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Chromecast with Google TV & 6 Months of Netflix ($95.94 Worth of Credit) for $139.99 @ Google Store

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Chromecast with Google TV & 6 Months of Netflix ($95.94 Worth of Credit) for $139.99 @ Google Store
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Thrymr on 01/10/2020 - 09:27 store.google.com (30760 clicks)
Last edited 04/01/2021 - 11:39 by 4 other users

Google just announced the Chromecast with Google TV for $99, but a little less known is a deal that allows you to tack on 6 months of Netflix ($95.94 worth of credit) for a grand total of $139.99, bringing the effective price of the Chromecast to $44.05.

Seems to be a long-running deal (through to December 31, 2021).

Tips:

  • If you're a Google One subscriber, you'll get 3% back in store credit if you're on a 200 GB plan, or 10% back in store credit if you're on a 2 TB or higher plan.
  • You can purchase three of these bundles per Google account.
  • The deal is available to both new and existing Netflix subscribers.
  • The 6 months of Netflix offer is based on a Standard plan ($15.99/month). Netflix works off a dollar-based credit model, so if you're on a Basic plan ($10.99/month), you'll actually get 8.73 months worth of credit, but if you're on a Premium plan ($19.99/month), you'll get 4.80 months worth of credit.
  • If you've redeemed the Netflix offer, but end up returning the Chromecast, Google will refund you $99; meaning you'll still have scored $95.94 worth of Netflix credit for $40.99.

Note: Previously out of stock, and now back in stock! If it goes out of stock again, keep refreshing the page as Google has progressively added stock on previous occasions.

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      • czechboi on 20/10/2020 - 12:11

        I just tried switching from Auto to channel 48 and that has worked. Thanks for the advice.

        • pe arl on 20/10/2020 - 16:15

          I had to do the same thing with my wifi channel to get it to work, but it's slowed down my 5GHz connection quite a bit. Not sure if I want to put up with that just to use this device; it shouldn't need router changes to work. Did Google mention they're developing an actual fix for this?

    • bozbargain on 20/10/2020 - 16:08

      Can you confirm/test please if you can connect bluetooth headphones to it (to watch Netflix on your TV without disturbing the rest of the house)?

      • Castcore on 20/10/2020 - 16:49
        +1

        Can confirm!
        https://youtu.be/md_NBz1sRpo

        • bozbargain on 20/10/2020 - 17:11

          Thanks so much! Why wouldn't Google make this a key callout? Such a great selling point, I may buy myself another one then for the bedroom TV!

          Edit: reading through the comments of your YouTube link, it doesn't have a 'connect' option so you have to re-pair every time you want to use the headphones. Also, some user pointed out it's BT 4.1 which can cause lip sync issues - BT 5 would have been better.

          • Castcore on 20/10/2020 - 22:24

            @bozbargain: Ahh I see! Maybe they'll add an update so that they can stay connected. I for some reason recall a video where the reviewer said it would disconnect and reconnect as you turn on and off the headphones.
            Won't know till it arrives though haha. Ordered a TaoTronics BA07 before I knew it had Bluetooth built in, so if it doesn't work well I'll use that instead. I'd imagine the built in one would have less latency though, or some kind of sync up delay on the video?

            • bozbargain on 14/11/2020 - 16:53

              @Castcore: Tried watching a few shows with my Sony BT headphones. The audio lag is horrible and inconsistent, super annoying.

              • Castcore on 14/11/2020 - 18:54

                @bozbargain: I got my Chromecast a few days ago and yeah it's pretty bad isn't it!

                Honestly I'm not that impressed with my TaoTronics BA07 either, the delay is significantly less but it seems to cut out the audio everytime the sound in the movie/show goes quiet and then it takes a sec to kick back on so I end up missing the first word of every line a character speaks. I'll have to look into the issue a bit more, also a ppears to send across some noise which is kinda annoying. Not the cheapest either.

