Get Fully Briefed with Yahoo Finance, delivered straight to your inbox.
While many modern TVs already have streaming services baked in, you might still need (or want) a dedicated device for accessing the likes of Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. The Chromecast with Google TV is a solid option and it’s currently on sale once again at a record low price of $40. That’s $10 less than it typically costs.
Buy Chromecast with Google TV at Amazon – $40
We gave the device a score of 86 in our review after being impressed with the voice remote. The dongle has Google Assistant support, of course, and along with telling a smart speaker what you want to watch, you can simply bark instructions at the remote. It’s a cinch to navigate the Google TV interface with the remote, which includes dedicated buttons for launching YouTube and Netflix. In addition, the dongle provides access to YouTube TV, Hulu, Disney+, Prime Video, Apple TV+ and HBO Max, among many other streaming services. There’s support for 4K HDR content, as well as Dolby Vision and Atmos.
You can also use the device to play games through Google Stadia if you have a compatible controller. Despite recent rumors to the contrary, Google has said Stadia isn’t going away. On top of that, you’ll have the option to effectively use your TV as a smart display when you’re not streaming something. Chromecast with Google TV can show live feeds from some security cameras, display weather forecasts and help you control smart home devices, all with the aid of Google Assistant. The Ambient Mode, meanwhile, can display your Google Photos when you’re not actively watching, playing or listening to anything.
Follow @EngadgetDeals on Twitter and subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter for the latest tech deals and buying advice.
If the Reserve Bank hikes the cash rate by 0.50 per cent again tomorrow, mortgage holders will be paying up big. Here’s what the Big Banks are forecasting.
Dreaming of a high-rolling getaway? Peek inside some of Australia's most luxurious mansions for hire.
Now is the best time to look for your next job. Here's how LinkedIn will help you land the career of your dreams.
Every capital city except one saw property prices fall yet again in September. This is what you need to know.
Never travel economy class again. Here are five insider tips to get the best bang for your frequent flyer buck.