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Foxtel Now Box $49 + Delivery @ JB Hi-Fi

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Foxtel Now Box $49 + Delivery @ JB Hi-Fi
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sween64 on 16/07/2020 - 08:35 jbhifi.com.au (797 clicks)
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This is version 2 (Model: DWT765FXT) of the box that’s been around for awhile now and has some updates over version 1.

  • HDMI 2.0 out (supports Dolby Digital +)
  • S/PDIF out (supports 5.1)
  • 10/100 Ethernet and AC Wifi
  • Chromecast built-in
  • Bluetooth 4.1
  • USB
  • TV aerial in

Loads a custom Foxtel Now skin over Android TV. Standard Android TV apps available (ABC, SBS, Nine, 10, 7play, Kayo etc). Foxtel Now account required for box, subscription required to access Foxtel Now content. 10 day free trial available.

Delivery is $5 or $10 express (metro Melbourne as an example). Lots of local stock near me.

Don’t forget to use discounted gift cards.

A direct competitor to Vodafone TV. See previous deals for discussion, your question has probably been answered.

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  • Simbooo on 16/07/2020 - 08:42

    I got one of these thinking I’d only need the Now subscription (for 2nd TV) but after the 10 day trial it’s blocked me from using Foxtel on the Now box and requires me to add Multiroom to my package.

    • jaymzrsa on 16/07/2020 - 08:46
      +2

      Doesn't change much, but you only need to add 'multiscreen' ($15pm vs $25). I called up Foxtel and asked if they could add it as I have been a long time customer and with Covid and everyone being at home, having 2 screens would be great. They obliged. Give em a call, be polite, and see what you can get.

      • Simbooo on 16/07/2020 - 08:47
        +1

        I’ll do that, cheers mate 👍🏼

  • tehkrohnz on 16/07/2020 - 08:44

    Anyone know if this would work with steam link (and connect a ps4 controller to)

    May be a weird question as its not the primary functiin, but looking for a reasonably priced streaming+steamlink box

    • [Deactivated] on 16/07/2020 - 09:02

      Just…buy a steam link and connect it to one of the spare ports on the tv?

      • tehkrohnz on 16/07/2020 - 09:34

        That was discontinied quite a while ago, that also doesnt cover the streaming portion.
        More trying to compare this to the vodafone tv and work out which will be the best all rounder from steam link and streaming (and if either will even be able to download the steamlink app%connect controller via BT)

        • Nousernamehere on 16/07/2020 - 11:49
          +2

          I have the original Steamlink as well as a VTV and even though the specs of the Steamlink are worse than the VTV, it’s hands down a much better experience with the Steamlink.

          Even better if you have a Nvidia GPU as you can use Moonlight on the Steamlink which is even better. There was far too much lag on the VTV to make it playable, even with the claimed lag not showing to be too much worse than the Steamlink.

  • Lone star on 16/07/2020 - 08:45

    Vodafone TV got usb port. I can either use it to connect Bluetooth keyboard or usb devices.

    • ashanrath on 16/07/2020 - 08:55
      +1

      Interesting comparison. USB port on the VTV is much more limited now, since the device can no longer read from NTFS/ExFAT formatted drives. That rules out any file over 4GB which hurts for watching those high quality linux distros. Much less of a strength than it was at launch. Yeah you can still use USB keyboard/mouse/gamepad, but you can get bluetooth versions pretty cheap these days. Are there many other devices you'd actually expect to use on something like this?

      As for the bluetooth keyboard… why would you need to use a USB port for a bluetooth keyboard? Both the VTV, Foxtel Now have bluetooth. Do you mean something more like the Logitech keyboards (unifying receiver)? Hell, even the XB1 controller has native bluetooth and will connect without issues.

      • Lone star on 16/07/2020 - 09:00

        I have 4 LCD tvs in my house which are not smart TVs. They have neither Bluetooth or can view 4k. So people with older TV would find Vodafone Tv still very useful.. :)

        • ashanrath on 16/07/2020 - 09:04

          I agree… but bluetooth devices would connect to either VTV or Foxtel Now. Both devices have that functionality. I'm not sure why you're mentioning 4k? Both devices have 4k output if required.

          • Lone star on 16/07/2020 - 09:17

            @ashanrath: Sorry what I meant I dont have a movies greater than 4gb. Most of them are sub 3.5gb big and I'm very happy with that.. Anyway let's now talk about VTV here. That is a different deal… hehe

      • rekkore on 16/07/2020 - 09:23

        Is there a workaround for the USB issue? I tried a couple of USBs to sideload Amazon prime but couldn't get the USB to read after formatting multiple times.

        • MrGareth on 16/07/2020 - 09:28

          Just use FAT32… I have no issues side loading stuff from USB sticks :)

        • ashanrath on 16/07/2020 - 09:29

          FAT32 is your best bet. I've had no issues with that. Alternatively, use a file manager to load up a network share and get it that way.

