The Roku XDS is a snappy media player that offers a great deal of streaming content for the price. The setup process takes a bit more time than other streaming players, but the end result is well worth the effort. On an interesting side note, my sign...
Abstract: 4/30/11 Roku recently sent me a new Roku XD/s media streamer so that I could take another look at Roku. The first Roku box I reviewed performed terribly (read previous review for reference). While Roku has a large number of fans, my initial experience ...
In truth, there's not a lot more to say about the Roku XDS. It's a simple, inexpensive box that efficiently streams content from multiple sources. It does exactly as promised without fanfare. If only we could say that about everything we reviewed. For $1...
High-end media streamer for under $100, 1080p HD video playback capability, Netflix, Amazon VOD, Hulu Plus and many other great apps, Excellent streaming quality using the dual-band wireless-N antenna, Remote does everything it needs to and nothing more,
Having to input codes for many apps during initial set-up, VUDU not currently available, Somewhat spartan interface, No cheap way to integrate iTunes music library, Will not play all video formats
The media streaming box category has some heavy hitters and I can understand why some people want to stay away until there is one box that will do everything and replace the evil cable box. However, if you want the most versatile and forward thinking ...
Abstract: Roku XDS $99.99 Inexpensive; compact; streams movies and TV shows from Netflix and other services; works with 802.11b/g/n routers and offers extended-range wireless N; includes both HDMI and component connections; USB connection for external drive...
Abstract: The Roku XDS is the newest and most feature-rich of Roku’s latest line of set-top boxes. Does it pack enough punch to stand up to Apple, Google, or Boxee? The Roku XDS is an exercise is dichotomy. On the one hand, it’s incredibly easy to set up and s...
1080p support, Silent, Wide variety of apps for audio, video and photo playback, Connects to dualband 802.11n or Ethernet network, Intelligent stream buffering for troublefree playback
Plays only MP4 and M4V video, Does not play from DLNA servers or network shares, Adding channels is a real chore, Not much use without an Internet connection
Inexpensive app-based media player with Netflix support...
Published: 2010-09-23, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
Affordable sub-$100 price tag; ultrasmall factor; streams more than a hundred Internet video and audio services, including Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon, Pandora, Major League Baseball and NHL games, and Mediafly podcasts; built-in dual-band 802.11n Wi-Fi; w
Most worthwhile services require monthly or per-use fees, some game consoles and ever-cheaper Blu-ray players offer many of the same Internet-viewing options plus disc playback, currently offers no official support for streaming from USB drives and home n
If you don't need compatibility with iTunes, Roku's trio of ultra-affordable video boxes offers a wider range of streaming video and audio providers than you'll find on Apple TV.
