Chromecast with google TV side loaded streaming apps

by Aidan364

Hi All,

I'm considering getting the new chromecast with google tv. I am subscribed to a number of streaming apps that aren't available in my country without a vpn such HBO Max and Hulu. If I side load these apps to my chromecast will the google tv still recommend shows from these apps but I won't be able to play the episode or moview without turning on the vpn or would they just not appear in my recommendations at all?

Cheers

pawdog

I don't know but don't waste too much energy worrying about the recommendations. They are not that useful even in supported countries.

TheOracle722

Get an Android TV box instead and do whatever you want without being handcuffed by Google.

partyqwerty

I've got the chromecast with google tv and I bought it without researching much. My most important need for it was to sideload apks and use with a VPN. However, that doesn't work that well because of the default DNS that is hardcoded? I have had trouble having a stable VPN connection and when it is connected, the apps won't work well. Maybe someone else here has had a better experience.