Even though Google released a new Chromecast update for their new media streaming device, which unfortunately patched the root access exploit discovered shortly after Google launched their new Chromecast device, the innovation around Chromecast applications continues to thrive.
Innovative Chromecast Applications
Chromecast applications are being developed that add additional features to Google’s new media streaming device. One such Chromecast application is called Dropbox to Chromecast. This application allows users to easily stream media directly from their Dropbox account to Google’s Chromecast media player. This functionality is particularly useful for users who store a significant amount of media content in their Dropbox accounts and want a seamless way to view or listen to their files on a larger screen or through a more robust audio system.
Watch the video after the jump to see the application in action with Google’s Chromecast media player.
Development and Future Releases
Unfortunately, at the current time, the Dropbox to Chromecast application is still under development and not ready to be released to the public just yet. However, the developer, Koushik Dutta, plans to release both the Dropbox to Chromecast and his new Phone to Chromecast applications as a series of open-source applications via the Google Play Store very soon. This means that not only will users have access to these innovative tools, but other developers will also be able to contribute to and improve upon the applications, fostering a community of innovation and collaboration.
Koushik Dutta is well-known in the developer community for his contributions to various open-source projects, and his work on Chromecast applications is highly anticipated. The Phone to Chromecast application, for example, promises to extend the functionality of the Chromecast device even further by allowing users to stream content directly from their smartphones to their Chromecast. This could include anything from personal videos and photos to music and other media files stored on the phone.
The potential for these applications is vast. Imagine being able to start a movie on your phone during your commute and then seamlessly continue watching it on your TV when you get home, all without having to transfer files or deal with complicated setups. Or consider the convenience of sharing a photo slideshow from your recent vacation with friends and family on the big screen, directly from your Dropbox account.
As the development of these applications progresses, it will be interesting to see what other features and functionalities are introduced. The open-source nature of the projects means that the community can suggest and implement new ideas, potentially leading to even more innovative uses for the Chromecast device.
In conclusion, while the recent Chromecast update may have closed off some avenues for rooting the device, it has not dampened the enthusiasm and creativity of developers working on new applications. The upcoming release of Dropbox to Chromecast and Phone to Chromecast promises to bring exciting new capabilities to the Chromecast, making it an even more versatile and valuable tool for media streaming.
Source: Liliputing
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