What Internet TV device do you like (or not like) - Roku, Chromecast, Firestick, etc.)

What Internet TV device do you like (or not like) - Roku, Chromecast, Firestick, etc.)
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I love the Roku and swear by it.
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Thoughts on the Roku (Netflix internet-to-TV streaming) device?

Description : Thoughts on the Roku (Netflix internet-to-TV streaming) device?

Last Answer : Never heard of it. But my TiVo can do that just fine, so I don’t see why I’d buy another box.

Can you help me with using my Firestick for YouTube TV?

Description : Can you help me with using my Firestick for YouTube TV?

Last Answer : say YoutubeTV first. YoutubeTV CBS I have not deleted individual episodes before. You can mark them as watched based on the individual episode or the whole year. Aside from that, you can remove the scheduled recording ... 39.99 and now it is 64.99. I cut the cable for that same price hike reason.

Any tips on buying a Roku box?

Description : Any tips on buying a Roku box?

Last Answer : My savvier-than-I person talked me into the Roku stick with one compelling argument: I have friends with whom I do movie nights sometimes and because of the RGs, not often here. The stick is super easy to ... a little more for a one time expense. I have had mine for about a month, I love it.

What is the difference between a DVR, a TIVO, and a Roku player?

Description : What is the difference between a DVR, a TIVO, and a Roku player?

Last Answer : The brand. Tivo and Roku are two brands of DVRs.

install google chromecast

Description : install google chromecast

Last Answer : You do not install it. You plug it into a USB port. You can purchase it here > http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/devices/chromecast/#netflix

Why would I want to pair my tablet with my tv to watch youtube when I already get youtube on my Roku?

Description : Why would I want to pair my tablet with my tv to watch youtube when I already get youtube on my Roku?

Last Answer : answer:It's just an alternative way to watch YouTube. I assume this is AirPlay in which your tablet is prompting you as an option. It's just an alternative way of watching it. I have similar options ... video for it to stream. Whereas the app has its own interface. I'm assuming Roku is similar.

how to hook up more than one tv to a roku

Description : how to hook up more than one tv to a roku

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I'm looking for a drama/legal/police procedural TV series without bashing, swear words, etc.

Description : I'm looking for a drama/legal/police procedural TV series without bashing, swear words, etc.

Last Answer : Law and Order.

What is the update about the TV interviewer not hearing the name Scissorhand etc.

Description : What is the update about the TV interviewer not hearing the name Scissorhand etc.

Last Answer : Added …I run out of editing time :The original story: http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/video/2015/oct/01/prankster-defends-edward-scissorhands-in-snowden-tv-interview-video

For those of you who use PlayOn.Tv software, what can you tell me about watching Hulu etc on TV through your Wii?

Description : For those of you who use PlayOn.Tv software, what can you tell me about watching Hulu etc on TV through your Wii?

Last Answer : answer:http://technat.wordpress.com/2010/06/06/playon-tv-on-the-wii-a-cable-killer/ Please make sure you're not being mislead by this company. It doesn't give you access to all those channels as ... can tell, you'd be better off just buying an HDMI cable and connecting your laptop to your TV.

Have you ever loved something a lot (TV show, movie, band,etc,) then grew to hate it?

Description : Have you ever loved something a lot (TV show, movie, band,etc,) then grew to hate it?

Last Answer : Easy question. “Friends”. Used to love it. Now it repulses me.

Can you get free satellite tv over the Internet like I've seen advertised.

Description : Can you get free satellite tv over the Internet like I've seen advertised.

Last Answer : answer:if it's over the internet, then it's not satellite, right? the truth is, unless you get video content directly from a network's own website (eg, i watch lost on abc's website) you ... 're reading about is either misleading or illegal. if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Is there a tv dvr that doesn't require an internet connection?

Description : Is there a tv dvr that doesn't require an internet connection?

Last Answer : Hauppage dvr

What advantages and disadvantages do you see with releasing every episode of a 'TV' series at the same time on an internet streaming provider, such as Netflix?

Description : What advantages and disadvantages do you see with releasing every episode of a 'TV' series at the same time on an internet streaming provider, such as Netflix?

Last Answer : You can binge watch and not disrupt the continuity. No commercials. Pick and choose episodes you may have missed. I can’t think of a single disadvantage for the consumer.

What sort of internet speed would you need for streaming TV over the internet?

Description : What sort of internet speed would you need for streaming TV over the internet?

Last Answer : For normal quality video streaming, a 500 kbps or 1 Mbps internet speed connection would be enough. For high quality video streaming you require a 2–3 Mbps internet connection.

What do you pay for cable TV/Internet? (no phone)

Description : What do you pay for cable TV/Internet? (no phone)

Last Answer : Comcast Ultra High Speed Internet. It averages $185 a month with all the premium Channels my wife loves and the 35 Megs down, 15 megs up that I love.

If you watch TV on the internet, is it still TV?

Description : If you watch TV on the internet, is it still TV?

Last Answer : Does “televised” count?