                • bozbargain on 14/11/2020 - 20:48

                  @Castcore: I’ve played around with the ‘Group Delay Correction’ in the Google Home app based on some recommendations I found online but that doesn’t seem to do anything either. A real shame as I do like the remote and the ease of use in general, the fact that Windscribe works as well is great if you want to watch Netflix in other regions.

          • isthisreallife22 on 22/10/2020 - 16:13

            @bozbargain: Just trying to understand this use case - wouldnt you normally pair the headphones to the TV? Why is it advantageous to pair to the google TV?

            • joshr1pp3r on 22/10/2020 - 16:16
              -2

              @isthisreallife22: Not every TV has Bluetooth. Doesn't take a genius to figure that one out

              • bozbargain on 22/10/2020 - 16:33

                @joshr1pp3r: That’s a bit harsh, but yes, it’s cheaper to upgrade a Chromecast than to upgrade your TV. Also, my 2017 Sony Bravia does have Bluetooth but not allowing audio-out pairing. Not sure if it’s a Google or Sony restriction but very annoying.

            • Borg on 22/10/2020 - 17:21
              +1

              @isthisreallife22: I have 3 TVs and none have Bluetooth. Not everyone upgrades their TV's every year. I still enjoy the nice Crisp Blacks of my nice 10 year old Panasonic Plasma TV. Not looking forward to when it dies as I was looking in stores recently at LCD's. They still show Blacks as dark greys especially on lower end ones. Am happy to pay for the extra power consumption of Plasma screen.
              Dam you LCD for winning the LCD/Plasma battle :-)

              • G-rig on 15/11/2020 - 02:24

                @Borg: An OLED would be nice

            • Castcore on 24/10/2020 - 10:44
              +1

              @isthisreallife22: To answer your question about pairing to the dongle instead of the TV from a different perspective: Pairing directly to the device with the audio source is likely going to have the lowest latency and knock off those few ms it takes to get to the TV's Bluetooth transmitter.

              Also technically being an android device (the Chromecast) it might also delay the video stream ever so slightly as to counter any audio delays. That's just speculation though as that's what my phone does!

        • G-rig on 24/10/2020 - 07:09

          Was wondering if Bluetooth output, recommended my brother pick one up to use with his projector, which only had an optical sound output. Would be handy to Bluetooth to a soundbar Or BT speaker.

          I wouldn't mind one but got a 1080p android tv, and Netflix Brazil. Gift voucher may be ok. The only thing that would be worthwhile would be the remote as my Sony remote doesn't have the mic but the next model up did. Also I've got optical out of the TV to a DAC and don't have any remote volume control over it so it actually could be good.

          So basically can you control the volume with the chromecasts vol before it's optical out - may test my old chromecast now.

          Also these are in the shops for $99, only saving $50 on the bundle if you will use the netflix credit, or $15 if buy from google.
          If you could use the netflix credit for a gift card and apply to a different zone account may be alright

          • G-rig on 24/10/2020 - 08:37

            @G-rig: ps. The wifi is pretty fn annoying on this 2015 Bravia, you can't connect to the wifi channels when the ethernet cable is plugged hence lose casting ability half the time. Perhaps this is normal but the router is right behind the telly so seemed reasonable to plug it in?

            • Castcore on 24/10/2020 - 11:01

              @G-rig: If it works, can't see any issues with having it just plugged in to the router. Reduces 2.4ghz interference anyway.

          • Castcore on 24/10/2020 - 10:59

            @G-rig: Mine hasn't arrived yet, but I'll be using it with my projector too and boy am I excited. Look into Kodi and real-debrid, (disclaimer: I definitely don't do this..) you'll probably scrap Netflix Brazil if you go down that avenue, cus any movie or show for <$5AUD per month.

            If you know someone that uses Netflix and pays Australian price, ask them if they want $95 of credit for $60-$70. That way you can get the Chromecast with Netflix and save $20-$30 and they can also save some money off their Netflix bill.

