Finally, the original Chromecast with Google TV is set to get the update it sorely needs at this point. We heard rumblings of this sort of release back in September and again in March, an inside source has now confirmed to 9to5 Google that an updated Chromecast with Google TV 4K is all set

Google is reportedly planning to launch a new 4K Chromecast with Google TV alongside an improved remote that might feature more buttons.

Google's 4K Chromecast is due for an update due to aging internals, including limited storage space. The upcoming 4K Chromecast may include a new remote and support for AV1 codec, promising better efficiency. New Chromecast might feature an Amlogic S905X5 chip with advanced features and improved performance.

When we reviewed the Chromecast with Google TV, we said that it was one of the best 4K TV media streaming upgrades. And it's still pretty good, but it's also four years old – and we've seen a lot of improvements in streaming tech since then.

Google is reportedly getting set to launch a new 4K Chromecast with Google TV. The current model of the Android streaming dongle was released back in 2020, so this refresh is long overdue.

Prior reports indicated Google was developing a new streaming device powered by Android, and that product is now confirmed to be a 4K Chromecast with Google TV follow-up.