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The Good Guys 5-Day Tech Frenzy Sales: D-Link Boxee $77, Moto G $218, LG G2 16GB $426.20* etc

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The Good Guys 5-Day Tech Frenzy Sales: D-Link Boxee $77, Moto G $218, LG G2 16GB $426.20* etc
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webtherapist on 15/05/2014 - 09:21 thegoodguys.com.au (7179 clicks)
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for people who missed the 15% eBay sales, at least you can get few things with cheaper than normal price, have fun
*Possibly lower than $426.20 with Amex https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/141033 and https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/139102 For people who are after an LG G2 16GB, this is quite close to the last day (31 May) to claim the $50 cashback, Allphones has it for $499 => you can claim 120% of the difference + pay less with cash (if possible) ($518 at The Good Guys) to $476.20 or less THEN becomes $426.20 or less after chasbacked, not too bad! Also, 4.4 KitKat update available now for better experiences, I used to complain the auto-focus of the camera, now works very fast after the update

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  • sane on 15/05/2014 - 09:29
    +1

    Hmm, I wonder if they are clearing out the MotoG in prep for the new 4G edition?

    • dfragar on 15/05/2014 - 10:11
      +1

      In the UK the legacy Moto G will sell alongside the newly announced Moto E and Moto G with LTE. No idea what will happen in Oz as we only 1 of the 3 original Moto G variants (8GB dual sim) not the once we wanted (16GB single sim).

      • sane on 15/05/2014 - 10:18
        +2

        Downvotes?

        For pointing out that, particularly in australia, the 4G, microSD version is likely to be a better bet and supplant the 3G version?

        Anyone out there looking for a cheap but acceptable smartphone is well advised to wait - the MotoE will be cheaper for 3G and the new 4G MotoG will be a better match for the 4G australian networks.

        FFS

  • rbenko123 on 15/05/2014 - 09:29
    +2

    Boxee for $77 is a bargain, just keep in mind they are End of Life.

    • lplau on 15/05/2014 - 09:53
      +2

      Boxee software got sold out to Samsung, which is why it is EOL, and will most likely lose support soon.

    • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 10:00
      +1

      Even so, this is an amazing price for the Boxee!!

      • Fybre on 15/05/2014 - 10:09
        +2

        I agree. Best media player I've used. I'm buying another one now… just because.

        • y12345678 on 15/05/2014 - 12:14
          +1

          boxee box is not perfect but at this price it's alright.
          One issue I noticed is the slowwwwwww response when you want to quit a video. It's very annoying when you watch TV shows.

        • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 13:51

          Haven't had this issue, when I quit, it's almost instant.

          Have you updated to the Boxee Hacks firmware? They made it a lot faster, but even when I was on official firmware, didn't have this problem.

        • MrBillions on 15/05/2014 - 21:48

          I use boxes with xbmc. Works fine. $77 is a bargain but yes EOL.

    • hellbound on 15/05/2014 - 10:12
      +1

      It's getting close to 4 years old now and was officially discontinued 1.5 years ago, is it really a bargain when there are newer/cheaper/supported options out there?

      • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 10:17
        +1

        Not sure what's better than this for the price?

        Boxee Hacks is keeping this current with frequent updated firmware. It can now run XMBC.

        For local play via USB of your media files, there's nothing better.

        For online streaming, it's probably not the best option.

        • hellbound on 15/05/2014 - 10:28
          +3

          Raspberry Pi always comes to mind. With case, psu and small sd card you're looking at $50 for a media player which is properly supported on XBMC, is lower power and has 1080p 3D playback.

        • ssjmark on 15/05/2014 - 10:42

          So the boxee can't play files on a network drive via wireless?

          What's a good option out there for a bedroom unit that's easy to use for the wife?

        • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 11:04

          It can stream, I'm talking about services like Hulu, Netflix etc. It's not its strong suit.

        • skinny on 15/05/2014 - 11:12

          What's a good option out there for a bedroom unit that's easy to use for the wife?

          • I am sure you can work out what she wants in the bedroom?
        • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 11:15

          I haven't used Raspberry Pi, when I was researching what's better than the Boxee, almost everyone preferred the Boxee over Raspberry Pi due to weak hardware.

          Comments mentioned it was slow to respond, slow list updating (30 seconds to load 500 files), is low on CPU power. They mentioned video rendering is mostly fine but didn't expect super-high bitrate movies to play stutter-free.

          Just to mention, Boxee plays 1080p 3D playback without stutter too.

          I have used the Boxee for 4 years and I have never had an issue playing any files (always smooth, via USB). It's fast to load up over 1,000 files with covers (loading bar spins for 3-5 seconds), full background overlays etc.

          At full price $249, hard to recommend, but at $77 with Boxee Hacks supporting it, people who want to play local media files via USB, it's hard to beat with what it does. XBMC will get better with future firmware updates.

        • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 11:17

          Boxee is pretty much plug and play.

          Open box, connect via HDMI, plug in HDD via USB and select file to play.

