PS3 + ROKU? I was looking at this ROKU box but I don't know what else other than those streaming services I will get on the ROKU?
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I have both. PS3: 60+ watts for BD Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Roku: 4 watts - for Stereo Programs, Netflix, Hulu+, etc... of the 470 Channels available, I have new tech & gamer programs that I now follow every week. BBC World News 24/7 is available.
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We use a Roku box to stream content from netflix, amazon, etc. Works a charm. We also rigged a small, cheap (but very clean) amp and some good passive speakers ... No need for 5.1, so we're very happy with the stereo sound.
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Thanks Richard! I'll try the reboot first. I almost bought a Roku but needed a dvd player so just got that. So I can hook up the Roku and still have the blu ray player while using the Roku for streaming?I appreciate your advice!
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Mine works great for Netflix, don't use it for much anything else unless I'm bored or curious to see what else is online to watch. For an older unit it still hangs in there with some newer models and plays just about anything, I use the PS3 media server to stream movies that wouldn't otherwise play thru smart media or usb. I haven't seen any updates for the firmware since I got mine, but that may not be unusual since I haven't seen any problems other than some codecs that don't play unless streaming them from a PC.
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The other poster is right...Netflix and Hulu are the reasons to get a Roku... There are tons of channels yes, which in aggregate along with NF and H+ make it quite an entertainment value. Some of the channels I use quite often, but w/o the two paid channels its not worth it. That's not Roku's fault at all, but rather if content providers have something you would want, 9 times out of ten they're not just going to give it away
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You're very welcome. I know your going to enjoy roku as much as we do. If I can be of any help at all please let me know.
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A Roku box is unnecessary, according to my relative who received this TV from me as gift. last year we gave him the Roku box for use with his old set, so I believe he knows from personal experience. Can't help with the how to part. Sorry.
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The Roku 3 uses an HDMI cable, sometimes included. Just plug into one of your TV's HDMI ports. Easy set up!
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Thanks Jim,So I wouldn't need to purchase any extra cables to set it up? The lass expensive Roku box is fine too?
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Hello Sorry so late for the response. I totally missed this but in the interim, I have not seen PBS at all on the channel store but I love the Roku! I have this model and planning to buy the newer models, which I understand allows for Redbox programming. Most likely, the newer model would have it versus this one.
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First you must have high speed internet and a router! If you have limited internet, like with satellite service, this will use up a lot of you allowance. As for what is available, there are several free services! Check out the ROKU web site to see what is available. I am enjoying my ROKU! Picture is great, doesn't take up much space, comes in handy!
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Don't have a ps3 but I can stream movies with Plex on roku from the cloudbox
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Why I would consider this player over a PS3? Don't have to buy PlayStation Network Plus to get Hulu. Don't need to put in a disc to get NetFlix support. Don't need a dongle for Harmony remote.
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I'm waiting on my roku, so take this advice with a grain of salt. From what I've read on the reviews, it seems that you can hook it up via A/V RCA cables, so no HDMI is required if you have a SD TV. A lot of folks on here seem to have SD TV setups, so I think HDMI is an option not a requirement.
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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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Well doesn't amazon sell hdmi cables with ethernet? so im assuming that if you hook up the ps3 to the internet via wifi to your router, and then hook up an hdmi ethernet cable from your ps3 to you tv..shouldn't that give your tv internet?it is worth a try [i really don't know if it will work since i don't have either, just using advanced common sense :)
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there is no internet connection for streaming.....so I don understand how you could stream......But this tv is one I would stay away....problem from hdmi ports losing signal from first day...Sony told me to se component port instead...lol......so stay away from this lemon