In a significant update for Android users, the Apple TV application has finally bridged a crucial connectivity gap. The app's version 2.2, released in December 2025, now includes full support for Google Cast technology. This means subscribers can effortlessly stream their favorite Apple TV+ content, like Ted Lasso or Slow Horses, directly to their television screens via Chromecast, Google TV, or Android TV devices.
What the New Casting Feature Offers
The integration is straightforward and mirrors the functionality found in most Android streaming apps. When playing a video, a Cast button appears in the top-right corner of the player. Tapping it reveals a list of available devices on your network. Once you select your TV or dongle, the video immediately shifts to the larger screen. Your Android phone or tablet then transforms into a dedicated remote control for playback.
The app provides two control interfaces. Initially, it switches to a mini-player view on your mobile device, showing the playing title, target device, and a progress bar. This view offers basic controls: play, pause, and the ability to skip forward or backward in 10-second increments. For more detailed control, users can tap the mini-player to open a full-screen casting view.
Enhanced Control and User Experience
The full-screen view is where the experience improves. It displays cover art for the content and provides a proper timeline scrubber, allowing for precise navigation through a show or movie. This screen also houses buttons for managing audio tracks and subtitle settings on the fly, which is essential for viewers who prefer dubbed content or need captions.
This update, confirmed by tech writer Kanika Budhiraja, effectively removes a major pain point. Before version 2.2, Android users were locked into watching on their mobile devices, with no native way to cast to a TV—a feature considered standard on the platform. The move brings the Apple TV app in line with competitors and enhances its value for the existing subscriber base.
How to Get the New Feature
To access Google Cast support, users must ensure they have updated to Apple TV app version 2.2 from the Google Play Store. After updating, the Cast icon should automatically appear during video playback. This update, dated 17 December 2025, marks a key step in Apple's strategy to make its services more accessible and user-friendly across all major platforms, including its rival's operating system.
The addition is a clear win for ecosystem flexibility. It acknowledges the mixed-device reality of many Indian households, where a user might own an Android phone but prefer Apple's streaming content. Now, starting a show on your phone and sending it to the living room TV requires no workarounds, making the Apple TV+ service a more versatile option for entertainment.
