“Does Chromecast increase data usage on cellular Wi-Fi? I use a cellular carrier for my home Wi-Fi network. If I cast content already on my tablet, will this use any of my data allowance?”
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Most likely, yes. Both the Chromecast and the device you're casting from need to be on the same network. I'm not 100% certain which device actually streams the content, but given that both devices would be on your cellular hot spot, yes, whichever one pulls the video would be also eating up bandwidth.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.If the content is stored locally, and being accessed through some sort of media server, then all of the steaming would be done on your local network so no data would be used as the internet is not actually being accessed.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.It uses whatever you have. It needs wifi, and essentially streams anything your streaming on your tablet. So, instead of your tablet streaming it, your chromecast is. If your streaming websites while using your tablet at the same time, then yes, that's double the data.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Try running your Chromecast with the cellular data turned off on the tablet. If it still works, then you should be fine, i.e. active internet connection not needed to run Chromecast. post your results so we know. thanks
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.If you do not have a wireless router for your home, chromecast will not work for you. In the event that I'm wrong and you're able to cast, the chromecast wouldn't use a ton of your data, but you're still using a ton of data to stream the content on your phone. Regardless of where the image is projecting (be it your phone or tv), the data is being used by your cell phone.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes. It shouldn't be much more than watching the same video otherwise but there is also the dashboard that loads pictures, time, and other optional data that it pulls in over WIFI
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I would say no, because eyou cant use cellular wif. You need to be where you phone can access a regular wifi
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.You do not use cell minutes or data as long as your WiFi is turned on in your home system! Outside WiFi is whatever you pay for your ISP - I have a 3 WiFi & 2 Ethernet on my Clear modem - and when I am within range it connects automatically thus not incurring my cell provider WiFi - WiFi is FREE at least with Verizon via this connection! To be certain,you have nothing to lose if you ask your cell provider. NOTE: Just FYI, for best reception throughout your entire home, the BEST place for your modem placement would be in your rafters because there are no conduits or other wall intruders to block of limit your modem speed! Mine works all the way to my detached garage for my laptop & cell. Hope this helps?
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.It should not, because you are casting through your wifi home network.
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