Unfortunately, the browser casting feature is currently in beta, and "some device configurations will be better suited for Casting a tab than other." In other words, casting from a browser tab is kind of touch-and-go at this point, and quality depends largely on the machine you're casting from. I haven't had a chance to use Chromecast in a hotel yet, but as far as I can tell, you should be able to use it with an HDMI-compatible TV, assuming the network is fast enough for streaming and you don't mind the security risk of "going unprotected."ģ) Casting Chrome Browser Tabs Still in Betaįor me, the most valuable feature of Chromecast is its ability to "cast" Chrome browser tabs from your computer to your TV. This is notable for travelers who want to use Chromecast in hotel rooms without exposing themselves on potentially risky hotel Wi-Fi. "Chromecast cannot communicate with your laptop over these networks," according to Google. Related Story: Google Unveils $35 Chromecast Device for TV and Music StreamingĪnyone who wants to use Chromecast via a secure corporate VPN while traveling, or via a proxy server, is out of luck. So if you're running XP, own a pre-2010 Mac or another model Chromebook, Chromecast might not be for you. Also of note: Windows XP isn't supported at all, and the only Chromebook that's officially supported is the new Pixel model. I tried "casting" from the Chrome browser on my 2008 MacBook running Mac OS X 10.8 it worked, but the video quality was so choppy that it made me dizzy. Macbook Pro 2011 or newer, Macbook Air 2012 or newerĬhromecast may work for you even if your PC doesn't meet these requirements, but you probably won't be impressed with the overall experience. 2nd-generation Core i5 (2GHz+), 3rd-4th-generation Core i5 processor, or equivalent
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