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- A new 4K Onn streaming stick was reportedly spotted at Walmart.
- This can be an affordable replacement for Google Chromecast.
- You get 4K support, Dolby Atmos, and Google TV.
It’s been almost two years since Google stopped making its own Chromecast streaming stick, and if you’ve been looking for a suitable replacement, your answer may finally be here.
Walmart hasn’t announced anything official, but a new 4K streaming stick (simply called the ONN 4K Streaming Device) was spotted at a Walmart store, and was first reported. Android Headlines. It’s unclear whether this device was supposed to be available for purchase yet or whether it was an accident, but a reddit user He said they were able to buy one and had it mixed in with a pile of old sticks with no price tag.
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According to the Reddit post, the device costs just $30, and it supports 4K and Dolby Atmos, Gemini with voice control, and Google Cast. It runs on a quad-core Cortex-A55 CPU and ARM Mali-G57 GPU, paired with 2GB of RAM and 8GB of storage.
How does it compare?
Current 4K Roku Streaming StickPriced at just over $40, it has 1GB of RAM and 16GB of storage, so 2GB should be enough for 4K viewing. Plus, video playback itself doesn’t use much RAM, and most streaming apps like Disney+ and Netflix handle 4K just fine.
Apart from the Reddit post, there is no confirmation that this device is for sale, but the description of the box matches the stated specifications. androidtv-guide.comA trusted online database of technical specifications and certifications.
For reference, Roku’s current lineup of 4K streaming sticks starts at 1GB of RAM.
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Overall, this is a significant improvement in resolution compared to current OWN streaming sticks. For comparison, that device, It is currently priced at $20Maxes out at 1080p, and has 1.5GB of RAM and 8GB of storage. There’s also an existing 4K streaming device, but it’s more square than a compact stick (similar to a Chromecast).
The biggest advantage of this alleged new OWN stick is that it offers 4K viewing in a compact form, with Google TV instead of Roku, in an affordable package.
upgrading an old tv
When Google stopped making Chromecast, it left a void for people wanting an affordable Google TV dongle. If the details in this Reddit post are accurate, especially the price point, then the Onn 4K streaming device could be one of the best budget streaming options on the market.
If you’re looking to upgrade an older TV or prefer the Google ecosystem (some apps, for example, only cast to Google TV), this may be the best option available to you.
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The device may officially launch in May, when Walmart’s new streaming devices typically arrive. If you want to keep an eye out, keep an eye out for the OWN 4K Streaming Device box that says, “Google TV with Gemini.”
I’ve contacted Walmart for comment and will update with a response.
