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Plex and a Via will work on Chromecast

What do you people think about this?
http://www.androidbeat.com/2013/08/...-of-local-content-to-chromecast/#.UjUxOJDD_0w
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hachuelo said:
What do you people think about this?
http://www.androidbeat.com/2013/08/...-of-local-content-to-chromecast/#.UjUxOJDD_0w
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Hope it happens soon. I got 2 Chromecasts still unopened in their boxes sitting inside a Best Buy bag. Don't watch Netflix so they are pretty useless at the moment without local content streaming.
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can't happen soon enough.

having plex would make this dongle have a use. until then it's sitting in it's box, rooted already of course.
if it wasn't for the netflix credit and the fact i had to use up $5 bb reward, i don't think i'd have gotten the chromcast since i already have a google tv, roku, segate live tv, and wdtv. the only one i really use is the sony google tv on my projector.

heathroi said:
can't happen soon enough.
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I am in total agreement! I also wish it could handle peer to peer, so when I'm in the camper I could go from phone to ChromeCast without using an unknown, unsafe WiFi.
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Just buy a cheap-o N wireless access point or router and stream that way. Don't have to have internet.

SalTNutz said:
Just buy a cheap-o N wireless access point or router and stream that way. Don't have to have internet.
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How exactly do you do that?
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Assuming you are talking about streaming from plex, not the internet, the content is on your laptop right? So get a N WAP or an N router, plug it in in your camper and join its wireless network with both your chromecast and laptop. You won't be able to get to the internet, obviously, but they can then see each other which is the goal, right?

I think, for security sake, I'd want a VPN to protect myself if I'm using their Wi-Fi. Will that work with a VPN?
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Scratch my last post. I reread your post.
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PhotoMaster said:
I think, for security sake, I'd want a VPN to protect myself if I'm using their Wi-Fi. Will that work with a VPN?
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Scratch my last post. I reread your post.
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Why would you need a VPN? Basically you would be setting up your own wireless network which you can use normal security settings and the only devices on it would be yours. The only downside is you will not have access to the internet.

I too would love to see Plex support asap, though It appears the original article was a little generous with their "fall" estimate. Still no official word. But the Plex devs usually keep a pretty tight lid on things until they're ready (or able, if Google has them holding it) to release new features.
Release could be hours away, it could be months away. I just know I'll be thrilled when it does arrive.
Thankfully, I can be pretty patient. And having some free Netflix in the meantime doesn't hurt.

Has anyone heard any more intell on a Plex upgrade? It's been a few months and I was just wondering.
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Has anyone heard any more intell on a Plex upgrade? It's been a few months and I was just wondering.
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http://www.engadget.com/2014/02/25/plex-chromecast-app/
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Thank you Kisrita,
It sounds good, but the Plex account requirement (and monthly fee) makes it a little less appealing.
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Just found an app called Localcast and decided to give it a try. It's available on the Pay Store and it's free. No invasive permissions and it works quite well. Larger photos take a few extra seconds and some videos have some stutter, but over all it's working nicely. I'm sharing this on a couple of sites because I think it's great for getting better use out of our ChromeCast.
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Issue applying 2nd Netflix code

I am getting an error from Netflix when I try to apply my 2nd code that I got from my 2 chromecasts. Does anyone else have this issue?
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I had same issue, Netflix said Google only allows one per account. Have to setup a new account to use it
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Shinyhead said:
I am getting an error from Netflix when I try to apply my 2nd code that I got from my 2 chromecasts. Does anyone else have this issue?
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You could always donate the code to the unfortunate who missed out on this offer even though i bought a Chromecast
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MadBob said:
You could always donate the code to the unfortunate who missed out on this offer even though i bought a Chromecast
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I could :angel: but I applied the first code to my brother's account, so I can activate mine again. Sorry.

I had the same issue here, and Netflix solved it by disabling my current account and reopened a new account using the same email. Then I could apply my second code.
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Amazing the amount of work some of you will do to save 8 bucks.

tonker83 said:
Amazing the amount of work some of you will do to save 8 bucks.
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24 bucks.

I feel like having an unrooted cc leaves you Sol in here

I'm angry I did t keep root granted. But it feels like I'm just out of luck now...
Is there no hope for a 1330 root
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I feel your pain.

