(2014-10-16, 19:13)loki05 Wrote: Google Chromebox + Openelec poops on this
Really depends on the features you want.
I require:
1) Ability to use native streaming apps via remote (Netflix, Twitch, Amazon, Hulu, etc)
2) Low price (<$150 required, <$100 optimal)
3) Easy navigation between XBMC / other apps
4) Playback of blu-ray rips
I'd like:
5) Voice control
6) IR control
7) Wired ethernet (don't have an AC router currently)
8) Chromecast abilities
I don't particularly care about:
9) HD audio
10) More storage (why do people want this?)
Chromebox fails on 1, 2, 4. This fails on 5,7.
Different features for different requirements. Nothing really "poops on" anything.
(2014-10-16, 17:59)DrowningApe Wrote: Looks like this box isn't aimed at us it's aimed at casual consumers. I think this is a huge mistake. I would assume a large crossover between buyers of Nexus devices and techie av enthusiasts who like to futz with Kodi.....Let it be known that Kodi users want Ethernet, min of 16gb storage, a kickass SOC, and IR.
I agree there is probably a large crossover. But it's also the case that we likely make up a very small % of the overall market.
Most people just want a streaming box to get netflix / Hulu / etc, maybe play angry birds once in a while (is that still a thing?)
I suspect compared to that market, the Kodi market is very small.
Why the requirement for more storage? What are you putting on the box that takes so much space?