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Netflix Scales Back Phone-to-TV Casting, Leaving Only Legacy Support

Casting usage has waned, reducing demand.

Overview

  • In December, Netflix removed Google Cast functionality from its mobile apps for most smart TVs and streaming devices.
  • Casting now works only with older Chromecast dongles without remotes, Nest Hub smart displays, and select Vizio and Compal TVs.
  • The company declined to comment on the change.
  • A streaming service operator at CES said roughly 10 percent of Android users still cast content.
  • Industry responses vary: Google says Cast remains a priority, Apple added Cast to the Apple TV Android app, and Matter Casting adoption remains limited to select Amazon devices and a few apps such as Tubi.