        • hellbound on 15/05/2014 - 11:54
          +1

          There were definitely issues early on for the raspberry pi when it was new, but it's been stable for quite some time now. The latest xbmc update was focused mainly on decreasing the load time on viewing large libraries, and increased 3d support.

          It'll play the killa sample without dropping frames, afaik the only real limitation is it won't play Hi10 encoded files, which very few media players support anyway.

          Didn't know the boxee can now do 3d, it's not listed in it's specs.

        • spinferno on 15/05/2014 - 12:14
          +1

          Thank you justmiike,
          I had a look and the Gotham build of XBMC looks amazing!
          I found the instructions here:
          http://boxeed.in/forums/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=263
          you rock!

        • y12345678 on 15/05/2014 - 12:16

          Yes, no problem
          Only limitation is your wifi speed

        • splats on 15/05/2014 - 12:45

          would this be fine to watch local catch up tv i.e. channel 7,9,10 abc etc?

        • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 14:07
          +1

          I see, so it's probably better now.

          Boxee can't play Hi10 directly, but can through UPnP.

          Yeah, it has a few settings for 3D too, it supported 3D via a firmware update in 2010, so that's probably why it's not included in the specs.

        • AlexF on 15/05/2014 - 14:27

          AFAIK, raspberry pi cannot play high quality MPEG2 (ie. complex DVDs) without acceleration and requires purchase of license to do so.

      • lomie on 15/05/2014 - 10:35

        What would you recommend?
        I currently have the WDTV live. How does the Boxee compare to this in terms of file playability?

        • hellbound on 15/05/2014 - 10:47
          +1

          Are there any particular files your WDTV isn't playing? File compatibility will be similar, but it will depend on which model WDTV you have. Older WDTV's had issues with a few media types.
          Main advantage of the Boxee over the WDTV is a better interface and social media connectivity.
          Depending on what you actually want it for, I'd recommend a raspberry pi running openelec or a chromecast. Or if you're in the Apple garden, the ATV3 can be had for a few dollars more than the boxee when it's on sale.

        • 3ah3ah on 15/05/2014 - 12:46

          So is the boxee is suitable player to play media from a network drive (I have the hp n40l microserver with lots of media files) and can it play mp4, mkv and rmvb-which most media player doesn't support? My brother has heaps of files in rmvb format

        • spinferno on 15/05/2014 - 13:17

          the default Boxee OS and the XBMC you can hack on top of it have class leading compatibility. keep in mind that if you have a surround setup with only RCA inputs that you won't have luck with separate connectors for each channel, despite support for 5.1 decoding.

        • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 14:12

          Hm, rmvb format is interesting. From what I gather, Boxee didn't support it. Apparently there's issues with XBMC supporting it too, plays it, but not perfectly.

          I haven't used rmvb format before, so don't know, but plays mp4 and mkv.

        • lomie on 15/05/2014 - 15:15

          Are there any particular files your WDTV isn't playing?

          No, the WDTV live streaming seems to play BD files off MakeMKV without issues. The rest are mp4s from DVDs. I was after a cheap 2nd media player for another room in the house so that there is no hassle in moving the players around. A friend also likes my WDTV so he might get the Boxee as well.

    • Tuba on 15/05/2014 - 22:02

      Boxee is not only EOL, its out of stock.

  • poxdaccy on 15/05/2014 - 09:52
    +1

    Motorola XT1033 Moto G - Unlocked $218 - Officeworks $207.10

  • skinny on 15/05/2014 - 10:43

    Anyone have hp cf145a printer? like to know the experiences, its on sale at $349 at the TGG

    http://www.thegoodguys.com.au/buyonline/Hewlett_Packard_Lase…

  • siuol on 15/05/2014 - 11:04

    Good price for g2

    My LG G2 battery drained so much after kitkat update. Anyone have similar experience?

    • ryang on 15/05/2014 - 11:06
      +1

      Mine has been fine, but it has off days. And by that I mean I only get a day out of it… lol

    • GiggidyGoo on 15/05/2014 - 11:19

      Yeah I've noticed a fall in battery performance. Didn't click that it might be from the update. Might have to look into it now.

      • Ronnnie on 15/05/2014 - 14:03

        If its anything like my other android devices, the first few days it'll be bad but then it improves.

    • siuol on 15/05/2014 - 11:39

      Used to be able to last 1.5 days between charging before update.
      Nowadays It only last for 22hours…

  • ssjmark on 15/05/2014 - 11:18
    +1

    These prices available in store as well?

  • Twisty on 15/05/2014 - 11:21

    I have all my movies on my iMac which is wifi. If I get a Boxee for the bedroom and connect it via ethernet or wifi, will it play all my movie formats, show cover art and description with our any buffer issues?

    Or should I get a Apple TV, will that do what I want it too?

    • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 11:55

      It will play all your movie formats, show cover art, descriptions without buffer issues if you connect via ethernet.

      Over Wi-Fi though, it's only as good as your network. HD content will likely buffer, unless your router can take the load, SD content will play fine.