            I don't think the Chromecast will be able to control your optical audio system. It'll only work if turning the volume up and down on your TV changes the volume on the optical audio system and your TV supports HDMI CEC. If you have to control the optical audio system with a seperate remote or dial and it doesn't have HDMI ARC or something similar then it won't be possible.

            • G-rig on 24/10/2020 - 13:18

              @Castcore: Yeah it's all a bit of a pain this DAC not having a remote and vol control, but not and issue with the Chomecast audio streaming as the app/phone/pc controls it fine. Optical out of that sounds brilliant and cleaner than my good bluetooth receiver hard to know if AptX is ever made available or not.

              It's a shame they are discontinuing Google Play Music, not much of a fan of Youtube music so far and the bloody chromecast button is missing if trying to use if from your PC (the mobile app is fine). That and it stops playing after current selection, doesn't remember recent radio plays as well. They probably intend to charge everyone for another tier despite having Youtube Premium. Contacted support once shouldn't be hard to enable casting ffs.

              Tidal is brilliant SQ, $24 per month is a bit much for Hifi, but the MQA sounds super clean with MQA (got an iFi Zen Dac+headphone amp for the pc setup). Need to hook that up with a vpn for cheap doesn't seem to work yet

  • wfdTamar on 20/10/2020 - 11:00
    +5

    For anyone wondering if you can use the 6 months Netflix on your foreign Netflix account - nope. I just tried with my Turkish one and it said it couldn’t be used with that account (which uses my gmail address).

    Also it only has the 7, 9 & ABC catchup tv channels.

    • joshr1pp3r on 20/10/2020 - 11:28
      +1

      You can install the other catch up channels.

    • czechboi on 20/10/2020 - 11:47

      You can install 10 Play as well. No SBS one just yet

      • Xishnik on 20/10/2020 - 14:06
        +1

        I found SBS when I was doing the setup last night.

        • King Steuart on 20/10/2020 - 16:52
          +1

          Second this. SBS is 100% there. You can also remove Disney+ and Stan and other apps you might not use. I didn't choose them in the setup but they installed anyway.

          • branners on 23/10/2020 - 16:32

            @King Steuart: And SBS has some ripper content, and the ad breaks are quite short

            • G-rig on 24/10/2020 - 07:15

              @branners: Yep, four seasons of Fargo, don't mind watching Ahn Do either, and other Asian films

    • impoze on 20/10/2020 - 16:50

      I installed 10play from the app tab

  • fortyfour on 20/10/2020 - 12:47
    +1

    It's back, baby.

  • HaydosK on 20/10/2020 - 14:31

    BACK IN STOCK

  • jee on 20/10/2020 - 15:50

    back in stock.. bought one!

  • Jeffles on 20/10/2020 - 16:05

    Bought one!

  • Gracey on 20/10/2020 - 16:09
    +1

    For everyone new to this deal, keep in mind the 1 month estimated delivery date

  • Spearo on 20/10/2020 - 16:11
    +1

    Mine came yesterday. But I did order it on the 1/10 when it was a pre release

    • camshandez on 20/10/2020 - 16:49

      yeah mine arrived yesterday arvo too… not as slow though as Oculus shipping my quest 2 on release day FROM CHINA…

  • sauce2k on 20/10/2020 - 16:11
    +1

    Has anyone confirmed if this works with say Netflix subscription bought via VPN?

    • isthisreallife22 on 20/10/2020 - 16:27

      Someone posted this earlier today https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/569685?page=5#comment-9482…

      • sauce2k on 20/10/2020 - 17:32

        Where can't see it thru ur link?

    • wfdTamar on 21/10/2020 - 05:50

      I have Turkish using my gmail address and it didn’t work so I’m returning it. It just said the offer can’t be applied to that account.

      • sauce2k on 21/10/2020 - 08:10

        Thx for confirming

    • G-rig on 24/10/2020 - 07:21

      My Netflix on The android TV still showing as Australia despite the subscription, so don't know if it matters and all content/list is still there. I've also got Nord VPN installed on it, was working to watch other regions just have to start the app again after, although Will have to test it again, some Netflix version apps don't like it and people were uninstalling to use the out of the box version.

