beamer ☆

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Description:
Desktop casting/streaming app for Apple TV and Chromecast

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 4.2.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | @softorino | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: streaming casting airplay chromecast multimedia

Install: brew install --cask beamer

About:
Beamer is a desktop casting application designed for macOS that enables seamless wireless streaming of video and audio content to various smart displays. It bypasses compatibility limitations by intelligently converting media formats in real-time to ensure playback on devices like Apple TV and Chromecast. The tool provides a straightforward interface for extending your desktop or playing local media files directly to a larger screen without complex setup.

Key Features:

Supports casting to Apple TV, Chromecast, and other DLNA devices
Automatic format conversion for broad compatibility
Simple drag-and-drop interface for local media files
Extended desktop mirroring capabilities

Use Cases:

Streaming downloaded movies or videos from a Mac to a TV
Presenting media content in a meeting room to a large display
Playing local audio files through wireless speakers

Alternatives:

AirParrot – AirParrot offers similar screen mirroring and media streaming features, often with broader protocol support for older devices.
VLC Media Player – VLC is a free, open-source player with built-in casting capabilities, though it lacks Beamer's specialized format conversion and streamlined interface.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Jul 9, 2024 3:41pm	4.1.17	0	VERSION_BUMP	197df1f6