Google is getting ready to launch a new Chromecast. A set of photos obtained by TecnoBlog shows images of a new, cheaper Chromecast that looks exactly like the Chromecast with Google TV. That one currently retails for US$ 50 – but is currently discounted by US$ 10 at major US retailers as of this post.
Though it’s visually identical to the
Chromecast with Google TV that launched back in 2020, it carries a different
model number: G454V. This model has gone through FCC certification already and
its rumored to be different internally. This unreleased Chromecast will run an
Amlogic S805X2 chip with AV1 support and 2GB of RAM. While it is less powerful
than the 4K model, it’s expected to support up to 1080p output resolution.
This cheaper Chromecast is expected to
also come with a voice remote, as per WinFuture. This new lower-cost Chromecast
could arrive during Google’s October 6 event where it will full launch the
Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, as well as the Pixel Watch and rumor has it there will
be some more Nest Home devices come as well.
It is expected that this low-cost
Chromecast will be sold at the same US$ 30 price point and may be deemed the new
entry-level Chromecast.
