Google Halts Chromecast Sales, Unveils Successor

Google has recently discontinued the Chromecast and introduced a new product to replace it. Find out what the new device is.

Google Ends Sales of Chromecast

After much anticipation, Google has officially ceased sales of its flagship product, the Chromecast. This follows Google’s announcement last August that it would stop producing the Chromecast line, now replaced by the more powerful and pricier Google TV Streamer.

Replacing Chromecast with the Google TV Streamer

Google continued to sell Chromecast on its Google Store until stock was depleted. Just over six months later, stocks have run out, and purchasing a Chromecast through the Google Store is no longer possible. Product pages for the Chromecast with Google TV 4K and Chromecast HD now display a “Product unavailable” message.

Chromecast Still Available on Other Platforms

For those still looking for the budget-friendly Chromecast, it appears to remain available on platforms such as Best Buy and Amazon, though how long it will remain available is uncertain.

Alternatives to Chromecast

For those seeking a less expensive streaming device, considering alternatives like the Roku Streaming Stick or the Amazon Fire TV Stick could be wise, both of which are top streaming devices currently on the market. Google has confirmed that existing Chromecast users will receive updates at least until the release of Android 14, which has not yet been launched.