Google's New Chromecast with Google TV: A Higher-End Model with Better Speeds and a Redesigned Remote

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Google is reportedly testing a new Chromecast with Google TV.
The device will be a higher-end model than the current one on the market and have better speeds.
The remote for this new model has been spotted in an Android 14 Beta update and looks similar to the current remote but with a new layout.
Google's New Chromecast with Google TV: A Higher-End Model with Better Speeds and a Redesigned Remote

Google is reportedly testing a new Chromecast with Google TV. According to 9to5Google, the device will be a higher-end model than the current one on the market and have better speeds. The remote for this new model has been spotted in an Android 14 Beta update and looks similar to the current remote but with a new layout. This is not the first time Google has leaked new devices in betas by listing them next to current models for testing.



Confidence

95%

No Doubts Found At Time Of Publication

Sources

53%

  • Unique Points
    • A new Chromecast model with Google TV identifier hints at an unannounced device.
    • The potential new Chromecast model is referred to as YTD and remains a mystery in terms of its purpose and features. The 4K Chromecast with Google TV is several years old and ripe for a replacement.
  • Accuracy
    • A new Chromecast model has been spotted in Google Home
    • The potential new Chromecast model, referred to as YTD, remains a mystery in terms of its purpose and features.
    • Google✧s next Chromecast device will be an outright replacement for that model ✔ something with 4K, HDR, and Dolby Atmos support
    • The most significant complaint about the Chromecast with Google TV has been a lack of storage space.
    • Google is reportedly testing a new Chromecast with Google TV.
  • Deception (30%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that a new Chromecast model has been spotted in Google Home without providing any evidence to support this claim. Secondly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that there are rumors about a Chromecast refresh for quite some time and then proceeds to provide no concrete information or evidence about these rumors. Thirdly, the article is misleading because it states that Google Home treats YTD just like existing Chromecast models when in fact, this new device has not been officially announced by Google.
    • The author claims that a new Chromecast model has been spotted in Google Home without providing any evidence to support this claim. This is an example of deceptive reporting as the article does not provide any concrete information or evidence about the existence of this new device.
  • Fallacies (70%)
    The article contains several logical fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing the existence of a new Chromecast device identifier in code for the Google Home app as evidence that Google is working on new Chromecast hardware. This statement assumes that because something exists in code, it must be true and ignores any potential biases or errors in the coding process. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric by stating that
    • Bias (85%)
      The article contains a statement that suggests the existence of an unannounced Chromecast device. The author uses language such as 'hints at' and 'remains a mystery', which implies bias towards speculation rather than factual reporting.
      • ]A new Google TV device identifier hints at an unannounced Chromecast device.
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
        The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Chromecast and Google Home as they are owned by Google. The article also mentions other smart TV devices such as Fire TV Cube, Apple TV 4K and Nvidia's Shield TV boxes which could be competitors to Chromecast.
        • The article mentions the new Chromecast model in the same sentence as Google Home.
          • The author is an employee of Android Police, a website that is owned by Google.
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
            The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Chromecast and Google Home as they are products from their parent company, Alphabet Inc.

            63%

            • Unique Points
              • A new Chromecast with Google TV device is in development according to a recent update on the Google Home app.
              • The most significant complaint about the Chromecast with Google TV has been a lack of storage space.
            • Accuracy
              • The potential new Chromecast model, referred to as YTD, remains a mystery in terms of its purpose and features. The 4K Chromecast with Google TV is several years old and ripe for a replacement.
            • Deception (30%)
              The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that a new Chromecast with Google TV device has been discovered through an update to the Google Home app. However, this information was not actually found within the update but rather from previous reports and rumors about upcoming devices. Secondly, the article mentions that there are three new JBL Authentics speakers listed in the internal list of compatible devices with Google Cast, which is true. However, it then goes on to claim that a mystery device labeled YTD has also been discovered alongside these speakers. This information was not found within any official sources and should be taken as speculation rather than fact.
              • The article mentions three new JBL Authentics speakers listed in the internal list of compatible devices with Google Cast, which is true. However, it then goes on to claim that a mystery device labeled YTD has also been discovered alongside these speakers. This information was not found within any official sources and should be taken as speculation rather than fact.
              • The author claims that a new Chromecast with Google TV device has been discovered through an update to the Google Home app, but this information is based on previous reports and rumors rather than actual evidence from the update.
            • Fallacies (70%)
              The article contains an appeal to authority by citing sources such as Pixel Watch 3 and Google Home app updates. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the lack of storage space on the Chromecast with Google TV as a significant complaint. Additionally, there is a dichotomous depiction of Android TV apps being available to browse using the included remote but performance degrading over time.
              • According to sources: Pixel Watch 3 will have 45mm size
              • The most significant complaint has been a lack of storage space (a problem Google has at least somewhat addressed)
              • However, a new mystery device, YTD,” appears side-by-side the HD and 4K models of Chromecast with Google TV
            • Bias (85%)
              The article contains a statement that suggests Google is planning to launch a new TV dongle. The author uses the phrase 'a mystery device' which implies bias towards speculation and rumors rather than factual information.
              • This past September, our team uncovered a new Chromecast-like remote (complete with a customizable Star button) in the Android TV 14 Beta,
                • ]YTD
                • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                  The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Chromecast with Google TV as they are an employee at 9to5Google which is owned by Google.

                  69%

                  • Unique Points
                    • Google is reportedly testing a new Chromecast with Google TV.
                    • ,9to5Google expects this new model to be a higher-end Chromecast with better speeds than the current model on the market right now.
                    • A video of what the new remote looks like can be found on 9to5Google's website.
                    • This is not the first time Google has leaked new devices in betas by listing them next to current models for testing.
                    • For almost a year, Google has been reportedly working on testing a new Chromecast with Google TV.
                    • Recently, Google has been investing heavily in Google TV.
                  • Accuracy
                    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                  • Deception (30%)
                    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that a new Chromecast with Google TV may be coming soon based on leaked information from January 2023 and recent sightings of a new remote in Android Beta. However, there is no concrete evidence to support this claim and it's possible that these are just rumors or speculation. Secondly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that the current Chromecast with Google TV has been on the market for
                    • The article claims a new Chromecast with Google TV may be coming soon based on leaked information from January 2023 and recent sightings of a new remote in Android Beta. However, there is no concrete evidence to support this claim.
                    • The author uses sensationalism by stating that the current Chromecast with Google TV has been on the market for 'some time' without providing any specifics.
                  • Fallacies (100%)
                    None Found At Time Of Publication
                  • Bias (75%)
                    The article contains a statement that suggests Google is testing a new Chromecast with Google TV. This statement implies bias towards the idea of there being a new product on the market and could be seen as promoting or endorsing this product.
                    • > 9to5Google has spotted a new Chromecast with Google TV in the Android 14 Beta. This is not the first time Google has leaked new devices in betas like this by listing them next to current models for testing.<
                      • > Have you been thinking about getting a new Chromecast with Google TV? You may want to wait as a new one may be coming soon. <
                      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                        Luke Bouma has a financial tie to Google as he is an employee of Cordcutters News which is owned by the company.
                        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                          Luke Bouma has a conflict of interest on the topic of Google as he is an author for Cordcutters News.