Beloved Amazon Fire Stick rival axed after 12 years – and its pricey replacement is missing a huge app

Beloved Amazon Fire Stick rival axed after 12 years – and its pricey replacement is missing a huge app

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Beloved Amazon Fire Stick rival axed after 12 years – and its pricey replacement is missing a huge app

Source: The Sun

Author: Jamie Harris

Published: Feb, 24 2025 10:54

Summary at a Glance

Now, stock of the most recent model of Chromecast with Google TV appears to have completely run dry meaning it will now be confined to the dreaded "Google Graveyard".

Cameos on Google - the tool allowed public figures to record video responses to the most common questions asked about them, which would display in Google Search results.

Google Stadia - the cloud gaming service allowed users to stream gameplay through web browsers, TV, mobile apps, and Chromecast.

Google TV Streamer retails for £99 and packs a number of enhancements, including extra storage space, improved performance so the device runs faster and smart hub features.

"The BBC iPlayer app will be available to install on the 2024 Google TV Streamer in the near future," the BBC's support page explains.

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