OT: YouTube TV users

[Rhuarc]

Yes, via the ethernet, and I don't know how much it helps. I have my stereo receiver that can receive TuneIn and other internet channels, but I run that through our WiFi. I don't think there would be a huge difference between ethernet and WiFi because we have a Google Nest pod in the same room. We ran the ethernet through the LG TV with the YouTubeApp, and it was painfully slower. In our experience, Samsung TVs are much better to run Apps (more choices, run quicker), but this may be a function of our LGTV being the oldest TV in the house (2017). If you have a newer Samsung TV, try running YouTube TV through the TV app. We like the Samsung remotes better than the LG remotes too.

Great info. Thanks for taking the time to respond. I'm gonna go see if I can find a Roku in the store this weekend as there's a 2 weeks wait time through Amazon at this point.

 

[Knight Shift]

Great info. Thanks for taking the time to respond. I'm gonna go see if I can find a Roku in the store this weekend as there's a 2 weeks wait time through Amazon at this point.

Staples usually as them, and so does Best Buy.

 

[newell138]

Just moved so considering other options as well. This sounds interesting but does anyone know if I can get xfinity without a box? I see an app but wondering if that’s the same as using the TV box

 

[rutgersguy1]

Yes, via the ethernet, and I don't know how much it helps. I have my stereo receiver that can receive TuneIn and other internet channels, but I run that through our WiFi. I don't think there would be a huge difference between ethernet and WiFi because we have a Google Nest pod in the same room. We ran the ethernet through the LG TV with the YouTubeApp, and it was painfully slower. In our experience, Samsung TVs are much better to run Apps (more choices, run quicker), but this may be a function of our LGTV being the oldest TV in the house (2017). If you have a newer Samsung TV, try running YouTube TV through the TV app. We like the Samsung remotes better than the LG remotes too.

I think hardwired Ethernet makes a difference. The Apple TV I have is hardwired and has instantaneous response. I’ve tried it with wifi just to see with an Eero pro base station feet from it and it buffers a little when changing channels etc. The other rooms with firesticks also have Eero base stations in them and there is a slight buffer as well. Not a big deal but it’s there. Even if the proximity is close there is still a difference between wifi and hardwired. If possible hardwired will always get you the best response.

 

[Morrischiano]

Do you have FiOS internet or cable?
YTTV will deliver 1080 if you have the pipe for it
Fiber doesn't choke-up like cable can

Fios but a WiFi connection from the router to the TV (5 feet away). Would wired connection from router to the back of the smart TV work better?

 

[ashokan]

Fios but a WiFi connection from the router to the TV (5 feet away). Would wired connection from router to the back of the smart TV work better?

I've never used the wireless feature for my TV so cant say much. I'll always take a wire if I can (phones, tablets wifi is ok). I also use a more recent Asus router and none of Verizon's. Ever measure your router's output? Its probably fine but I check that stuff since a Verizon router has its own idiosyncrasies. In the past I read of streaming services throttling streams but I was reading that FiOS was actually doing upscaling so that might explain any contast bewteen YT and VZ. I left them before that.

But it seems people who have had a problem getting 1080 vs 720 resolved their issue by setting the resolution on their TV. You can try that or make a deep dive because its kind of a mess. Some TVs do "this or that." Some set-top boxes "do this or that." New firmware allows 60fps over 30 fps. Over sharpening makes things glow. Some regions get a better signal that others. YTTVs icons can be wrong. You might have a simple fix but cant tell

I stay away from gimmicks because my eyes are sensitive to digitally goosed refresh rates, PWM, bad upscaling etc. An hour on a Apple laptop (PWM used) will make my vision blurry all day lol. Lots of people are unhappy with YTTV's 4k and will be dumping it after Olympics



if you want to try the Nvidia Shield their upscaling gets rave reviews. I would do that over my TV or provider goosing a signal

 

[ashokan]

Thanks for that info. My fire sticks are clearly reaching the end of their lifecycle. What are the features that you should look for in a new, modern streaming device? I'm not so much worried about cost and more about getting fast response time and service.

I'm simple and like quick start-up, menus and tune-in.
I like a good remote with volume - I hate doing the multiple remote thing
My first Roku devices has no volume controls at all. With Ultra you can even plug-in headphones into the remote.

I don't watch a lot of TV or movies but if I did I would get the Nvidia Ultra. It can get as geeky as you want it to, and the deep diving tweekers love it. It has gaming functions, most popular upscaling and other features. People really like the upscaling. The "pro" models does 60fps. Its usually $200 but can be had for $150 now and then. My Roku Ultra is pretty fast and I'm not unhappy with it at all but the Nvidia Shield calls out to me lol. I just dont watch much TV/video anymore

 

[Ridge 22]

Seems like a solid service, but the lack of YES Network makes it a deal breaker for me. Bummer, as I hate Fios, which keeps giving me less service for more money

 

[ldwnmas]

Staples usually as them, and so does Best Buy.

Target has them as well.

 

[RU Golfer]

Yes, via the ethernet, and I don't know how much it helps. I have my stereo receiver that can receive TuneIn and other internet channels, but I run that through our WiFi. I don't think there would be a huge difference between ethernet and WiFi because we have a Google Nest pod in the same room. We ran the ethernet through the LG TV with the YouTubeApp, and it was painfully slower. In our experience, Samsung TVs are much better to run Apps (more choices, run quicker), but this may be a function of our LGTV being the oldest TV in the house (2017). If you have a newer Samsung TV, try running YouTube TV through the TV app. We like the Samsung remotes better than the LG remotes too.

Do you still need the TV remote for volume and turning on and off?

 

[Knight Shift]

Do you still need the TV remote for volume and turning on and off?

No, that's the beautiful thing. The Roku setup takes care of that. I like that the volume controller is on the top right side of the Roku remote. However, if you need to do settings on the TV, you need the TV remote. When I put in bluetooth pods, I need to grab the TV remote to accept the switchover from the TV speaker to the pods.