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Chromecast Ultra UK release date, price, features and specs: What is Chromecast Ultra?
These simple media streaming devices plug into the HDMI port on the back of your TV and allow you to send video content from smartphones, tablets, and laptops. The first model came out back in 2013 and Google updated it last year, but on 4 October Google launched a new 4K compatible version. The new 4K Chromecast supports 4K, HDR and Dolby Vision. According to Google it’s also 1.8x faster than previous Chromecast devices. It also has Ethernet support, where you can plug it directly into your router and not have to worry about a stable Wi-Fi connection. Also see: How to set up a Chromecast.
Chromecast Ultra UK release date and price: When is the 4K Chromecast coming out? How much will the 4K Chromecast cost?
On 4 October, Google announced Chromecast Ultra, where it will come out in November 2016 and cost $79 / £69. The price comes to us at no surprise, as it offers better streaming capabilities and offers much higher resolution streaming.
Chromecast Ultra features: What to expect from 4K Chromecast
Obviously you’ll need a TV that supports 4K Ultra-HD in order to receive the 4K content, but a Chromecast will usually detect the maximum resolution of your display and match the content accordingly. In this respect you could buy the Chromecast 4K before you actually upgrade your TV and it will work as a HD streaming device without issue.
See: What can you watch on Google Chromecast in the UK? | Google I/O 2016 as it happened.
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Martyn has been involved with tech ever since the arrival of his ZX Spectrum back in the early 80s. He covers iOS, Android, Windows and macOS, writing tutorials, buying guides and reviews for Macworld and its sister site Tech Advisor.
