The original Chromecast was an extremely simple and no-frills experience — and I've come to realize that's all I wanted.

When Google launched the Chromecast back in 2013, it was just a simple black stick with one capability: cast content from a third-party source to the TV it's connected to. From this, the tech giant ...

If you like Google's way of doing things, the Google Chromecast with Google TV is one of the best media streamers you can buy – and it's just become even better with a free update that takes its ...

Chromecast devices have been around for a long time, but they still hold a few surprises. Here's what that little button on ...

Google stopped making sub-$50 streaming dongles when it discontinued the Chromecast line in 2024. That's becoming a problem.

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. The first Chromecast, launched way back in 2013, was a novel, dirt-cheap way to get your streaming content onto your TV.

Many people using older Chromecast devices experienced a shock in recent days when their units lost the ability to cast content. The company ended the brand last year, which led folks to think that ...