To be honest, I think the folks in other countries are in a slightly worse boat. At least US users of non-rooted Chromecasts still have all the stock apps including HBO Go and Pandora. Seems like the folks in Canada are having trouble even with those.
If we're lucky there will be a nice Christmas (or pre-Christmas) present from Google...

bhiga said:
To be honest, I think the folks in other countries are in a slightly worse boat. At least US users of non-rooted Chromecasts still have all the stock apps including HBO Go and Pandora. Seems like the folks in Canada are having trouble even with those.
If we're lucky there will be a nice Christmas (or pre-Christmas) present from Google...
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I'd say that's definitely gonna be the case, especially since Google is conducting their Google Cast SDK "Hackathon" on Dec. 7-8th. I'd say the SDK will be released either at that time or less than a week after. My bet is that it will be officially released immediately following that event though.

Just bought one today and was really disappointed to find out it's not rootable because it's the new firmware. Hoping there's a fix soon..
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Yeah. I got one today. Tried to root. No dice. Gave up and just plugged it in the TV. And then the update came. Oh well. Maybe someday.
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tylerholbrook said:
Just bought one today and was really disappointed to find out it's not rootable because it's the new firmware. Hoping there's a fix soon..
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Yeah. I got one today. Tried to root. No dice. Gave up and just plugged it in the TV. And then the update came. Oh well. Maybe someday.
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For the sake of the thread on here about rootable/non-rootable Chromecast's serial numbers, what do y'alls serial numbers look like? i.e. 3901***** , 38*****, etc..
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jsdecker10 said:
For the sake of the thread on here about rootable/non-rootable Chromecast's serial numbers, what do y'alls serial numbers look like? i.e. 3901***** , 38*****, etc..
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It was a 3A number. I know what the other post said about those, but I'm stubborn ( lol ) and tried it anyway.
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Yeah since I'm outside the US and have an unrootable Chromecast I had to buy a new wireless router just so I could use DD-WRT to get around the Chromecast's built-in Google DNS and access the US Netflix library. But on the bright side it's a damn good router even without the Chromecast :laugh:

Same prob here, I was in a rush to try it out, I forgot to check xda first. The device is currently just lying in the drawer as I hardly use it since I live in Singapore so I got no netflix, just YT lol

Is it possible to play videos on websites based on flash in cc? Or is it possible with root? What i really want to know is do flash videos play? Thanks a bunch.

Kensai said:
Is it possible to play videos on websites based on flash in cc? Or is it possible with root? What i really want to know is do flash videos play? Thanks a bunch.
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Yes, if done via the Cast extension for Chrome, but this does on-the-fly transcoding (decode/re-encode) on your computer so it needs some CPU horsepower.
Chromecast cannot natively play Flash, rooted or not.
https://developers.google.com/cast/supported_media_types

Yeah mine was a 3a as well, I didn't even try to root it after reading this. Plus my otg is unpowered. Figured I can look for a older one and just buy another since they are cheap and try again or just hope with the release of sdk....
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Sheeeit.... im down to send out some chrome casts internationally for a small handling fee jk

Anyone want to send me a pre rooted one? Lol pm me
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chromecast is awesome

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Chromecast + Avia + good times
I love how i can choose avia as the player from showbox and chromecast the movie/show to my tv with excellent quality :laugh:

killerdan56 said:
Chromecast + Avia + Showbox= good times
I love how i can choose avia as the player from showbox and chromecast the movie/show to my tv with excellent quality :laugh:
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Not sure if shhhhh or tell everybody.... :sly:
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Cant play the video true avia.. How do you guys do that?
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nigne said:
Cant play the video true avia.. How do you guys do that?
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In app purchases are extremely convenient at times. Just saying.
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That is freakin awesome. Hadn't tried it but works great. My chromecast finally has a use.
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Can you put a link to the show box you are talking about cause when I type it in playstore several apps show up
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Danzoman said:
Not sure if shhhhh or tell everybody.... :sly:
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Tell everyone! They were down but back up in less than 4 days last time
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xrizwan said:
Can you put a link to the show box you are talking about cause when I type it in playstore several apps show up
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Its not on the play store and a link is not allowed. This thread will be closed as soon as a moderator comes across it. Every thread about showbox gets closed because it supports bootlegged material. Just Google it.
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I'm loving chromecast too
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I'm getting, sorry chromcast does not currently support this file type.... Any suggestions? All shows I've tried
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For what I know chromecast only seems to play mp4 formats
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Omg I just got it off of app 2 odie awesome thank you so much and it works
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killerdan56 said:
Chromecast + Avia + Showbox= good times
I love how i can choose avia as the player from showbox and chromecast the movie/show to my tv with excellent quality :laugh:
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Thanks, best tip I've gotten in a while!

