Apple TV is not a particularly powerful streaming box. But it is appealing because of its low energy consumption when in use, its attractive design, and its coordination with other Apple devices through AirPlay. This allows you to rapidly stream music and...
Final Thoughts/Conclusion, Many times have my colleagues and I here at Big Picture Big Sound shared the wonders of Internet-ready TVs, as technologies have converged to bring once-unimaginable benefits to the home theater enthusiast. But since not eve
HDMI-only video output: Is this thing too hardcore?, High-definition movie rentals painfully slow, Included remote control pales next to iPhone/iPod touch app (see Turn-Ons)
Many times have my colleagues and I here at Big Picture Big Sound shared the wonders of Internet-ready TVs, as technologies have converged to bring once-unimaginable benefits to the home theater enthusiast. But since not everyone is in a position to r...
Abstract: I returned my Apple wireless keyboard last week, not because I didn't like it, but rather because it just didn't fit my current needs. More on that whole rationale here. So, what's a tech geek to do with a $75 credit at the Apple Store? Well, I didn't ...
Inexpensive, Great quality video streaming, Netflix and YouTube streaming, Plays video, music, podcasts, and photos from a computer on your local network
For streaming your own media content to the Apple TV, your computer must be powered on, with iTunes running, Cannot stream content from a NAS device, Limited media file type and codec support, 720p maximum supported resolution (no 1080p support)
Apple TV's standout feature is how easy it is to use. Authorizing movie and TV show rentals is a simple process, as is watching streaming movies and TV shows from Netflix and videos from YouTube. Accessing media files saved on your computer is also fairly...
Abstract: Video Review: The long awaited Apple TV has finally arrived! Chris Hardwick joins Kevin Pereira in studio to review the little black box that can wirelessly stream media from iTunes, rent TV shows or movies, and access Netflix, YouTube and Flickr. Find...
Affordable and very easy to use. Responsive streaming from internet sources or your iTunes library. Beautiful 720p picture and 5.1 sound for HD content. Terrific for photo slide shows on your TV. Cool little remote.
Overpriced, understocked rentals. No way to buy content directly from Apple TV. No support for apps. Must leave iTunes running on a Mac or PC to access iTunes content. Limited streaming sources. Erratic rewinding behavior. No 1080p support. Only works with m4v, mp4, and mov video. Some very minor interface glitches.
This little black box works great as a content-streamer connected to an always-running Mac, but it’s very weak as a standalone set-top box. Still, for $99, it’s priced fairly and provides a painless way to enjoy your iTunes content on your TV.Apple TV...
Abstract: We know you’ve been waiting for our Apple TV review, and we’ve been playing with Apple’s second try at a home theater set top box for about ten days now, and figured it was time to report back with our thoughts. The thing is, it really is a lot of th...
Intuitive interface, Compact design, Runs quiet and cool, Crisp and detailed 720p video, Works with convenient Remote app, AirPlay feature will soon allow streaming audio and video from iOS devices
Limited TV show and Internet content selection, No local storage for photos, Not as many content/app choices as competition, Tedious inputting text with physical remote
Apple's slimmed down set-top box sequel makes it dead simple to rent movies and TV shows, as well as stream content from PCs and (soon) iOS devices.
