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Disable Google tv on new Chromecast ?

Edward7
Community Member

Has a workaround been created to disable Google tv for the newest version of Chromecast? I have recently added a new Chromecast along with the First generation stick and a 3rd generation puck. I was told that there was a way to just use it like the previous versions, without having to use the remote and getting all the annoying recommendations on a home screen.  I enjoy how easy the previous generation Chromecasts are to use! I simply want to cast from a smartphone or tablet! I don't want to use a remote or see a home page with recommendations, and I want the screen saver to be the default when not in use! I was quick to be an early adopter/ consumer of the Chromecast as it was a simple but excellent product for casting. There is a reason why I didn't get a Roku or Fire Stick! The new version seems to be a case of fixing something that is not broken! So please make an option for those of us who want the simple and excellent experience. 

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David_K
Diamond Product Expert
Diamond Product Expert

Whilst you can't completely disable the Google TV features, you can hide personalised recommendations by turning on app only mode.

Hide personalised recommendations on Google TV - Google TV Help