google streamer question

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graham007

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#317943 29-Nov-2024 10:12

google streamer question , any early adopters.

am considering buying this to upgrade from the normal chromecast non remote version i have been using , no problems as such , 90% of times, 10% times probably some buffering from laptop.

so my main question was : can the new streamer sit behind the tv and will the remote control work ok , or does it have to be in sight that is should it be in the view of the remote . asking because i dont have the cabinet space to have it open and in display.

outdoorsnz

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#3314114 29-Nov-2024 10:49

Just like the google tv chromecast, the remote is bluetooth so the streamer can be placed anywhere.

You'd only need line of sight to control other devices that use infrared...

elpenguino

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#3314116 29-Nov-2024 10:55

Works well and removes need for having a phone to choose content (on chromecast) which was the main reason for choosing it.

Only gripe is the remote is a bit small and white so disappears in the bed sometimes.

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farcus

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#3314164 29-Nov-2024 13:10

graham007:

google streamer question , any early adopters.

am considering buying this to upgrade from the normal chromecast non remote version i have been using , no problems as such , 90% of times, 10% times probably some buffering from laptop.

so my main question was : can the new streamer sit behind the tv and will the remote control work ok , or does it have to be in sight that is should it be in the view of the remote . asking because i dont have the cabinet space to have it open and in display.

It has no mounting points so you will need velcro or something if you want to mount it to the back of the TV. Needs a separate HDMI cable as well that is not included.