iOS 27 may add native Google Cast support in Europe
Apple's upcoming iOS 27 update may introduce native support for Google Cast and other third-party streaming protocols, allowing users to send media from iPhones to TVs and speakers without requiring explicit app support. This change is reportedly driven by the European Union's Digital Markets Act, which has mandated greater interoperability from Apple.
Key Takeaways
- Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says iOS 27 will support third-party AirPlay alternatives, including Google Cast.
- Users could choose Google Cast as the default way to send video, photos, and audio from an iPhone.
- A Cast-supported TV or speaker could appear as a native destination inside iOS without app-specific workarounds.
- The change is tied to the European Union’s Digital Markets Act, which already forced Apple to allow third-party app stores and sideloading in the region.
Why It Matters
If Apple adds Google Cast support at the system level, iPhone users in Europe would no longer be limited to AirPlay for basic streaming handoff to TVs and speakers. That matters because Google Cast is already common in hotels, shared spaces, and Android-heavy homes, while Apple’s current setup depends on AirPlay support or app-specific workarounds. The regional DMA link also shows Apple is expanding interoperability only where regulators require it, not necessarily worldwide. The next concrete signal to watch is whether Apple confirms iOS 27 streaming alternatives beyond the EU.
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