Reviews of the Apple TV (160GB)
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CNET Review
The Good: Provides access to a variety of free and premium media content--including movie rentals, TV shows, music, photos, podcasts, and YouTube videos--on your living room TV; streams media from networked Mac or Windows PCs; purchases and rentals can be done directly through iTunes Store on your TV; movie rentals from all major studios include some in HD and surround sound; sleek external design and elegant user interface; simple, streamlined setup; includes state-of-the-art 802.11n wireless networking; smooth, hiccup-free streaming.
The Bad: Doesn't work with older, non-widescreen TVs; movie rentals must be watched within 24 hour timeframe; no subscription payment options; lackluster file support for non-iTunes video formats; oversimplified remote can't control other devices; no built-in DVD player.
The Bottom Line: With its enhanced iTunes video offerings, PC-free operation, and a lower price tag, the updated Apple TV is a compelling Internet-enabled entertainment device for the living room.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 68/100 and users 74/100. Comparing these reviews to 1021 other Media Hubs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 74/100 = Good.
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macworld.co.uk
Review Summary: The addition of film and TV shows does transform the Apple TV into a handy supplement to TV schedules. We'd like to see the US price reduction matched in the UK, but if you already own plenty of iTunes content this is a liberating, though perhaps, not ...
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pcadvisor.co.uk
Review Summary: It works with Apple's customary ease of use, the quality is good and the selection of programmes extensive, but we're not convinced of the economics of paying nearly £2 an episode, when there are free alternatives.
Manufacturer: Apple
Part number: MB189LL/A
General
- Product Type Digital multimedia receiver
- Width 7.8 in
- Depth 7.8 in
- Height 1.1 in
- Weight 2.4 lbs
System
- A/V System Recommended Use Home
- Max Recording Capacity 200 hour(s)
- Features Variable bitrate (VBR)
Connectors
- Optical Digital Output Yes
TV Tuner
- TV tuner type None
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Device Type None
Radio
- Device Type None
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Functionality Digital audio playback, Digital photo playback, Digital video playback
- Connectivity Wired, Wireless
- Connectivity Protocols IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi), IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet), IEEE 802.3u (Fast Ethernet)
- Supported Audio Formats AAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, Protected AAC, Apple Lossless
- Supported Video Formats H.264, MPEG-4, Protected H.264
- Supported Pictures Formats BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG, TIFF
Supported Video Resolutions
- Supported Video Resolutions 30fps, 30fps, 30fps
Remote Control
- Type Remote control
- Technology Infrared
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI - Rear, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x ( RJ-45 ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output - Rear, 1 x - Rear
Power
- Type Internal
- Power Consumption Operational 48 Watt
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year, - 90 days
User Opinions
Buying Choices
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