It’s safe to say that the Chromecast with Google TV is a basic Android streaming device. It packs exactly one USB-C port used for powering the device and an HDMI tongue to output video — that’s it. This design, while perfect for travel and keeping cable mess to a minimum, is rubbish for those who perhaps want a little more functionality.

I wasn’t looking for everything and the kitchen sink when I purchased my Chromecast with Google TV, but rather a compact portal to streaming services I could use while traveling. I bring it along on road trips and plug it into my accommodation’s TV. This saves me from whipping out my laptop or logging into my accounts on a stranger’s TV, and also gives me far more control over the content I have access to. However, due to the untimely death of my media PC

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