Chromecast technology comes built into select TVs and displays. Use your mobile device to stream your favorite shows, movies, music, sports, games, and more to the big screen.
Make sure that your device and the TV are connected to the same home network. Also, make sure that your device and the TV have the correct time settings. Update the Google Cast app to the latest version by following the steps below: Press the HOME button on the remote.
Chromecast began to feature on TVs with the Android TV operating system in 2017. So it now includes most Sony and Philips TVs from 2017 onwards, plus many from the likes of LG, Sharp, Toshiba, Polaroid and Vizio. Award-winning TVs, such as the LG OLEDC9 and Sony KD-49XG9005 feature Chromecast built-in for easy casting.
Get started with these simple steps:
- Step 1: Plug in your Chromecast device. Plug Chromecast into your TV, then connect the USB power cable to your Chromecast.
- Step 2: Download the Google Home app. On your mobile device or tablet, download the Google Home app .
- Step 3: Set up Chromecast.
- Step 4: Cast content.
Register a Mobile Device to the TV
- On the home screen, tap Settings.
- Select Device connection or Xperia Connectivity.
- Select Screen mirroring, and then tap Start.
- Select OK.
- Tap the name of your TV.
CES 2019: Samsung TV's Just Got Smarter With New Chromecast Type Feature. The concept is remarkable similar to Google Chromecast, you can browse for content on your Android phone or tablet, then “cast” that content to your Smart Samsung TV.
Troubleshooting
- On the supplied IR remote control, press the HOME button.
- Select Settings.
- Under the TV category, select App.
- Under the App category, select System app.
- Under the System app category, select Google Cast Receiver or Chromecast built-in.
- Select Enable.
Casting from mobile devices or computers to the TV fails.
- Press the HOME button on the remote control.
- Select Settings.
- The next steps will depend on your TV menu options: Select Apps — See all apps — Show system apps — Chromecast built-in or Google Cast Receiver — Enable. (Android™ 9) Select Apps — Chromecast built-in or Google Cast Receiver — Enable.
PlayStation™Video app now supports using Chromecast from Android and Apple devices.
On the DualShock 4, press the PlayStation Home button (the button with the PS4 logo) and the “Share” button, the small oval button on the left side of the touchpad. While holding the buttons the controller, go to the Bluetooth settings menu on your phone and pair with the DualShock 4 as you would any Bluetooth device.
Choose “PlayStation App Connection Settings” > “Mobile App Connection Settings” > “Add Device”. After that, a code will appear on the screen. Open the PlayStation app on your iPhone and select the PS4™ system you want to connect to. Enter the code shown on your PS4 and then you can connect iPhone to PS4.
Joining Share Play as a visitorSelect [Share Play] > [Join Share Play] from the party screen. You cannot control the host's screen. You can control the host's screen. As a Visitor, you can display your own home screen and control your PS4™ system by pressing the PS button during Share Play.
How to stream video from your Samsung Galaxy S2 to your PS3
- Connect your PS3 and Galaxy S2 to your Wi-Fi. DLNA operates over Wi-Fi, so it's essential that the devices you want to connect are both using the same Wi-Fi network.
- Configure your PS3 for media sharing. Fire up your PS3 console and scroll across to Settings.
- Viewing photos.
- Playing your music.
- Watching video.
Cast your screen using the Google Home app
- Open the app and select the Chromecast device you want to use.
- Select the Cast my Screen button at the bottom of your screen.
- Accept the prompt that reminds you that whatever is on your phone will be visible on the TV.
On the PlayStation Store, continue scrolling down until you see a section named “Apps”. Click on the app and search for “iMediaShare app”. Once you see the app, click on “Download” to start the download. Once you complete the download, follow the prompts to install the app on your PS4 or PS3.
How to Sync a Phone to a PS3
- Power on your PS3 console, navigate to the main menu, which Sony refers to as the "Cross-Media bar", and select "Settings."
- Select "Accessory Settings" followed by "Manage Bluetooth Devices." Select the option "Register New Devices" followed by "Yes" to continue.
Turning the Chromecast, mobile device, and router off and on again at the same time can actually resolve many casting related issues. First try turning off your Chromecast by unplugging it, and while it's unplugged power off your mobile device and home router. Turn on your mobile device.
Tap the Cast button in a Cast-enabled app.
- Plug in Chromecast and visit chromecast.com/setup.
- Connect Chromecast to your Wi-Fi network.
- Tap the Cast button in a Cast-enabled app.
You don't have to pay any subscription fees to use a Chromecast, although you'll still have to pay for services like Netflix and Hulu to access them. If you're using a computer with Google Chrome, you can "cast" nearly any webpage onto the TV, and view the internet in a higher resolution.
Android: Find the Screen sharing(cast or mirroring) in settings of your device and tap on it to open. Now you will find a list of wireless devices, from which you have to select your LG TV. After that, you will see your Android device display is casting on your LG TV. After that, you will see the available displays.
Cast your entire Android screen
- Make sure your mobile phone or tablet is on the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast device.
- Open the Google Home app .
- Tap the device you want to cast your screen to.
- Tap Cast my screen. Cast screen.
If you're using an Android device, not only can you cast Chromecast-supported apps, but you can also cast the entire screen of your Android device to your TV right from the Google Home app.
The VerdictFor the money, even in 2020, the Chromecast Ultra is a good option and definitely worth the money. If you are looking for a device that can stream all kinds of media, you can't go wrong with the Chromecast. You can even get a lot of them for cheap nowadays. So, it's a no-brainer.
The Chromecast With Google TV has our favorite voice assistant, but lacks Apple TV. The Fire TV Sticks have Apple TV, but lack Google Play services, and Alexa, while useful, isn't as simple to use as Google Assistant. Roku has the best selection of services, but doesn't have a voice assistant.
If you can't connect to Wi-Fi, you can still stream to your Chromecast by using Guest Mode on the Google Home app, mirroring your Android device's screen, or connecting a cord from your device to your TV.
