Can you run the Google TV only just over internet (for streaming content) or do you really need to have STB/cable to run it?
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you only need an internet connection. i am very pleased with this tv. the remote control is great, it connects via wifi to the tv. hbo go app does not work well. keeps freezing up.
328670
google tv works on internet. i am not using anything currently other than internet based streaming
212026
Yes. I do not use the streaming. It's more about gaming quality and speed. Try to think of the device as a console rather then just another android tablet.
1120641
not sure what you are asking here.if you mean could you use a streaming box from those services or a HTPC, jack it into the reciever and be golden, then 100% yesdoes it hook into the internet and stream those services itself, then no
1447441
No. You have to have the subscription to run the app. I tried running Hulu through the browser, but they have the mobile flash locked down. That being said, between Crackle, Youtube, and Crunchyroll, there isn't much you will miss. The flash on board did ok with some webstreams (I really only tried SyFy's to watch some Eureka).Oh, and another thing that sucks about Hulu is they kill the stream to the tablet if you plug it in using HDMI.
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Simple? Meaning not 100$...? Haha no. Not unless you don't want to use Internet and such. You can sometimes have it synced to your cable TV rote but usually need the Google TV remote to do it. :\
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There is a browser in the tv so I assume you could load the page and try but you would still need a keyboard and mouse to make it work. Plus I'm not sure if the browser can do flash...or whatever the game "web language" is. They also have apps specifically for the TV. Google lg world and you can see what apps are up on the lg server for download to play on the tv. Haven't done that either. TV is pretty damn incredible though.
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If you use the Plex media server, there is a Plex app for Google TV. I use Plex as a DLNA media player on my PS3 now and it is awesome and the Plex Google TV app looks awesome, but I have not used it.
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If you are referring to a cable or satellite box, then yes (if you want to receive a digital signal). If not, then no (your antenna should suffice). However, you can download streaming apps directly to the TV if you have either a wired or wireless internet connection.
1044751
The unit will operate completely on its own with no external connections of any kind. It only requires that you plug it in for power and plus the video cable into a TV so that you can set your options and make sure your cameras are all pointed where you want to monitor. No internet connection of any kind is required.
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Streams all video great as long as you have a good WiFi service. There's only a micro usb port for charging unless there's an HDMI cable that has an adapter for micro usb port then you can't connect to TV
1109216
No, audio streaming only. Formats and providers are changing so fast that you'd be best off getting a roku/amazon/google streaming stick or device anyway.
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Yes it works but everything must have a cable for the network. Just does not work wirelessly. The best solution I found is to use a cable from your computer to your tv. They sell a 25ft hdmi cable if you have that type both on your computer and tv. The new google tv device works pretty well wireless, but you can only watch something using a google chrome browser. It did not work for games or movies. summary = run a wire from computer to tv. Hope this helps.
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Dear friend. Yes you need cable. It is a very complicate installation because, that particular TV Turner was discontinue.
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Startup is pretty quick. Remember, the chromebox can only play thru a web browser. I would be hesitant to stream something that requires a ton of resources.
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Nope. You need macTv. To my understanding it is your Mac not allowing the data to flow through properly. I may be wrong, but I have tried to play my mac on all if my TVs by setting up as an external monitor and it has never worked. Work around would be to create a 3rd party video, store it in the cloud and have your tv access that cloud service and watch from there. More hassle than its worth.
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Yes you can, also Hulu, Netflix and Amazon. I have had no problem streaming these.
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No your tv doesn't need to be hooked up to the net. Did you try some youtube videos? That's a good place for "show and tell" type of helpful how to's.Let me know how you make out.