Google’s long-awaited casting function is right here however not for the machine we would like (Replace: Rolling out)

Replace, October 24, 2024 (03:53 PM ET): After formally saying the roll-out final week, it seems to be like Google has lastly began flipping this new casting function on for eligible {hardware}. 9to5Google now stories seeing the brand new controls seem on UWB-equipped Pixel telephones operating Google Play Providers model 24.42.32. For the second, availability nonetheless seems fairly restricted, and it might be a while earlier than Google permits this assist in every single place.

Unique article, October 15, 2024 (12:00 PM ET): Google revealed the nifty capacity to forged media between the Pixel Pill and Pixel telephones again in January. It’s been some time since this function was introduced, but it surely’s lastly prepared for prime time as a part of the newest Pixel Drop.

Google confirmed that the forged to close by gadgets function is launching within the “subsequent few weeks” and can assist Spotify tracks and YouTube movies.

“All it’s important to do is convey your cellphone near your pill and your favourite Spotify songs or YouTube movies will seamlessly transfer over with out the additional steps of tapping the forged icon,” the corporate defined.

What concerning the Google TV Streamer?

Google mentioned the forged to close by gadgets function is accessible on the Pixel Pill, Pixel 6 Professional, Pixel 7 Professional, Pixel 8 Professional, Pixel 9 Professional telephones, the Pixel Fold, and the Pixel 9 Professional Fold. Curiously, the usual Pixels and Pixel-A telephones are lacking from this listing. Maybe essentially the most obtrusive omission is the not too long ago launched Google TV Streamer. In truth, you could possibly make a robust argument that this function makes way more sense on a streaming TV gadget than on an Android pill.

We’re guessing Google is counting on UWB connectivity for this performance, which is lacking from the Google TV Streamer, commonplace Pixel flagships, and mid-range Pixel telephones.

Contributor Mishaal Rahman first reported on this function final 12 months earlier than Google introduced it at CES 2024. We additionally found extra particulars about it in an APK teardown in March, so it’s definitely been within the pipeline for some time. We hope this function lands on streaming devices and extra Android gadgets because it definitely makes for a extra seamless expertise in concept.