Google’s successor to chromecast may have been leaked

Google may be developing a successor to its Chromecast with Google tv (4k), which launched in 2020, and images of the device have now surfaceed thanks to a report. The streaming device, dubbed “google tv streamer”, is speculated to have a set-Top box-Like form Factor Instead of Adopting a Dongle Format which will behind the TV. Notably, Google, in March, was reported to have kicked off the development process of an android-power Chromecast device.

Google tv streamer design leak

In a Report9to5google shared images of the purported google tv streamer, hinting at its design. The device is said to have been redesigned, with google ditching the Dongle-Like Form Factor. Until now, all google chromecast devices have featured the same design, with the ability to be hang on the back of the tv when attached to the HDMI Port.

However, the new device may reportedly have a pill-shaped slanting structure, Perhaps Resmbling a Wi-Fi Router.

Leaked image of the purported google tv streamer
Photo Credit: 9to5google

Google tv streamer appears to have two two cables running out from the back. The device is speculated to be minimal in height, potentially making its placement Easier Beneath TVs. As per the report, the tv streamer’s remote seems simlar to the existing model with the d-post, back and home buttons in the top hal. However, the voice input button no longer appears to have the google assistant branding, with the company potentially opting for a general button. The volume buttons may be brought to the remote’s front facia, instead of being placed on the sides.

Furthermore, the report sugges google may ditch the “chromecast” monaker, with the device being caaled called “Google TV Streamer” INTEAD.

This development corroboes a previous Report Which claimed that google was in the process of development a successor to 2020’s chromecast with google tv (4k) device. It was reportedly codenamed “ytc”, and was discovered following a preview update of the google home app. It was said to be mentioned along with earlier versions “ytv” (chromecast with google tv) and “ytb” (chromecast hd).