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The editors liked
The interface looks and feels great. I really want the promise of Android TV to be realized
Because there's a lot of potential here
It's pretty damn cool that you can voice search for any actor
Director
Or series and get a list of films and their cast
The editors didn't like
Google didn't get it together before launch. The software doesn't feel remotely complete. It didn't get partners to properly integrate their apps with the platform's most intriguing features
Like recommendations and voice search. It didn't do a great job
For those living with an iOS device it may offer you a better way to consume your Google provided content. If you're deep in the Google verse using an Android handset, unless you like being an early adopter, it's worth waiting for future updates, more app...
Published: 2015-03-26, Author: Terry , review by: wegotserved.com
The Asus Nexus Player is an amazing little box for anyone who wants to get more from their TV. The integration with the Google ecosystem is slick, and offers easy access to a host of apps and services. The hardware is powerful and well-built, but y...
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Published: 2014-11-30, Author: Brian , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: Google's attempts to stake its claim in the living room have been a little hit and miss. Google TV didn't exactly get things rolling the way Google would have hoped, and the Nexus Q slated for a 2012 release never eventuated. But it had better luck with t...
Combination of media streaming services and console gaming, Gamepad's layout is similar to your traditional controller, Interface is pretty slick looking and intuitive, Voice search works pretty accurately
100 ($140 with a gamepad) cost is rather pricey, Limited storage means you'll need to be selective in what you download, Selection of apps and games are limited for the time being
Honestly, we find the Google Nexus Player in a tough spot with its expensive price of $99.99 – and that's only for the Nexus Player by itself. If you plan on playing some real games, not just the ones meant for the remote, you'll need to shell out another...
Published: 2014-11-04, Author: Tim , review by: wired.com
Excellent voicesearch performance. Simple, elegant onscreen interface and remote control. Seamless integration with YouTube may make you forget about apps. Replicates the functionality of Chromecast, so you can mirror content from your mobile device or la
Doesn't have nearly as many apps as Roku. Doesn't come with an HDMI cable. Won't appeal as much to those who don't use Android devices or Google services. While the Android TV platform is very promising, it may be best to wait for its app ecosystem to cat
Published: 2014-11-03, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
The Google Nexus Player Android TV streaming box offers good conversational voice search from the included physical remote. If you use your smartphone or tablet to Cast compatible apps, it provides access to most important services. It delivers Android ga
At launch, native app selection is abysmal compared with that of Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. The interface seems designed to push users toward Google's media services, and voice search doesn't yet include major third-party apps like Netflix or Hulu
Until it receives a major infusion of native apps and developer support, and better integrates non-Google services, the Nexus Player with Android TV offers no compelling upgrade over other streaming devices....
Google's latest play for the living room is the company's best yet… until you consider the Nexus Player's $99 price tag. That makes it about 3 times as expensive as a Google Chromecast, although it can certainly do a lot more than a Chromecast. Just l...
Responsive performance, Some great apps and games available, Smar, user-friendly interface
Limited app selection, Can't customize navigation, Hit-or-miss casting and mirroring features
The Google Nexus Player performs well and delivers a good combination of content and games, but it needs more apps. The set-top boxes, streaming sticks and game consoles on the market today are all about compromises. You can get more than a tho...
Published: 2014-11-03, Author: David , review by: theverge.com
Pretty, intuitive interface, Voice search can be really powerful, It's a Chromecast
Not nearly enough apps or games yet, Best features only work with Google apps for now, Some quirky software bugs
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...
