The Chromecast Ultra is the one that can stream 4K TV. It was released in November 2016, and it supports 4K resolution and a high dynamic range. The 3 rd gen Google Chromecast was released in October 2018, and even though it’s newer than the Ultra, it doesn’t have 4K streaming. That’s not to say that the 2018 Chromecast is in any way bad.
When combined with a 4K TV and 4K content, Chromecast Ultra offers Ultra High Definition (4K Ultra HD) content with: Higher pixel resolution Smoother video Greater color depth.
Watch movies and TV shows in 4K Ultra HD and 4K HDR content using your Chromecast with Google TV or Chromecast Ultra. 4K Ultra HD (also known as Ultra High Definition or UHD) offers enhanced picture resolution up to four times greater than HD and 1080p.
What’s new with the Chromecast with Google TV?
The Chromecast with Google TV is getting a new feature called “Watch With Me ” with celebrities reveal their watch lists in exclusive interviews. Laverne Cox is the first guest in the series. Google is offering a free Chromecast with Google TV to You. Tube TV subscribers who pay for the $20 upgrade to 4K streaming.
That’s because while they can do basically the same things, Chromecast with Google TV has a slightly better interface and easier set up than the Firestick. Chromecast’s voice search is also notably better than Amazon’s, something we were surprised to discover. Chromecast vs. Roku .
What WiFi band does my Chromecast use?
Please make sure the Chromecast is using the 2.4 GHz band. Chromecast (2nd generation) is compatible with both 2.4 GHz Wi. Fi 802.11 b/g/n Wi. Fi networks and 5 GHz networks, so you will see both when setting up the device. If you have a dual band router, you must disable AP isolation.
Another frequent inquiry is “Can’t I connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi network with Chromecast?”.
Chromecast (1st generation) is only compatible with 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi networks, so it won’t list 5 GHz networks when setting up the device. Please make sure the Chromecast is using the 2.4 GHz band.
Can I use my phone as a Chromecast for my router?
Your router has 2GHz network, enable it. Your phone will use 5ghz, and Chromecast will use 2Ghz. As long as they are on the same actual network, it will work.
Enable Wi-Fi on your smartphone and download the Chromecast app for your i. Phone or Android device. You should then see an identifier code on your TV click and next You have to then set up the Wi-Fi network. Choose the 5GHz network.