If you were thinking of getting a Chromecast AudioWe are sorry to tell you that things have just gotten quite complicated for you. And it is that Google has decided to shelve it and eliminate it forever from its portfolio of commercialized products, despite have no problem. This is all you know about this decision.
Chromecast Audio discontinued
A user of Reddit has been in charge of uncovering the news, possibly before Google was even prepared to confirm it. This forero tells in a thread about the device that the confirmation had come from the Google Support division itself, which has been in charge of contacting him after purchasing a Chromecast Audio to inform you that your order has been canceled because the device has been officially discontinued.
The news has spread like wildfire and many have run to the official Google store to verify that, indeed, the equipment is no longer listed among the available products. In the case of Spain, when entering the website It can be seen that the Chromecast Audio is not only that it does not appear with stock, it is that it directly has disappeared from the catalog, being impossible to locate.
A Google spokesperson has confirmed the source of our news, the American media VentureBeat, that effectively the equipment will no longer be manufactured and becomes part of the history of the brand:
Our product portfolio continues to evolve, and we now have a variety of products for users to enjoy audio. Therefore, we have stopped manufacturing our Chromecast Audio products. We'll continue to offer support for Chromecast Audio devices, so users can continue to enjoy their music, podcasts, and more.
Remember that the Chromecast Audio was born as a portable and simple solution to make streaming music. Just plug it into any speaker with 3,5mm port and this instantly became a wireless source of sound for the sending audio via WiFi and for 39 (compensated) euros. The device was extremely easy to use, very small and light, so it was quite comfortable to transport. Without a doubt, it is quite a task that Google has decided to say goodbye and deprive us all of being able to use it.
Buying the Chromecast Audio is still possible
The official way to acquire the Chromecast Audio has already disappeared but it is still possible to find it in some online stores -we do not know for how long, yes, it will be a matter of running out of stock.
In this way, if we do a quick search on the internet, is it still possible to buy it in some distributors that we list below:
- Alternate, where you have it at 41,49 euros.
- Sotel, at 48,91 euros.
- Fnac, 34,71 euros.
- El Corte Inglés, for 39 euros.
How do you see the price is somewhat higher to the officer who has had in some of the cases. It is also within your reach on eBay by individuals.
It was nice while it lasted, Chromecast Audio. Until forever.