by: Lee Koo (ADMIN) March 27, 2012 3:35 PM PDT
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Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home?
by Lee Koo (ADMIN) 
- 3/27/12 3:35 PM
To give you some context to this poll, read this blog:
Which streaming media device is right for you?
Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home?
-- Yes. (Which one and how do you like it?)
-- No. (No need, or just undecided?)
-- I'm still thinking about getting one. (Did the John's blog post help?)
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Link didnt work or was broken
by charlie7290 - 3/27/12 4:41 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
Tried the link but couldnt see it,so I,ll go back to it later
We're working on cutting the cord
by straybeat - 3/30/12 1:37 PM
In Reply to: Technically, I have more than one... by timhood
Ever since cable companies started that stupid tier system in 1985 (to force users to pay the highest rate to get MTV and Discovery) I have roughly calculated that I have spent $32,400 on TV since then (not including all the various equipment I bought through all those years). After I decide on which dual-tuner DVR to buy and record off my antenna, then Dish is gone!
We figure the only channels we'll miss are Discovery, History, MTV and VH1 (are you paying attention cable networks?) and the occasional shows like Ice Road Truckers. As much as we like those shows and channels, they aren't worth $100-plus dollars a month, the cost of which always goes up of course. What bugs me most is that I had a big dish at one point and paid $50 a month for everything broadcast to man, while cable and small dish users were paying $80 for their limited choices. So I know it's a rip-off and we're just making them richer, while they cry poor and come up with another lame excuse why they have to raise our rates.
Then I love all the vested parties who keep trying to get some kind of legislation passed on why internet streaming should be illegal? 
Sony Google TV
by aalake - 3/27/12 5:05 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I have 4 TVs. I have Dish Network - 2 double systems. 1 system is plain vanilla tvs with an old-type receiver. The other system is a DVR with HD reception on one TV but plain coax on the other. When my bedroom TV broke I bought a Sony Google TV 24". Now I get ugggh reception on that TV from Dish and BEAUTIFUL reception from Google TV streaming Netflix, Amazon, HBOGO, whatever. I love it all. I am a 75 yr old femaie and I only like old games like Kings Quest thru Myst so I don't care about games but I do like HD and this TV gets HD if the movie is HD plus excellent reception for all the old miniseries I love. AND - my 'network' is those kind of adaptors that use your home electricity - w hich I read about on CNET and purchased and now my daughter's computer works, my big TV works both satellite and streaming my #2 TV is as described - great streaming, rarely any interruption, believe me - I'm happy.
Say what?
by jcallas - 3/27/12 5:42 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I answered no in your poll because I have absolutely no idea what this gadget is. Since I do fine without "it", I see
no reason to get one.
I have two...
by ESUNintel - 3/27/12 5:48 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I use an AppleTV and Roku. I mainly use the AppleTV to stream from computers with iTunes, or rent/buy movies and TV shows from iTunes. For some reason I tend to use the Roku for Netflix, even though AppleTV can stream Netflix, but usually use the Roku for Crumchyroll (to watch anime and k-drama which I don't even understand but really like).
Lately I also started using the AppleTV to stream games from the iPad.
streaming
by rmf - 3/27/12 5:56 PM
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I don't see a need for this but the post from the 75 year-old is pretty impressive!
Just A PC...
by EscapePod - 3/27/12 6:10 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I just have one of those small, square Dell PCs connected to my main HDTV. Not only does it save OTA broadcasts via an external Haupauge USB tuner, but it can easily grab recorded video off of my main PCs, all of which have at least one hybrid internal tuner, and multi-terabyte hard drives.
Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home?
by graffdon - 3/27/12 6:10 PM
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Yes. We use a PlayStation 3. Since we got it, new services have been added. I expect this trend to continue. Plus, the ability to play DVDs, Blue Ray discs, and gaming discs is great. Yes, it was expensive. But, you get a lot for the money.
