Google Chromecast with Google TV remote

The Google Chromecast with Google TV remote is a core component of Google's media streaming hardware ecosystem. Originally launched by Google to replace previous generations that relied solely on smartphone control, this remote introduced a physical interface featuring dedicated buttons for Netflix and YouTube, alongside a voice-control Google Assistant button.

While the brand is quintessentially American, the manufacturing of these devices is primarily concentrated in China through contract manufacturers like Foxconn or Quanta Computer. However, in recent years, Google has shifted some hardware production to other regions like Vietnam to diversify its supply chain. The brand remains under the ultimate ownership of Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google, headquartered in Mountain View, California.