Ever wanted to turn your old Android phone or tablet into a Chromecast device? If your answer is a resounding yes, this guide can help you set up a Chromecast-compatible music system by connecting your Android phone with the 3.5mm headphone jack. And best of all, you can control the music from any Android device on the same wireless network. Thanks to Android expert Mishaal Rahman (courtesy of his tweet) for spotting the trick and sharing the simple app that lets you turn any Android device into a Chromecast device. Here's how you can do it.

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