What TV Streamer do you use???

[JckDanls 07]

all the wiring but man did that system sound incredible

That's exactly why it sounded incredible.. All this newfangled wireless crap nowadays sounds like shit...

 

[MileHighSmokerGirl]

If you have a PS5 Sony has now added 100 free channels.

https://www.wbir.com/article/news/nation-world/playstation-launches-live-tv-ps5/507-12c2f83b-2501-47b3-9612-db5542b7587f

 

[Dabutcher]

I use a onn streaming device , works excellent with philo

 

[Dabutcher]

This came up in another thread, so I didnt want to highjack the topic.

Ive been a roku user for decades, but have started to run into some issues with the Ultras. Nothing huge but real annoying. and roku was bought by Fox, and that tends to upend things.

SO: AI says Apple 4K + is the best and way to go. I am an iPhone user, hate macs. Seriously considering the apple option when they release the new version soon.

What do you use, what issues do you have, whats your recommendation?

I use a onn streaming device from walmart , it works great . Dont buy the streaming stick , get the box , they run cooler . If you want to get something other than cable check out philo . I think they have around 78 channels for under 30 bucks

 

[SMOKEOCD]

I didn’t want to start a new thread for this, but it’s possibly the first time it was so obvious to me. I was searching a product on Amazon via the app, later that evening ads for that product started showing. We have Amazon sticks everywhere. Never seen an ad for the product on tv before, definitely not a coincidence. BTW: Pressure Canner.

 

[Dabutcher]

I didn’t want to start a new thread for this, but it’s possibly the first time it was so obvious to me. I was searching a product on Amazon via the app, later that evening ads for that product started showing. We have Amazon sticks everywhere. Never seen an ad for the product on tv before, definitely not a coincidence. BTW: Pressure Canner.

That doesnt suprise me

 

[KonaRich]

I didn’t want to start a new thread for this, but it’s possibly the first time it was so obvious to me. I was searching a product on Amazon via the app, later that evening ads for that product started showing. We have Amazon sticks everywhere. Never seen an ad for the product on tv before, definitely not a coincidence. BTW: Pressure Canner.

We use Roku streambars with their subwoofers on all 3 TVs. Excellent streaming and audio. We also use Tubi (a Roku channel).

 

[SMOKEOCD]

We use Roku streambars with their subwoofers on all 3 TVs. Excellent streaming and audio. We also use Tubi (a Roku channel).

Love Tubi! The Oblongs, super old cartoons and 80/90s movies.

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

Glad you got it working .

For anyone interested in a Fire stick , amazon prime deal is 50% off right now . For 25 bucks I grabbed one for a spare .

Woot has refurbished for $10. I went ahead and got it. Now got to fire out where to plug it in as all my inputs being used on my AVR.

 

[schlotz]

Had that issue up until we built our new home. Was tired dealing with all the wires, etc with the AVR system. Got rid of the AVR, DirecTv, speakers and a ton of wires. The setup now is a 75" TV, a high end sound bar w/wireless satellites+ subwoofer, and the AppleTv.

 

[chopsaw]

The setup now is a 75" TV, a high end sound bar w/wireless satellites+ subwoofer,

I did the same a couple years ago . All Sony . Just had a software update , and re-ran the calibration software . I like the fact that it takes input on room configuration , ceiling heights and the like .
Sounds amazing .

 

[fxsales1959]

This came up in another thread, so I didnt want to highjack the topic.

Ive been a roku user for decades, but have started to run into some issues with the Ultras. Nothing huge but real annoying. and roku was bought by Fox, and that tends to upend things.

SO: AI says Apple 4K + is the best and way to go. I am an iPhone user, hate macs. Seriously considering the apple option when they release the new version soon.

What do you use, what issues do you have, whats your recommendation?

Wellll.. I still empty the wallet every month for dish.(4 TVs. ) I actually pulled Cat5 from office head end to living room that has a 8 port hub for all my thingamajigs in the entertainment center.. If we want to watch streaming stuff Like the Fox-one app, or HBOMax,. I cast it from my ipad. never has issues casting. When we watch Amazon prime for a movie or sporting event I use the prime app on my Samsung TV. Surround sound isn't an issue, as I run the Earc channel from the Samsung to my Yamaha receiver. When I travel, Mama gets plain Dish or antenna, so I don't have tech support calls.

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

Glad you got it working .

For anyone interested in a Fire stick , amazon prime deal is 50% off right now . For 25 bucks I grabbed one for a spare .

I used one my last hdmi on tv but I cant get the remote to work? Change batteries and tried youtube to reset. No led on remote when press button. Any idea?,

 

[jcam222]

I used one my last hdmi on tv but I cant get the remote to work? Change batteries and tried youtube to reset. No led on remote when press button. Any idea?,

Sounds like a bad remote?

 

[chopsaw]

I used one my last hdmi on tv but I cant get the remote to work? Change batteries and tried youtube to reset. No led on remote when press button. Any idea?,

Is it the remote that does on / off and volume ?

 

[chopsaw]

Have you been in the settings ?

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

Have you been in the settings ?
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I tried downloading some remote apps on phone and no go. I finally opened up Alexa on phone and was showing a fire tv, probably from the one I returned couple years ago. I deregistered it and remote started working. Man you got to be an engineer to operate things now a days! On to setting it up now.

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

Is it the remote that does on / off and volume ?

I got it setup. I tried doing a couple searches and its only giving me Amazon results which is why I returned other one. Roku gives you all the apps it is on. I got to move on to other things for now. I will work on again later. I doing a progressive seafood feast today! I wish I had some lobster but after getting some bad ones last couple times I am done with them.

 

[chopsaw]

. I tried doing a couple searches and its only giving me Amazon results which is why I returned other one

I know everyone says that . I don't have that issue with Amazon only results . You should be able to pair that remote with all your AV equipment .

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

I know everyone says that . I don't have that issue with Amazon only results . You should be able to pair that remote with all your AV equipment .

I put my apps on Firestick and sighed into them. Now its giving results for those apps. I so use to the Roku but going to give it a chance to get use to it. I am going to have to swap it out with something on the AVR that I dont use to much. It a pain going back and forth between TV and AVR. I wish I would of got the Onkyo RZ-50 instead of the 30 but I got a great deal on it. Thanks for replies Rich!