2013-03-12, 21:38
you can actually play ripped DVD/BD through Roku and the PLEX channel.
(2013-03-12, 21:23)m7cky Wrote: My XBMC HTPC has taken me years to perfect but it blows the every commercial option out of the water.
There is nothing it can't do (obviously there are things it can't do, but you know what I mean).
Asking why XBMC instead of Roku is the same as asking why Fiat instead of Ferrari.
At least it would be if Ferrari's were a lot cheaper & the only real barrier to ownership was learning how to maintain them yourself, but you get my drift.
(2013-03-12, 21:38)rip_king Wrote: you can actually play ripped DVD/BD through Roku and the PLEX channel.
(2013-03-12, 22:35)awp0 Wrote: Again, I suppose that depends on a few things. My (Windows) XBMC is amazing at just about everything.....except Netflix. It's fascinating to me that everything under the sun comes packaged with a Netflix client, but XBMC doesn't have anything reasonable. I know there are technical reasons behind this. But to you use your analogy, it's like driving around that Ferrari but without a stereo system to complete the experience.With HTPC, the options are endless because it allow us to be very creative......here is what I did to get the best Netflix and Directv2pc streamings. post #751....
Don't get me wrong, I agree that XBMC is much more full featured. But people who rely heavily on Netflix for their cord-cutting needs might be disappointed in XBMC.
(2013-03-13, 04:54)bluray Wrote: With HTPC, the options are endless because it allow us to be very creative......here is what I did to get the best Netflix and Directv2pc streamings. post #751....
(2013-03-13, 15:58)awp0 Wrote:Indeed, HTPC is not for everyone......it's mainly for the DIYer, tweaker, hobbyer, etc......(2013-03-13, 04:54)bluray Wrote: With HTPC, the options are endless because it allow us to be very creative......here is what I did to get the best Netflix and Directv2pc streamings. post #751....
What you just described is: a) difficult if not impossible for my Windows Server 2012 box, and b) unappealing in nature for most Roku users.
(2013-03-12, 19:09)cwide Wrote: I think if you have experienced a real HTPC running XBMC with Aeon MQ4 then you will probably be dissatisfied with a Roku.
On the other hand, if you have never had a real HTPC and really only care about Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and so on, it will probably be good enough. I have a few family members who own one and use it for the above purposes and also connect to my Plex server and they love it.
Ignorance is bliss with most technology (no offense). I was recently faced with the task of choosing something cheap and was deciding between $50 and a roku or $115 and a Arctic MC001. Went with the Arctic and couldn't be happier. Will the Roku get the job done if you have a Plex server and don't care about HD audio, airplay, or any other advanced features? Yep. You will probably be happy enough with it since it is so cheap. Is a full HTPC with XBMC better? Yep... you also pay for it.
So if you only have $50 to spend and already have a Plex server then Roku is your choice (although a few may argue for a RPi). Otherwise... you need a real HTPC.