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(More customer reviews)I purchased this in January, 2009 to add some additional value to my Netflix subscription.It has far surpassed my expectations, and has proven to be one of the best $100 I have spent in a long time.This is true especially in a down economy.
Here are the pluses, and the minuses, I have seen in the product after 2 months of daily use
Pluses:
1) Huge money saver: Having this box has allowed me to drop from 3 disks unlimited to 1 disk unlimited as well as drop cable entirely. The addition of Amazon on Demand is an even bigger value in that newly released movies will also be in abundant supply.
2) Ease of Set-up and use: I am a die hard apple fan because of their ease of use, and the set-up process was the easiest I have ever experienced.In less than 4 minutes I was watching a Netflix stream on my Sony HD TV. Also, the user interface is as straightforward as possible.A lot of thought went into it, and it shows.Bravo for one of the simplest interfaces I have ever utilized.
3) Clarity of picture: Unsrupassed and almost full HD.Often forget we are streaming over the internet.
4) It just works as advertised!
5) Customer Service:Video was skipping and contacted the customer service.You would never believe that a real live person answered the phone within 5 minutes on a Sunday night.Turns out it was a nework problem (see below).Amazing customer service!
Minuses:
1) The quality of your picture is tied to your internet speed.This has only been an issue once.My Charter Cable modem service averages above 4 meg downstream, but every once in a while the network performance drops.A call to charter fixed it.This is in no way an issue with the device, just something to be aware of.Check with your service provider on your speed before buying.
2) Direct Ethernet connection recommended for best picture: This is a limitation of my wireless network, but you may also have a similar set-up.My laptop has a G wireless card, and when it gets online the whole network slows down, and wireless video quality suffered.Solved it by using a direct ethernet connection, and recommend for everyone who is able to.Much more stable and very limited intereference.
That is my review to date.If you have Netflix and want to get Amazon on Demand there are few things that will be a pleasure to use and that will provide as much bang for your limited dollars.Thank you Roku, Netflix, and Amazon for such a wonderful product.
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Roku HD PlayerProduct Description: With Wi-Fi and High Definition playback capability built-in, Roku HD Player is the easiest way to stream top-quality instant movies and shows directly to your TV - over 50,000 and counting, from Netflix, Amazon Video On Demand, and more. The best-selling HD Player has everything you need to start enjoying endless entertainment from the comfort of your couch. No wonder it's Netflix members' top rated streaming player.
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