Chromecast gains support for TikTok and new streaming format

Chromecast now officially supports tiktokallows you to stream content from your mobile phone’s short video app directly to a TV via dongle. This was one of the new features about the device that Google announced at CES 2024 on Tuesday (9).

Thanks to compatibility, the Chinese platform combines more than 3,000 applications supported by the player, making it possible to send content from mobile phones and tablets to the widescreen. The Google Cast icon will soon appear on screens with playable content in the upper-right cornerEnables sharing.

Additionally, Google also announced: The tool will gain the ability to stream live videos from TikTok. Another detail is that since it will be integrated into the 2024 LG TV series, the number of compatible devices will also increase.

In addition, compatibility with LG Hospitality and Healthcare will be provided and users will be offered the opportunity to benefit from Chromecast features in more environments. For example, during a trip it will be possible connect your favorite streaming app to the hotel LG TV without having to log in again To access the platform.

Stream music across devices and more features

And the news doesn’t end there. Cast will gain a whole new way to stream music and podcasts across devices from Spotify and YouTube Music. Sufficient move one device closer to anotherIn principle, the functionality will be limited to the Pixel Pro mobile phone and the Pixel Tablet, as long as they are connected to the same network.

TVs with integrated dongles will also feature Quick Pairing support, which is available on Android devices and Chromebook laptops. Technology allows Quickly pair nearby Bluetooth accessoriesOne-touch pairing like wireless headphones.

Cast and other devices with Google TV and Android TV systems to facilitate the addition of smart devices with the Matter standard to home networks, Acts as a hub for Google Home, in the future. The goal of big tech is to simplify the process of finding and controlling these devices.

According to the company, there is More than 220 million monthly active devices Google TV, Android TV and Chromecast integratedcurrently all over the world.