What are current solutions to switch to Internet-based TV and movies (see details)?

Description : What are current solutions to switch to Internet-based TV and movies (see details)?

Last Answer : answer:I can only speak for Netflix. Either get a Netflix box. OR an XBox (I have that). Pumping the signal our of the PC works, but can be a bit of a pain. And the more bandwith the better the stream.

What are your thoughts on watching (on the internet)/downloading tv series?

Description : What are your thoughts on watching (on the internet)/downloading tv series?

Last Answer : If it has been posted on a legit site that is licensed by the station, I have no problem with it of course. If it is a bootleg, then I consider it unethical.

Is there an internet tv site where can i stream this tuesdays lost (02/23/10) online live while its debuting?

Description : Is there an internet tv site where can i stream this tuesdays lost (02/23/10) online live while its debuting?

Last Answer : No. I’m sorry, but that is the answer. There is no way to catch it live without actually tuning into ABC. Correct me if I’m wrong though, anyone.

Internet videos (hulu, youtube) on my old Analog TV?

Description : Internet videos (hulu, youtube) on my old Analog TV?

Last Answer : If it just has a cable input, go to radio shack and see if you can find a thing called a “modulator”—this takes a video & audio input (maybe even find one with Svideo input) and will modulate it onto an FM signal, that you can then plug in through the cable input.

Does anyone here have a subscription to Pub-D-Hub Gold or Gold+ on Roku?

Description : Does anyone here have a subscription to Pub-D-Hub Gold or Gold+ on Roku?

Last Answer : By the way, PubDHub stands for Public Domain Hub. They curate and collect movies, short training films, old commercials, radio shows, etc., that are in the public domain. I imagine they could be a good source of material if someone was making a movie and needed a specific clip.

My Roku keeps cutting out, what should I do to fix it?

Description : My Roku keeps cutting out, what should I do to fix it?

Last Answer : Have you tried updating the software??? I think it is in the same section as to where do the restart. Similar to a computer, you just need to keep trying until you find out what it wants!!! BTW, WELCOME TO FLUTHER!!!

How do I turn off the computerized narrator on my Roku?

Description : How do I turn off the computerized narrator on my Roku?

Last Answer : Are we talking the narration that some shows have like “Judy walks over to the body then vomits”? Or is it reading the menus? If the latter Settings > Accessibility > Audio Guide

None of the channels on my Roku are loading except Netflix. What could be wrong?

Description : None of the channels on my Roku are loading except Netflix. What could be wrong?

Last Answer : Also, the option to send videos to the Roku no longer appears in the youtube app on my tablet. I’ve tried reinstalling the Youtube channel but it doesn’t install. Why do none of the channels work except Netflix?

Is there any significant difference in functionality between a ROKU streaming stick vs. the set top box?

Description : Is there any significant difference in functionality between a ROKU streaming stick vs. the set top box?

Last Answer : I have a couple of the older boxes and a roku 3, use them daily. Best set top boxes available. For 15 bucks, just try it!

Did your Roku / Netflix Search feature stop working this weekend, around May 24th?

Description : Did your Roku / Netflix Search feature stop working this weekend, around May 24th?

Last Answer : LuckyGuy: I know this is not answering the question, but can you please clarify what exactly a Roku box does and why it’s necessary on top of Netflix? I had googled it a while ago when you mentioned Roku Box, but I don’t see what it does that’s different from Netflix.

Is the Roku 2 XD streaming player compatible with the Buffalo LS-WX2.0TL/R1 LinkStation Duo NAS drive's DLNA server?

Description : Is the Roku 2 XD streaming player compatible with the Buffalo LS-WX2.0TL/R1 LinkStation Duo NAS drive's DLNA server?

Last Answer : answer:Anything that's DLNA certified should work with any Buffalo product, but I can't say for certain if Roku's are tested. Buffalo NAS devices are tested with Windows, OS X, PS 3, and XBox 360s and I've ... I'll ask today. If we don't, I'll suggest doing so just to see how far that gets.

Have you seen the new channels on Roku?

Description : Have you seen the new channels on Roku?

Last Answer : I’ve never heard of it.

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Description : what is the usb port on the roku soundbar for?

Last Answer : Universal Serial Bus

Does a Roku player really work and what is the cost?

Description : Does a Roku player really work and what is the cost?

Last Answer : Roku Player is a small box that streams tons of instant entertainment right to you TV including our newly launched ChannelLive channels. All you need is a broadband internet connection of at least 2.0 Mbps. ... http://www.channellive.tv/Roku/, this link will give you more info about it .Good luck.

+1833,781,8185,How do I activate my Roku Com Link?

Description : +1833,781,8185,How do I activate my Roku Com Link?

Last Answer : Roku provides the simplest way to stream entertainment to your TV. On your terms. With thousands of available channels to choose from.

Roku activate setup guide?

Description : Roku activate setup guide?

Last Answer : Roku streaming devices and the channels web, channels, for example, NOW TV, Sky Store, or TVPlayer must be downloaded and introduced on your Roku activation code spilling player. Roku activation To achieve this ... new software. Then, the Roku device will display a link code; for example, "XTMD09".

