Boxee Box vs HTPC: Would also like to somehow stream ESPN3 content as well.
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I agree, I had a Boxee on pre order and I had thought about Google TV also but then I thought, for about the same money or less I was able to hookup a nice PC to my TV via HDMI and I use a cheap Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse and it works like a dream! Plus as stated above, it does all of what a settop box will do and whole lot MORE! I had Direct TV for 12 years and I decided that I was tired of paying $70 a month for two DVR's and no premium channels. So I bought a HDTV antenna and a HTPC and I am set!
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Yes, I used to use it with my MythTV box. Check out http://wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=Streamzap_PC_Remote
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Can you please redirect your questions only to a technical one about the operation of the box those questions is not to be ask however if you have learn to tweak your box it will stream videos !!! .
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I you bouth a box with XBMC only , you have to go to youtube to find a way to make your box to work .I always do my own , but let me tell you ist not that easy to make this box to work .See if you can get Repo and start with repo them xfinity .
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The box itself works great as a media stramer. For trouble free Netflix use Playon software requires minimally a dual core pc , but wow is it ever worth it . Upgraded to a more powerful pc and things are great!
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Have you considered a Roku box? Designed to stream Netflix and Amazon content; does not appear to work with Hulu.
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I don't think so - but i'm still learning about the device. I think it is pretty limited now, as compared to the prior Boxee box device.
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I must correct myself. Boxee currently does support paid content through Vudu (recently) and Netflix.
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The browser is one of the key differences. It's not great. I have both units. Roku in the master bedroom Boxee in the Living Room. Vudu is great & has 5.1 Stereo on Boxee & HD & HDX video. Hulu Plus (right now) is only on Roku (major (major) disappointment) Netflix is great on both services. Software interface is great on both (slightly better on Boxee). If Boxee ever get's their act together... it'll be worth the $$$. I like both. If VUDU & Browser are not very important... get Roku. (BTW: Boxee has a nice interface to your home computer network. You can watch videos, view photos etc. on your TV)
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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% yes does it hook into the internet and stream those services itself, then no
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Another voice requesting an Amazon Video/music app for Boxee Box. It would be great to have Boxee Box added to the list of devices compatible with Amazon Instant Video: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=200775230#instantvideoKindle firePlease?
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I was planing to buy this, but bought Sony SMP-N100 Network Media Player with Wi-Fi instead. It's something similar you get Netflix, amazon on demand, Pandora etc. plus you can stream from your computer and hulu is coming in fall. Bunch of other stuff. Good enough instead of cable box in my bedroom.
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Hello!I first bought this with a total backup solution for my home network and found that it was also perfect for streaming movies and videos to my Boxee Box and LG BluRay player.Absolutely recommend this but will caution you that mine is hooked up via a network and not plugged directly into a Smart TV. I do use it via the Ethernet port.Hope this was helpful and feel free to ask more...
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I have an advice for you; throw that piece of crap and buy this one [G-Box Midnight MX2 Android 4.2 Jelly Bean Dual Core XBMC Streaming Mini HTPC TV Box Player]. If you really want a 5* Media Player that's The One!!!
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Can boxee box access the content of a HD plugged into another boxee box on the same wired network?
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I don't believe you can. The boxes themselves require a coax cable to be connected. The Joey then gets the Internet and HD feed from the parent box. You can access the video using disk anywhere on your smart phone or Apple device.
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Hi, the box comes with a software called 'videonme' actually is xbmc, install your add-ons in this software works for me well, movies and live channels, if you have more questions write me at my e dagodelahoz @ gmail.com for help with taste.Install the Google TV app will serve as a remote control for the box.