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CastPad for Chromecast

CastPad - draw on your TV with friends!

3.5

103 Votes

  • Category General
  • Program license Free
  • Version 3.0.1
  • Size 5 MB
  • Works under: Android
  • Program available in English
  • Content rating Everyone
  • Package name com.hillmanworks.drawcast
  • Program by Hillman Works
    686 East 110 South, Suite 102 American Fork, UT 84003

Overview

CastPad for Chromecast is an inventive application that transforms your television into a real-time sketch pad. By projecting each stroke from your device onto your big screen, this app brings an entirely new dimension to drawing, gaming, and sharing.

Functionality

The primary feature of CastPad for Chromecast is its capability to mirror your device's movements on your television screen. Whether you are doodling, playing a game of charades, or letting your children explore their creativity, the application is as flexible and engaging as your imagination. The ability to share the drawing panel with any Android device connected to Chromecast enhances the app's collaborative potential, provided each device has CastPad installed.

Features

While the options provided in CastPad for Chromecast are basic, they are sufficient for most drawing needs. Users can create freehand lines, straight lines, ovals, and rectangles. The basic color palette offered can be expanded for an additional cost. After you have finished your masterpiece, the app allows you to share your work with friends or wipe the slate clean to start anew.

Performance

CastPad for Chromecast offers a seamless and user-friendly experience. It responds to each stroke in real-time, ensuring that your movements on the device are accurately represented on the screen. This real-time reflection of your drawing makes the experience immersive, offering hours of entertainment both alone and in groups.

Conclusion

In conclusion, CastPad for Chromecast is a versatile and enjoyable app that breathes new life into your Chromecast experience. Despite its basic features, it promises to provide an engaging and fun-filled experience for all age groups.

Pros

  • Real-time projection of drawings onto the TV screen
  • Ability to share the panel with other Android devices
  • Offers diverse drawing options
  • User-friendly interface

Cons

  • Basic features with additional costs for expanded options
  • Requires all devices to have the app installed for shared use

v3.0.1

* Finally fixed bug that prevented a LOT of people from being able to install / update the app. BIG thanks to Michael Q for his help getting to the bottom of this!

v3.0.0

* Eraser!

* Background colors!

* New UI!

* Bug fixes!

Biggest update yet - enjoy a reduced price for premium for a limited time.

Potentially dangerous permissions

  • READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Allows an application to read from external storage.
  • WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Allows an application to write to external storage.

Other permissions

  • ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Allows applications to access information about networks.
  • ACCESS_WIFI_STATE: Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
  • INTERNET: Allows applications to open network sockets.
  • WAKE_LOCK: Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.
  • com.android.vending.BILLING
  • com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
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