It’s the end of the road for Chromecast with Google TV

Almost 5 years after its debut, Google is discontinuing the Chromecast with Google TV. Launched in 2020, it was the primary Chromecast to supply a remote-controlled UI. The following HD mannequin launched in 2022 ensured customers had entry to an affordable Android TV streaming system made by Google. Sadly, the time has come to bid farewell to each the Chromecast with Google TV 4K and HD variations.

Google has eliminated the Chromecast with Google TV from its on-line retailer and is not promoting the 4K and HD streamers. The one Google TV streaming system that’s now out there through Google is the brand new Google TV streamer (h/t 9to5Google). A seek for the Chromecast with Google TV on Google Retailer solely brings up an inventory for the $19.99 voice distant, which can also be unavailable for buy as of writing this text.

Why has Google stopped promoting Chromecast with Google TV?

Google had beforehand confirmed that it will discontinue the Chromecast with Google TV as soon as its stock was depleted. It seems that time has lastly arrived, because the inventory of those reasonably priced Android TV streamers appears to have bought out.

If you happen to’re fortunate, you might be able to discover a Chromecast with Google TV by way of third-party retailers. Nevertheless, we couldn’t discover any fashions out there on-line on Amazon or Finest Purchase.

What occurs to present Chromecasts with Google TV?

If you happen to’re already utilizing a 4K or HD Chromecast with Google TV, fear not. Google will proceed supporting the gadgets with software program updates. Final 12 months, Google confirmed to Android Authority that the corporate plans to deliver Android 14 to the gadgets. The replace nonetheless hasn’t rolled out, and isn’t anticipated to deliver each new characteristic in Android TV 14.

The final replace that rolled out to each the HD and 4K Chromecasts with Google TV was a safety patch in November 2024.