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Chromecast Audio
1,628 reviews • $25

Chromecast Audio is a small media streaming device that plugs into the AUX input of your speaker, making your speaker WiFi enabled. Use your iPhone, iPad, Android phone or tablet, Mac or Windows laptop, or Chromebook to cast your favorite music, radio stations and podcasts to any speaker in the house.

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  • SPECS
  • Released (Live)
    September 29, 2015
    (4 years ago)
    Wi-Fi
    3.5mm Audio Jack Input
    Power cable
    2.1 inches ('')
    2.1 inches ('')
    0.5 inches ('')
    0.09 pounds (lb)
    Black

    + Chromecast Audio
    + 3.5mm analog stereo patch cable
    + Power cable, power adapter
    + Owner's manual
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  • REVIEWS
  • Source Reviews Action
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    1,628 reviews
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  • LOWEST PRICE
  • Webshop Price Action
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    Current Lowest $25.00 Jul 13, 2017
    Current Average $25.00 Jul 13, 2017
    Highest $35.00 Jul 09, 2017
    Lowest $25.00 Jul 13, 2017
  • COMPATIBILITIES / WORKS WITH

  • The Chromecast Audio
    is currently compatible with the below
    2 smart home products.

  • APPS
  • ANSWERS

    • Q1: What is a Chromecast Audio?

      The Chromecast Audio is a:

    • Q2: What was the release/launch date of the Chromecast Audio?

      The first generation of the Chromecast Audio was launched on Tuesday, September 29, 2015, basically 1 year ago.

    • Q3: Where can I buy a Chromecast Audio?

      Smart Home DB has identified the following online retailer via which the Chromecast Audio can be purchased:


      Webshop Price Action
      Best Buy $ 25.00 View

    • Q4: How do I install / setup the Chromecast Audio myself?

    • Q5: Can I access/control/program the Chromecast Audio via a mobile phone app?

      Yes, the Chromecast Audio has the following mobile apps for Android and iOS:

      4.2 / 5
      381,041
      3 / 5
      6,136

    • Q6: Can I access/control/program the Chromecast Audio via a web browser interface?

      No, the Chromecast Audio has no web browser interface at the moment.


    • Q7: Does the Chromecast Audio have an Android App?

      Yes, the Chromecast Audio has the following Android App:
      4.2 / 5
      381,041

      In addition, the Chromecast Audio also has an app for iOS:

      3 / 5
      6,136

    • Q8: Does the Chromecast Audio have an iOS App?

      Yes, the Chromecast Audio has the following iOS App:
      3 / 5
      6,136

      In addition, the Chromecast Audio also has an app for Android:

      4.2 / 5
      381,041

    • Q9: Does the Chromecast Audio have a Windows Phone App?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio has no Windows Phone App at the moment.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when the Windows Phone App is officially released:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio does have apps for Android and iOS:

      4.2 / 5
      381,041
      3 / 5
      6,136

    • Q10: Does the Chromecast Audio have a Web Browser Interface?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio has no Web Browser Interface at the moment.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when the Web Browser Interface is officially released:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio does have apps for Android and iOS:

      4.2 / 5
      381,041
      3 / 5
      6,136

    • Q11: Does the Chromecast Audio have a Windows / Desktop / PC App?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio has no Windows / Desktop / PC App at the moment.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when the Windows / Desktop / PC App is officially released:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio does have apps for Android and iOS:

      4.2 / 5
      381,041
      3 / 5
      6,136

    • Q12: Does the Chromecast Audio require a monthly service fee?

      No, the Chromecast Audio requires no monthly service fee.

    • Q13: Can I access the Chromecast Audio remotely, even when I am not at home?

      No, the Chromecast Audio does not facilitate remote access at the moment.

    • Q14: Does the Chromecast Audio have an IFTTT Channel?

      No, the Chromecast Audio has no IFTTT Channel at the moment.

    • Q15: With which products is the Chromecast Audio compatible / 'works with'?

      The Chromecast Audio is currently compatible / 'works with' 1 product.

    • Q16: Does the Chromecast Audio save energy?

