4K Chromecast With Google TV Finally Gets Android 12 Upgrade
Since its launch in 2020, the Chromecast with Google TV has been stuck using Android TV 10, but an OS upgrade is finally rolling out this week.
The recently released Chromecast with Google TV (HD) shipped with Android TV 12, but the older 4K-capable Chromecast media streamer continued to run an old version of the OS. Now, as Android Police reports(Opens in a new window), a 722MB update includes the upgrade to Android 12.
The update can be triggered by navigating to Settings > System > About > System update, but it may not appear just yet for all users. Once installed, it adds new settings for controlling the HDR format and surround sound. It's also possible to switch between frame rates for different content and a range of bug fixes/performance improvements are included.
On the security front, the update includes the July 2022 Android security patch, increased security and privacy options, and new camera and mic privacy toggles so they can easily be disabled by the user. Existing users will also be happy to hear Google solved the problem whereby the Chromecast would stop recognizing USB-C hubs after a reboot.
Unfortunately, some owners who have installed the update claim the experience of using Android TV 12 is much slower. Multiple users on Reddit(Opens in a new window) state the user interface was "snappier" on Android TV 10.
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