Unit 6
Brad Kenel
Google Chromecast
What is Chromecast?
• Chromecast is a device that you plug into your TV's HDMI port, powered
by a USB cable (included). Using your smartphone or computer as a
remote control, you can use Chromecast to access video content from
Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, the Google Play Store and other services.
Specs For Chromecast
• Output: HDMI,CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)
compatible
• Max. OutputVideo Resolution: 1080p
• Dimensions:
• Device: 51.9 x 51.9 x 13.49 mm (not including cables
or accessories)
• Package: 124.4 mm x 42.85 mm x 124 mm
• Power cable: 1.75 m (69 in)
• Ports and connectors:
• HDMI
• Micro-USB
• Color: Black, Coral, Lemonade
• Weight: 39.1g (0.086 lbs)
• Wireless Standards: 802.11 b/g/n/acWi-Fi
(2.4GHz/5GHz)
• Wireless Security: WEP, WPA/WPA2
• Power: 5V, 1A power supply
Amazon Fire TV Stick
What is the Amazon Fire Stick?
• It's an easy way to enjoy over 250,000 TV episodes and movies on
Netflix, AmazonVideo, HBO GO, and Hulu, plus games, music, and
more. Amazon Fire TV is a tiny box that connects your HDTV to a world of
online entertainment.
Specs of the Fire Stick
• TYPE: Audio / video player
• AUDIO CODEC SUPPORT:
• AAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG
• VIDEO SERVICES:
• Netflix,Amazon,YouTube, Other
• VIDEO OUTPUTS:
• HDMI
• AUDIO OUTPUTS:
• via HDMI
• WIFI: Yes
Roku Streaming Stick
What is Roku Streaming Stick?
• It is a small device, not much larger than the typical thumb drive, that
plugs directly into a port on your TV and allows you to stream television
shows, movies, music, games and other content from the Internet, in
some cases without extra cables or remote controls.
Specs for the Roku Stick
• TYPE:
• Audio / video player
• VIDEO OUTPUTS:
• HDMI
• WIFI: Yes
• Remote: AAA Batteries
• Storage:
• Internal Storage- No
• Memory Card Reader- No
Works Cited
• Works Cited
• “Best Buy.” Best Buy: Expert Service. Unbeatable Price., www.bestbuy.com/.
• By David Katzmaier. “Best media streamers of 2017.”CNET, 9 Feb. 2014, www.cnet.com/topics/media-
streamers/best-media-streamers/.
• “GOOGLEChromecast.” Pcw, www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/tv-dvd-audio/digital-and- smart-tv/smart-
tv/google-chromecast-10137566-pdt.html.
• “Introducing the New Roku Streaming Stick (HDMIVersion).”TheOfficial Roku Blog, 7 Aug. 2014,
blog.roku.com/blog/2014/03/04/introducing-the-new- roku-streaming-stick-hdmi-version/.
• Newman, Jared. “Amazon FireTV Stick review: Getting what you paid for.” TechHive,TechHive, 6 July
2016, “Introdwww.techhive.com/article/2854343/streaming-hardware/amazon- fire-tv-
stick-review-a-cheap-quick-and-dirty-path-to-prime-instant- video.html.

Unit 6

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    What is Chromecast? •Chromecast is a device that you plug into your TV's HDMI port, powered by a USB cable (included). Using your smartphone or computer as a remote control, you can use Chromecast to access video content from Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, the Google Play Store and other services.
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    Specs For Chromecast •Output: HDMI,CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) compatible • Max. OutputVideo Resolution: 1080p • Dimensions: • Device: 51.9 x 51.9 x 13.49 mm (not including cables or accessories) • Package: 124.4 mm x 42.85 mm x 124 mm • Power cable: 1.75 m (69 in) • Ports and connectors: • HDMI • Micro-USB • Color: Black, Coral, Lemonade • Weight: 39.1g (0.086 lbs) • Wireless Standards: 802.11 b/g/n/acWi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz) • Wireless Security: WEP, WPA/WPA2 • Power: 5V, 1A power supply
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    What is theAmazon Fire Stick? • It's an easy way to enjoy over 250,000 TV episodes and movies on Netflix, AmazonVideo, HBO GO, and Hulu, plus games, music, and more. Amazon Fire TV is a tiny box that connects your HDTV to a world of online entertainment.
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    Specs of theFire Stick • TYPE: Audio / video player • AUDIO CODEC SUPPORT: • AAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG • VIDEO SERVICES: • Netflix,Amazon,YouTube, Other • VIDEO OUTPUTS: • HDMI • AUDIO OUTPUTS: • via HDMI • WIFI: Yes
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    What is RokuStreaming Stick? • It is a small device, not much larger than the typical thumb drive, that plugs directly into a port on your TV and allows you to stream television shows, movies, music, games and other content from the Internet, in some cases without extra cables or remote controls.
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    Specs for theRoku Stick • TYPE: • Audio / video player • VIDEO OUTPUTS: • HDMI • WIFI: Yes • Remote: AAA Batteries • Storage: • Internal Storage- No • Memory Card Reader- No
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    Works Cited • WorksCited • “Best Buy.” Best Buy: Expert Service. Unbeatable Price., www.bestbuy.com/. • By David Katzmaier. “Best media streamers of 2017.”CNET, 9 Feb. 2014, www.cnet.com/topics/media- streamers/best-media-streamers/. • “GOOGLEChromecast.” Pcw, www.pcworld.co.uk/gbuk/tv-dvd-audio/digital-and- smart-tv/smart- tv/google-chromecast-10137566-pdt.html. • “Introducing the New Roku Streaming Stick (HDMIVersion).”TheOfficial Roku Blog, 7 Aug. 2014, blog.roku.com/blog/2014/03/04/introducing-the-new- roku-streaming-stick-hdmi-version/. • Newman, Jared. “Amazon FireTV Stick review: Getting what you paid for.” TechHive,TechHive, 6 July 2016, “Introdwww.techhive.com/article/2854343/streaming-hardware/amazon- fire-tv- stick-review-a-cheap-quick-and-dirty-path-to-prime-instant- video.html.