This was so helpful, I agree I was ready to buy a whole new TV, but this is even better. Thank you for all the information compactly put into one place.
Do you have any suggestions for connecting a non smart tv to Bluetooth devices? Found a lot of adapters on amazon but even the highest rated ones have lagging issues. Can you recommend one?
How do you surf the internet with roku do you need to download certain app if so which one can you surf with can you use the remote to surf and is it the same for google chrome do you need certain app and can you use remote to surf?Thankyou!
So you are getting the internet through your phone right? I just bought a TCL QD-MIINILED 65 inch I didn't want to spend more money on wi-fi as my mobile has 100gb. So by buying the google one is the only one I need to cast my phone through the tv is that right? I am also in Australia probably doesn't make a difference just thought I would say that!
I want to drive my LG C1 65" with an Asus Chromebox/wireless keyboard/finger pad. It seems to work perfectly and I'm not so thrilled to connect the LG to the internet. I mostly watch YT (some is 4k), movies on Amazon, Curiosity Stream, Magellan, but NO gaming. Am I missing out on (obvious/not so obvious) functionality keeping by new LG off the iNet? I assume all streaming apps can play on my Chromebox and I don't need time/weather to display on the LG assuming that comes from the iNET. Any advice or pointing me to videos/articles will be immensely appreciated. Thanks in advance!
I had no idea that I could make my tv into a smart tv. Great info, but I wish that you would have mentioned the prices of each. What are the last expensive ones?
This was helpful so thank you! Was wondering however, since I have an analog t.v. how I can convert it to be internet accessible. I'm thinking maybe I can hook 1 of these units to my PS3 gaming console & get it that way...
So how do you connect the google chrome pass to the internet? I know the cable company's router should recognize the Roku but it doesn't, what's wrong?
question on the Google ChromeCast. I have it plugged in but all it does is show pictures for screen saving. I did not get a remote with mine when I bought it. How do I get it to the apps page like you did in the video?
Great video, just one thing...Im sure it's unintentional but you are making it sound as if once the the system is installed the user will magically have internet. What if the user has no Internet to start with? IOW, instead of stating hook it up and you will have internet, explain from the start that once installed it will now connect to your existing internet via WIFI.
Hi... My old monitor only have VGA , and the red, white, and yellow RCA ... My question is... Can I use male VGA to female HDMI converter to connect chromecast on my monitor?
One other method you didn't mention which I use myself is PlayStation 4. Can watch everything. Amazon prime, youtube, Netflix ex... but one setback is you can't watch anything using the remote play. That is just for playing games.I can use it to watch all my blue rays on it too.
I have a hisense 32 inch TV not smart am currently on dstv but dstv socks plays repeat s im thinking of going for iptv must I have that chrome cable to watch iptv
I have one quick question, if I buy a non-smart TV that is Brand Sharp and I add a AppleTV to it with a sound bar can the Apple TV remote turn the sound bar volume up and can it turn off the TV with the Apple Remote?
Hi, I bought an Android TV Stick Google TV, 4K Ultra-HD to connect my Non Smart TV. I have connected all the wiring to the respective ports. But I can't get connection from the Home WIFI to the TV. Kindly assist to advise. Thanks
*Great review of the devices! I am also interested in this topic. I used an old tablet to make a set-top box for the TV, expanding its functionality with additional usb ports and an ethernet interface. It also turned out to be a smart TV.*
How do you get the picture quality to be high definition also because i have the fire stick an once i selected for example a netflix show the picture is all blurred an rubbish like SD i have no idea why?
I'm still somewhat confused - you didn't go thru the set-up once you plugged in the Google Chromecast. How exactly is it online? I assume its going thru your WI-FI - yes? Is it logged into your google account (giving you access to all your google apps like photos, drive, etc via the TV) or does it run independently?
1. Yes the google chrome cast runs through wifi. It wont work if you dont have wifi you wont be able to watch anything other than cable or antenna. 2. The chromecast runs through a google account so you need a google account to use it and download apps.
