Plex on Chromecast works from web browser, but spins if cast from android

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Plex Now Transcoding x264 to Devices that previously Direct Streamed/Played

The new Plex Experience continues to be a complete ■■■■-show no one asked for. Now, I’m noticing that x264 files are being transcoded when played on Google devices and it’s causing them to skip. WTF? They can already direct play/stream. Why is the new app forcing a transcode?