In this guide, you will know how to jailbreak Chromecast or Screen Mirroring. This is a very popular and best easy streaming device developed by Google. On Chromecast, you can cast content from Chrome Browser on your computer, or Android devices.
Chromecast is a media streaming device in the form of a dongle owned by Google that connects to the HDMI port of your TV to help you bring all the entertainment programs from the internet to your Home Big Screen. You can’t Jailbreak Chromecast like Amazon Fire TV Stick. You can’t install Kodi on it.
What exactly is Chromecast?
Chromecast is a media player that you can add to your television via the HDMI port, you will need a high-speed wi-fi internet service (Test via Internet Speed Test on Google) and connect to a compatible Android, iOS, PC, Laptop, Windows, Mac OS, and mobile device to stream your favorite content.
Google Chromecast Technical Information
Chromecast is the best alternative to cable. Pair your television with it and enhance its elegance. It supports all wireless networks and you can watch HD Videos up to 1080p.
You’ll get Chromecast with Power Adapter and Power Cable.
You will need the requirement of Smart TV available with HDMI Port, Wi-Fi Network, and Wi-fi enable support devices such as Android Mobile for installing Google Home App to Setup Chromecast, and all related it including Chromecast Ultra, Chromecast Audio, and compatible Smart TVs and Speakers.
The Google Home app supports Android 5.0 or later, and iOS 12.0 or later.
To watch 4K content, you must have a 4K-compatible TV and fast speed internet connection as well, and to watch HDR content you have to use HDR TV.
Chromecast Specs:
| Dimension | |
| Length | 5.181 cm |
| Width | 1.38 cm |
| Diameter | 5.19 cm |
| Power Cable | 1.52 m |
| Weight | 1.41 oz |
| Colour | Charcoal |
| Resolution | Up to 1080p 60fps |
| Wireless | Supports all wireless connections with Wi-Fi 802.11ac |
| Power | 5V, 1 A power supply |
| Ports & Connectors | HDMI, Micro-USB power |
| Supported Operated Systems | Android, iOS, Mac, Windows |
Google Chromecast Categories and Available Apps
There are multiple categories that help you to search for your favorite content in a different way. For searching TV and Movies, you can select category TV and Movies to find available apps including Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, Netflix, Hooq, Google Play Movies, Plex, and more to watch tons of movies and tv shows.
If you want to stream Live Sports, event, highlights, then you can select the sports category to activate sports apps like NBA, ESPN, Cricinfo, Willow, NHL, ESPN, Direct TV Sports, etc.
Music Channels are also available for music lovers, and in the Fun & Games category, you can also go for Games, Cartoon, Anime, and more.
For photos and videos, you can choose the category of Photos & Videos, in which you will get these apps including Youtube, Facebook, TED, Google Photos, Chrome, Chromecast Streamer, Mirror for Chromecast, Airtel Stream, and more.
For streaming more content you can select additional partners and install apps like Udemy, NDTV, Voot Kids, Coursera, Epic On, Squid, Chromecast Dashboard, Apps for Chromecast, Gaia Streaming Video, Mix Cloud, Bloomberg: Business News, and more.
How to Jailbreak Chromecast-Cast Android Screen from the Google Home App
Here you can learn how to cast content to your Chromecast device using Kodi. To Screen Mirroring on your Chromecast follow these all steps carefully.
- First, Connect and Setup your Chromecast device to your TV
- Make sure your Android (Mobile or Tablet) and Chromecast are on the same Wi-Fi connection
- Select the Google Home App on your Android
- Select your Chromecast device and Press on Cast My Screen
- After that Press Cast Screen
- Then Press on Start Now option to Mirror your Android Screen to your TV
- After Mirroring, you can launch the Kodi Addon, it will open in full-screen mode
- Then you can install the best Kodi Addons to stream your favorite content
Stop Casting from your Android Device
- Here also you have to pay attention that your Android (Mobile/Tablet) and Chromecast are on the same Wi-Fi connection
- Then Open the Google Home App
- After that select your Device
- Then Press on Stop Mirroring
Cast iOS Screen from the Replica APP
You can’t mirror iOS (iPhone/iPad) directly to your Chromecast device because it doesn’t support direct mirroring on other devices. No need to be disappointed because you can bring a lot of content on your Chromecast device through third-party apps from the Apple Store.
To know how to cast Kodi or other apps to your Chromecast device using iPhone or iPad read these given instructions carefully.
- First, Download and install the Replica app on your iOS
- After that Open the App and select your Chromecast device
- Now Press on Screen Mirroring
- It will take a few seconds for the mirror on your TV
- After that, you can launch Kodi, and install Top Kodi Addons, Youtube, or any available to stream your favorite content
Cast a Chrome Tab on your TV
You can cast a Chrome tab on your TV using a Computer or Laptop. You have to pay attention to some things. What you need?
- You will need a Chromecast Device, Chromecast Ultra, with Chromecast Built-in
- Second you need a Computer or Laptop and high-speed Wi-Fi connection with minimum system requirements
- Google Chrome with Latest Version, update if not
- Remember your Computer and Chromecast should be connected on the same wi-fi connection
After fulfilling all these requirements, you can show Chrome on your Television. Let’s follow those steps so that you can cast a Chrome Tab on your TV.
Cast Chrome Tab
- Turn on your computer first and open Google Chrome
- Right click on your screen and select Cast or Go to the top right corner of your Chrome screen and Select More then click Cast
Click More on Google Chrome - Now choose the Chromecast device where would you like to stream your favorite content
- If you want to Stop Casting, then go to the right corner of the address bar and select Cast then Stop Casting
Cast your Computer Screen using Chrome on Windows, Mac and Chromebooks
- Turn on your Computer, Open Google Chrome
- Go to the top right corner and select more then click Cast
- After that go to the top, and press next to, Cast to, and click the drop-down icon and select Cast File
- Then select a File
- After that select your Chromecast where you need the file to play
You can stream content from Kodi, Youtube TV, or any other available app direct from your Chromecast compatible Android device and operating system. Hope you understand that how to jailbreak Chromecast, Screen Mirroring, Cast Content, and all whatever we explained here.
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