Netgear is trying to compete with its former partner Roku with its own streaming media player, the Netgear NeoTV, also know as the NTV 200. Check out our review below:
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Show notes for this episode:
- The Netgear NeoTV was originally priced at $ 100, but you can find it online for around $ 70. More info on the device on Neatgear’s website.
- Netgear had originally teamed up with Roku to distribute a co-branded player based on Roku’s platform, but that partnership only lasted a few months.
- Many of the NeoTV’s apps are powered by Flingo. Check out our previous Flingo coverage.
What kind of features are you looking for in a player like this one? Is not having Hulu Plus a deal breaker, or do you care more about having YouTube? Please share your thoughts in the comments, get in touch with us on Twitter (@cordcutters) or email us at cordcutters @ gigaom.com.
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