First-generation Chromecast users stressed by devices suddenly failing
Summary
Google’s first-generation Chromecast, a popular streaming device from 2014, experienced a temporary problem this week where it suddenly stopped working with apps like YouTube and Chrome. Google said it was a technical issue that has now been fixed, and all affected devices should be working again.Key Facts
- The first-generation Chromecast sold 10 million units in 2014.
- It allowed users to stream video from apps to their TV by pressing a "Cast" button.
- Google stopped supporting the first-generation Chromecast in 2023.
- Many users reported their first-gen Chromecasts stopped working suddenly this week.
- Some users suspected Google deliberately disabled the devices to encourage upgrades.
- Google denied this and said a technical issue caused the problem.
- Google’s team quickly fixed the issue, and devices are working again.
- Google ended support for all Chromecasts except for the 2022 Chromecast with Google TV (HD).
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