    • MBix on 16/07/2020 - 10:51

      Am I missing something here, everything I’ve read says the Foxtel Now Box has a USB port too?

      • Gatto on 16/07/2020 - 21:43
        +1

        It definitely does… I just checked mine then

  • MaccDogg on 16/07/2020 - 08:53

    Doesnt work with foxtel go right?

    • Manny Calavera on 16/07/2020 - 09:10

      Foxtel go is the freebie foxtel for your telephone that comes with a normal foxtel subscription.

      It is also what we use with Kodi if we can't be arsed paying for multiroom.

      Foxtel Now is Foxtel over internet as a standalone.

  • Fergy1987 on 16/07/2020 - 09:00

    Excuse my ignorance, but what is the difference between Foxtel Now and Foxtel Go - I thought one was replacing the other? Why do we need this box when you can just use foxtel app? Is this just for non smart tvs?

    • willsy01 on 16/07/2020 - 09:09
      +1

      Foxtel Go is included with a regular Foxtel subscription. Foxtel Now is a standalone subscription that doesn't come with an IQ box or anything.

    • duyfken on 16/07/2020 - 09:11
      +2

      Foxtel Go is streaming for your phone when you have a Foxtel satellite service (also casting is only available if you have multiroom/boxes on your satellite service).

      Foxtel Now is a standalone service which will work on a phone AND TV directly.

      • hippocrit on 16/07/2020 - 09:37
        +1

        ..but uses the foxtel GO app (foxtel now)

    • indium on 16/07/2020 - 09:21

      What duyfken has said is correct. I might add that if you have multiroom in your foxtel subscription you can also login to the Foxtel Now app on 2017+ LG TV's. Not sure about other TV brands.

      • TheMoose on 16/07/2020 - 12:46

        Interesting. Does that then "block" the 2nd room's set top box from working, while you are logged in like that?

        • indium on 16/07/2020 - 12:55
          +1

          Sorry, I think I've confused 'multiscreen' with 'multiroom'. I only had multiscreen access due to covid, which foxtel have taken away now.

          But when I check foxtel it says "Multiroom iQ lets you watch Foxtel in another room on a second iQ4 or iQ3 box. If you subscribe to Multiroom iQ, you’ll also receive access to Multiscreen."

          So it shouldn't block the 2nd set top box from working and will function independently.

  • quacka on 16/07/2020 - 09:15

    Does this box work without foxtel subsription? Just wantt a box for chromecast, youtube and netflix

    • ewand7 on 16/07/2020 - 09:20

      Yes, but voda tv seems allot better, I find that my one just doesn’t work as a cast sometimes, and I always have to login to my Foxtel account. I got mine for $10 on gumtree tho so not complaining

    • rekkore on 16/07/2020 - 09:21

      You'll need an account to set up but you don't need a subscription to use it.

      • SmartM6 on 16/07/2020 - 11:17

        It can set up without an account, just press the app button, then you can download apps from google play store

    • SmartM6 on 16/07/2020 - 11:15

      you dont need a foxtel account to setup

    • SlartiBartFozz on 16/07/2020 - 14:20
      +1

      This box works fine, but you'll get a signin screen on startup every time, and the Home button will take you to the FoxtelNow signin screen.

      To solve this, I just installed HomeButton mapper, Startup manager, and set them both to Sideload Launcher (all from the PlayStore).
      Now it all just goes straight to Sideload app, but you could also set it to go to Netflix or any other app you have installed.

      P.S.
      - I haven't been able to install any other Launchers so far — if anyone has please add details below ?
      - Also, any suggestions on how to disable the FoxtelNow signin / launcher ?

  • Odortz on 16/07/2020 - 09:51

    Can you use a trial account for foxtel now to set up and then continue to use Netflix, Stan etc once the subscription is up?

    • sween64 on 16/07/2020 - 10:21

      Yes

    • SmartM6 on 16/07/2020 - 11:15

      you dont need a foxtel account to setup

  • Dexter on 16/07/2020 - 09:52

    can I record tv to usb on these?

  • Luigimarinara on 16/07/2020 - 10:31
    +1

    Would be wary buying one of these - going to be obsolete soon and it’s confusing with the Foxtel mumbo jumbo of products

    I bought one thinking would work with existing Foxtel Cable but no and ended up with a brick as required another account and pay money to access content.

    Intention was just to use this on a tv in another room instead of Foxtel multi room.

    Instead just used Foxtel Go - app only for existing Foxtel Cable customers. Up until June 30th allowed you to cast to Tv thanks to Foxtel generosity around Covid19.

    Now for that you have to pay $15 a month (multiscreen) for functionality that just should be included Ffs.

    And then they added Binge… $10 a month for basically all of the above….

    Your mileage may vary and depends on what you want this for but if you just want a basic streaming box with a remote would get a Vodafone one or an amazon fire stick. Just wish google would release a chrome cast with a remote…

    • MBix on 16/07/2020 - 10:52

      I believe Google are releasing a Chromecast like that but I may be wrong.

