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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
pezman726 @ Jun 4th 2008 12:07PM
Not really a STB like those, but how about an Xbox 360. You'd have the streaming capabilities from your computer, there's a TON of HD content on the marketplace (though I think it's overpriced), and you get to have a game console as well.
Big Wizz @ Jun 4th 2008 1:36PM
Ya, I don't know why Darren sez the Xbox360 doesn't have HD content.
Granted, it's compressed all to hell, but what STB doesn't have that problem?
Xbox360 is how I'm getting my HD content until I purchase a Blu-Ray player.
J.Goodwin @ Jun 4th 2008 3:58PM
I think it's reasonable compression, given the scenario. The content is 720p, not 1080p, which is probably the bigger difference for those with much larger TVs than me.
My other favorite movie STB is my FIOS Motorola box :D In Demand, On Demand, Premium Movie Channels, and HDNet Movies and Universal HD all in one place. What's not to like?
Raptor007 @ Jun 4th 2008 6:39PM
How about a modded original Xbox with XBMC? Sure it can't handle 1080i/1080p, but you can't really find that on the others either. And it can do high-quality 720p like a champ.
Ordeith @ Jun 6th 2008 2:20PM
even skipping the marketplace.
The 360 can stream HD video from a PC.
And as an extender, it can receive live HD tv, pause and record, and interact with a guide.