Chromecast 4k Google TV Android 12 update just released has broken direct play

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I found that I have a similar issue. I noted it occurs with my h264 level 4.1 mkv files only. you can see my full account in the thread below.

Chromecast with Google TV 4K Stuttering After Update

I recently Updated my CCwGTV on my living room TV. So far with those settings disabled I get a consistent “stutter” on h264 with a level of 4.1. and by consistent, I mean plays for second pauses for a second keeping pace with the audio. At first, I thought it was my bit rate and my WiFi couldn’t keep up. I was trying to watch Rouge One, which is an uncompressed rip from blue ray. Bit rate is 39 Mbps. But earlier today I was watching Sunday Night Football on live TV which also had a 30 Mbps …