Android Magazine 58 - 2015 UK

(Darren Dugan) #1

Master the new


Chromecast a


Although owning a Chromecast is one thing, it won’t be possible to use it if you don
trusted Chromecast app installed on your phone or tablet. While its previous offering
there to initially set up the HDMI stick, the new app has developed into an all-in-one med
Users will be able to use the app to discover all the compatible media that’s stored within
device or Google Drive, while there are links to other apps and services that you can also t
Check out some of the app’s best new features in the steps below.

The new streaming hub has a whole host of
features for you to explore

Users are now able to add their social
media albums as the backdrop to their
Chromecast home display. Both Facebook and
Twitter are supported, but there are plans for more
social media apps to be gradually added.

Sync with social media


(^3) The new app also has a useful update
system so that when Google push out a new
update for the Chromecast, the app can take away
all the stress and do it automatically for you.
Updates can even be added with the app closed.
Stay updated
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The Devices tab will be your home when
you need to toggle the various settings of your
Chromecast. To access your settings, simply press
on the gear icon that can be found in the top
right-hand corner of the page.
Manage your device
(^1) Open up the What’s On tab to see
compatible Chromecast apps you have o
device. The icons shown act as direct sho
the relevant app where you should be abl
instantly check out their Chromecast func
Compatible apps
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and troubleshoot any of
opening up the Device In
within the settings menu o
have quick access to an opt
their device – a surprisingly ha
have available. If you then disco
numerous problems, the Factory
option is your best bet to fix it.
“As with any new
product to hit the
market, there were
some noticeable
teething problems
to be found”
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