      Wonder if the Google TV plays other regions when running your VPN app too, shouldn't be any different?

      • Ace26 on 24/10/2020 - 17:27
        +1

        Can confirm it does. Tried it on prime video using UK setting. I use getflix btw it's just a dns service

        • G-rig on 24/10/2020 - 17:31

          Excellent. Probably worth getting one for the remote/voice control and a snappier experience, app support etc.
          Cheers

  • nomadspartan on 20/10/2020 - 16:20

    Is this as powerful as the 4k Chromecast Ultra?

  • jubs on 20/10/2020 - 16:21

    awesome. got one too!

  • 2stroksmokr on 20/10/2020 - 16:23

    I've been using this and its been great.

    Just wondering those with Soniq have you got your TV working with it yet? Works fine on my Sony but won't work with the Soniq.

    Thanks.

    • ShouldIBuyIt on 13/11/2020 - 18:26

      You mean the HDMI control? If you've set it up with your Sony, then you have to rerun the set up to map the remote to the Soniq

  • Bearboi on 20/10/2020 - 16:23

    I have a LG C7 which doesn't have Google Assistant. Anyone know whether this can turn on the TV? I'm assuming not. I'm currently using Harmony to turn on the TV, so this would allow me further voice control for netflix etc.

    • Gracey on 20/10/2020 - 17:01
      +3

      If the TV has HDMI control which im pretty sure that TV does (its called simlink?), then yes the Chromecast can turn it on and off. If that fails the Chromecast remote has IR built into it and you can program it to turn devices on and off the old fashioned way

  • pe arl on 20/10/2020 - 16:24

    They removed the $15 credit offer for purchasing the standalone unit (non-bundle). Anyone remember how long they said it'd take to issue the credit?
    Not that I can see anything to buy on their store :s

    • kirt on 20/10/2020 - 17:16
      +1

      Get 15% Google Store credit when you pre-order a Chromecast with Google TV from Google Store Australia. Offer isn’t valid on Chromecast with Google TV and Netflix bundle. Customers will receive an email notifying them Google Store credit is added to their account approximately 3 weeks from the order shipment date. Offer valid starting on 1/10/2020 12am AEST through 15/10/2020 at 11:59pm AEDT

      I'm getting the ethernet adapter:

      https://store.google.com/product/chromecast_ethernet_adapter…

      • pe arl on 20/10/2020 - 17:34

        Thanks! I was thinking of the ethernet adapter too but it's only 10/100 mbps. I guess it's okay, hopefully won't impact 4k content…
        Edit: hopefully it comes back in stock :I

        • kirt on 20/10/2020 - 17:45

          Should be fine for any online streaming content, and for local playback, I remember being able to play medium bitrate (around 45Mbps) blu-ray remuxes on the Vodafone TV which was also 100Mbps ethernet.

  • ranma on 20/10/2020 - 16:31

    Just checking if someone with a Philips Hue Play can use this to sync the lights with what is being shown? It's either buy that ridiculously expensive sync box, or watch using a PC that is connected to your TV from what I gather - maybe this can do the PC part but it way easier to power up with a remote than having to bother with a PC? I'm on a Sony X95G so it's already smart, but would like to use the functionality of the Hue Play lights.

    • digitalane on 20/10/2020 - 20:38
      +1

      No. Still needs HDMI sync box I’m afraid

  • sauce2k6 on 20/10/2020 - 16:38

    dont need netflix so hopefully this drops the price of the ultra/4k lol

  • Balmaino on 20/10/2020 - 16:41

    Got mine today works a treat even on my weird ass Changhong tv

  • berko_max on 20/10/2020 - 16:41

    Anyone that got one already, thoughts/reviews?

    • camshandez on 20/10/2020 - 16:51
      +1

      only used it for a moment last night however super interesting fact, the remote has a IR Blaster, during setup it goes through a series of IR options for manufacture model to allow you to turn the TV on/off and adjust volume direct from remote. Good if you don't have HDMI-CEC abilities which I presumed the volume button had to work with.

