Connectivity/Streaming questions

[Capt Bringdown]

Some goofy questions, but I've been living abroad for 10 years and am trying to ramp up on these things.

I don't want cable TV, I want to go with streaming ala Roku box. So, I'm trying to figure out what connectivity I need.

Is Time-Warner's 15mbps enough for netflicks streaming?
I'd consider upgrading to their 20mbps package, but for some reason they won't allow me to own my own modem. Like I want to rent a modem from the for an extra $5 a month.

My other option is AT&T, but they seem more pricey.

-preech

[ElNono]

According to this:

http://stopthecap.com/2012/11/13/time-warner-cable-expands-approved-cable-modems-for-purchase-list/

The Motorola SB6141 can do up to 300Mbps and it's Time-Warner approved. You can get it from Amazon at about $100.

Not sure about speed requirements for Netflix though.

[DJR210]

According to this:

http://stopthecap.com/2012/11/13/time-warner-cable-expands-approved-cable-modems-for-purchase-list/

The Motorola SB6141 can do up to 300Mbps and it's Time-Warner approved. You can get it from Amazon at about $100.

Not sure about speed requirements for Netflix though.

https://support.netflix.com/en/node/306

I have linked Netflix' recommended speeds. I can tell you from experience it is not entirely accurate. When my GF had the baby I was using the shitty WIFI in the hospital, and according to Speedtest I was getting around 1Mbps download speeds. I was still able to get HD quality, however at times it would decrease in picture quality when the speed dipped I'm guessing.

Also, At&t is still stuck on the DSL train and you aren't gonna get as fast of a connection with that. Cable is much better.

[Drachen]

I have time Warner 15 and it is enough to stream Netflix and watch YouTube and surf the net

[Capt Bringdown]

According to this:

The Motorola SB6141 can do up to 300Mbps and it's Time-Warner approved. You can get it from Amazon at about $100.



I have linked Netflix' recommended speeds.


I have time Warner 15 and it is enough to stream Netflix and watch YouTube and surf the net

Much thanks, appreciated. I have a better idea about what I want to do now - go with Warner 15 and use the savings to sign up for more streaming services. Warner Bros has a new one that looks pretty good.
-cheers

[Drachen]

Don't sign up for Hulu plus, that shit is a fuckin joke.

[leemajors]

Don't sign up for Hulu plus, that shit is a fuckin joke.

I would stiff WB streaming too, fuck their fragmentation

[Capt Bringdown]

I would stiff WB streaming too, fuck their fragmentation

Ouch, I think I will try their free trial before I commit.

[Capt Bringdown]

The Motorola SB6141 can do up to 300Mbps and it's Time-Warner approved. You can get it from Amazon at about $100.


This is the one I went with. Does anyone have a wireless router recommendation as well?

And could a smart TV replace the need for a ROKU box?

[leemajors]

This is the one I went with. Does anyone have a wireless router recommendation as well?

And could a smart TV replace the need for a ROKU box?

Asus on the router if it supports dd-wrt/tomato. My RT-N16 is over a year old but works great. Flashed it with tomato when I got it and haven't really touched it since or rebooted much.

[Spur|n|Austin]

According to this:

http://stopthecap.com/2012/11/13/time-warner-cable-expands-approved-cable-modems-for-purchase-list/

The Motorola SB6141 can do up to 300Mbps and it's Time-Warner approved. You can get it from Amazon at about $100.

Not sure about speed requirements for Netflix though.

Nono - with the SB6141, would I have to let TWC know and would they have to make any changes in their switch or at my DMARC point at my house? I'm just wondering if it's as seamless as me purchasing the CPE and plugging in, or if I have to deal with calling them and providing IP information so they can remote in. Thanks.


This is the one I went with. Does anyone have a wireless router recommendation as well?


And could a smart TV replace the need for a ROKU box?

I just got the new LG Google Smart TV below:

http://www.lg.com/us/lggoogletv/index.jsp#page=qanda

I'm not 100% sure if it's a solid replacement for a ROKU box, but I can stream all my downloads over my network with no issues at all (minus some internet security tweak I have to do with ESET Security). The TV is GREAT.

[leemajors]

you would have to let TW know, which is good since they just upped their modem rentals to $8-9 per month

[Spur|n|Austin]

My latest bill shows $3.95 still - I'm sure they'll slip in the extra bucks here shortly, in which I'll return the favor by calling and telling them I'm switching to AT&T and ask to speak with the Cancellation Department, and as usual get my bill lowered by like 20 bucks :lol

[Capt Bringdown]

I ended up going with an Asus Mini PC rather than Roku. More money than I wanted to spend, as usual :lol

[leemajors]

I ended up going with an Asus Mini PC rather than Roku. More money than I wanted to spend, as usual :lol

which asus?

[Capt Bringdown]

which asus?

ASUS EB1503 EB1503-B003G Desktop

I'm probably going to have to leave my desktop in Thailand, so I thought I need a new PC instead of a Roku. Nice rationalization, huh ? :lol

[Capt Bringdown]

I just got the new LG Google Smart TV below:

http://www.lg.com/us/lggoogletv/index.jsp#page=qanda

I'm not 100% sure if it's a solid replacement for a ROKU box, but I can stream all my downloads over my network with no issues at all (minus some internet security tweak I have to do with ESET Security). The TV is GREAT.


Pretty pricey, no?

[Spur|n|Austin]

Pretty pricey, no?

I caught it on a weekend sale @ Conn's for $1,199 on sale from $1,699. They are still on sale at $1,299 actually.