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Google Chromecast with Google TV 4K review

Google Chromecast with Google TV 4K

CHOICE Expert Rating

75%
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Good points

Good Points

  • Excellent search looked for content in subscription and free-to-air catch-up services
  • 'Continue watching' row was very good, showing content from almost all services (did not show BritBox)
  • Very good amalgamation of content based on installed services
  • Exceptionally easy to identify the streaming service provider of recommended content
  • Can set up and switch to a kids account with access to specific apps only, and can set screen time limits and bedtime schedule
  • Very accurate voice search recognised all search terms we spoke
  • Very responsive user interface
Bad points

Bad Points

  • Ad takes up over 50 per cent of the home screen
  • Small form factor means there is no Ethernet port
  • Remote control layout is a bit unconventional, but there aren't too many keys

Recommended products

Recommended
Recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
75%
Ease of use score
83%
Remote control score
73%
Standby power consumption score
40%

Specifications

Internal storage (GB)
8
Ethernet port
Memory card reader
Toslink
Bluetooth
1
Dimensions (mm, H x W x D)
60 x 75 x 10
Operating system
Android TV OS version 12
Website
google.com.au

Cost

Price
$99.00
Annual running cost
$4.90

Features

4K capable
HDR
HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
User profiles
Child profiles
Netflix
Stan
Amazon Prime Video
Disney+
Binge
YouTube
Paramount+
Foxtel Now
Kayo Sports
Apple TV+
BritBox
Crunchyroll
Tubi
ABC iView
SBS On Demand
7plus
9Now
10 play
Plex
Chromecast
Apple AirPlay
USB in
DLNA
1
Wi-Fi direct
Miracast
Home search screen
Netflix remote button
Stan remote button
YouTube remote button

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