Hardware Optimization Guide • Chromecast with Google TV

Native Google Drive Player for Chromecast with Google TV

Skip glitchy phone screen casting. Run a dedicated Google Drive player right on your Chromecast with Google TV dongle.

Target Architecture

Google TV OS (4K & HD Dongles)

Amlogic S905X3 / S805X2 Quad-Core Cortex-A53/A35

Recommended Playback Codec

Hardware Accelerated

MP4 / H.264 & H.265 Direct Stream

How to Connect Google Drive on Chromecast with Google TV

1. Install Cloud Dock on Chromecast

Use voice search or Google Play to install Cloud Dock on your Chromecast with Google TV.

2. Scan QR Code on Phone

Pair your smartphone in 3 seconds with zero remote password entry.

3. Direct Cloud Streaming

Stream 4K and 1080p videos directly from Google Drive with zero phone battery drain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Casting requires your phone to stay awake and encode the stream. Cloud Dock lets your Chromecast stream directly from Google Drive, preserving phone battery and privacy.

Stream on your Chromecast with Google TV today

Install the free Cloud Dock TV app and enjoy 1080p & 4K cloud media.

Get Cloud Dock for Chromecast with Google TV