When Chromecast launched — community reactions 2013

[JenStream]

Hi everyone! Starting this thread to discuss the topic and hear from others with similar experiences. Happy to answer questions and share more details if needed.

 

[AlexDigital]

Chromecast at $35 was a shock. Didn't think it was real.

 

[PaulHD]

The cast model was clever. Phone as the controller.

 

[DaveStreamer]

Wifi Direct casting felt like magic in 2013.

 

[mark_wifi]

It had very limited app support at launch but grew fast.

 

[AlexDigital]

Google's ecosystem advantage made Chromecast popular quickly.

 

[Moderator_Max]

The competitor reactions to Chromecast were interesting. Everyone scrambled.

 

[chris_tv]

Amazon refused to sell Chromecast. Remember that?

 

[chris_tv]

Amazon's own Fire TV was their response to Chromecast essentially.

 

[AlexDigital]

Fire TV launched in 2014 specifically to counter Chromecast.

 

[TechMike88]

The streaming stick wars of 2014-2015 were exciting to watch.

 

[TechMike88]

Competition drove prices down and quality up. Consumers won.

 

[mark_wifi]

Chromecast still exists and still works well in 2024. Solid product.