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		delecti on Sept 24, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Google Cache is fully dead Why install apps? It's a Chromecast, just cast to it. I've been using Chromecasts as my primary vehicle on my TV for 8 years, and never needed to install any apps. It seems like it defeats the purpose of the main distinguishing characteristic.

kozak on Sept 24, 2024 [–]

I use it mostly for the "Google TV" part, not for the "Chromecast" part.

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