![]() ![]() Roku wins overall though thanks to its perfect streamlined interface, which puts apps above content. We also noticed app loading that's comparable to the Chromecast with Google TV. When we tested the Streaming Stick 4K, we saw content crispness jump to 1080p and then 4K in short amounts of time. ![]() It's got all the apps you could need, too. Otherwise, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is a perfect balance of price and performance, costing $50 and providing snappy navigation and smooth streaming. Most notably, we've finally got Dolby Vision on this Roku stick, so your favorite streaming shows will have the right color balance and contrast (provided your TV supports it, too). The king stays the king, though, because little changed - and only improvements came with. The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is a small, but noteworthy, upgrade over the Streaming Stick Plus it replaces. Not only do we spend hours and hours watching shows and movies from the top streaming services on these devices, but we compare them against those with similar prices, to help you figure out which is best for your budget. Some of us at Tom's Guide own multiple entries from this list of the best streaming devices, to see how they evolve over time. Oh, and Roku (and any device that can get The Roku Channel, which includes Fire TV sticks), just got big HBO shows such as Westworld, for free (with ads). This model added faster performance and Dolby Vision on top of its predecessor. Our current pick for very best streaming device overall is the Roku Streaming Stick 4K. Not just by watching movies and shows on them, but by timing how long it takes to open apps across the many of the $50 and up streaming devices. Oh, and we also give points to who has the best home screens, and admire the Chromecast for adding more than 800 free ad-supported TV channels to its home screen's Live tab. That's why we test the heck out of these devices. *Google, Google Chrome, Google TV, Android, Android TV, Chromecast built-in, and other related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC.Selecting a streaming device can get pretty tricky, though. If the Chromecast built-in function does not work, refer to the Casting from mobile devices or computers to the TV fails article. Depending on the content type, some video playback may not be compatible with Cast.It is not possible to watch paid video streaming services via Cast.The browser specifications are subject to change without notice.Update your Google Chrome browser if needed.If the Google Chrome browser is not installed on the computer, you will need to install it before attempting this procedure.Note: If the TV shows the entire computer screen instead of just the browser screen, on the Cast tab, click Source, and then select Cast desktop. On the Cast tab, select Television Available (or from the list if multiple TVs are connected) to connect the TV wirelessly.On the right side of the browser screen, click the Settings icon, and select Cast.Connect to your computer same Wi-Fi network as the television.You can wirelessly display the screen on the television using the Google Chrome browser: For more details, refer to the Cast a Chrome tab on your TV website. Note: With an Android mobile device, you can show a Google Chrome tab or your screen on the TV. The content will begin to play on the selected TV. On the app screen, tap the Chromecast built-in icon.Launch the Chromecast-enabled app on the mobile device.įollow the steps below when casting photos, movies, or music from a Chromecast-enabled app on an Android or an Apple iOS mobile device to the TV. ![]() For a computer, the computer must meet the minimum system requirements.For a mobile device, the Chromecast built-in function will only work if an Android device has the Android 2.3 version or later, or if an Apple® iOS® device has an iOS 7.0 version or later.The TV, mobile device, computer, and Chromecast-enabled app must be updated to the latest software versions.Make sure the TV and mobile device or computer are connected to the same Wi-Fi® network.Note: To learn more about Chromecast built-in, visit the Official Chromecast built-in website. Chromecast built-in ( Google Cast) lets you watch your favorite entertainment and apps from your mobile device or computer on your Google TV or Android TV. ![]()
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