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Discussion in 'Technology' started by BBiggs, Nov 2, 2010.

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  1. Dec 13, 2012 at 6:26 PM
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    Depends on what your intended usage is, i.e. streaming media from your computer, streaming from online, etc? Also if you are in the Apple ecosystem already it's usually the best user experience to stay in it, again depends on what you want to do though. But if you are the frugal type, and/or the Roku does what you want then go with that.

    The Apple TV does not stream to other devices. You can airplay to the Apple TV from any iOS device or Mac.
     
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  2. Dec 13, 2012 at 6:41 PM
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    ... ^^^ ... Netflix, Hulu and that is about it .... Thanks ... :D

    PS: I was just wondering if we could watch regular TV programs on laptops or iPad with it (streaming from TV) in some way.
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  3. Dec 13, 2012 at 6:45 PM
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    Nah, Apple TV doesn't stream out, only in. If you want to stream TV to your laptop or iPad a sling box is probably your best bet. But your cable provider (if you have one) may have apps that let you do that for free so check there first. If you're a tivo person then have a streamer now too. Several options out there.
     
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  4. Dec 13, 2012 at 6:48 PM
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    Also, if you just want to do Hulu and Netflix you can get both of those on an XBox, PS3, Wii, or Tivo if you have any of those already.
     
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  5. Dec 13, 2012 at 6:50 PM
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    ... ^^^ ... You have given me some things to research and think about ... thanks again ... :D
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  6. Dec 13, 2012 at 6:59 PM
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    Netflix is one of the main things i use on my PS3. I love it!!

    A little bird told Me I was getting a Xbox for x-mas too. No more moving the PS3 between rooms!!!
     
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  7. Dec 13, 2012 at 7:01 PM
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    Xbox also has Amazon Prime and Crackle (never used that).
     
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  8. Dec 13, 2012 at 7:02 PM
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    PS3 also has Amazon prime also a great feature!!!
     
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  9. Dec 16, 2012 at 10:50 AM
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    Not sure if someone has asked or did a review on Apple TV...

    Debating about getting it seems pretty cool for 100 dollars..

    Pros? Cons?

    Thanks in advance
     
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  10. Dec 16, 2012 at 10:52 AM
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    i am interested in the same...does it work with iphone 5? is anything on idevice able to be viewed on tv? or are there format limitations? its also full hd? right
     
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  11. Dec 16, 2012 at 6:31 PM
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  12. Dec 16, 2012 at 8:34 PM
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    I got rid of cable and use a roku exclusively. The iPad can stream Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon which I have on the roku. I debated getting the Apple TV but went with the roku.
     
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  13. Dec 16, 2012 at 8:56 PM
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    Never heard of roku. I will have to look into it. Thx!!
     
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  14. Dec 17, 2012 at 3:09 PM
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    Well after consideration of all my options and having, iTunes, and iCloud; I went with Apple TV.

    I LOVE IT!! Prefect match if you have apple products. Easy to set up and Easy to use.

    I recommend it to everyone.

    Only negative after messing around with it for a couple hours is that I can't use Amazon Prime on it, but I knew it going into my purchase.

    I will put pictures up in a little bit after my boys show is over.

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  15. Dec 17, 2012 at 3:59 PM
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    I imagine it won't be long until they have an Amazon Prime app for Apple TV. They have one for the iPad.
     
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    My wife is an Amazon prime member and uses it on her kindle and on the PS3.

    She loves it.

    I like it because I have best of both worlds!!
     
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  17. Dec 18, 2012 at 6:26 PM
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    Apple TV!!
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  18. Dec 19, 2012 at 5:10 PM
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    How do I increase the volume on one of the older iPad3 when using headphones. The Bose headphones in question work well on all other media players.
     
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  19. Dec 19, 2012 at 5:17 PM
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    Today, I took my (new in the box) Roku back to B/B and got an Apple TV (for my wife for Christmas) ... :D
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