Netflix Set-Top box...old news ?

macmarkus

Hey all, I just was over at imdb and read this information (link). I'm not sure if it's been floating around for awhile or not, so I thought I'd post it since I wasn't sure. Seems like it needs alot of work to become anything worthy of rivaling other comparables though IMO.

http://www.imdb.com/news/sb/2008-05-20/#3

Since it mentioned HD streaming I thought it was relevent to our site.

if you're one who doesn't like links, it says this...


Netflix Unveils Another Set-Top Box
Online movie renter Netflix has chosen a set-top box by the little-known startup Roku for its online streaming service. The box will cost $99 with no additional monthly fees. Reviewers on tech sites have generally applauded the device, saying it can be set up in a few minutes and produces a picture that compares favorably with that of a DVD player. (High-definition streaming is reportedly on the horizon.) Several have complained, however, that only about 10 percent of Netflix's total library of 100,000 features are available via the service and few newer films. They also question whether consumers will be willing to add yet another settop box to the clutter of boxes that they have already accumulated.


peace

macmarkus

ah802

http://hardware.slashdot.org/article...27255&from=rss

http://news.cnet.com/8301-10784_3-9947582-7.html

http://gizmodo.com/389698/first-netf...ited-downloads

From what I read the Roku Netflix player targets Apple TV, although they haven't had a polished past, at $99 they might be able to outshine the Apple.