Using Roku 2 xs
by jmmailin - 3/27/12 6:18 PM
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Am enjoying more and more as days go by. Setup was just silly-easy much to my relief. It has wireless N capability built in, but I am using it directly connected to router and video delivery is seamless, without delays or hesitation that I suspect would result if attemtping to connect to the home network wirelessly. Roku's advantage is the number of stations / channels offered, including Netflix, Hulu+, and access to Amazon Prime, Pandora internet radio, international channels, and more than I can count. My main complaint would be that much video content available online from the national broadcasting or cable networks is only available online and cannot be streamed through the (tiny) Roku Box, but what it does offer is pretty good. There are plenty of free offerings (years of [free] Dr. Who!) and options for unlimited Netflix at $7.99 a month, Hulu+ for same (separate) fee, and access to plenty of pay-per-view on multiple channels including UFC and Amazon Prime. Unlimited Amazon Prime for $79 a year gets you free 2 day shipping on products sold directly by Amazon as well. Note that does not include stuff sold by others via the Amazon web site. Hope, in combination with free over-the -air TV, to cut the stinking cable entirely.
I use Radio? Sure! for audio.
by Ron Geiken - 3/27/12 6:24 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I started using Radio? Sure! about a year ago, and use it most days. I like it because there is such a wide variety of stations to listen to. I have listened to Hawaiian music, Jazz, and currently the 20s Radio Network. I don't do any Video Streaming since I have Cox HD TV service.It is nice to able to listen to a Genre of music that is not available locally. I have always like 20s music and enjoy this station quite a bit. I have high speed internet, so the radio feed doesn't appreciably affect my Internet Speed. I am sure glad that they started this service. The device that provides the feed is free as are the stations, so it is the best of all worlds. When you learn how to use the streaming service, it is a welcome addition to my computer use. It takes a little while to learn how to use it, but when you finally get it set up, it is easy to change to a different station whenever you want. I have a few other 20s stations that I can go to if I am not happy with the current fare of the station that I am listening to. It is worth a try to see if you like it. No cost, no obligation.
have used a few
by johnr23 - 3/27/12 6:40 PM
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original device i used was roku for netflix
when i starting using mp4s for movies i started using the western digital tv live this device works well as a standalone or can be used on a wireless networkand ikt also streams netflix and hulu etc
later on i got a ps3 system and it has the 3d bluray drive in addition to using wireless for netflix and hulu and others it works well also
i also have an lg 3d smart tv and this also can stream netflix hulu and amazon but it is glitchy as i dont believe it has a large enough buffer for streaming
i also have an imation link for wireless transmission of anything on my computer to the tv and this works well also
anything you can stream on your computer screen you can show on the tv
my preferred device is the wd tv because most of my dvds are converted to mp4 and i have like 2tb of mp4 tv shows and movies all on one network drive so it acts like a large video jukebox and i dont have to hunt and load dvds everything is organized in directories on the network drive
when i stream netflix or hulu probably the best device is the ps3 as it buffers enough that it very rarely has to rebuffer as your watching
as you can see most all of these devices work it depends on what you want to stream but they dont all stream all services so before you purchase one make sure it can stream the source you want to use
Roku 2 and old Kodak media player
by teckiegirl - 3/27/12 6:40 PM
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I bought an old Kodak player a few years ago to play movies on our external hard drive. The interface is horrible but plays almost all formats. Got the Roku 2 around Christmas. Love it for streaming Amazon Prime, Crackle,Pbs etc. My only complaint is that it only plays MP4 formats so all my movies have to be converted, with 400+ movies it is a pain. Great easy to use interface and easy set up.
Roku LT
by sneakymagician - 3/27/12 7:14 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I use a Roku LT and I'm very happy with it. This model of Roku player is in high demand, so I had to special order it. It sure beats having cable, because of the lower cost and the entertainment options. Between Netflix and Hulu Plus, I only spend $16 a month. This model of player requires that you have a wireless router, so keep that in mind - but, at $50, it's hard to go wrong.
Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home?
by edbrady - 3/27/12 7:41 PM
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I have on of the Roku models. So, far, there are no problems with the device (some of the offered channels can give me fits). I was living in Utah, and had been receiving some foreign news feeds that are not available where I am now. Roku reconnected me with most of them, and I wouldn't give it up--unless it were to move to a newer model.
Roku-Huge enjoyment from Tiny box!
by lspeece - 3/27/12 7:59 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I was an early adopter of the Roku and have never looked for an alternative. I now have the Angry Birds version of the Roku 2 and am enjoying it emensly!! Try it...You'll buy it!!!
