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Abstract: Orb TV VP-1 is a unique looking device which streams content from a computer to AV receiver or HDTV. This device comes with two software pieces. The first one is Orb Caster and you have to install this on your computer. Both Pc and Mac are supported. T...
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Published: 2011-03-23, Author: Michael , review by: tuaw.com
Abstract: I've been playing around with the US$99 Orb TV for a few weeks now, and I have to say I'm quite impressed with it. For those of you not familiar with it, Orb TV is a media streamer that connects to your TV and lets you play any video from your computer to...
Simple setup and ease of use, Control TV with your phone, Can control with computer or phone interface
Netflix not working currently, No HDMI
The Orb TV can be connected to any TV in your home and you've got virtually instant access to all of your media, just plug and play really after you get it configured. Not only does the Orb TV allow access to your own media but to other popular video site...
Compact. Simple setup. Brings free Hulu content to your TV.
No HD output. Requires a running Mac to serve content and a mobile device to control playback. No control interface on the Mac.
Orb TV doesn’t have the slickest control interface, and you have to have a substantial investment in other hardware to make the system work. But then again, it’s one of the only ways to get free Hulu content on your TV. Product Orb TV Company Orb N...
Plenty of local and Web-based media options. One of the few media streamers that can use the free version of Hulu. Doesn't require line-of-sight to control.
No high-definition video. Need an Android or Apple smartphone to use the device. Smartphone interface leaves a lot to be desired.
It's a unique take on putting local and online media on your TV, but with so many requirements and without high-definition video output, the Orb TV is not the best media streamer choice. ...
Abstract: The rapid growth of the smart phone market has heavily influenced design choices and device compatibility in the home theater realm, both with audio and video components. For instance, you couldn’t go more than a few steps at CES 2011 without seeing ...
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Published: 2010-12-20, Author: Jeff , review by: cnet.com
Streams audio and video from a source computer to HDTV or AV receiver; simple setup; access to other media hubs like Hulu, ESPN3, Netflix, and more; supports Android and iOS platforms
No HDMI out, lackluster streaming-video quality, no native video player app for source device, Orb Controller limits use to Android or iOS platforms, no way to change aspect playback, crippled video navigation and browsing functionality
Orb TV works as advertised and is attractively priced, but those quality-conscious consumers who demand the highest video-streaming performance may want to look elsewhere.
Abstract: On Thursday, Orb Networks introduced the Orb TV, a $99 video player for streaming content from free online sources such as Hulu, via Netflix, and directly from your computer. The Orb TV occupies an interesting place in the networked video player world....
