This $30 streamer is the Google TV Chromecast replacement I need
Android Authority • • technology
Key Points:
- Walmart is set to release the Onn 4K Streaming Stick, a $30 Google TV streaming device aimed at filling the affordability gap left by Google's discontinued $50 Chromecast with Google TV.
- The Onn stick offers 4K playback, Dolby Atmos support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Google Cast, and voice controls, providing a core Google TV experience similar to more expensive devices but at a significantly lower price.
- Hardware specs include a quad-core Cortex-A55 processor, Mali G57 GPU, 2GB RAM, and 8GB storage, which should suffice for smooth navigation and everyday streaming despite not being high-end.
- This device targets users wanting a simple, budget-friendly streaming solution for secondary TVs or older sets, especially those already invested in the Google ecosystem, as it supports Google TV and casting.
- While cheap streaming sticks may face performance and update challenges over time, the Onn 4K Streaming Stick offers a convenient, cost-effective alternative amid no current plans from Google to release a new Chromecast with Google TV.
