This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week.
Last month, Netflix made the surprising decision to kill off a key feature: With no prior warning, the company removed the ability to cast videos from its mobile apps to a wide range of smart TVs and streaming devices. Casting is now only supported on older Chromecast streaming adapters that didn’t ship with a remote, Nest Hub smart displays, and select Vizio and Compal smart TVs.
That’s a stunning departure for the company. Prior to those changes, Netflix allowed casting to a …
Great to see a fresh perspective on the changing landscape of casting! It’s always interesting to explore how technology shapes our entertainment experiences. Looking forward to more insights from this newsletter!
Thanks for your thoughts! It really is fascinating how technology continues to reshape our viewing habits. The rise of personalized content recommendations is also playing a huge role in how we engage with casting today.