I want to connect this TV in my bedroom using my house wi-fi I do not want to 'rent' another cable box just for Netflix/Amazon. Is this possible?
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Just got mine this week. Netflix, Amazon, Pandora, YouTube all configured quickly and easily. The wifi is an easy setup, too. You can connect a keyboard and mouse for most functions. I used my Logitech wireless. I agree. Did not want to pay AT&T; another $7 a month to rent a box. I did buy a Radio Shack DTV for broadcast, and the broadcast TV picture is excellent. Same with mp4 videos on a USB flash drive.
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Yes, if you only want to use this for watching Netflix/Amazon Prime, Pamdora etc you will not need another cable box. If you want to watch live TV, you will need to either get a cable/Sat box or get a digital OTA antenna .
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Joan Napolitano,This will depend on the content you want to watch. If you want to use Netflix and other Apps, you can connect and stream using your existing wireless network. As far as a cable box, you'd need to contact your cable company to see which systems would allow for wireless transmissions to your television. There's usually a box involved for each television connection, but they would be able to let you know what options are available in your region.Thanks for your interest in Samsung products.--Mr. S
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Just got mine this week. Netflix, Amazon, Pandora, YouTube all configured quickly and easily. The wifi is an easy setup, too. You can connect a keyboard and mouse for most functions. I used my Logitech wireless. I agree. Did not want to pay AT&T another $7 a month to rent a box. I did buy a Radio Shack DTV for broadcast, and the broadcast TV picture is excellent. Same with mp4 videos on a USB flash drive.
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Hi there, I bought a ROKU unit that uses wi-fi or direct plugin from your Internet source. The ROKU then provides access to Netflix, HULU and hundreds of other choices. Simple to use, and comes with handheld controller. Good luck and enjoy the awesome image quality from your new tv!
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No. To stream wireless to the tv you need to have a tv that can support a wireless usb adapter preferably an N adapter. If your tv supports that then it can supports apps as they say which can be netflix. In all reality its cheaper to buy a used nintendo Wii and stream netflix from there that way if your tv is old you will still be able to get netflix until you upgrade the tv.
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This TV doesn't come with internet. Your best bet is a Roku or hooking up a gaming console that has the Netflix app.
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I've only tried to access content via Amazon, Netflix or other streaming sites and not the internet. I don't think you can access websites unless you use the TV as just a monitor and hook it up to your computer.
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If I remember correctly you need to use the Ethernet port on the back of the TV and connect to your router directly. Not many people have this close to their TV though.... then sign up for amazon. The few movies I watched were decent. If it was wireless it would be easier.....
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Hi Sara. No, you will just connect the Roku to (1) your home internet via a wireless internet connection and (2) your tv. Everything the Roku supports such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, etc. streams thru the roku to the tv. Hope this helps.
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1. Yes, i have connected a cat 5 cable from my wireless router to my sony player and am able to surf the internet. 2. yes, it came pre~installed and was able to sign up but do not really use the service my self. even though I was successful in downloading a free movie. I really do not subscribe to netflix,I do not see any reason why it should not work if amazon video did. Crackle worked fine for me. Hulu is a subscription service like netflix and unfortunately I do not have any intention of paying for these services.
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I looked through the owners manual and I don't believe this TV has wireless capabilities, which you would need to have Netfilx on it. You might need to look at getting some type of add on device or a wireless capable DVD player. That's how I got Netflix on my TV.
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I know you can do a direct connection to the computer because I work from home and that's how I have it wired. I've never tried to play Netflix off of it because I use the xbox/ps3 for that. But I have no problems with the direct connection with the ethernet cord to the computer.
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You can't browse the internet on this tv. The wifi for the tv is used for apps pre-installed on the tv like Netflix, Amazon Prime video, Flickr, etc.
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Microsoft has a usb direct line to connect to a HDMI TV.But may I suggest something a little easier if you have Wi-Fi. Try Amazon FIRE. You can connect directly to your HDTV with this device and watch Amazon PRIME Movies. It comes linked to YOUR ACCOUNT so there's no searching for your favorite shows. It also shows Netflix, HULU plus and many more channels. It comes with its own remote making it easier to search and control the content you watch.And no...this is not a commercial.....I am actually a CHROMECAST user myself and love it but I am not sure is compatible with Microsoft. BTW I LOVE my CHROME CAST !Good luck I hope this helped Microsoft has a usb direct line to connect to a HDMI TV.But may I suggest something a little easier if you have Wi-Fi. Try Amazon FIRE. You can connect directly to your HDTV with this device and watch Amazon PRIME Movies. It comes linked to YOUR ACCOUNT so there's no searching for your favorite shows. It also shows Netflix, HULU plus and many more channels. It comes with its own remote making it easier to search and control the content you watch.And no...this is not a commercial.....I am actually a CHROMECAST user myself and love it but I am not sure is compatible with... » Read More Microsoft has a usb direct line to connect to a HDMI TV.But may I suggest something a little easier if you have Wi-Fi. Try Amazon FIRE. You can connect directly to your HDTV with this device and watch Amazon PRIME Movies. It comes linked to YOUR ACCOUNT so there's no searching for your favorite shows. It also shows Netflix, HULU plus and many more channels. It comes with its own remote making it easier to search and control the content you watch.And no...this is not a commercial.....I am actually a CHROMECAST user myself and love it but I am not sure is compatible with Microsoft. BTW I LOVE my CHROME CAST !Good luck I hope this helped « Show Less
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The only way I know to do that would be to port your connection from a phone or tablet(with the slingbox software/app) on it, to the TV by a hardwire connection. I have done this before.
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Yes, provided you are a paid subscriber to "Netflix." The newer Sony Televisions have built-in applications that allow you to connect to a variety of on-line services including, but not limited to Sony's own Entertainment networks that includes video, music, and movies available, in addition to on-line services like Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, etc. Of course you will need to have a home wi-fi network and pair your TV with the network, but that is easy to do. These days most video equipment comes with built in apps. Personally, I can reach Netflix through my Blu-ray Player, my Sony T.V., or my Apple TV. They all have many on-line app portals and you'll never use all of them, at least, I don't even come close.
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You cannot.You will need to add a Netflix capable device [Xbox360, BlueRay DVD player--i.e. from LG BD 590 or 570, etc]. You can wireless stream to the device and have the device cabled to the TV via one of the 3 HDMI ports. Works great [I use the LG BD590, but the 570 has the same capability:Netflix, Vudu, etc]. There are cheaper alternatives.
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Yup!! I have a Prime account and tested it out as soon as I hooked it up! So now I can watch my Amazon movies, Netflix, crackle (which is free) and a couple others (although we use it mainly for the Netflix and Amazon). Works great! Easy to hook up and program. Give it a whirl! I'm going to get 3 more for our other sets and kill the cable bill!
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Not directly through the tv, you need roku, Apple tv, or some streaming device, there's no built in WiFi