The latest version of the Chromecast may not be a total reinvention of its predecessor, but there are a few good changes that has been done to this "New Chromecast 2015". It's worth mentioning that there is an all new Chromecast app that will provide users the universal search functionality that will most probably be extra useful. The upgrade of 2.4/5Ghz Wi-Fi antenna that supports 802.11ac is also another thing that makes this new Chromecast worth a shot.
More Details About The New Chromecast
First, it's worth noting that the name of this year's device is "new Chromecast". No, it's not Chromecast 2 or Chromecast 2015, just a simple 'new Chromecast'.
The name may fuel up arguments but that may be the least of our concerns right now. What's important is that the "new Chromecast" has been made better. To start with, the shape shift is one of the best decisions made to the device. Switching from the streaming stick to a round plastic attached to the HDMI adapter should be enough to make this thing worth craving for. The struggle of fitting the device to the back of your TV is now gone. Not only that, the device will come in three colors, instead of just one. It will be available in Coral, Black, and Lemonade.
Google also claimed that the "new Chromecast" will be 2 to 4 times better in performance than the old one. This means that the streaming will be faster with less time to buffer. The improvement in the antenna makes this half possible. The other half of the improvement will be brought about by the new Chromecast app. The last generation app was only good for doing two things, setting up the device, and finding new apps. Now, this app will be extra useful and it will remain useful throughout the device's life.
One good example of the improvements is the 'fast play' feature, a form of algorithm that predicts the next things you'll watch based on previous streams. Those predicted videos will pre-buffer before you even select them, allowing for instant playing as you click on them.
Google did not only make the "new Chromecast" extra good this year, they also made it extra affordable, not minding how expensive competing products are. Google priced the product at an affordable $35, making it an easy decision to get one now. Holidays are just around the corner, and Google may think that this is the best time to get the "new Chromecast" for your household.
The "new Chromecast" will be launched in more countries before the holidays. As of now, launching has been made in US, UK, and Japan.