Hello I connected wifi to my tv though my channel here on youtube! My tv has youtube through Roger's wireless but I don't see a tv browser app! Which device would you suggest for getting the google apps on my tv!!?
U have no power outlet or generator for power? If not then u can’t use a tv. Best bet to use ur phone or get an iPad or tablet and use ur hotspot from phone for wifi. Also need have backup portable charger on hand for phones, tablets, laptops etc.
HEY I HAVE A QUERY DO I HAVE TO PAY GOOGLE ANY FEES ? LIKE SUBSRIPTION FOR KEEP USING THE CHROMECAST AND IF NOT THE ONLY CHARGE IS INAPPS SUBSCRIPTION RUGHT ? AND THNKS FOR VID MAN
Yes. You need wifi to access the internet too. So if you have xfinity already at home you just connect and your TV now has wifi internet. All apps you download or already downloaded you will need accounts with to login and watch. Still cheaper than paying for an channel line up. Some apps have TV channels free and you can watch news, shows and movies.
You can connect a device with HDMI on an older TV by using an HDMI to RCA converter. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the device and the other end into the converter. Then, take the RCA cables from the opposite end of the converter and plug them into your TV.
I have an old Samsung HD TV from 2010 that relies on Anynet/HDMI-CEC and ARC to link my Google Chromecast and Roku Streaming Stick. Every few weeks the Anynet/HDMI-CEC link dies and I can't use the Chromecast or Roku Is there a work around?
I have a regular TV with a firestick why is it doing this it freezes up for a day or so and then it will start back playing it repeat that cycle freezes up and then it start playing.
I don’t have internet and I have an older Sony Bravia tv. I can watch all the streaming apps on my iphone. So whats the best way to get my iphone screen to play on my tv screen? I think its called mirroring? Seems like the cheapest and easiest way for me to watch streaming apps on a non smart tv with no internet at home. Please explain in great detail or provide a link to best option. Thanks in advance
I think you can also do a hot spot. (Give your TV internet from your phone as long as you have something connecting to the TV like a firestick) . For the screen mirror you would still need wifi connection to do that I think. TV needs the signal somehow unless you have a device connected from your phone to your TV which is older option I've seen before
Hi, I wish I had known about this before. I would like to ask you, if I purchase one of these devices, would I be able to download software to be able to transfer my old video tapes to my tv or a USB stick. I want to preserve some old tapes that have my grandchildren on. This has been a very interesting and inexpensive way to do this. I would love your comments. Many thanks Val.
Very short but comprehensive.
Thanks for getting all the devices so we can get only one.
Great review/comparison. Thanks for sharing.
Nah bro I really appreciate you for making this because I was just going to throw away my big non smart tv away u saved me a lot of money
Why
@@MCFC_Army remove the word "Nah" and u will understand
@@sponge-bob-gangster :'D
@goofy1st 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Remove the word "nah", please.
Honorable mention: HDMI to USB-C adapter. Works with my iPad mini 6 and now I can cut the cord.
Thank you for helping me understand the difference with smart TV versus NonSmart TV. You're a great teacher 🎉
And helped me save money 💰 👍🏽
Hiya.
I have an RV and a non smart tv and an android phone. Can you please advise how I set these up to work together.
Thank you. I love that you provide multiple options.
you're unselfish bro much thanks.Simple instructions and easy to follow
The word is selfless 👍
This was so helpful, I agree I was ready to buy a whole new TV, but this is even better. Thank you for all the information compactly put into one place.
How did you download the apps to the Chromecast?
How to properly access the Chromecast?Where can you get a remote for the Chromecast?
Do you have any suggestions for connecting a non smart tv to Bluetooth devices? Found a lot of adapters on amazon but even the highest rated ones have lagging issues. Can you recommend one?
This guy just saved thousands of tvs from being tossed
how to install apps in chromecast?
My chromecast doesn't have remote..i think i am using a basic chromecast device
how did you get the apps to display on the chrome cast screen? all i have is a background picture?
Hey you just connected the Chromecast to the tv and plugged it in the socket. How and from where is it getting internet?
