FxCast

The article discusses the release of fx_cast, an open source browser extension for Firefox that allows users to stream content to Chromecast devices. Previously, Chromecast was not supported in Firefox, but this extension implements the Chrome Sender API, enabling casting from Firefox. Currently, it is available for Mac OS X and Linux, with Windows support pending. Users need to install both the Firefox extension and a bridge app. The extension is still in beta, and users are advised to expect bugs and limited site compatibility. The article also mentions that the extension can spoof user agents for certain websites, enhancing casting capabilities.

The article discusses the release of fx_cast, an open source browser extension for Firefox that allows users to stream content to Chromecast devices. Previously, Chromecast was not supported in Firefox, but this extension implements the Chrome Sender API, enabling casting from Firefox. Currently, it is available for Mac OS X and Linux, with Windows support pending. Users need to install both the Firefox extension and a bridge app. The extension is still in beta, and users are advised to expect bugs and limited site compatibility. The article also mentions that the extension can spoof user agents for certain websites, enhancing casting capabilities.