Should I buy a digital media streaming device...

09-30-2010, 11:55 AM

such as the Roku models, if I am using a laptop with an HDMI out to view the media on my TV already?

Does this current situation make the Roku redundant?

Why or why not?

Thanks.

J0eybb · 09-30-2010, 12:08 PM

I like the dig box so I can watch stuff upstairs. I don't have cable or satellite. My downstairs tv is connected via hdmi, and I dont see the point of getting a box for that tv.

Boxee just came out, or is coming out with their new box.

09-30-2010, 12:37 PM

I currently have an HP Pavilion laptop right beside my TV, on a desk connected via HDMI. I just find it a hassle to have to manually switch the video displays back and forth, and the resolution on the TV as a monitor is mediocre.

I can't think of any other reason I would need one, though. I get my movies online as is, as do I the music through online streams or from the hard drive.

Anyone still suggest I buy one; what positive changes could it bring my media usage, and why?

Also, thanks for the Boxee tip

09-30-2010, 11:55 AM	#1
kzm007 Guest Posts: n/a	Should I buy a digital media streaming device... such as the Roku models, if I am using a laptop with an HDMI out to view the media on my TV already? Does this current situation make the Roku redundant? Why or why not? Thanks.

09-30-2010, 12:08 PM	#2
J0eybb Feeling up at Home Join Date: Feb 2010 First Name: Joe Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,084 Trading: (5)	Re: Should I buy a digital media streaming device... I like the dig box so I can watch stuff upstairs. I don't have cable or satellite. My downstairs tv is connected via hdmi, and I dont see the point of getting a box for that tv. Boxee just came out, or is coming out with their new box. __________________ Live Chat http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=60202

09-30-2010, 12:37 PM	#3
kzm007 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Should I buy a digital media streaming device... I currently have an HP Pavilion laptop right beside my TV, on a desk connected via HDMI. I just find it a hassle to have to manually switch the video displays back and forth, and the resolution on the TV as a monitor is mediocre. I can't think of any other reason I would need one, though. I get my movies online as is, as do I the music through online streams or from the hard drive. Anyone still suggest I buy one; what positive changes could it bring my media usage, and why? Also, thanks for the Boxee tip