How do you surf the internet with roku do you need to download certain app if so which one can you surf with can you use the remote to surf and is it the same for google chrome do you need certain app and can you use remote to surf?Thankyou!
So you are getting the internet through your phone right? I just bought a TCL QD-MIINILED 65 inch I didn't want to spend more money on wi-fi as my mobile has 100gb. So by buying the google one is the only one I need to cast my phone through the tv is that right? I am also in Australia probably doesn't make a difference just thought I would say that!
Do you need to have internet or WiFi in your home first in order to do this? Or you can use this offgrid and use your phone as the internet source?
If ur mobile hotspot is strong fast and unlimited yes
@@210madejayy Thanks bro.
can you also connect you iphone to the tv using the google crome?
But how do you set a roku up after it is plugged into your TV?
I want to drive my LG C1 65" with an Asus Chromebox/wireless keyboard/finger pad. It seems to work perfectly and I'm not so thrilled to connect the LG to the internet. I mostly watch YT (some is 4k), movies on Amazon, Curiosity Stream, Magellan, but NO gaming. Am I missing out on (obvious/not so obvious) functionality keeping by new LG off the iNet? I assume all streaming apps can play on my Chromebox and I don't need time/weather to display on the LG assuming that comes from the iNET. Any advice or pointing me to videos/articles will be immensely appreciated. Thanks in advance!
After putting that Chromecast, how did you connect to internet? Can it be connected to a mobile hotspot?
How to connect ur wifi to your google chrome cast
You need to use the app of Google Home and have the same wifi conection
Can I use this to cast d screen of my laptop to d tv
@@vincolycomedy7936 yes
@@vincolycomedy7936 just press the cast button and it will show the chromecast name
I need help please my brother used my chrome cast now I have it back but shows his WiFi connection thingy how do I change it to my own WiFi? On my TV?
I had no idea that I could make my tv into a smart tv. Great info, but I wish that you would have mentioned the prices of each. What are the last expensive ones?
You looked this up online, look up the prices
This was helpful so thank you! Was wondering however, since I have an analog t.v. how I can convert it to be internet accessible. I'm thinking maybe I can hook 1 of these units to my PS3 gaming console & get it that way...
Also could i use wif or do i have to use some other type
Can any of these help to screen mirror or cast from your phone?
More info regarding set up would be very helpful…internet, apps etc
I bought a roku and yes you get all those channels but you do not get browsers for the internet
bro Can you tell me how do you connect wifi and your non smart TV on this occasion.
Good day guys , so how does the TV get the internet or the cable comes with a feature to search for WiFi networks. Please i need help
Thanks for info. Can I use cable tv while using Google Chromecast streaming device
Hey bro thanks, do you know if these apply to samsung tv plus? Cheers!
Yes!
Thanks
Problem solved you helped me save money
Kya tv stick laga hone par.. tv ka remote se volume badha sakte hai ? Ya tv stick ke remote se he karna hoga ??
Which is better, the chrome cast or Firestick?
Hi, wonder those programes are FOC or subscription programe ?
So does this work if you have like 3 TVs in the house and garage ? Does it all link together ?
Hello sir,Apple Tv 4 is good instead?Please resolve need your advice 🙏
What the name of the device you plugged to the hdmi space…. I want to get it
So how do you connect the google chrome pass to the internet? I know the cable company's router should recognize the Roku but it doesn't, what's wrong?
There should be an internet setup option and you should be able to see a list of available wifi networks.
Oh, wow. How come I did not know. Now my life changed within seconds. 😆
Nice info as always.👍
question on the Google ChromeCast. I have it plugged in but all it does is show pictures for screen saving. I did not get a remote with mine when I bought it. How do I get it to the apps page like you did in the video?
Great video, just one thing...Im sure it's unintentional but you are making it sound as if once the the system is installed the user will magically have internet. What if the user has no Internet to start with? IOW, instead of stating hook it up and you will have internet, explain from the start that once installed it will now connect to your existing internet via WIFI.
Google chrome cas? and where could I buy it? Phil. or on line?
Hi... My old monitor only have VGA , and the red, white, and yellow RCA ... My question is... Can I use male VGA to female HDMI converter to connect chromecast on my monitor?
