Feature | Phone as remote | Traditional remotes |
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Voice-enabled Lots of devices are introducing voice capabilities, but only Chromecast built-in TVs support the full voice capabilities a phone can offer. Chromecast built-in keeps getting better as your phone gets better. | ||
No new interface to learn With Chromecast built-in, you use the same familiar mobile apps you already know and love -- now with your TV. Just tap the Cast button in your favorite Chromecast-enabled app to start watching on TV. Plus, you can save yourself time by not using a clunky on-screen keyboard. | ||
No new logins required With Chromecast built-in, you’re already signed into all of your apps on your phone, so you don’t need to log in again. | ||
Already personalized by you Your phone has been personalized by you with your apps, playlists, and shows. | ||
Works with multiple users simultaneously Anyone can share in the fun using their own phones to control the TV—cast videos, join in a game, or add a YouTube video to the queue. | ||
Keep browsing while watching You can search for the next thing to watch without disrupting what’s playing on the TV. With other devices, search happens on the TV screen, which means you can’t do two things at once. | ||
Never lose your remote again Your phone is always at your finger tips. Unlike a traditional remote, you’re not likely to lose your phone in the couch cushions. | ||
Control from anywhere in the home (looking at you, mom & dad) Control the TV from anywhere inside your WiFi network. Pick a show from your tablet and cast it to the kids’ bedroom TV, even if you’re in the kitchen or home office. | ||
Touchscreen interface Your phone makes it easy and fun to control the TV. Using the familiar touchscreen, you can quickly type to search, browse, queue, star and more. | ||
Dedicated buttons for play, pause, volume etc. Each mobile app supports simple controls for pause/play, skip/next and more. And on Android, there’s easy access to controls on the lockscreen. |