Can anyone pm me how to get this to work? I don't get how you guys get it to work but I'm getting chromcast does not currently support that format. Do I need a certain version or what
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I can get it to play downloaded shows but not play now. ... Anyone else able to stream without downloading?
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Thank you!! Totally works and is just plain awesome .

What kind of quality are you guys getting with Chromecast? I was considering buying one so that I don't need to keep taking videos from my phone to my laptop to play on the TV, but I'm a little hesitant with devices like this because of a very, very bad experience with Apple TV.

I've been using AllCast with my Roku3 and it's awesome. I'm assuming it is the same concept. I'll have to check out Avia.
This is basically the whole reason I bought a Chromecast was for when I travel, I can just plug in the Chromecast and send movies to the in-room TV along with Netflix and such. I'm tired of watching movies and shows that I pay for on a 7" screen when there is a 42" TV just 10' away. Glad that I can finally start using it now that development is picking up.
All I need is:
Netflix
Hulu
Play videos off my mobile

mrzilla said:
What kind of quality are you guys getting with Chromecast? I was considering buying one so that I don't need to keep taking videos from my phone to my laptop to play on the TV, but I'm a little hesitant with devices like this because of a very, very bad experience with Apple TV.
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As long as you stay within the Chromecast's limits and your network's limits, looks good. My TV says Chromecast is feeding it 1080p.
Played Taken 2 via HBO GO and it looked great.

bhiga said:
As long as you stay within the Chromecast's limits and your network's limits, looks good. My TV says Chromecast is feeding it 1080p.
Played Taken 2 via HBO GO and it looked great.
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Well, then, if it plays HBO Go that well, I wouldn't imagine it'll have any issues with Netflix or a video on the device itself.
Thanks

mrzilla said:
Well, then, if it plays HBO Go that well, I wouldn't imagine it'll have any issues with Netflix or a video on the device itself.
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On-device is subject to Chromecast's format restrictions.
Remember that HBO GO, YouTube, Netflix, etc already have and serve their content in Chromecast-compatible format.

player911 said:
I've been using AllCast with my Roku3 and it's awesome. I'm assuming it is the same concept. I'll have to check out Avia.
I can just plug in the Chromecast and send movies to the in-room TV along with Netflix and such.
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Well it may not be quite as easy as all that depending on the Hotel and how they have their network AUTH set up.
Many set up AP Isolation so two devices on the network can't talk to each other....
In some cases it will require Certificate Auth (such as going to a web browser first) which is not going to be very conducive to connecting the Chromecast.
Miracast makes a direct connection but that might preclude you from connecting to the Hotel AP for content on the Web...
Just a forewarning...

Youtube connection problems

Having problems of late connecting youtube to chromecast some videos work some don't... Unrooted .... am I the only one?
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ROADKING17 said:
Having problems of late connecting youtube to chromecast some videos work some don't... Unrooted .... am I the only one?
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My CC is un-rooted and I just casted a two hour long YouTube video to keep my little sisters entertained. If you still have the issue in the morning, I'll cast some more to see if you're the only one.
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r3pwn said:
My CC is un-rooted and I just casted a two hour long YouTube video to keep my little sisters entertained. If you still have the issue in the morning, I'll cast some more to see if you're the only one.
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Thanks it's small clips I get the spinning wheel on my tv... Before it would connect with no problem and now for about a week not it plays some then not play others
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ROADKING17 said:
Thanks it's small clips I get the spinning wheel on my tv... Before it would connect with no problem and now for about a week not it plays some then not play others
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Have you tried factory resetting your Chromecast? (may or may not help, but won't cause any damage)
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r3pwn said:
Have you tried factory resetting your Chromecast? (may or may not help, but won't cause any damage)
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No but I'll take that next step I'll report back if any thing happens
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ROADKING17 said:
No but I'll take that next step I'll report back if any happens
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Okay. I'll be sleeping, but someone else may be by here to try to help you before I get up in the morning.
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r3pwn said:
Okay. I'll be sleeping, but someone else may be by here to try to help you before I get up in the morning.
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Ok no problem thanks for the reply
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Reseted the chromecast still having problems on certain youtube videos I tried different phones tablets etc and still no go. I'm thinking it's the youtube app itself last update really screwed things up
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