One other method you didn't mention which I use myself is PlayStation 4. Can watch everything. Amazon prime, youtube, Netflix ex... but one setback is you can't watch anything using the remote play. That is just for playing games.I can use it to watch all my blue rays on it too.
I have a older Chromecast, can it make my tv into a smart tv and if yes. How can I do it?
Great video, just what I was looking for.
All this is contingent on your having internet service in your home or place of business. Right?
Yes need internet but can also use wifi hotspot from ur phone too.
Can i mirror share also with this app
I just want to know which of these will allow me to stream from NAS using PLEX
I have a hisense 32 inch TV not smart am currently on dstv but dstv socks plays repeat s im thinking of going for iptv must I have that chrome cable to watch iptv
Which version of google chrome cast you use here?
Do you have to have a remote for the Comcast
Waouuuu ,thank you I needed one .
Does it work with an old LG LCD TV 13 years old ?
Is it possible to connect the Galaxy Tab to it?
0:46 Don’t buy android tv boxes from unknown manufacturers because they have a possibility of coming with malware pre-installed.
Question ❓❓❓❓....of any of the options mentioned----do you have to pay for service after purchase?
They are free of services after you buy I think, I bought the Roku one and I didn’t have to pay just set up
So can you search Google on any of these?????????
@@briangsuslrdsvor980 not on Roku I can ensure that but I don’t know about the rest, I’ll be trying the Amazon fire stick soon when I have enough
@@briangsuslrdsvor980 it’s basically any other smart tv in one box
I have one quick question, if I buy a non-smart TV that is Brand Sharp and I add a AppleTV to it with a sound bar can the Apple TV remote turn the sound bar volume up and can it turn off the TV with the Apple Remote?
How can I play UA-cam with PTV box model MAG 254 attached to my Sony Bravia KDL52s 5100 ? Can not play UA-cam though there is UA-cam App in the box?
Those adapters do they over heat?? Can they stay ON, all the time??
Can you Bluetooth it with phone? If so how? I wanna use it in rv when traveling but we dont have WiFi available
Hi, I bought an Android TV Stick Google TV, 4K Ultra-HD to connect my Non Smart TV. I have connected all the wiring to the respective ports. But I can't get connection from the Home WIFI to the TV. Kindly assist to advise. Thanks
Unplug ur modem/router from wall socket for 30 seconds then plug back in and give it a minute to connect then try again. 🤟👊🏻
Much appreciated for the reply and assistance. Home TV is now connected to WIFI. Thank you.
I have tried over and over to pair my streaming stick 4k+ to a non smart JVC tv. Help!😮
*Great review of the devices! I am also interested in this topic. I used an old tablet to make a set-top box for the TV, expanding its functionality with additional usb ports and an ethernet interface. It also turned out to be a smart TV.*
Lol i love you
@@420killa huh
Can you connect your phone and watch movies from it, using the plugged in device?
Hi great info thanks, how do I watch sports with chrome cast for example F1 motoracing
Also, what apps come in Google Chromecast?
How do I download other apps on chrome cast ?
can i download web browser on any of this?
How do you get the picture quality to be high definition also because i have the fire stick an once i selected for example a netflix show the picture is all blurred an rubbish like SD i have no idea why?
He's not gonna answer your question because it doesn't exist
Will you get bbc12 and itv 3&4
I'm still somewhat confused - you didn't go thru the set-up once you plugged in the Google Chromecast. How exactly is it online? I assume its going thru your WI-FI - yes? Is it logged into your google account (giving you access to all your google apps like photos, drive, etc via the TV) or does it run independently?
1. Yes the google chrome cast runs through wifi. It wont work if you dont have wifi you wont be able to watch anything other than cable or antenna.
2. The chromecast runs through a google account so you need a google account to use it and download apps.
Hello I connected wifi to my tv though my channel here on youtube! My tv has youtube through Roger's wireless but I don't see a tv browser app! Which device would you suggest for getting the google apps on my tv!!?
Google chromecast
I need to make my tv smart in my Motorhome so it can’t use power. What do you suggest?
