Videostream for Google Chromecast™
Play your downloaded videos on the Chromecast™ (any file type)
What is Videostream for Google Chromecast™?
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Summary
Play your own local videos on your Chromecast or Android TV directly from your computer (PC, Mac, Linux) - Subtitles supported!
You can grab our corresponding Android and iOS remote apps too!
Having problems? team@getvideostream.com http://www.reddit.com/r/videostream
==== Background permission explained: This lets the mobile apps connect without launching Videostream so you can browse and start videos without opening the desktop app! Also it makes us more stable and lets you close the tab while videos are playing :)
Common issues: Can be fixed by following the options in the "Help" menu!
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Pros
- Used to work amazingly for years
- Good solution for the user's issue
- No other app comes close to the functionality
Cons
- App does not work on Mac
- Won't open or launch
- No more updates and seems out of date
- Issues with a firewall management utility
- Performance issues like freezing, even on 720p videos
Most mentioned
- Does not open or launch
- No longer works on various operating systems including Linux and Mac
- Issues since Chrome version update
- Lack of developer response or updates
- Used to work well but now has performance issues
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Safety
Risk impact
Videostream for Google Chromecast™ is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Videostream for Google Chromecast™ if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Videostream for Google Chromecast™ has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.