Roku activate setup guide?

Description : Roku activate setup guide?

Last Answer : Roku streaming devices and the channels web, channels, for example, NOW TV, Sky Store, or TVPlayer must be downloaded and introduced on your Roku activation code spilling player. Roku activation To achieve this ... new software. Then, the Roku device will display a link code; for example, "XTMD09".

Do you feel that some media shouldn't be distributed via streaming and digital services(Netlfix, Hulu, etc)

Description : Do you feel that some media shouldn't be distributed via streaming and digital services(Netlfix, Hulu, etc)

Last Answer : answer:It is understandable how you feel. I used to feel the same way that you do, and there are times when I still miss the anticipation of the next release, be it a new movie or the next week's ... trek over to the next town which has a movie theatre and splurge on popcorn. It's a treat for us.

How does cable television work? Specifically, the different channels showing different content in terms of violence, bad language, nudity etc.

Description : How does cable television work? Specifically, the different channels showing different content in terms of violence, bad language, nudity etc.

Last Answer : The FCC and the advertisers.

House, Monk, Bones etc.? Which show gets your vote for 2008?

Description : House, Monk, Bones etc.? Which show gets your vote for 2008?

Last Answer : One vote for Dexter.

Would it be possible to design a device that would filter out television and radio commercials?

Description : Would it be possible to design a device that would filter out television and radio commercials?

Last Answer : It’s been done, it was called TIVO and for a while it was awesome, until they got sued and had to remove the ad filtering.

Do you remember the name of an infomercial in the 1980s that featured a cardboard device that picked stocks?

Description : Do you remember the name of an infomercial in the 1980s that featured a cardboard device that picked stocks?

Last Answer : I actually remember the commercial, but I was SUCH a youngling… I don’t remember what it was called.

Which home media device should I choose? (Details inside)

Description : Which home media device should I choose? (Details inside)

Last Answer : answer:Sorry, I don't use Boxee or Apple TV. But I'd go the way of the hack. People hack things for a reason . . . and anything that I've tried hacked has been better than the original. SO I'd go ... , and I just hook that up to my LCD and it gives me all the options I want! Have you considered it?

What would you be thinking if you saw a TV show like this?

Description : What would you be thinking if you saw a TV show like this?

Last Answer : I guess it could be somewhat refreshing to not know what the show is about, but it can’t be a constant gimmick; after the first episode the viewer would know.

What do you like on TV these days?

Description : What do you like on TV these days?

Last Answer : The weather channel and NBR (nightly business report) on PBS, but you can get both online. Local news is more local on television.

Would you like to share some of your favorite funny TV commercials?

Description : Would you like to share some of your favorite funny TV commercials?

Last Answer : answer:Here are two of my favorites. www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZfkSAQWz9E www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_MaJDK3VNE

What do you feel like after watching tv?

Description : What do you feel like after watching tv?

Last Answer : Entertained

Why do American TV doctor shows like "Dr Oz" enjoy such high ratings? [Details]?

Description : Why do American TV doctor shows like "Dr Oz" enjoy such high ratings? [Details]?

Last Answer : Because nothing else is on from 12 – 5 pm… it’s all soap operas and childrens programming. The target audience is homemakers.

Do any of you enjoy watching fan made videos based on TV shows that you like to watch?

Description : Do any of you enjoy watching fan made videos based on TV shows that you like to watch?

Last Answer : I usually really dislike these… except for the fact that this one about Community’s Jeff and Annie led to an actual scene in the show, which parodied the shipping video. So brilliant. Looks like the better-quality version was taken off YouTube, which is really too bad.

What pets do you like best from movies/TV?

Description : What pets do you like best from movies/TV?

Last Answer : answer:Remember this one? Or this horse? Oh, wait, you said domesticated.

Why doesn't hockey on TV at bedtime put me to sleep like hockey on the radio did when I was a kid?

Description : Why doesn't hockey on TV at bedtime put me to sleep like hockey on the radio did when I was a kid?

Last Answer : It doesn't matter whether you find the game exciting or not so long as your brain does, and television is better at engaging those parts of the brain that will keep you awake than radio is. ... related factors, but television is associated with difficulty sleeping in all age groups as far as I know.

Men: do you like TV shows that are basically prime time soap operas?

Description : Men: do you like TV shows that are basically prime time soap operas?

Last Answer : No. I have not watched prime time TV regularly since 5 years before they took MASH off the air.

Are (HBO and other) TV shows like Californication and Shameless just a kind of "adult entertainment", drug and alcohol promotional vehicles and "harmless" fun - or is there some educational value to them?

Description : Are (HBO and other) TV shows like Californication and Shameless just a kind of "adult entertainment", drug and alcohol promotional vehicles and "harmless" fun - or is there some educational value to them?

Last Answer : I have not seen any of them, but I heard about these shows… well… to be honest: I think they are great vehicles to earn money for the TV-Stations showing them… ;)