      One thing to mention for Boxee is it can't play DTS-HD MA and Dolby True HD audio properly (it does play the sound, but will drop out randomly) due to lack of hardware driver update which will never happen. Personally, I never had this problem as my files are AC3 or DTS (or output as LPCM).

      Can't comment on Apple TV, never used it.

      • ryang on 15/05/2014 - 12:01

        Over Wi-Fi though, it's only as good as your network.

        Very debatable.. I had to test Boxee when it first came out for retail setups. Our in-store wireless system was fine for other systems to stream 1080p, but the Boxee wouldn't cut it. Saying that thought, this was a long time ago. It wouldn't surprise me if software updates resolved a lot of the performance issues.

        This is where the RaspBMC solution would win out - you get to choose the WiFi option. If you want a better WiFi (range, power, speed) then just purchase one!

    • mooney on 15/05/2014 - 12:03

      Not sure this helps but I have a Mac Mini downstairs and use Plex (or Air Video) on either Iphone or Ipad to stream to Apple TV in bedroom. That seems to work flawlessly for my needs.

      Not used Boxee, it might remove the need for the middle device.

      (note- my iphone and ipad are work devices, I am not THAT into apple)

  • kalt19 on 15/05/2014 - 13:21

    Thank you Op.
    Bought a Boxee for $77 - delivered at only $5 - no pick up in my area.
    Thanks again.

  • Infinite Monkee on 15/05/2014 - 13:31

    thanks webtherapist… o.O

  • Kugz on 15/05/2014 - 14:35

    Just used my $40 GC on the Boxee, $42 delivered because no stores near me had it available for pick-up.

    I'm assuming I should read up on XBMC/other firmware alternatives?

  • m13 on 15/05/2014 - 14:45

    One Boxee ordered. Needed also to do delivery, but that's alright. Should do well to avoid the issues of my NAS not being able to transcode video to play on my Samsung TV/BD devices.

    Cheers to you webtherapist!

  • seek on 15/05/2014 - 15:04

    can't see the LG G2 on TGG website for sale of the price $426.30 mentioned.

  • Twisty on 15/05/2014 - 15:56

    Can you still download the latest Boxee Box Firmware? Also will the Metadate for the movies we have on our hard drives still work or is that gonna be turned off?

    Just seeing if we really need to upgrade to XBMC or can we still run the official firmware but still get the cover art and movie description for our library

    • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 17:20

      Not sure if Boxee turned off the repo to download latest firmware.

      But, I would still install the latest Boxee Hacks because it improves on speed and adds quite a bit to the experience.

      You don't have to have XBMC.

      How is your Metadata set up? Boxee has its own requirements for that.

  • endotherm on 15/05/2014 - 16:09

    Boxee gone from the site and not found with a search. OzBargained?

    • jdf on 15/05/2014 - 16:37

      Interestingly, so is the G2.

    • jeworge on 15/05/2014 - 16:50

      Looks like it has been OzBargained. When you do a search for boxee the search auto-complete drop down lists the item but it redirects you straight back to the home page.

    • endotherm on 15/05/2014 - 17:02

      Disappointed at missing out. I have one already but want a spare to "hack" with 3rd party firmware etc. Couldn't bear the thought of compromising my working unit, I came close to bricking it once before. Anyone that bought one and gets buyer remorse or doesn't like theirs, let me know, I'd be interested.

  • RocketSwitch on 15/05/2014 - 17:19

    Yeah, Boxee sold out.

    I mean it was always going to at that price.

    Hope you guys and girls enjoy it, it's a great device at that price!!

  • AlbyDuck on 15/05/2014 - 19:08

    I've got a bit of buyer's remorse (pending further research!) on the Boxee. Will offer it here (at the price I paid) if it comes to selling it.

    • AlbyDuck on 15/05/2014 - 21:53

      Buyer's remorse wins. If anyone in Perth is interested (pickup), let me know.

      • afseale on 15/05/2014 - 23:56

        I'll take it. Drop me a message.
        Cheers

  • xavierod on 15/05/2014 - 19:17
    +1

    4 years later and Boxee Box still the best home cinema solution to be found.

    • lplau on 16/05/2014 - 09:13
      +1

      $200 it wasn't the best home cinema solution, but at $77 it certainly is. lol.
      For $200 you can get nicer ones than this. For example NUC, Microserver or a custom pc.

  • Poseidon on 15/05/2014 - 19:22

    Can anyone post their receipt/invoice for boxee so we can try our luck price matching.

  • SickDmith on 15/05/2014 - 23:53

    Is Boxee sale over? Could not find any….

    • Tuba on 16/05/2014 - 00:50
      +1

      They were never going to last at $77

  • yannyrjl on 16/05/2014 - 10:36

    thanks OP, might get the Moto G for mum

    • webtherapist on 16/05/2014 - 14:26

      you're welcome, I would like a Moto G too if can get rid of my iphone 4s lol

  • m13 on 16/05/2014 - 11:19

    Just got a call and they couldn't fulfil my Boxee order and are giving a full refund…stupid TGG doing a DS on us.

  • zooter on 16/05/2014 - 16:58

    Best price for boxee…i think I bought it for upwards of $150 a year back

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