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05-31-2015, 04:32 PM | #406 |
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And it seems like 80% of these links in navi x are broken for live streams
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05-31-2015, 11:54 PM | #407 |
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Side note, I dont think I saw this discussed in here, but I have figured out how to cast directly from my PC to my chromecast using no plugins whatsoever, just google chrome.
Basically you just hit your chromecast icon on the top right of your browser, choose the little tiny arrow, and choose the 'cast entire screen' beta option, then choose the monitor you want to cast out of (you can choose monitors OR specific windows. You need to chose the full monitor capture for this to work) and then open up your XBMC in that monitor and bam your on tv. Very useful. https://www.google.com/url? |
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06-04-2015, 08:35 AM | #408 |
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Looking at options to potentially cut the cord (still concerned about live NHL, open to suggestions there). Sounds like the FireTV devices are the way to go right now. Is there a compelling reason to go for the box vs the stick? What does the additional horsepower of the FireTV give you over the stick? Is the USB port usable for local storage?
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06-04-2015, 09:14 AM | #409 | |
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The stick is OK, but I wouldn't really recommend it for your main setup. Nice for on the go or an easy bedroom setup or something.
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06-04-2015, 07:01 PM | #411 | |
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How's the streaming quality if you push it to a large tv? |
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As for the quality, I'm watching it through a Roku box hooked up to a 55" HDTV, and it's very, very good, but not perfect. Occasionally I will see a little "puck flutter," and if there's a glitch in the matrix that is the internet, your quality will drop temporarily here and there. You're also a minute or two behind true "live" TV, so you have to tread a little carefully when participating in online discussions. Still, I can't imagine you would find a better-quality option for streaming games - this is as good as it gets without being an actual cable/satellite feed. |
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If not, I'm going Fire TV. |
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06-05-2015, 07:31 AM | #414 | |
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Have you solved the Thurs night NFL Networks problem? |
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Is Apple announcing a new Apple TV or something? I'm in no huge hurry, so can definitely wait it out...
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06-05-2015, 09:09 AM | #416 |
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So we cut the cord about 6 months ago and went with:
Netflix Hulu Chromecast mlb.tv with Unlocator for Royals games Here is what I have noticed. We watch 30 minutes of TV per night if that. Royals games are usually on now, but the kids don't even care anymore about TV. We are all getting along better than we used to (family of 5), cooking better meals, having great discussions, etc. I recommend cutting the cord and replacing it with very little. |
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06-05-2015, 04:07 PM | #417 |
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Maybe. No one knows. Speculation is that the hardware isn't ready yet, but that doesn't mean that they won't announce something. It's only 4 days from now, anyway.
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I pay $50.99/month ($57.09 after fees/taxes) for their 210+ channel package and free Sunday Ticket. They know KC has WAY more options for TV and are willing to make a deal. |
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It's the path I'll likely go this year, though. |
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