Reviews of the Vudu BX100
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CNET Review
The Good: Set-top box that plays Internet-delivered video content at resolutions up to full 1080p HD; solid selection of movies and TV shows, as well as adult content, for sale and rental; no monthly fees; standard-definition and some HD selections start immediately; excellent onscreen interface and scroll-wheel remote; simple setup and configuration.
The Bad: Best-quality HD content requires download queuing before viewing; can't stream media from networked PCs; can't transfer movies to portable devices for on-the-go viewing; no built-in Wi-Fi; rentals limited to 24-hour viewing period; impressive selection of titles still pales in comparison with the tens of thousands available from Netflix and Blockbuster; compatibility with universal remotes requires add-on dongle; box is worthless is company ever goes under.
The Bottom Line: Vudu sets itself apart from similar Internet video-on-demand boxes such as Apple and Netflix by delivering movies at better quality--up to full 1080p HD resolution and 5.1 surround sound.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 74/100 and users 62/100. Comparing these reviews to 15972 other Receivers & Amplifiers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 87/100 = Very Good.
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No Rating
laptopmag.com
Review Summary: Vudu's groundbreaking set-top box delivers high-quality movies over the Web instantly.
Manufacturer: VUDU Inc.
Part number: VUDUBX100
General
- Width 8.9 in
- Depth 7.3 in
- Height 2.4 in
- Weight 4.2 lbs
System
- A/V System Recommended Use Home
- Max Recording Capacity 100 hour(s)
Audio System
- Output Mode Stereo
- Digital Audio Format Dolby Digital output
Connectors
- Coaxial Digital Output Yes
- Optical Digital Output Yes
TV Tuner
- TV tuner type None
Radio
- Device Type None
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Device Type None
Remote Control
- Type Remote control
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x S-Video output ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 1 x ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Rear, 1 x ( RJ-45 ) - Rear, 1 x DC power input - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output - Rear, 1 x Antenna ( F connector ) - Rear, 1 x Component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video output ( RCA phono ) - Rear
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included Video / audio cable, Network cable
Power
- Type External
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Functionality Digital video playback
- Connectivity Wired
- Connectivity Protocols IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet), IEEE 802.3u (Fast Ethernet)
- Supported Video Formats MPEG-4
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