Refurb Roku 2 XS 1080p for $58.99 - free shipping

Quote from opowello : The price has been $59.99 for a while, and it seems inventory comes and goes. I purchased a few weeks ago at that price and received a unit that seemed in pretty good shape, but the remote was DOA. Ben's wouldn't send me a replacement unit either. My options were 1) return unit for full refund but at my cost for shipment or 2) accept a $10 credit. I could have taken option #2 had I at least had a means to initially connect and configure the unit so that I could use either a universal-smart remote or the app, but I couldn't get to that point. If I was to do it all over, I would have purchased through a different company and paid a higher price.

You are way nice. Unless there was a disclaimer that said something it might not be in full, working order, I would have disputed it with my credit card company if I got the same response.

One has to wonder why there are sooo many refurbished units out there. It seems like every week there's a slick deal on these refurbished units. Just wondering....

Quote from MHS70_TEAM : One has to wonder why there are sooo many refurbished units out there. It seems like every week there's a slick deal on these refurbished units. Just wondering....

I think it's simply units that were returned from their retail sales channels (i.e. didn't like it, Wi-Fi connection issues, etc.) or warranty work. They can't take those units as new hence the factory refurb. It's standard practice with many companies.

Are the two models same- sold by bensoutlet and tigersdirect? If yes, then I can order from tiger direct.

Quote from ashrock : Are the two models same- sold by bensoutlet and tigersdirect? If yes, then I can order from tiger direct.

Yes. Both care classified as factory refurb models "RB-3100B"

Wow, this deal lasted for 6 whole posts! Yeaaah!!!!

Well, got it last time.
Honestly speaking my Panasonic 3d Blu-ray player is much better than this Roku box.
This one doesn't even have YouTube or browser.
Having less channels that my panny blu-ray player.
Except Angry Birds which my daughters are playing its waste.
I put the Netflix and my daughters immediately told me that there is something wrong with Netflix looks and feel.
Then I switched them back to Panasonic one, the Netflix in Panasonic is having much options than Roku, they have dedicated for Kids box, so my daughter directly go there instead of searching through all the movies and cartoons.
Overall, if you have latest blu-ray player with WiFi then there is no need for Roku, unless someone come and justify.

I am debating between neotv pro/max and Roku which seems to have all that Roku has, plus some more (USB/microSD input), Intel Wireless display support. Can someone using/planning on using Roku shed any light on extra features that only Roku has?

thanks.

Quote from here2buy : I am debating between neotv pro/max and Roku which seems to have all that Roku has, plus some more (USB/microSD input), Intel Wireless display support. Can someone using/planning on using Roku shed any light on extra features that only Roku has? thanks.

My roku xs (angry birds edition) has usb and micro sd.

Quote from Prince01 : Well, got it last time. Honestly speaking my Panasonic 3d Blu-ray player is much better than this Roku box. This one doesn't even have YouTube or browser. Having less channels that my panny blu-ray player. Except Angry Birds which my daughters are playing its waste. I put the Netflix and my daughters immediately told me that there is something wrong with Netflix looks and feel. Then I switched them back to Panasonic one, the Netflix in Panasonic is having much options than Roku, they have dedicated for Kids box, so my daughter directly go there instead of searching through all the movies and cartoons. Overall, if you have latest blu-ray player with WiFi then there is no need for Roku, unless someone come and justify.

Prince01,

I agree the Panny might be the better value and the BDT220 has gotten great reviews for it's WiFi streaming and user interface.

In regards to the Roku, you can get around the missing YouTube app by using Twonky (see link below). It beams most website's videos to the Roku works surprising well; I get output from my Nexus 4 and iPad mini in HD to the Roku along with local device pics and vids. Yes the Roku also does not have DLNA but the Plex app is a good substitute. Finally, the app catalog is much more abundant (including private channels) on the Roku than any other streaming device. I especially like using HBO Go and VEVO.

