06-03-2008, 11:53 AM
[quote vision63]Or for the un-initiated like myself, I really don't know what Apple TV is and why I would need one. I know "of" the thing and know you can record junk on it, but so can a bunch of other things. Multiply me by millions. I'm probably just waiting to be sold.
I agree, AppleTV isn't a "must-have" item, in the sense that other cool Apple products might be. But recording on it isn't really its selling point. (it doesn't come with a recorder, it's a player) Probably its most convenient feature, and best improvement over its earlier incarnation, is that you can order movies, TV shows, and music directly from your TV. No computer required. Great interface. If you've ever wanted to order and download entertainment content for viewing on your Home Theater's Plasma or LCD, including Hi Def, Apple TV is arguably among the easiest and best consumer choices
I realize cable TV customers can also order content via cable, directly from the TV screen. But not for purchase. Apple TV's link to the iTunes Music Store library of movies, TV shows, and music, is pretty cool.
If you don't have a plasma or LCD, or aren't into Home Theater type stuff, then you can skip it. If you Do have a flat screen, and are into Home Theater, it's worth looking into. Without going to the video store, and without even handling DVD discs, you can browse menus of newly-released movies and TV episodes, and get content directly, from your couch. And the HD quality of the content is often better than what cable companies offer.
I agree, AppleTV isn't a "must-have" item, in the sense that other cool Apple products might be. But recording on it isn't really its selling point. (it doesn't come with a recorder, it's a player) Probably its most convenient feature, and best improvement over its earlier incarnation, is that you can order movies, TV shows, and music directly from your TV. No computer required. Great interface. If you've ever wanted to order and download entertainment content for viewing on your Home Theater's Plasma or LCD, including Hi Def, Apple TV is arguably among the easiest and best consumer choices
I realize cable TV customers can also order content via cable, directly from the TV screen. But not for purchase. Apple TV's link to the iTunes Music Store library of movies, TV shows, and music, is pretty cool.
If you don't have a plasma or LCD, or aren't into Home Theater type stuff, then you can skip it. If you Do have a flat screen, and are into Home Theater, it's worth looking into. Without going to the video store, and without even handling DVD discs, you can browse menus of newly-released movies and TV episodes, and get content directly, from your couch. And the HD quality of the content is often better than what cable companies offer.