06-03-2008, 06:53 PM
[quote Will Collier]One big stumbling block in my opinion is that the ATV itself is so content-free. Downloading or renting of movies and/or TV just isn't something that has broad acceptance right now outside of the "enthusiast" communities.
You're probably right about that. It's a shame because the Apple TV is the first device that makes the experience simple, pain-free, and enjoyable.
No problem--Apple TV is a very capable streaming client.
A mini is not suitable as a modern home theatre source--no HDMI, no HDCP, no fuss-free, automatic HDTV support. Geeks only.
BTW, Apple doesn't need to provide a "home server." That's for geeks only too. You've already got your Macs--use them and your Airport Extreme.
You're probably right about that. It's a shame because the Apple TV is the first device that makes the experience simple, pain-free, and enjoyable.
the ATV lacks the storage capacity for more than a small number of discs.
No problem--Apple TV is a very capable streaming client.
Now, an ATV (or better yet in my opinion, a Mini) plus a home server makes a pretty darn good living room appliance... but Apple doesn't have a home server option
A mini is not suitable as a modern home theatre source--no HDMI, no HDCP, no fuss-free, automatic HDTV support. Geeks only.
BTW, Apple doesn't need to provide a "home server." That's for geeks only too. You've already got your Macs--use them and your Airport Extreme.