“HDMI? I don't understand . . . does this device plug into a HDMI port on the TV or some other port (such as USB)? Seems like the product specs would address such a fundamental question!”
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Hdmi port and a cable to the usb port for power
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Chromecast plugs in via hdmi. It also requires a power source which can be usb or a wall outlet.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The Chromecast plugs directly into your television's HDMI port.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.It only connects to your HDMI port on your TV. The chromecast is a wireless device works through your home wireless connection. It connects your laptop, tablet or smartphone to your TV. It allows you to broadcast the google's chrome brower or through other apps to your TV. The mirco-usb port is for power cord connection.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, it plugs into an available HDMI port on your TV, or home theatre system. You can open various online video services such as netflix, hulu, youtube, etc on your mobile device (Phone/tablet) and have the video stream then jump to the chromecast so you can watch the video on your TV instead of your smaller screen phone/tablet.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.It plugs into a HDMI port. It comes with a "extension cord" about 2 inches long in case the port is in a "cramped" position.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.It plugs into the back HDMI port of the TV. You have to charge it for about 10 mins, and then go through setup. After that, you sync it with your phone or laptop. I used my phone to set it up, Android system. I can then pull up Netflix, Youtube and other apps, and I can send them to the TV to watch.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.It plugs into the HDMI port on the TV. The USB cable with the Chromecast is for power. That can either be plugged into a USB port on your TV if you have one or there is an adapter that will let you plug it into a standard wall outlet to power the device.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.HDMI port AND an outlet. Requires an AC adapter which plugs in to wall to power the thing. Extremely inconvenient IMO.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Plugs into a HDMI slot on your TV. You can use a USB slot on the back of the tv as a power source for the Chromecast. Otherwise you plug it into a power strip with the provided cables.
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