If you don't own a smart TV, you can still cast from laptop to TV by using a HDMI dongle such as a Google Chromecast.

If you want an easy way to connect your laptop, phone, or tablet to your TV or an external monitor, this Anker USB-C-to-HDMI adapter is a great solution, especially now that it’s only $12 on Amazon.

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