Google Home update restores support for older Chromecast streamers, Home Mini
A rogue Google Home update earlier this year partially broke support for some older Chromecast streamers and other devices, but the latest update has restored it. more…
A recent Google Home update has restored compatibility with older Chromecast streaming devices and the Google Home Mini. The update addresses an issue that partially disabled support for specific older models, including the original 2013 Chromecast device and the 2015 version. Users reported problems with setup and functionality, particularly when using the Android version of the Google Home app.
Google confirmed that the issue has been resolved in version 4.26 of the app, which is currently available for download via the Play Store. To rectify the problem, users are advised to factory reset their devices or update the Google Home app to version 4.26. The update is expected to ensure that users can continue utilizing their older Chromecast streaming devices and the Google Home Mini without any technical difficulties.
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