Affordable, Simple set-up, Slick browser, Impressive HD playback, Using your iPhone as a remote
US centric content at moment. Make sure you get iTunes 10.1 when home streaming, Some may miss the hard drive
Apple has refined rather than reworked Apple TV and it's certainly appealing for simple, affordable streaming at home. But with increased content and the potential for apps, it's a product that hasn't yet reached its full potential
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Published: 2010-09-30, Author: Jonathan , review by: macworld.co.uk
Limited rental content on iTunes; Home Sharing requires single iTunes account; Initial setup still requires tedious text input
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