Google has released a firmware update for its popular Chromecast HDMI dongle that will allow users to control streaming content from the web via their TV remote control for the first time.
The upgrade supports content from OTT providers including Netflix, YouTube, ESPN, HBO Go and BBC iPlayer. However, users of the new functionality will only be able to make use of the play and pause buttons on their remote on screens that support the HDMI-CEC protocol, the standard that allows Chromecast to automatically turn on TVs.
.@netflix to raise another US$2 billion in debt. #SVOD https://t.co/Et7q2vauEX https://t.co/uKhIHYcx1Q
23 October 2018 @ 15:00:01 UTC
.@BBC launches Get Creative app for @CBeebiesHQ #kidsTV #broadcasters https://t.co/O5MxQA1Vcn https://t.co/SUdOOUget8
23 October 2018 @ 14:00:01 UTC
South Africa adopts new market-driven strategy for 2020 #digital switchover. https://t.co/AJV6fAyCYV
23 October 2018 @ 13:00:02 UTC
.@nent_group listing on track as @MTGAB posts strong growth. #payTV #streaming https://t.co/Fi5ne01NNP https://t.co/h1h7vgaHgl
23 October 2018 @ 12:30:02 UTC
.@GOVUK outlines new measures in #piracy clampdown. https://t.co/VYRTXw8Soa https://t.co/yeTij6PaDv
23 October 2018 @ 12:07:44 UTC
