After Chromecast was discontinued, Google introduced a new streaming device called Google TV Streamer. Android Authority confirmed at the Made by Google event that Google TV Streamer will be the first streaming device to run on the Android TV 14 operating system. However, Google will continue to support Chromecast for Google TV by upgrading it to Android TV 14 as well.
One key difference between the two devices is that Google TV Streamer supports the Thread protocol, allowing communication with other smart home devices in the household, a feature that Chromecast lacks. The Chromecast with Google TV (4K) will receive software support and security patches until September 2025, while the later released HD version will be supported until September 2027.
TLDR: Chromecast is being replaced by Google TV Streamer, which supports Thread protocol for communication with smart home devices and runs on Android TV 14. Google will continue to support Chromecast for Google TV by upgrading it to Android TV 14.
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