From breaking news to blockbuster movies and everything in between, there's something for everyone. And with no subscriptions or fees, it's never been easier to jump in and start watching. The Live tab TV guide brings all your channels together and organizes them by topic and genre.

Get started with the quick start guide, or use these simple steps:

1. Plug in your Chromecast device. Plug Chromecast into your TV.
2. Download the Google Home app. On your mobile device or tablet, download the Home app .
3. Set up Chromecast. Follow the Chromecast setup instructions.
4. Cast content.

Google TV is the smart TV experience that's built right into select TV or streaming devices so there is no additional cost. The Google TV mobile app can also be downloaded at no charge from the Play Store or App Store.

Is There a Monthly Fee for Using Chromecast? There is no monthly fee for the Chromecast device after you've purchased it. However, some apps, like Netflix, aren't free and you will need to pay the monthly or annual subscription fee for those. Other apps, like YouTube, are of course still free.

Google TV users now have access to over 100 free channels that include TV shows like "Top Gear" and "Baywatch," as well as other game shows, music channels, and multicultural entertainment.

Rolling out now to all Google TV devices in the United States, there are in excess of 800 free live TV channels that stream everything from news to movies and so much more, all without costing you a dime. Some of these channels are built-in, while others are powered by third-party apps.

Connect manually to your Chromecast's service set identifier (SSID).

1. Open your phone's Settings app.
2. Tap Wi-Fi. connect to the Chromecast SSID.
3. Open Google Home .
4. Set up your device again.

Initial troubleshooting Make sure the Chromecast is plugged directly into a power source. Use the power cord and adapter that came with the Chromecast. Make sure the TV is set to the HDMI input your Chromecast is plugged into, for example, HDMI 1 or HDMI 2. plug the cord back in.

Here's the bottom line: If you're looking for a little device that can do an excellent job of displaying content on a big-screen TV from any source -- popular streaming services, your computer, or your mobile device -- the Chromecast with Google TV (4K or HD) is an excellent buy.

Google TV free channels: What's built-in

• NBC News Now.
• Today All Day.
• Sky News.
• Reuters Now.
• Scripps News.
• Cheddar News.
• AccuWeather.
• New: Newsmax TV.

The Chromecast is cheap and replaceable and can help ensure that your tv is still "up to date". In my experience Chromecasts actually work well. SmartTV's are very mediocre and usually under perform.

In standby mode, Google Chromecast uses roughly 15 GB of Wi-Fi per month. A second device will double that, and so on. 4K streaming amounts to 7.9 GB per hour, while 1080p HD and 720p HD will consume 1.5 and . 9 GB per hour, respectively.