I very much agree that the Netflix app is better on the Panny vs. Roku. Netflix offers the Kids only section for the majority of devices yet it hasn't updated it on the Roku. It's perplexing as heck. I also have kids and my son likes the navigating through the Netflix app on the Sharp TV better than the Roku's!

Both have their pro's/con's and that's why I have both


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Quote from here2buy : I am debating between neotv pro/max and Roku which seems to have all that Roku has, plus some more (USB/microSD input), Intel Wireless display support. Can someone using/planning on using Roku shed any light on extra features that only Roku has? thanks.

That's a good question but the consensus for streaming devices is Roku is the device to beat. If you'd like to know what else the Roku can do, please read this article:

http://gigaom.com/2012/12/25/roku...e-airplay/

Quote : That's a good question but the consensus for streaming devices is Roku is the device to beat. If you'd like to know what else the Roku can do, please read this article: http://gigaom.com/2012/12/25/roku...e-airplay/

Thanks. Seems like the roku extra is more channels vs neotv extra is intel widi/miracast (future) and qwerty remote.

Quote from BodegaBay : Prince01, I agree the Panny might be the better value and the BDT220 has gotten great reviews for it's WiFi streaming and user interface. In regards to the Roku, you can get around the missing YouTube app by using Twonky (see link below). It beams most website's videos to the Roku works surprising well; I get output from my Nexus 4 and iPad mini in HD to the Roku along with local device pics and vids. Yes the Roku also does not have DLNA but the Plex app is a good substitute. Finally, the app catalog is much more abundant (including private channels) on the Roku than any other streaming device. I especially like using HBO Go and VEVO. I very much agree that the Netflix app is better on the Panny vs. Roku. Netflix offers the Kids only section for the majority of devices yet it hasn't updated it on the Roku. It's perplexing as heck. I also have kids and my son likes the navigating through the Netflix app on the Sharp TV better than the Roku's! Both have their pro's/con's and that's why I have both --------------------------------------------------------------------- That's a good question but the consensus for streaming devices is Roku is the device to beat. If you'd like to know what else the Roku can do, please read this article: http://gigaom.com/2012/12/25/roku...e-airplay/

I had a few questions about the Roku. One questions is are the free channels worth it and how do you access them?

Also, if you already have a smart TV (LG) that gives you access to Neflix, youtube, etc., what other benefit does it provide you?

I have just started looking at these recently and have been debating about getting one of these, but wasn't sure if it was 'worth it.'

Quote from BodegaBay : Prince01, I agree the Panny might be the better value and the BDT220 has gotten great reviews for it's WiFi streaming and user interface. In regards to the Roku, you can get around the missing YouTube app by using Twonky (see link below). It beams most website's videos to the Roku works surprising well; I get output from my Nexus 4 and iPad mini in HD to the Roku along with local device pics and vids. Yes the Roku also does not have DLNA but the Plex app is a good substitute. Finally, the app catalog is much more abundant (including private channels) on the Roku than any other streaming device. I especially like using HBO Go and VEVO. I very much agree that the Netflix app is better on the Panny vs. Roku. Netflix offers the Kids only section for the majority of devices yet it hasn't updated it on the Roku. It's perplexing as heck. I also have kids and my son likes the navigating through the Netflix app on the Sharp TV better than the Roku's! Both have their pro's/con's and that's why I have both --------------------------------------------------------------------- That's a good question but the consensus for streaming devices is Roku is the device to beat. If you'd like to know what else the Roku can do, please read this article: http://gigaom.com/2012/12/25/roku...e-airplay/

Also, If I got one I was debating between the WD TV Live or the Roku. The reviews I've seen rated the WD slightly better (by users), but I'm not sure if one had more channels or something of that nature.

Quote from mma123 : Not HDMI, even though the output from the device is HDMI?

That's how it goes - when you buy new TV, it does not come with HDMI cable. Same when you buy new BD player. Never mind both work best with HDMI. When you buy printer, it does not come with USB cable either.

Coming with HDMI cable is exception to the rule (i have seen Roku bundled with HDMI cable deals). Speaking of which, recently there was a deal of 10 HDMI cables for $12