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flyingmonkey

Apr 28, 2021 08:13 PM

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flyingmonkeyApr 28, 2021 08:13 PM

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It was nice when you could use this as a sound bar with airplay with the TV off. After an update, it seems like the TV must be on for it to play music.

Mr_Sadness

Apr 28, 2021 08:38 PM

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Joined May 2019

Mr_SadnessApr 28, 2021 08:38 PM

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Low-Frequency Extension is 92.4 Hz so it only can play low notes down to the high bass range.

For $30 less it is probably better to buy the better scoring TCL Alto 8+ 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Built-In Subwoofer – Fire TV Edition

https://slickdeals.net/f/14979773-tcl-alto-8-2-1-channel-sound-bar-with-built-in-subwoofer-fire-tv-edition-69-99

https://www.rtings.com/soundbar/t...1765/19666

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macpablo

Pro

Apr 29, 2021 03:12 PM

970 Posts

Joined Nov 2011

macpablo

Pro

Apr 29, 2021 03:12 PM

970 Posts

I got a Roku to try it out last month and it's nice. When going trough the set up there was a step that I couldn't get past without entering a credit card. I cancel the initial set up, started it again and the 2nd time it had a small option to skip the credit card

soultar1

Apr 29, 2021 03:57 PM

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Joined Jul 2011

soultar1Apr 29, 2021 03:57 PM

3,084 Posts

If you are used to roku ultra or even roku 3 the sluggishness of this one will drive you nuts. I ended up getting a sonos beam and keeping my ultra although that's much pricier.

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XMan48

May 03, 2021 03:06 PM

82 Posts

Joined Jul 2010

XMan48May 03, 2021 03:06 PM

82 Posts

Quote from soultar1

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If you are used to roku ultra or even roku 3 the sluggishness of this one will drive you nuts. I ended up getting a sonos beam and keeping my ultra although that's much pricier.

Ugh.. wish I had read your comment before ordering. I currently use apps via Samsung tv smart hub and it's just too clunky and slow. Guess I'll give it a try and hope for an improvement!

soultar1

May 03, 2021 04:10 PM

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Joined Jul 2011

soultar1May 03, 2021 04:10 PM

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Quote from XMan48

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Ugh.. wish I had read your comment before ordering. I currently use apps via Samsung tv smart hub and it's just too clunky and slow. Guess I'll give it a try and hope for an improvement!

It's only annoying if you have had a roku 3 or ultra or equivalent.

kardiackidneykids

May 03, 2021 04:20 PM

159 Posts

Joined Sep 2013

kardiackidneykidsMay 03, 2021 04:20 PM

159 Posts

Did Roku and YouTube TV come to terms ? They removed their app for download last week .

ososlick

May 10, 2021 06:10 PM

279 Posts

Joined Jul 2012

ososlickMay 10, 2021 06:10 PM

279 Posts

Quote from kardiackidneykids

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Did Roku and YouTube TV come to terms ? They removed their app for download last week .

Not yet but Google added YouTube TV into the main YouTube app as a workaround. https://www.cnet.com/news/youtube-roku-face-off-youtube-tv-added-to-main-app-free-streaming-devices/

rennix

Jul 20, 2021 12:12 AM

286 Posts

Joined Jan 2012

rennixJul 20, 2021 12:12 AM

286 Posts

Quote from Mr_Sadness

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Low-Frequency Extension is 92.4 Hz so it only can play low notes down to the high bass range.

For $30 less it is probably better to buy the better scoring TCL Alto 8+ 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Built-In Subwoofer – Fire TV Edition

https://slickdeals.net/f/14979773-tcl-alto-8-2-1-channel-sound-bar-with-built-in-subwoofer-fire-tv-edition-69-99

https://www.rtings.com/soundbar/t...1765/19666

There is no such thing as a built in sub woofer in a sound bar. Any reproduction is bass below that 80-90hz range isn't going to be anything worth buying.

Mids are typically at least 3.5" drivers up to 6.5" on average. Subwoofers are typically 8"-12" and need an enclosure with some space to 1) house the large magnet and 2) if ported and not sealed need a certain acoustic build based on the size of the driver.

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