      Apart from that super snappy, works fine with the Android TV Android app for qwerty keyboard input via mobile phone (great for passwords when signing into everything initially).

  • georgev on 20/10/2020 - 16:46
    -4

    Can this Netflix credit used on Turkish account ?

    • morgs640 on 20/10/2020 - 17:03
      +1

      Read back, that's why you were negged. (Not by me)

      • georgev on 20/10/2020 - 18:54
        +1

        Yup thanks. Not valid for Turkish account

  • aph1985 on 20/10/2020 - 16:46

    I got it and love it so far, however I am having difficulties in connecting to 5ghz wifi.

    • pe arl on 20/10/2020 - 17:39

      If you go back a page there are some tips on changing your wifi channel to make it work. It's only a makeshift solution though; it needs to be patched from Google's end.
      I'm actually surprised this isn't experienced by more people in this thread; wonder why only some people have trouble seeing 5GHz on their unit?
      Some similar complaints on Chromecast support page. Hope they fix it.

  • sauce2k on 21/10/2020 - 08:11

    Might just use the corporate biz program discount to get the Google TV for 93 bucks since I'm on Turkish Netflix..

    Did someone say this doesn't work on nba league pass? Apparently Region locked?

    • jubs on 21/10/2020 - 14:30

      My understanding is that NBA League Pass app for Android TV is region locked, but if you goto the play store via browser you can use the standard NBA LP app which isn't region locked

      • sauce2k on 21/10/2020 - 17:18

        Ah OK thx

  • rakstars on 21/10/2020 - 10:26

    Back in stock now. I just ordered mine

  • GNRICHO on 22/10/2020 - 09:30

    Hi,

    How does the Netflix credit work. Do you add a 'code' or ?? to your netflix account which means your monthly debit does not kick back in until the credit is used ? Thanks

    • John Kimble on 22/10/2020 - 09:51
      +1

      Correct. Says this in my Netflix taccount.

      $95.94 Netflix credit
      Your account is paid until 18 May 2021.

      • ShouldIBuyIt on 22/10/2020 - 10:26

        Sorry if this has been answered before, it's credit so one could stretch more than 6 months mship if choosing SD/1 screen option ?

  • ow on 22/10/2020 - 16:11

    Hi guys managed to get order one for delivery in November. I have an old monitor with HDMI but no audio out. Was wondering on how to get audio out?

    • Borg on 23/10/2020 - 01:12
      +3

      Its rorting the systems like this that shuts down decent deals like this. It's why other places dont do it. Just enjoy the deal rather than scamming it. Ultimately every one else suffers in the long run.
      Remember what goes around comes around.
      Now pop back and cancel those last two orders :-)

      • WeHaveRicePudding on 23/10/2020 - 07:22

        Probably the reason mine hasn't shipped yet…

        • superforever on 23/10/2020 - 09:39
          +2

          Yeah if people return their device, Netflix should also cancel their subscription.

  • iWan on 23/10/2020 - 12:51

    Amy reason why my Netflix costs $13.99 not $15.99?

    • shrini101 on 23/10/2020 - 19:14

      $15.99 is most likely for 4k

      • jamba on 11/11/2020 - 21:14

        UltraHD is $19.99 a month

  • Sang11 on 23/10/2020 - 12:55

    Can Optus Sport be downloaded on this and if someone already has, how good is the app?

    • joshr1pp3r on 23/10/2020 - 16:46

      Anything can be downloaded

  • muststop on 23/10/2020 - 18:48

    Does anyone know if the Chromecast TV can more than one SSID? I'd like to be able to use at home via router and in my campervan via hotspot. It's a minor PITA to keep resetting the network on the old chromecast. I could use the same SSID for my hotspot as my router I guess.

