Chromecast with Google TV, a small handy device when connected to any TV’s HDMI port and connected to WiFi, turns into a Google TV. There are also Smart TV models that come with built-in Google TV functions. But all these devices use Android OS, which is easy to jailbreak. Do you still have doubts about how to Jailbreak Chromecast with Google TV? Get to know the procedure required to Jailbreak your Google TV device and the application needed to do so. Find the answers you are looking for to Jailbreak Chromecast devices from here.
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Is it Safe to Jailbreak Chromecast with Google TV?
Yes, it is totally safe and legal to jailbreak Chromecast with Google TV. This is only possible because of the Android TV OS that this device uses to operate. Even though it is safe for Jailbreak, sideloading harmful applications on your Google TV can make the device stop working permanently. So, it is not that you need to be careful about Jailbreak, but about the things you do after it.
How to Jailbreak Chromecast with Google TV?
Chromecast with Google TV features are all limited to its users. To go beyond the boundaries you just need to Jailbreak your Chromecast with Google TV devices. Since Google TV has an OS similar to Android, you just need to be a developer to access additional features from it. To jailbreak your Chromecast with a Google TV device, the steps to be followed are,
- Enable Developer Mode on Google TV
- Get the Downloader app
- Install Aptoide App on Goolge TV
- Download and Install Kodi on Chromecast with Google TV
With the Aptoide app, you can get applications that are compatible with your Chromecast with a Google TV device, but not available on the Google Play Store. And with Kodi, you can access its addons, builds, and repositories to have a good streaming experience.
How to Enable Developer Options on Chromecast with Google TV?
By enabling the Developer Option on your device, you get to access USB debugging, permission to install Apps from Unknown sources, and more. The step to enable Developer Options on your Chromecast with Google TV is simple, just follow the steps given here.
- Go to your Chromecast with the Google TV Settings menu.
- Choose the System option and tap on About
- Highlight the “Android TV OS build” option and press OK 7 times.
- A pop-up message “You are now a developer!” appears on your screen.
With this, you have successfully got the Developer Options on your Google TV.
How to Disable Developer Options on Chromecast with Google TV? If you want to come out of Developer Options on your Google TV, just follow the steps given here.
- Go to the System section of your Chromecast with Google TV.
- Go to the Developer Options menu.
- Highlight Enable developed options
- Press OK to toggle the option that turns OFF Developer Options on your device.
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How to Install Downloader App on Chromecast with Google TV?
The Downloader app comes in handy when you want to get third-party Apps APK files on your devices. You can get this app on your Google TV directly from Google Play Store. The installation procedure is similar to getting any other app on your Chromecast with a Google TV device, which is
- Select Apps from the Google TV home screen.
- Tap on the Search for Apps option
- Use the on-screen keyboard to type the name of the app “Downloader”
- Choose the “Downloader by AFTVnews” app from the search results.
- Select Install on its information page and wait for it to get installed.
Allow Downloader App to Install Third-Party Apps on Google TV
Now that you have installed the Downloader App on your Chromecast with Google TV, you need to give it permission to install unknown apps on your device. To install third-party apps through the Downloader app, follow the simple procedures on your Google TV.
- Get back to your Google TV Settings menu.
- Choose the Apps option.
- Go to its Security & Restrictions option.
- Tap on Unknown Sources and go to the Install Unknown Apps section.
- Here you can find the Downloader app.
- Just highlight the Downloader app and press OK.
With this, you are allowed to install applications through the Downloader app on your Chromecast with a Google TV device.
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How to Get Aptoide App on Chromecast with Google TV?
Aptoide is an App Store specifically for Android devices, that helps to discover and install applications that you cannot get on Google Play Store. This can be the best app you can get on your Google TV to install favorite apps that are compatible, not available on your device. You will need the help of the Downloader app to get Aptoide on Google TV. The steps to be followed are,
- Launch the Downloader app on your Google TV.
- Select Allow on the prompts of the Downloader app to give it the necessary permissions to work on your device.
- On the Downloader app Home section select the URL tab.
- Type “tv.aptoide.com” the URL of the Aptoide APK file for Android TV
- Now tap on the “Download Aptoide TV” option and wait for a few seconds.
- The download of the Aptoide APK file starts.
- After completion, you will be prompted to install it.
- Just tap on the Install option and wait for it to complete.
- Select Done to complete the installation process.
- After this, you will be prompted to delete the APK file.
- You need to select the Delete option on the two pop-ups to confirm the process.
The Aptoide app is installed on your Google TV. You need to give the Aptoide TV app permission to install a third-party app on your Chromecast with a Google TV device. To do so, go to the Unknown Sources section, and select the Aptoide TV app to enable its permission to Install apps from Unknown sources. (follow the steps discussed in the section “Allow Downloader App to Install Third-Party Apps on Google TV“)
How to Install Kodi on Chromecast with Google TV?
The Kodi media player application can be installed on Chromecast with Google TV, directly from Google Play Store. With this app, you can get access to your local files and use third-party plugins to access your favorite content. To know the steps required to get Kodi on Chromecast with Google TV, follow How to Install Kodi on Google TV?
Now that you have installed the Kodi app on your devices, get the best Repository to get all your favorite add-ons and builds. One of my favorite Kodi repositories would be Kodi Repo. Why don’t you try to get Kodi Repo on your Kodi media player at Chromecast with Google TV?
- Seren Addon
- DeathStar IPTV
- Flixnet
- Phoenix
- Neptune Rising
And more other add-ons. (To know more just type Kodi Addons in the search tab on this page, which is on your right side)
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How to Jailbreak Chromecast 2nd Generation?
Jailbreaking is not although not Illegal at all, But does involve risks that might cause Potential damage if done wrong. So, Be careful while doing this. Regarding Chromecast 2nd Generation, You can do it by following the instructions below;
- Firstly, You will need to Disconnect the Chromecast from your TV.
- Download the Files and Software that are needed from a reliable source.
- Just like the Google TV, You can Jailbreak Chromecast the same way.
- Enable the Developers Option and install the Downloader app or any App that allows accessing Third-Party Apps.
However, the Steps may vary depending on which Jailbreaking tool you use.
Suggestions
After enabling Developer Options on your Chromecast with Google TV device, you can install all applications that are compatible with Android TV. Chromecast devices with a special feature of screencasting, which is very much compatible with Smartphones and Tablets with the help of the Google Home app. You need to be very careful about the third-party application that you are going to install on your Google TV. There might be malware that causes your device to stop working when installed. Get your favorite app APK file from a secure source, check its creditability, install it on your Chromecast with a Google TV device, and enjoy watching it.