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Hi Guys,

 

I live in Australia and FINALLY we got our own Netflx account for the family. I'm wondering, is there a recommended device that's cheap to stream netflix. We have a chromecast but my parents are useless with technology and don't want to use their phones, they prefer having a remote... Is there anything you could recommend? So far looking at an Apple TV ($99) or a generic Android Box from Ebay ($79)

 

Your input is much appreciated

 

Thank You. 

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A generic Android box is probably your best bet.

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Generic Android Box > Apple shiTV

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An android platform will definitely be cheaper, however the AppleTV has one thing going for it that may justify the higher price, HBO NOW.

 

There's also the option of a HDMI based streaming box/stick like a Roku which can be had for $40.

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An android platform will definitely be cheaper, however the AppleTV has one thing going for it that may justify the higher price, HBONOW.

I live in Australia, we have none of those services available here.. We may get a VPN eventually. I just need something stable and VERY easy to use for under $100 bucks haha

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If you're on Optus, their 2nd generation of Fetch has compatibility with Netflix, although it's kind of expensive for what it is, particularity if you don't watch much TV.

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I'm with Telstra.. and roku is quite expensive and won't work in Australia without a VPN..? 

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I got myself a cheap Roku that does everything for just $30 USD (only outputs in 720p though, but that's all I need). I can't imagine anyone would call that expensive. I don't know how things work in Australia though. The best feature of Roku is the ability to search cross-platform streaming services for a show, and it will tell you which ones have the show/movie and if you already have a subscription.

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If the roku worked in aus (not sure if it does without a VPN) I would buy it ASAP! 

Roku 2 or even 1 would be more than enough.. 

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Hi Guys,

 

I live in Australia and FINALLY we got our own Netflx account for the family. I'm wondering, is there a recommended device that's cheap to stream netflix. We have a chromecast but my parents are useless with technology and don't want to use their phones, they prefer having a remote... Is there anything you could recommend? So far looking at an Apple TV ($99) or a generic Android Box from Ebay ($79)

 

Your input is much appreciated

 

Thank You. 

your name is matthew.......you were born in 1991......

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your name is matthew.......you were born in 1991......

Your point? ... 

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I would get the Roku Streaming Stick, http://www.amazon.com/Roku-3500R-Streaming-Stick-HDMI/dp/B00INNP5VU/ref=sr_1_1?s=tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1429258831&sr=1-1&keywords=roku. 

You can get I shipped to 'New Zealand' from amazon for $77.00nzd. Amazon's shipping charges are probably the same for Auz and Nz and our currencies are pretty much the same right now.

 

It can stream Netflix at 1080p and even has its own dedicated buttom for it.  

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I am very happy with my Amazon Fire TV Stick 

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If the roku worked in aus (not sure if it does without a VPN) I would buy it ASAP! 

Roku 2 or even 1 would be more than enough..

Get the Apple TV. Will be up and working in 10 minutes and the parents will be able to figure everything out without a problem.

Nothing wrong with an Android box really but would pay the extra $20 for a guaranteed-to-be-stable, brand name product that's easy to use.

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Your point? ... 

i own a roku 3 that i like quite a bit for streaming youtube netflix huluplus ive had it about 2 years never once had an issue with it.

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Your point? ... 

You would not need a VPN for australian netflix so the Roku is a great option.

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