    • Borg on 24/10/2020 - 01:25

      Not sure yet…doubt it though. Just adjust the WiFi when away Or rename the caravan WiFi Hotspot (if your own) the same as your Home.

  • G-rig on 24/10/2020 - 10:23
    +1

    Can anyone confirm when once paired whether it will detected bluetooth automatically, or have to enable in setting each time?
    I've got a yamaha BT receiver that i can run to DAC+speakers that I'm keen to get volume control from. Currently no control over optical out of the telly (besides a manual main vol control). It's fine when casting audio etc to my CC Audio. Obviously this won't help free to air viewing but don't bother with speaker much for that.

    The built in chromecast on my 2015 Bravia may not continue getting updates, and the casting fails a bit once I plug in the ethernet cable (cannot connect to wifi networks. It sounds like that ethernet adaptor would be good for a fixed connection and also receiving casting from various devices over both 2.4 and 5GHz networks?

    Thanks

  • Ace26 on 24/10/2020 - 17:31
    +3

    Couldn't wait for my Google store delivery, cancelled it and picked one for JB HIFI in Castle Hill NSW.

    Asked if they could a bit better than rrp and they dropped the price to $91. YMMV.

    https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/88470/83903/1603520368…

    • G-rig on 26/10/2020 - 14:46

      Not a bad idea, or officeworks price beat for $94?
      Sounds like delivery would take a whlie and don't need the netflix credit (would be hard to sell for same amount to someone paying it anyway)

  • preasm14 on 25/10/2020 - 16:13

    Will a Chrome or other browser works on this? TIA

    • blues99 on 25/10/2020 - 18:52

      You have to sideload by downloading the apk, using a sideload launcher, enabling developer mode and the install from unknown sources - but it does work - I have Microsoft Edge and Firefox working. Although it helps to use a Bluetooth mouse to navigate as the browsers are not optimised for Android TV. There is a browser on the Android TV play store but I preferred the majors.

      • G-rig on 26/10/2020 - 14:27

        Better just plugging The PC into the TV for a better browsing experience, if the PC is nearby. I got a 5m HDMI cable and it acts as a second monitor. Easy with a Bluetooth couch keyboard like the k830.

        Still wouldn't mind one though, the built-in Chromecast bit clunky sometimes

  • pe arl on 26/10/2020 - 10:32

    After hours of troubleshooting with tech support, finally decided to return for a refund… and gosh the return process is a huge pain in the neck. Lots of confusing forms to fill out, no clear instructions on how exactly to deal with the courier to arrange shipping back to some third party business in Hong Kong… They should really just let you return to Google via Auspost then send it on to an overseas warehouse themselves if they want to.

    • spedohero on 26/10/2020 - 11:06

      What was the technical issue?

      • pe arl on 26/10/2020 - 11:14
        +1

        This. They're working on a patch apparently but even if it doesn't end up getting fixed you can't return it after the 2-week "grace" period.

        • spedohero on 26/10/2020 - 11:15

          Thanks, going to hold back for now

        • G-rig on 27/10/2020 - 07:32

          Does anyone know what the delivery time is on these from Google?
          Usually they are pretty quick at delivering phones.

          Sounds like you had a bad experience there. I usually prefer to purchase from the Google store (phones have longer warranty, or did, this device 1y though), I had to send a phone back under warranty and was very straight forward. After talking with support to confirm the fault they send a new one out and email instructions. Just had to print a label and send old one back, postage was covered IIRC.

          Ps I've got an original Chromecast couldn't even connect it to this TV anymore probably not worth anything

          PPS just realised the 15$ credit from Google store has ended, may as well go to jb hi-fi

          • pe arl on 27/10/2020 - 08:37

            @G-rig: Delivery was quick but yeah, you might as well buy from a physical store if you're not after Netflix credits.
            Did they ask you to return the phone to an overseas address too?

            • G-rig on 27/10/2020 - 08:51

              @pe arl: The credit would be ok to try and palm off to a family/friend who's paying it anyway but most probably couldn't be bothered.

              Think it was had a look at some old emails.

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