it cool again when it first launched back in 2013. But despite introducing several new versions in the intervening years, the basic premise has remained unchanged.

Just like several other devices, you can stream Disney Plus on Chromecast. So if you ever want to watch popular movies and TV shows with no access to Smart TV, the latest Chromecast 7 device will always come in handy.

Google's Chromecast with Google TV (2020) is a revelation – it fixes something that wasn't broken, and improves a nearly perfect technology in a tangible way. And it's all thanks to the remote and Google's 'new' software, Google TV.

It was previously hard to recommend getting a Chromecast for TV, but this product - thanks to its remote control and user interface - is a much more complete offering. There are some absences to services - Apple TV+ an obvious one - but the platform feels strong already and like it will develop into something rock solid. Google might be late to the party, but it has finally arrived - and in style.

If you've ever wanted to build an app after thinking up a brilliant idea, you're in the right place.Sure, the fear of coding can push you to not act on building your own app or to put off looking for the best app building software. Well, the good news is that it's easier than ever to enter the mobile app market -- no coding knowledge or experience required.

One of the slyest tricks you’ll come across on a job application is the part where it says that attaching a cover letter is optional.Sure, some companies genuinely may not care if you include a cover letter, otherwise known as a letter of application, or not, but most hiring managers use this as a way to weed out applicants long before anyone in HR starts sending out emails. They know candidates that care about the job will go the extra mile, and the cover letter is your chance to make a strong first impression.

Most of the mobile applications are unique in functioning and nature. Thus, choosing the right mobile app development is the important and crucial step for the success and failure of the application. Mobile apps have become a vital tool for company as they present an appropriate means to attract the attention of the consumer. In 2017, According to a Clutch survey around 42% of small businesses only had an app, and another 30% of them are planning to build it in the future. Every small business dream of having one, but it’s essential to ensure that one does enough research before picking the best mobile app development company to design and develop the app. Therefore, finding the right company is not easy, but still there are some points to be considered before choosing a development company.

Security has always been a major concern for businesses. And this concern is even greater when it comes to mobile apps.Today every business has a mobile app to connect more easily with their customers. And if that business does not take proper security protections it can put their brand at risk.

What is OTT (over-the-top)? It refers to the productized practice of streaming content to customers directly over the web – video streaming, audio streaming, messaging that bypasses mobile SMS networks, as well as voice and video calling via the internet.

Mobile is a growing industry that attracts businesses from every marketplace. No wonder – mobile app revenues are projected to reach almost $600 billion in 2020. The exploding popularity of smartphones and tablets has made mobile application development an increasingly popular trend among business owners all over the world.

By Terry Tateossian, founding partner of Socialfix Media, MIT blockchain and AI-certified consultant, speaker and activist.The year 2020 was eventful for mobile app developers and publishers. The global pandemic forced businesses to look for ways to facilitate Covid-19 contact tracing, improve collaboration among remote teams and drive organizational performance. There will be even more changes in 2021, such as Apple’s identifier for advertisers (IDFA) policy, enabling users to opt-out of app tracking to take back control over their online experience.