      Out of curiosity, what makes the VTV superior?

      • Luigimarinara on 16/07/2020 - 14:11

        Just agreeing with OP (more around price). Have a Mibox as well for streaming - these are good as well but more pricey - round $100

  • evanssm2jp on 16/07/2020 - 10:42
    +1

    I have 2 of these which I bought to use with Plex. To use them you must give them credit card details to get an account from what I remember - and removing your credit card details from the account is a painful procedure as it can't be done by yourself…Once you have logged in common TV based media players (such as kodi) are locked down on the play store - to make things worse the Foxtel firmware with added bloatware is very clunky at best. I'd avoid these at all costs - I threw them to one side and bought a couple of Vodafone TV boxes…never looked back…..

    • sween64 on 16/07/2020 - 12:31
      +1

      I’d only get this if you’re gonna get a Foxtel Now sub. It boots in to Foxtel Now every time.

  • sinners007 on 16/07/2020 - 10:51
    +3

    $49 is a good deal for this device but $72 for a VTV is money better spent.

  • SmartM6 on 16/07/2020 - 11:11

    JBHIFI refused to price match with Kogan just few weeks ago. Then I bought it from Kogan instead. It is really good!
    But I notice I could only pair BT devices by disconneting the device first. There is no option to go back "device settings" unless siging up a foxtel account.

  • techmeister14 on 16/07/2020 - 11:23

    I've got a lot of subscriptions - Netflix, Stan, Prime, Kayo and then broadband. Is it a wise idea to get the Foxtel NBN + Netflix + Channels package for $149 dollars per month? Is anyone else having a difficult time with so many subscriptions? Thanks.

    • sween64 on 16/07/2020 - 12:30

      Depends what the alternative is. Aussie Broadband is $79/month for 50/20 unlimited data. You can get Foxtel Now for $25/month.

      If Foxtel has the content that you watch on Stan and Prime then you could ditch those. How much is Sports on Foxtel?

      Is your Amazon Prime sub free with your Amazon Prime free postage sub?

      • techmeister14 on 16/07/2020 - 12:43

        Yeah. Prime is free with the postage subscription. I think that's another 65 dollars per year. I think the 149 is inclusive of sports. On the flip side, kayo is 25 dollars pm.

        • sween64 on 16/07/2020 - 13:02
          +1

          I know sports on Foxtel Now is $29/month. Go figure.

        • mostlygordon on 16/07/2020 - 19:41

          I have Foxtel Basic and get Kayo from Telstra for $15pm. Have Chromecasts on every TV, so cheaper than the sports pack, and no need to pay extra for Multi-room. I think the Foxtel Basic is worth it for the IQ4 (and Walking Dead!).

  • atom1319 on 17/07/2020 - 09:06

    JB hi-fi states that it works with Netflix, Stan, YouTube, etc? Is this like a major updated version?

    • sween64 on 17/07/2020 - 09:17

      That’s pretty standard for this version.

  • wingun on 17/07/2020 - 14:08

    Can't install Amazon Prime on here? (on the box)

  • Pimpiticians 4 Life on 18/07/2020 - 00:25

    Does Kayo work on this Foxtel Now box?
    Kayo said no, others mentioned side loaded or something etc
    Anyone actually use Kayo on this box?

    Kayo Sports has been a very overrated service, very buggy and barely compatible with countless devices.

    • sinners007 on 20/07/2020 - 09:11

      Kayo Sports has been perfect on my Apple TV. It has never missed a beat. People usually experience bugs when they side-load apps made for other devices.

      Overrated? I don't think so. It's a great service with live, on-demand, minis & highlights of all the sports Foxtel carries.

  • Groz on 22/07/2020 - 09:02

    Hey guys!

    With those that have this, the foxtel now box website hasnt been updated in ages, so it still doesnt state Netflix on the site…

    Just wondering if netflix works well and casts on chromecast 4k. also main one is Amazon prime, cant find anywhere if amazon prime can be downloaded or casted?

    OR should i spend a bit more money and get either Vodafone tv or mi box s?

    Cheers!

    • sinners007 on 24/07/2020 - 14:19
      +1

      VTV is the direct competitor with a built in tuner. It's the better choice for apps overall, although it doesn't have Amazon Prime Video (needs to be side loaded). Mi Box S has Amazon Prime Video but lacks ethernet and a tuner.

      • Regie69 on 29/07/2020 - 16:35

        Can you side load apps such as Amazon Prime onto Foxtel now box?

    • SlartiBartFozz on 27/07/2020 - 13:47

      Netflix works perfectly on this box at 4K and Chromecast too.
      Only downside is the Foxtel start screen, but this can be bypassed quite easily (see previous post).

  • Dexter on 26/07/2020 - 21:59

    Bought a Vodafone TV for $20 more. Better value imo

  • Talla on 28/07/2020 - 12:02

    Given its android based, has anyone tried installing a vpn on it? Does it work?

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