Google has started rolling out the November update for Chromecast with Google TV devices, continuing its monthly update streak — unlike another Google product whose next update is scheduled for March 2025. The latest firmware, STTL.240812.006.N1, is a minor patch weighing in at 59.48 MB, slightly smaller than last month’s 83.01 MB package. While it retains the September 2024 Android security patch level, it sticks to Android 12 for now. As per Google’s usual cryptic fashion, the changelog simply notes “other bug fixes and performance improvements.”

This marks the eighth update in 11 months for Chromecast with Google TV, after patches in February, March, April, May, August, September, October, and now November. Compared to 2023’s modest six updates, it’s clear Google is stepping up its game, likely in preparation for something big on the horizon.

The update raises questions about when the much-anticipated Android 14 update for Chromecast with Google TV will drop. The Android 14 update isn’t just about system improvements; it’s expected to introduce the Home runtime, transforming your Chromecast into a Matter hub to manage compatible smart home devices. With just a few weeks left in 2024, Chromecast owners are hoping Google delivers this feature-packed update before the clock runs out.

For those eager to update, navigate to Settings > System > About > System update on your Chromecast with Google TV device.

Elsewhere, Google is steadily enhancing its Google TV ecosystem. UK users recently gained access to the “Channels” tab, a central hub for browsing over 800 live TV channels, including offerings from Pluto TV and Tubi, and begun rolling out a revamped “Home” panel across devices, giving users quicker access to their favorite apps and settings .

While the November update doesn’t directly bring these changes to Chromecast with Google TV, it’s clear Google is laying the groundwork for a smarter and more connected streaming experience. Keep an eye out — 2024 could still surprise us with some late-year fireworks.

Hillary Keverenge
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Tech has been my playground for over a decade. While the Android journey began early, it truly took flight with the revolutionary Lollipop update. Since then, it's been a parade of Android devices (with a sprinkle of iOS), culminating in a mostly happy marriage with Google's smart home ecosystem. Expect insightful articles and explorations of the ever-evolving world of Android and Google products coupled with occasional rants on the Nest smart home ecosystem.

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