Testseek.co.uk have collected 33 expert reviews of the Seagate FreeAgent Theater+ HD Media Player and the average rating is 78%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Seagate FreeAgent Theater+ HD Media Player.
November 2009
(78%)
33 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Plays a large variety of file formats, including iTunes, Automatic media file detection and sync to the FreeAgent Go portable hard drive, Portable hard drive docks directly into the media player without cables, Small and compact unit that you can pick up and reconnect it to another TV, Easytouse main menu, Easytocreate slideshow with music.
Slow to connect to large media libraries, Slow to load large files, Indexes the files on the Freeagent Go hard drive each time you turn on the unit, so you have to wait to access the files, Poor remote controltounit communication, Wireless dongle drops connection to the internet more often than other network media players, EasytoUse Home Screen, Seagate FreeAgentHD Media Player Menu, T
So, what do I think about the Theater+? Well, I have to say that I like it for the most part. I do wish that Seagate would introduce a version with a TV tuner though. This addition [with a FreeAgent | GO Drive] would turn the Theater+ into a small easy...
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Support for a wide range of video formats, Network access via LAN or USB WiFi adapter, Great integration with FreeAgent Go, HDMI and optical audio
Menu interface is a little too minimalist, Slow performance when first reading USB drives, Internet features are underwhelming, Slightly more expensive than equivalent competitors
I Can’t See the Sounds The good news? You can use the provided remote control to adjust the volume without having to reach for the remote to your home audio system or your television. The bad news? The on-screen display for showing your current vol...
Published: 2009-10-20, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
Media playback device that plays music, image, and video files from USB storage or streamed via network; HD output up to 1080p; integrated slot for FreeAgent Go storage drive; compact, stylish design; you can connect up to two mass USB storage devices-...
No built-in Wi-Fi (wireless option costs an extra $70); Internet services are limited at launch.
The addition of HDMI output, network streaming, and improved file compatibility makes the Seagate FreeAgent Theater+ media player a better value than its predecessor. Read full review See all prices
Supports a large number of file formats, including plenty for high definition content, DVD folder and DVD ISO playback worked very well, HDMI output, Networkable (wired connection built in, pending support for USB wireless adapters), Easily discovered and accessed networked computers and NAS devices, Sleek, minimalistic aesthetics, User interface is very easy to navigate
Internet applications aren't overly exciting (for now, hopefully choices will improve), User interface actually seems like a step backwards from original FreeAgent Theater, Overall appearance is bland, File browsing, photo viewer, and music player are somewhat crude, Device can be slow to respond to remote control commands, Didn't play every file that seemed to be supported, No HDMI cable include
With the features added to the FreeAgent Theater+, Seagate is much closer to the device I was hoping to see when they first announced the launch of the FreeAgent Theater earlier this year. Taking a look back at the conclusion for the review of the ori...
Abstract: HD media players have been increasing in popularity as home networks continue to grow. Allowing you to play all your digital media in a home theater setting, initial devices were buggy and limited in the file types they could play. Over the past year o...
Abstract: Seagate built this second-gen FreeAgent Theater+ to be equally Mac and PC friendly, and to decode any video file you throw at it, regardless of resolution, framerate or other variable. Despite a crappy interface, the mission is a genuine success. The ...
Easy to set up and use Easytounderstand Quick Start Guide (printed) and User Manual (on CD), USB port on both front and rear of unit for accessing content on USB devices, High defintition video playback capability 1080p capable HDMI output, Firmware Up...
Internet content access does not include streaming services such as Netflix or Rhapsody, No controls on unit functions accessible only via remote control, Remote Control response sluggish, HDMI Cable not included, Very short Ethernet Cable provided.
Abstract: This Seagate is quite the best example of the breed we've yet enjoyed.In Geare #59 we celebrated the maturation of media players — devices that sit under your TV, either streaming video files from your home network or reading them from an attached hard dr...
