Monday, January 5, 2015

Google takes on AirPlay with Google Cast for audio


The Chromecast has been nothing short of a success for Google, and is now available in 27 countries, the company announced today. Now, Google is bringing that same technology to audio streaming services with Google Cast for audio and Google Cast-enabled speakers. Google Cast for audio will allow users to stream music or audio from a selection of apps including Rdio, Pandora, NPR One, Google Play Music, and others to Google Cast-ready speakers, sound bars, and receivers, the first which will be available this Spring in the US.


Google is going directly after AirPlay


Notably missing from the list of streaming partners is Spotify. Not getting the world's biggest streaming service isn't great, but with most other streaming options on board,...


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