Streaming Players
What streaming media player should I buy?
iboum.com maintains an extensive list of streaming devices (specs, reviews, discussion)
Roku may be today’s “best value” streamer on the market. Many hardware devices are available:
- Other budget streamers (NeoTV, Funai, D-Link MovieNight, RCA)
- Boxee Box
- GoogleTV (logitech revue)
- AppleTV
- Gaming Console (xbox360,PS3)
- Blue-Ray players & internet ready TV
- HTPC – home theater PC (ie. Popcorn Hour, Xtreamer, build your own)
- Other devices discussed/reviewed at - AVSForums iboum.com
Looking for reviews? Google search for “streaming media players” turns up hundreds of websites with reviews, ratings and opinions. Below websites are a few to be very informative:
After trying a number of streaming media devices: Roku LT, Roku XS, Boxee, XBOX360, Wii, Blue-Ray, HTPC and VuNow, every device has their pros & cons. Do your research for your specific needs.
Recommended buy:
ROKU LT ($49.99 )