Can I work on the web on my computer and at the same time, watch netflix or amazon on TV?
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yes, roku doesn't use your computer to function, just the wifi whether from your pc or modem. I use the Roku even with the computer off.
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The Roku doesn't have anything to do with a computer. All you need is a TV and wireless service (plus a membership in Netflix or other similar services, including Amazon Prime). For us, the Netflix content available for streaming is more than enough, but some people might miss the recent movies available on HBO or Showtime.
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Unfortunately you cannot. You can, however access YouTube, Netflix, Vudu and Hulu.
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I've only tried to access content via Amazon, Netflix or other streaming sites and not the internet. I don't think you can access websites unless you use the TV as just a monitor and hook it up to your computer.
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No this if for watching certain video services on your TV. You can watch things like Netflix, Amazon, Redbox Instant, HBO Go, etc on your TV. There are also other apps so you can play music, browse the web, etc on your TV.
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Yes, there is an app for Netflix in the Store. As for Amazon Instant Video, you can stream it directly from internet explorer.
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Yes. You can use any browser to control the sockets. That's how I see what's going on when I'm at work.
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I doubt it. I was never able to get the device to work. I gave up on it and hooked an HDMI cable to my laptop instead. With a wireless keyboard and mouse I've been able to watch shows on Netflix and purchase others on Amazon
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Using Roku, you can watch Netflix streaming without tying up your computer. It does use your wireless system, but does not affect what you are doing on the computer; we routinely use our computers for a different purpose in one room while streaming video in another room. Just fyi, you could also use devices like Wii to watch Netflix streaming, but the navigation is pretty shaky, so Roku does a better job with an easier set-up if you are only interested in streaming video and not games.
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Yes, you can download the Amazon appstore from the browser if you go to mommy or daddy mode. Then you can install Netflix from the appstore.
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You can watch HGTV shows on the computer. ABC family channel Secret Life of the American Teenager and many others are available via computer streaming. We switched to low cost basic cable, with Netflix and a free 30 day trial to Hulu Plus. Using this ROKU box, and streaming other programs through your computer, will give you a lot of low cost entertainment.Many are in perfect HD. I think HDTV is standard def.
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I have my tv set up with apple tv and i have access to Netflix, hulu plus, all iTunes content & many others. I can also connect my lap wirelessly for streaming amazon prime.
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Yes, you just need to add the Amazon App Store and then install Netflix through there.
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Yes, but you need to access the internet to do this. There are a couple low cost options. Either use gaming system (Xbox/PS3) or you can now get a pretty good DVD or Blu Ray player with built-in wireless that comes with Netflix and other streaming video services installed for under $125.00 Connect either to the TV via HDMI cable (just get the $6 on Amazon) and you are good to go!
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I'm not absolutely sure, but I believe you can hook-up Wii so I think you would also be able to stream Netflix- I haven't tried either yet - sorry!
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I have the same TV and it can stream Amazon Video on Demand, Netflix and Hulu by itself. Once the TV is connected to the internet either by wired connection or the wifi adapter you only have to press the internet button on the remote. A menu will pop up on the bottom of the screen and you can pick the service you want to use. I've used mine for Amazon VOD and Netflix and it works great.
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Yes you can, go to the web and download the amazon app store, then download the netflix app from there. We never use the tabeo store.