Users of Google’s second-generation Chromecast and Chromecast Audio de….

Users of Google’s second-generation Chromecast and Chromecast Audio devices are experiencing significant issues due to an authentication error. Users have attempted common troubleshooting methods, such as restarting, factory resetting, reinstalling the Google Home app, clearing cache/data, and even trying different networks, but none of these steps appear to resolve the issue. Some users have encountered an error message that reads: “Untrusted device: [name] couldn’t be verified. This could be caused by outdated device firmware.” This message effectively locks users out of casting capabilities, as it only provides an option to close the dialog box. Newer models, like the Chromecast (3rd gen) and chromecast Ultra, are reportedly functioning without any issues. Many users are concerned that Google may have quietly discontinued support for these older Chromecast models, effectively rendering them unusable overnight. Given Google’s history of sunsetting products without much warning, this concern isn’t entirely unwarranted. However, the nature of the error message suggests that this might be more of a software bug than an intentional shutdown. As users await further information, the uncertainty looms over whether a fix will be implemented soon.

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