For example, 1.36 is based on Chrome 70, while 1.40 - four versions higher - uses Chrome 74.īased on this, it appears that updates for the original Chromecast will likely continue to be based on Chrome 70, which is already approaching one year old, going forward. Using information from, we know that the middle portion of the Chromecast firmware version number roughly indicates which version of Chrome is used. We’re thrilled that some of our earliest adopters are still enjoying the first-generation device, and we continue to update it with bug and security fixes. We asked Google for confirmation on whether the original Chromecast would continue to be updated, and they had this to share.Ĭhromecast recently celebrated its 6th birthday.
Remaining on an older firmware version would all but confirm that the original Chromecast will not see any new feature updates that may arrive on its newer siblings. Looking at the “Preview Program” versions of Chromecast firmware paints an even worse picture. While all the other Chromecast hardware is on version 14, the 1st Gen Chromecast is all the way back on version 68. If you take a quick gander at the Google Support page detailing the newest firmware version available each Chromecast device, you’ll likely notice that the original Chromecast is on a much lower update than the other devices. Like every other platform, this underlying Chrome browser needs to be updated, and this is done through regular firmware updates.
It seems that, after six years of service, Google is beginning to wind down its support for the original, first-generation Chromecast by discontinuing major updates.Īs the name would suggest, at the heart of every Chromecast is the Google Chrome browser, which connects to the web to stream the page or video you asked for. Since then, the company has released the 4K Chromecast Ultra, the audio-only Chromecast Audio, and two hardware refreshes in 20. Google introduced us all to the Chromecast back in 2013, allowing us to easily and affordably play movies and more on our TV, using our phones.
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