PHWeb Video Caster v5.12.11 (Build 5700) [Premium]
Web Video Caster is a browser-based utility designed to stream online media-including movies, TV shows, IPTV, and live sports-directly to streaming devices and Smart TVs. The application functions by capturing the video URL from a webpage and sending it to the destination device for direct playback. It also supports local casting of photos, audio, and videos stored on the mobile device.Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Android Version | 5.0+ |
| Build Version | 5.12.11 (Build 5700) |
| Decoding | No local transcoding; destination device must support the source codec. |
| Subtitles | Web page detection, local file support, and OpenSubtitles.org integration. |
| Functionality | Direct URL casting (not screen mirroring); supports video downloading (MP4, AVI, WEBM). |
Supported Compatibility
| Streaming Devices | Supported Media Types |
|---|---|
| Chromecast | HLS live streams (M3U8) |
| Roku (No queue/resume support) | MP4 videos |
| Amazon Fire TV / Fire TV Stick | IPTV (M3U8, W3U, RSS) |
| DLNA receivers | HTML5 videos |
| Smart TVs (LG, Samsung, Sony, etc.) | Local Photos & Audio |
| PlayStation 4 (via web browser) | Movies & TV Shows |
Premium Features
- Ad-free experience
- Bookmarks and customizable Home Page
- Video history and Queue management
- Resume video playback
- Homescreen shortcuts
App Permissions
- Phone State: Pause video during incoming calls.
- Wi-Fi Information: Required for device discovery and browser communication.
- Storage: Required for downloading media and local file access.
- Wake-lock: Prevents phone sleep during live stream routing.
- Location: Optional (Android 6+); used only if requested by specific websites.
- Accounts/Identity: Required for Google Play Services integration.
Limitations & Technical Notes
- Flash/FLV: Not supported.
- Tab Casting: Not supported (no browser tab mirroring).
- Server Issues: Buffer or playback failures due to content provider load are external to app function.
- Downloads: Excludes live streams such as M3U8 and MPEG-Dash.
What's New
- General bug fixes and performance improvements.