DISH Anywhere is a streaming service that can be accessed by only DISH subscribers. It is a TV everywhere app for DISH channels. You can watch all the DISH channels and its content through the DISH Anywhere app. The app is similar to the HBO GO app, you can use the cable provider credentials to the stream video content without spending any extra money. You can also cast all the DISH Anywhere content on your Google Chromecast.
Cast DISH Anywhere to Chromecast
DISH Anywhere has its own smartphone app and website. From both the platforms, you can cast its contents to Chromecast. There are two ways to cast DISH Anywhere
- Using the smartphone app
- Using the Chrome browser
Requirements
- Google Chromecast
- A TV with HDMI port
- Smartphone or PC
- WiFi network connection
- An Email linked with DISH network
Pre Requisite
- Connect your Google Chromecast to the same WiFi network
- Make sure that your casting device and Chromecast are connected to the same WiFi network
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Steps to Cast DISH Anywhere to Chromecast using Android Device
DISH Anywhere app is officially available on Google Play Store. Install the app on your smartphone before getting into the casting process. Since the DISH Anywhere app doesn’t have the Cast icon, you need to screen mirror your Android device.
Step 1: Open the Google Home app on your smartphone and connect to your Chromecast.
Step 2: On the next screen, you will see that your smartphone is mirrored to your device.
Step 3: Now, your entire Android screen will mirror on your Chromecast. Whatever you do on your smartphone will be mirrored to your Chromecast.
Step 4: After that, open the DISH Anywhere app on your smartphone and log in with the account that is linked with the DISH network.
Step 5: After the successful login, choose any video to cast. It will be mirrored to your Chromecast.
Steps to Cast DISH Anywhere on Chromecast using the Chrome browser
Step 1: Open the Chrome browser on your PC. In the search bar, type the DISH Anywhere URL dishanywhere.com
Step 2: Click the Profile icon on the top right corner of the screen to log in your Dish Anywhere account.
Step 3: After the successful login, you will get access to all the DISH network’s content.
Step 4: Click the Customize icon on the top right corner of the screen.
Step 5: On the list of options, click the Cast option.
Step 6: Your Chromecast device will be displayed, click the Sources drop-down menu and choose Cast Tab.
Step 7: After that, click on your Chromecast to make the casting.
Step 8: When the casting is done, the Cast icon will appear on the top right side of the screen.
Step 9: Play any video, it will be cast to your Chromecast.
Step 10: If you want to stop the casting, click the Cast icon and tap on your Chromecast.
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Conclusion
DISH Anywhere is a TV everywhere app for DISH subscribers. Using the DISH Anywhere app, you can get to watch all the DISH network content without any additional fee. Use any one of the methods mentioned above to cast DISH Anywhere on Chromecast. If you have any doubts, tell us in the comments section.