Posts about the Apple TV (160GB)
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Apple regroups for living room push; drops 40GB Apple TV, slashes 160GB price
Apple on Monday quietly discontinued the 40GB version of its Apple TV device and slashed the price of its 160GB model by 30 percent. by Andrew Nusca
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 1932 other Media Hubs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 72/100 = Good.
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electricpig.co.uk
Review Summary: A decent media streamer, but the Apple TV's price tag and many flaws hold it back from greatness.
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stuff.tv
Review Summary: Forget the iPhone - the Apple TV is the real must-have for any iTunes user
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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 ...
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
- Digital Storage Media Hard disk drive - 160 GB
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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