Preflight Checklist
Problem Description
Hi Pear Devs,
First of all, thank you for this amazing desktop player! It's fast, sleek, and works perfectly with my setup.
I would like to suggest a feature: Google Cast (Chromecast) support directly within the app. Since many users (like myself) use YouTube Music as their primary hub, the ability to "Cast" the audio to smart speakers or TVs directly from Pear Desktop would be a huge improvement.
Why this would be great:
Allows seamless transition from desktop listening to home audio systems.
Makes Pear Desktop a complete alternative to the browser-based player.
Integrates better with the "Network" feel of the YouTube Music ecosystem.
Since the app is built on Electron, perhaps using a library like 'chromecast-api' or enabling the native internal-casting flags could be a potential starting point.
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
Proposed Solution
I suggest integrating Google Cast support directly into the Pear Desktop interface. This could be achieved by leveraging Electron's native capabilities or by implementing a library like chromecast-api. Adding a "Cast" icon in the player controls would allow users to stream audio to their smart speakers and TVs without leaving the app.
Alternatives Considered
Currently, the only workaround is using a web browser in parallel or using third-party system-wide casting software (like AirParrot), which is not ideal for a dedicated desktop experience.
Additional Information
No response
Preflight Checklist
Problem Description
Hi Pear Devs,
First of all, thank you for this amazing desktop player! It's fast, sleek, and works perfectly with my setup.
I would like to suggest a feature: Google Cast (Chromecast) support directly within the app. Since many users (like myself) use YouTube Music as their primary hub, the ability to "Cast" the audio to smart speakers or TVs directly from Pear Desktop would be a huge improvement.
Why this would be great:
Allows seamless transition from desktop listening to home audio systems.
Makes Pear Desktop a complete alternative to the browser-based player.
Integrates better with the "Network" feel of the YouTube Music ecosystem.
Since the app is built on Electron, perhaps using a library like 'chromecast-api' or enabling the native internal-casting flags could be a potential starting point.
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
Proposed Solution
I suggest integrating Google Cast support directly into the Pear Desktop interface. This could be achieved by leveraging Electron's native capabilities or by implementing a library like chromecast-api. Adding a "Cast" icon in the player controls would allow users to stream audio to their smart speakers and TVs without leaving the app.
Alternatives Considered
Currently, the only workaround is using a web browser in parallel or using third-party system-wide casting software (like AirParrot), which is not ideal for a dedicated desktop experience.
Additional Information
No response