Tip for using XBMC: make sure 'mediacodec' is disabled under video acceleration. Only 'libstagefright' should be enabled. Full 1080p videos play just fine.
Also, you should update to Gotham 13.1 as it runs slightly better than the OUYA (Frodo) version of XBMC.
And, for discussion, I personally find this thread at XBMC most helpful/useful."
Fire TV is not a barebones device like the Chromecast, it's a powerful platform with ties to the broader Amazon ecosystem. Inside the slim black plastic box is a quad-core CPU with a full 2GB of RAM -- that makes it more akin to a high-end smartphone than your typical streaming device. And its incredibly slim, shorter than a dime and with barely enough clearance for the small selection of ports around back.
And, true to the company's word, this is not a closed ecosystem. The device will launch with access to Hulu and Prime (obviously) but other partners will be added over time.
One of the LiveBlog pictures showed a "Video Library" folder which means personal content may be able to be played as well. There was also a Plex app icon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It supports 1080p, dolby digital surroud out via HDMI or optical.
I usually have things show up everyday using prime, but being as new as this is and probably thousands ordering it. I just hope I get mine shipped before its out of stock.
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I usually have things show up everyday using prime, but being as new as this is and probably thousands ordering it. I just hope I get mine shipped before its out of stock.
I'm really hoping I can replace my Roku with this. Plex on roku is terrible. The interface sucks and it has issues playing a lot of remuxed MKVs. I hope if it has Plex it will be powerful and work correctly.
It definitely will via Plex. Plex is an awesome awesome app.
I have not seen definite information yet as far as playing personal media files. It supports it but to what extent I do not know.
as long as it supports Plex I am happy regardless. You can use Plex for free and it streams MKV no problem.
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I'm really hoping I can replace my Roku with this. Plex on roku is terrible. The interface sucks and it has issues playing a lot of remuxed MKVs. I hope if it has Plex it will be powerful and work correctly.
Bought one just now not even really knowing if it can play external video files due to the issues with my WD TV I continually have. Guess we will see tomorrow if it does or does not.
It's android, and they claim it's open. VLC, plex and XBMC will prob be ported by the end of the week. Even if it's locked down to any degree by default you'll prob be able to break it wide open without any hassle.
Yup, a big decision for me as well, I love my WDTV, but the lack of Amazon Instant Video drives me nuts, plus its slow. On the other hand, it plays ALL my local files regardless of what format I throw at it.
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It's up now
Audio Support for Dolby Digital Plus, 5.1 surround sound, 2ch Stereo and HDMI audio pass through up to 7.1
From one review: "The Fire TV is runs on Android and as you would expect is hooked up to the firm's Prime Instant Video service for films and TV shows. However, you can also access other services from the little black box including Pandora, Spotify, YouTube, Vevo and Crackle."
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Update: Amazon could not confirm that HBO Go is coming to the Fire TV, only saying "we're working to get more content."
I'm sure they will keep adding content.
From one review: "The Fire TV is runs on Android and as you would expect is hooked up to the firm's Prime Instant Video service for films and TV shows. However, you can also access other services from the little black box including Pandora, Spotify, YouTube, Vevo and Crackle."
Where'd you see that review; Spotify is not on the official device webpage (that I can see anyhow)? Spotify support would basically sell me on this device..
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Where'd you see that review; Spotify is not on the official device webpage (that I can see anyhow)? Spotify support would basically sell me on this device..
For a device that runs 30-50.. I'd agree. For $100? I want it to natively (without Plex, etc) support as many possible formats.
I'm going to wait a bit to see how the reviews look from people actually using it on a daily basis before jumping in... for now, my WD TV continues on
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