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10 stars
Cuts The Cord and HD Too!
by Entola on March 6, 2012
Pros: Crazy Small
1080p Output(If your internet is fast enough)
Amazing Video
Access to over 400 channels (Including Hulu, Netflix & Amazon)
Wireless
Saves me $120/Month Cable Bill
Cons: No Separate Digital Audio Out, Just Video/Audio combine in HDMI.
Remote can be sluggish
Can be confusing for novice users
Some buffering issues during playback
Summary: I have been using my PS3 to stream media since I cut the cord over 7 months ago. It worked alright, but I wasn't happy I couldn't get ...
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Summary: I have been using my PS3 to stream media since I cut the cord over 7 months ago. It worked alright, but I wasn't happy I couldn't get Amazon on the PS3, so I switch to the Roku and it meets that need and so much more.
The set up was easy and I was ready to go within 30 mins of opening the box. Amazon instant video and Netflix both stream clear 1080HD. They look gorgeous. Along with Hulu, Amazon and Netflix I was amazed at how many other channels where available. Fox News, CNN, Twit.tv, Revision3, Frogpants Network, Weather, Pandora, NBC, CBS, Disney and so much more. Plus, with private channels, you have the ability to add even more channels. One of the biggest downsides is not being able to get HBOGo to work without a cable subscription. I really would like to pay HBO directly for content without having to have cable.
If you are looking to cut the cable cord and save some money the Roku 2 XD really is one of the best, if not the best, options available.
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1 stars
Unit died after only 6 wks
by Fillmore Qat on December 14, 2011
Pros: Size. Ease of set up.
Cons: After only 6 wks, unexplained video malfunction that no one in tech support could fix.
Also, HBO Go may be touted in Roku's ads but it is NOT supported by DirecTV or Comcast even if you subscribe to HBO, so no Roku HBO Go for these customers.
Summary: After 6 wks, the video portion of the unit stopped working, both as HDMI and composite video. Even Roku tech support couldn't solve the problem. The unit just stopped ...
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Summary: After 6 wks, the video portion of the unit stopped working, both as HDMI and composite video. Even Roku tech support couldn't solve the problem. The unit just stopped streaming video. Back it goes. I will not support buying another Roku for the amount of frustration and time trying to fix the problem. Will shop around for something better.
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1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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3 stars
a bunch of 2 min on demand clips.
by r3d_s on December 28, 2011
Pros: inexpensive and access to a lot of streaming content.
Cons: very little live channels. i dont need 200 on demand channels that offer essentially the same sub par 2 min long programming.
Summary: do not get this if you are looking to replace your cable. it does not.
Summary: do not get this if you are looking to replace your cable. it does not.
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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9 stars
Works great
by poadi on November 24, 2012
Pros: Good picture/sound. Easy to set up, easy to use.
Cons: Some services unavailable outside US
Summary: My only regret is Hulu isn't available in Canada (yet?). Buy this and download the free Plex app, which converts any computer into a streaming video server, which you ...
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Summary: My only regret is Hulu isn't available in Canada (yet?). Buy this and download the free Plex app, which converts any computer into a streaming video server, which you can access on your Roku, phone/tablet, DLNA enabled TV or BluRay, even iTunes.
I've had no issues with this - probably one of the best tech buys I've made.
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6 stars
Roku makes it possible to cut the cable.
by knowwonnose on March 19, 2012
Pros: I cut cable and saved $30+ per month. It works well and has some great features and services, Netflix, Amazon, NBC News, MLS Soccer are among my favorites.
Cons: No Youtube. Most good services require paid subscriptions. Netflix is worth it, but others cut into my savings. I had to turn off all HD features to make it under my Comcast imposed data limits.
Summary: I don't mind the sacrifices I made, but you might. Consider the cost. If cutting cable is worth it to you, Roku can help make that happen.
Roku would ...
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Summary: I don't mind the sacrifices I made, but you might. Consider the cost. If cutting cable is worth it to you, Roku can help make that happen.
Roku would be better if they would add a live news feed, YouTube, and ESPN3. Get those and I won't feel that I've made any sacrifices at all.
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2 stars
Great concept but does not work well.
by Del_Ed on March 2, 2012
Pros: Easy to use, baster than my blue ray player to work through menus.
Attractive paperweight.
Cons: Various owners report losing the wireless signal, and once lost, it seems impossible to restore. Roku support suggest resetting the router to static DNS, but that was not a feature of my router supplied by ISP Verizon.
Summary: Too many on-line reports of connection problems make this a poor product.
Summary: Too many on-line reports of connection problems make this a poor product.
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6 stars
a step towards cutting cable
by MattMilsap on November 8, 2011
Pros: possibilities. hoping one day there will be a media center extender channel.
Cons: be ready with netflix/hulu/amazon subscriptions. There are private channels but the quality varies greatly.
Summary: noticed some popping noises at times, seems to be wifi releated. Make sure you have a strong signal.
Summary: noticed some popping noises at times, seems to be wifi releated. Make sure you have a strong signal.
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4 stars
Local Digital Media Fail
by Todd Templeton on August 15, 2011
Pros: Once again, while your review did mention that this unit won't make much of a media player, you didn't mention the preeminent, yet rarely mentioned unit that does. Western Digital's WD TV Live Plus. It's available for $80 and plays .avi, wmv, mp4, m4v, mk
Cons: Lacking support for media stored locally. That's a pretty big "lack".
Summary: Why reviewers obsess over some concocted Apple/Roku battle while completely, and repeatedly ignoring the WD TV Live Plus is beyond me. It's the "Ron Paul" of media players. ...
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Summary: Why reviewers obsess over some concocted Apple/Roku battle while completely, and repeatedly ignoring the WD TV Live Plus is beyond me. It's the "Ron Paul" of media players. The best choice by far, but nobody in the mainstream media approves.
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10 stars
AWESOME UNIT!
by larryvand on December 14, 2011
Pros: Full 1080p support
Cons: None of importance
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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3 stars
Older models are better,1080p streaming quality is poor
by JayMichaelDestin on September 26, 2011
Pros: Small footprint
Cons: Poor quality in 1080p
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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