With one thing of a shock announcement, Google has unveiled the Google TV Streamer and killed off the Chromecast line.
Whereas it seems to be like an honest set-top field streamer with loads of good options, I believe Google has missed a trick right here.
Not like its predecessors underneath the Chromecast branding, the Google TV Streamer is designed to be on present. It’s not an HDMI dongle that’s hidden behind your TV.
Google describes the machine as having “lovely design that blends with any decor”, which is an analogous line to these used to advertise earlier good house merchandise, together with Nest gadgets.
I’m inclined to agree, though extra colors than simply Obsidian and Hazel could be welcome. The design seems to be far nicer than boxy rivals such because the Apple TV 4K, however there’s an issue.
Once I first noticed the Google TV Streamer, I believed “that’s genius”, assuming the design had a built-in wi-fi charger.
Sadly, it doesn’t. However to my thoughts, it actually ought to.
Wi-fi charging isn’t restricted to flagship telephones as of late and may be discovered on extra inexpensive handsets, in addition to numerous different gadgets reminiscent of wi-fi earbud and good ring charging instances.
I’ve obtained wi-fi chargers round the home, on my my bedside desk and workplace desk, however none in the lounge.
Having it on the Google TV Streamer could be an actual boon and a further purpose to purchase one, even when it maybe pushed the price up past its £99/$99 worth. Or Google may provide fashions with and with out it.
It’s a disgrace and a missed trick. If I get a Google TV Streamer, it would little question be locked away with all the opposite issues which might be plugged into my TV, despite its engaging design.