With one thing of a shock announcement, Google has unveiled the Google TV Streamer and killed off the Chromecast line.
Whereas it appears like an honest set-top field streamer with loads of good options, I feel Google has missed a trick right here.
In contrast to 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 system as having “lovely design that blends with any decor”, which is an identical line to these used to advertise earlier good house merchandise, together with Nest units.
I’m inclined to agree, though extra colors than simply Obsidian and Hazel can be welcome. The design appears far nicer than boxy rivals such because the Apple TV 4K, however there’s an issue.
After I first noticed the Google TV Streamer, I assumed “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 lately and will be discovered on extra reasonably priced handsets, in addition to numerous different units comparable to wi-fi earbud and good ring charging instances.
I’ve acquired 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 can be an actual boon and a further motive to purchase one, even when it maybe pushed the associated fee up past its £99/$99 worth. Or Google might supply fashions with and with out it.
It’s a disgrace and a missed trick. If I get a Google TV Streamer, it should little doubt be locked away with all the opposite issues which might be plugged into my TV, regardless of its engaging design.
