There was a time when the Chromecast ruled my household, but not any more. The flexibility of the Apple TV has won the day. But that might all change soon. Why? Because Google is supposedly going to release a Chromecast with a remote. On that note, the new Chromecast with a remote will most likely have a microphone and Google Assistant button for voice control on the handset. In fact, Janko Roettgers, a senior reporter at Protocol, spotted it going through the FCC:
— Janko Roettgers (@jank0) March 10, 2020 In terms of the streaming hardware, it’s thought the device itself will be a Chromecast Ultra, which means it’ll support 4K UHD content. But — and let’s be honest — you’d expect that from every new media streamer these days. While the launch dates and pricing for this new Chromecast with a remote are uncertain, I can say for sure it’s a positive move for Google. It might not be a bold step in a new direction for the company’s media streamer, but it’s an intelligent and required one. Stay tuned for more details on its launch. This post includes affiliate links to products that you can buy online. If you purchase them through our links, we get a small cut of the revenue.