I use a Logitech Squeezebox Duet and Radio Player
by jrschafer - 3/27/12 8:15 PM
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Since KDFC in San Francisco lost their better transmitter, I have had to stream the station wirelessly. I use the Logitech Squeezebox Radio Player in my reception room in the office, and a Logitech Duet with my stereo at home. They are sometimes a little tricky to use, but really nice because both of them show the music that is playing. I just found and installed the free app for iPhone that can control both of them.
Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home?
by Andy Holman - 3/27/12 10:54 PM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
Got the following streaming devices in our home: a Samsung TV, Samsung Blu-ray player, LG TV, Logitech Revue, iPhone 4 and a Samsung Galaxy SII. We stream media to them all. We don't stream much online stuff. I prefer to download HD 1080 video files (MKV, etc.) onto my NAS for DLNA streaming to my LCD TVs. All devices we own have their pros and cons in terms of format support, etc. but that's all handled well by our media server software, Mezzmo.
Roku and the kids have some kind of box
by Joyce F - 3/28/12 6:15 AM
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I have an older roku that works fine, just got a new wireless one for another room and suddenly it doesn't work. I am not a tv fanatic but just LOVE my roku. Aaargh!
New to Roku
by suedihfed - 3/28/12 6:31 AM
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We were using the wii to access Netflix but it does not have an hdmi input. I just got a Roku2xd two weeks ago and I am in love. It is like discovering a new planet. There is sooo much content available I have not even scratched the surface. Set up was super easy. As long as you have your wireless network ID's and password, you're in business. Last night, my husband and I discussed giving the wii to our daughter and getting another Roku for the livingroom. He is not a techie and is suspicious of new devices so I did not tell him about ordering the first Roku. Only after I had it working did I show him what it could do. He loved the classic horror movie channel and the weather channel. He did not even ask how much I paid for it. If that's not an endorsement, I don't know what is.
yes, the roku lt
by tboerger4757 - 3/28/12 6:45 AM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
bought the roku lt because it was the cheapest. So far so good.Use it between 2 tv's. and it is really easy to set up.
Have watched a few movies in 720p; and a bunch of old sitcoms.Good selection on shows; pay and free.Really like the pandora internet radio.It's good enough that I'm cancelling the digital part of my cable and giving them back the DVR.
Streaming works for me
by lighthorse35 - 3/28/12 7:59 AM
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I'm not a gamer but I have 4 computers including one laptop. I have a Wi-fi router but also have multiple locations hard wired in my house because I built it before home Wi-fi came out. I use Dishnet and have been a customer since the late 1990's. I'm a big fan of Netflix and have 2 Blu-ray players that I have hard wired for a more constant signal wich is the cheap way to watch both DVD and streaming. I've worked in telecommunications and data for years and know that Wi-fi has it's limitations. I dumped my cable service completely due to costs and spotty connections and opted for a 15 MB DSL service that has worked great. If I am getting my car worked on I will bring my laptop and will stream Netflix to my laptop via their free Wi-fi. It's great because of the lack of commercials so you get to watch a program uninterrupted. My neighbor had to have neck surgery and was laid up for 2 months so I brought one of my Blu-ray players over to his house and he watched plenty of programs on Netflix while I helped him and his wife around the house. He now has a blu-ray player and also watches Netflix even though he has cable and Infinty with it's replay of programs but it is loaded with commercials. My Godchildren use their WII gaming to stream Netflix to their TV via Wireless router.
I own 2 Roku's and
by stevecohan - 3/28/12 8:36 AM
In Reply to: Poll: Do you currently use a streaming-media device at home? by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
a Sony Blu Ray DVD that streams Netflix and other applications. I purchased my first Roku for the bedroom about a year ago. I liked it so well that I purchased a second one for the living room. They are inexpensive to purchase and work really well. I am a news junkie and interested in Middle East history. I am able to get Al Jazeera live on the Roku and watch Middle East news. The quality of movies from Netflix is surprisingly good. I have turned on many of my friends to Roku and all love them. Although I have set up my Sony DVD to stream I never use it as Roku offers all that I enjoy.
Yes. Had Roku HD, gave away and went with
by R. Proffitt - 3/28/12 9:25 AM
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While the Roku HD was nice, it was bizarre at times. Content would not work or play from the channels they gave.
I changed it to the Logitech Revue and gave the Roku HD to my brother who tried it and I think sold it.
Bob
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