Chromecast Bluetooth: Your Guide to All Questions Answered

If you’re here to discover whether Chromecast supports Bluetooth capabilities, you’re in the correct spot! Indeed, Chromecast includes Bluetooth technology, but it’s only accessible in models from 2019 and later.

Chromecast is a streaming device developed by Google that connects to a TV or monitor via an HDMI port.

In 2013, Google launched the first Chromecast and released Chromecast Ultra in 2016. And in 2020, the Chromecast with Google TV 4K and the latest is the 1080p model.

There are over 55 million users of Chromecast, followed by Amazon Fire TV with 50 million users.

In this article, I’ll help you pick your brain about everything you need to know about Chromecast and its Bluetooth capabilities.

Let’s get to it!

Does Chromecast use Bluetooth or WiFi?

Chromecast use WiFi.

Chromecast is connected to the TV through an HDMI cord and will need a WiFi connection to cast from devices like smartphones and laptops.

And if you don’t have a WiFi connection, you can still use Chromecast using the following techniques:

• Use a Chromecast power adapter. You’ll need an active ethernet port.
• Use Connectify Hotspot on a laptop. You’ll require an active internet connection.
• Connect to Chromecast using a travel router for WLAN.
• Use a mobile hotspot.
• Use WLAN without the internet for mirroring a device.
• Use Chromecast Guest Mode.

Learn more tips on how to use Google Chromecast in the video below.

Can I use a Chromecast without WiFi?

You can use Chromecast without WiFi.

The easiest way to do it is to put it on Guest Mode. However, the issue is that you need the host to be connected to a WiFi network for you to be able to use Chromecast.

If you are a host, follow these steps to activate Guest Mode for the first time:

1. Go to the Google Home app and tap your device.
2. Navigate to Settings.
3. Tap Recognition and Sharing.
4. Tap Guest Mode.
5. Turn on Guest Mode.

On the other hand, if you are the guest, follow these steps:

For Android users: Go to Settings > Google > Devices & Sharing > Cast Options > Guest Mode

Can I use Bluetooth to cast to my TV?

You can use Bluetooth to cast to your TV.

Bluetooth is used to establish a wireless connection between two devices. It can also be used to screen mirror or cast your phone to the TV.

The issue is that the connection is too slow and you will not be able to enjoy the full features of the TV with the Bluetooth connection.

That being said, Bluetooth isn’t always recommended.

Moreover, not all TVs are compatible with Bluetooth, especially the older versions which makes screen mirroring or casting to the device impossible.

Here’s how to cast Bluetooth to the TV:

1. Turn on Bluetooth mode on your device.
2. Go to Settings on your TV and turn on Bluetooth.
3. Search for the Bluetooth device and tap to pair.
4. When the pairing is done, you’ll be able to cast your screen on the TV.

Can I Chromecast from my phone to my TV without WiFi?

The answer is NO. You’ll need a WiFi connection to Chromecast from your phone to the TV.

On the other hand, you can screen mirror from your phone to the TV without a WiFi connection. For example, you can use Miracast, a wireless technology that creates a connection between the receiving and the sending device.

How do I set up Chromecast without WiFi or ethernet cable?

Here are the steps for setting up Chromecast without WiFi or ethernet cable:

1. Go to the Google Home app.
2. Tap the icon of the desired Chromecast.
3. Tap Cast then Cast Screen.

Interesting Facts about Chromecast

• The original Chromecast launched in 2013, priced at a surprising $35, making it a disruptor in the streaming device market.
• The idea for Chromecast stemmed from the frustration of navigating clunky TV interfaces for online content.
• Chromecast’s popularity led to the development of Google Cast, a protocol allowing other devices to cast content to compatible screens.
• There have been Chromecast variations beyond just video, including the Chromecast Audio for streaming music to speakers.

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Conclusion

Chromecast is cool. You can use it with or without a WiFi connection and is also Bluetooth compatible.

Some TVs do have built-in Chromecast and you won’t need the device to cast from your smartphone or laptop.

Not all Chromecast is Bluetooth compatible – it depends on the model.

Read here to know more about how to use Chromecast.

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