      No, the Chromecast Audio does not save energy.

    • Q17: Does the Chromecast Audio improve my health?

      No, the Chromecast Audio does not improve your health.

    • Q18: Does the Chromecast Audio improve my safety?

      No, the Chromecast Audio does not improve your safety.

    • Q19: Is the Chromecast Audio dependent on other hardware such as a gateway or hub?

      No, the Chromecast Audio does not require any other hardware for proper product usability.

    • Q20: Which connectivity / radio protocols does the Chromecast Audio support?

      The Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q21: Does the Chromecast Audio support Wi-Fi connectivity?

      Yes, the Chromecast Audio does support Wi-Fi connectivity by default as a stand-alone product.

      In addition, the Chromecast Audio also supports the following connectivity / radio protocol:

      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q22: Does the Chromecast Audio support ZigBee connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support ZigBee connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when ZigBee connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q23: Does the Chromecast Audio support Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave US (908 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q24: Does the Chromecast Audio support Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave EU (868 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q25: Does the Chromecast Audio support Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Z-Wave AU (921 MHz) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q26: Does the Chromecast Audio support 6LoWPAN connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support 6LoWPAN connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when 6LoWPAN connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q27: Does the Chromecast Audio support Bluetooth connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Bluetooth connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Bluetooth connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q28: Does the Chromecast Audio support HomeKit connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support HomeKit connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when HomeKit connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q29: Does the Chromecast Audio support Thread connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Thread connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Thread connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q30: Does the Chromecast Audio support AllJoyn connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support AllJoyn connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when AllJoyn connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q31: Does the Chromecast Audio support Lutron Clear Connect connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Lutron Clear Connect connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Lutron Clear Connect connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q32: Does the Chromecast Audio support Infrared (IR) connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Infrared (IR) connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Infrared (IR) connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q33: Does the Chromecast Audio support Ethernet connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Ethernet connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Ethernet connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q34: Does the Chromecast Audio support X10 connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support X10 connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when X10 connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q35: Does the Chromecast Audio support AirPlay connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support AirPlay connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when AirPlay connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q36: Does the Chromecast Audio support DECT connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support DECT connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when DECT connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q37: Does the Chromecast Audio support HDMI connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support HDMI connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when HDMI connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q38: Does the Chromecast Audio support Play-Fi connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Play-Fi connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Play-Fi connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q39: Does the Chromecast Audio support Google Cast connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support Google Cast connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when Google Cast connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q40: Does the Chromecast Audio support USB connectivity?

      No, unfortunately the Chromecast Audio does not support USB connectivity by default at the moment as a stand-alone product.

      Please submit your email to be alerted when USB connectivity is officially integrated:

      Currently the Chromecast Audio supports the following connectivity / radio protocols:

      Wi-Fi
      3.5mm Audio Jack

    • Q41: What type of power supply does the Chromecast Audio use?

      The Chromecast Audio uses a Power Cable/Adapter as power supply.

    • Q42: What are the dimensions (height / width / depth) of the Chromecast Audio?

      2.1 inches ('') 5.2 centimeters (cm) 52 millimeters (mm)
      2.1 inches ('') 5.2 centimeters (cm) 52 millimeters (mm)
      0.5 inches ('') 1.3 centimeters (cm) 13 millimeters (mm)

    • Q43: What is the weight of the Chromecast Audio?

      0.09 pounds (lb) 39 grams (g) 1.38 ounces (oz)

    • Q44: In which colors is the Chromecast Audio available?

      Black

    • Q45: What is in the box / the box content of a purchased Chromecast Audio?

      • Chromecast Audio
      • 3.5mm analog stereo patch cable
      • Power cable, power adapter
      • Owner's manual

    • Q46: Where can I find troubleshooting / help support for the Chromecast Audio?

    • Q47: What are the best alternatives to the Chromecast Audio?

      In case you are considering an alternative to / similar product like the Chromecast Audio, we recommend to review the following products:

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