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'''Videostream''' was an application that |
'''Videostream''' was an application that enabled the streaming of video, music, and image files wirelessly to Google's [[Chromecast]]. Initially released as a standalone [[Google Chrome Apps|Google Chrome application]], it was later transformed into a browser tab following [[Google]]'s decision to cease support for the Chrome App Store. As of February 2021, the drag-and-drop feature, along with several other functionalities, were removed. |
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Videostream was designed to streamline the process of video streaming to Chromecast. The application was capable of transcoding audio and video of incompatible files into a format supported by Chromecast. Several technology news outlets, including [[Engadget]], [[Lifehacker]] and [[Tekzilla]], gave positive feedback on the software's user-friendly interface and its ability to handle various video formats.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2014/05/02/videostream-for-chromecast/|title=Play nearly any video on your Chromecast using this browser add-on|website=Engadget}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://lifehacker.com/videostream-for-google-chromecast-streams-any-video-to-1570305213|title=VideoStream for Google Chromecast Streams Any Video to the Big Screen|first=Alan|last=Henry|website=Lifehacker}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDSp4vSvkPM|title=Best Chrome App For Streaming to Chromecast|via=www.youtube.com}}</ref> |
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== Technology == |
== Technology == |
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Videostream utilized several open-source libraries, including the [[FFMPEG|FFmpeg project]]. |
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== Major Features == |
== Major Features == |
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=== Video Casting === |
=== Video Casting === |
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Videostream supported over 400 different audio and video codecs, offering multiple quality settings to allow playback under different network conditions. However, users have reported issues with casting to Chromecast when using AVG and [[Avast]] internet virus software. |
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=== Mobile File Browsing === |
=== Mobile File Browsing === |
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In February 2015, Videostream introduced a media library feature that allowed file browsing from mobile devices. |
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== Monetization == |
== Monetization == |
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Videostream was available free of charge, although a premium version was offered for additional features. The reliability and support for this premium version have been subjects of user feedback. |
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== References == |
== References == |
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| Headquarters | Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario |
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| Industry | Consumer Internet |
| URL | getvideostream |
| Launched | February 2014 |
| Current status | Active |
Videostream was an application that enabled the streaming of video, music, and image files wirelessly to Google's Chromecast. Initially released as a standalone Google Chrome application, it was later transformed into a browser tab following Google's decision to cease support for the Chrome App Store. As of February 2021, the drag-and-drop feature, along with several other functionalities, were removed.
Videostream was designed to streamline the process of video streaming to Chromecast. The application was capable of transcoding audio and video of incompatible files into a format supported by Chromecast. Several technology news outlets, including Engadget, Lifehacker and Tekzilla, gave positive feedback on the software's user-friendly interface and its ability to handle various video formats.[1][2][3]
Technology
Videostream utilized several open-source libraries, including the FFmpeg project.
Major Features
Video Casting
Videostream supported over 400 different audio and video codecs, offering multiple quality settings to allow playback under different network conditions. However, users have reported issues with casting to Chromecast when using AVG and Avast internet virus software.
Mobile File Browsing
In February 2015, Videostream introduced a media library feature that allowed file browsing from mobile devices.
Monetization
Videostream was available free of charge, although a premium version was offered for additional features. The reliability and support for this premium version have been subjects of user feedback.
References
- ^ "Play nearly any video on your Chromecast using this browser add-on". Engadget.
- ^ Henry, Alan. "VideoStream for Google Chromecast Streams Any Video to the Big Screen". Lifehacker.
- ^ "Best Chrome App For Streaming to Chromecast" – via www.youtube.com.