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Google updates Chromecast with Google TV 4K for the first time in 2026
Google is rolling out its first 2026 update for the Chromecast with Google TV 4K.
The update is numbered UTTA.260813.002.
It raises the device’s Android security patch level from October 2025 to August 2026.
Google also says it includes bug fixes and performance improvements but gives no details about them.
The update is for the 4K model only; the HD version has not received a new release.
The two models are usually updated at the same time.
Owners can check for and install the update through Settings, then System, About and System update.
Google is rolling out the first 2026 update for Chromecast with Google TV (4K).
The update is for the 4K model only; the HD variant did not receive a new release.
It raises the Android security patch level to August 2026 from October 2025.
Google’s release notes also cite bug fixes and performance improvements.
Users can install the update through the device’s System update settings.
- Who
- Google is rolling out the update for Chromecast with Google TV (4K) users.
- What
- The update raises the security patch level and includes bug fixes and performance improvements.
- When
- Published on October 12, 2026; Google said it is rolling out.
- Where
- Chromecast with Google TV (4K).
- Why
- Not stated
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
The previous release for the Chromecast with Google TV (4K) was issued.
9to5Google reported that Google was rolling out the first update of 2026.
- Model
- Chromecast with Google TV (4K)
- Release number
- UTTA.260813.002
- Security patch level
- August 2026, up from October 2025
- HD variant
- No new release reported
- Installation path
- Settings > System > About > System update
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