U have no power outlet or generator for power? If not then u can’t use a tv. Best bet to use ur phone or get an iPad or tablet and use ur hotspot from phone for wifi. Also need have backup portable charger on hand for phones, tablets, laptops etc.
Can you download movies on Netflix using Google Chromecast and play it later without WiFi? Or do you need WiFi everytime to open Google Chromecast
WiFi every time
@@210madejayy u dont need to install chroomcast or its automatic? Cuz i can see he only put google croomcast and thats it
@@dahyunkim5986 yea I know that but you need Wi-Fi for everything
Very helpful 😊
HEY I HAVE A QUERY
DO I HAVE TO PAY GOOGLE ANY FEES ? LIKE SUBSRIPTION FOR KEEP USING THE CHROMECAST
AND IF NOT THE ONLY CHARGE IS INAPPS SUBSCRIPTION RUGHT ? AND THNKS FOR VID MAN
The charge is in app only
I have a new RCA 50 utra 4k TV I a wireless router how do I set up
Trying to hookup wireless spectrum tv though campgroung.
You are da goat 😀😀😀😀😀😀thx bro 😁🐐🐐🐐🐐
Do I have to pay monthly for the apps inside? like disney + and other ones?
Yes. You need wifi to access the internet too. So if you have xfinity already at home you just connect and your TV now has wifi internet. All apps you download or already downloaded you will need accounts with to login and watch. Still cheaper than paying for an channel line up. Some apps have TV channels free and you can watch news, shows and movies.
Thank you but I do not have HDMI ports so what do I do to attach what you show like ROKU ?
You can connect a device with HDMI on an older TV by using an HDMI to RCA converter. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the device and the other end into the converter. Then, take the RCA cables from the opposite end of the converter and plug them into your TV.
Nice one. How much does it cost?
I am in Sierra Leone
If you make a tv into a smart tv is it possible to Connect an ethernet cable to an Ethernet port so you can play games online?
I would like to which media device offers the most apps
So helpful review! Thanks!
Great to know. No way I was throwing away my huge childhood TV
Do I need wifi or a live cable box to use chromecast or any other device to make my non smart TV smart?
chromecast and wiifi.
I have an old Samsung HD TV from 2010 that relies on Anynet/HDMI-CEC and ARC to link my Google Chromecast and Roku Streaming Stick. Every few weeks the Anynet/HDMI-CEC link dies and I can't use the Chromecast or Roku Is there a work around?
How do i know if my sony bravia support internet system?? Help me please
I have a regular TV with a firestick why is it doing this it freezes up for a day or so and then it will start back playing it repeat that cycle freezes up and then it start playing.
My chromecast doesn't do anything.. also I need to know how to connect it to wifi.. old LG32LD350 TV .
Can you watch max sports where the stream where you can see them at the correct speed ? Btw I have the highest internet speed :)
Watching this video on my PS4 and 2011 50 inch LG TV :)
Can you show how these devices work on a CRT TV
I have non smart tv lg tv but will i need to get roku tv stickn
I don’t have internet and I have an older Sony Bravia tv. I can watch all the streaming apps on my iphone. So whats the best way to get my iphone screen to play on my tv screen? I think its called mirroring? Seems like the cheapest and easiest way for me to watch streaming apps on a non smart tv with no internet at home. Please explain in great detail or provide a link to best option. Thanks in advance
I think you can also do a hot spot. (Give your TV internet from your phone as long as you have something connecting to the TV like a firestick) . For the screen mirror you would still need wifi connection to do that I think. TV needs the signal somehow unless you have a device connected from your phone to your TV which is older option I've seen before
I have chrome sat built already in my vizio tv ..if I buy the chrome cast device I can get free internet?
No you need your own internet box for the chrome cast to work
Hi, I wish I had known about this before. I would like to ask you, if I purchase one of these devices, would I be able to download software to be able to transfer my old video tapes to my tv or a USB stick. I want to preserve some old tapes that have my grandchildren on. This has been a very interesting and inexpensive way to do this. I would love your comments. Many thanks Val.