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The editors liked
Nice compact form factor
Dual-band Wi-Fi
Controller is pretty nice
The Google Nexus Player Android TV streaming box offers good conversational voice search from the included physical remote. If you use your smartphone or tablet to Cast compatible apps
It provides access to most important services. It delivers Android ga
The editors didn't like
No Ethernet
Limited Storage
Sometimes ‘jittery' playback on Games
Google Casting sometimes gets ‘weird'
Hardware
At launch
Native app selection is abysmal compared with that of Roku
Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. The interface seems designed to push users toward Google's media services
And voice search doesn't yet include major third-party apps like Netflix or Hulu
Published: 2015-04-28, Author: Daniel , review by: ausdroid.net
Nice compact form factor, Dual-band Wi-Fi, Controller is pretty nice
No Ethernet, Limited Storage, Sometimes ‘jittery' playback on Games, Google Casting sometimes gets ‘weird', Hardware
The Nexus Player is a Nexus device, so naturally it's a must buy for me. It's also the first Android TV device on the market and with no details from Sony or Razer on when their SmartTVs or set-top box are expected to arrive on our shores – if an Android ...
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Published: 2014-11-04, Author: David , review by: cnet.com.au
The Google Nexus Player Android TV streaming box offers good conversational voice search from the included physical remote. If you use your smartphone or tablet to Cast compatible apps, it provides access to most important services. It delivers Android ga
At launch, native app selection is abysmal compared with that of Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. The interface seems designed to push users toward Google's media services, and voice search doesn't yet include major third-party apps like Netflix or Hulu
Until it receives a major infusion of native apps and developer support, and better integrates non-Google services, the Nexus Player with Android TV offers no compelling upgrade over other streaming devices....
Easy to set up and use, Easy to use the remote, Apps loaded the quickest out of all the products we tested, Has voice search, Low power usage
Has fewer apps, compared to Roku and Amazon products, Voice search only works with Google apps, YouTube, and Hulu Plus
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Published: 2015-05-22, Author: Dave , review by: makeuseof.com
Abstract: There are no shortage of set-top Android media boxes on the market, though most offer a substandard interface that was never designed to work through a TV. Ouya tried (and arguably failed) to create an Android-based game console; Amazon has seen success w...
For those living with an iOS device it may offer you a better way to consume your Google provided content. If you're deep in the Google verse using an Android handset, unless you like being an early adopter, it's worth waiting for future updates, more app...
Published: 2015-03-26, Author: Terry , review by: wegotserved.com
The Asus Nexus Player is an amazing little box for anyone who wants to get more from their TV. The integration with the Google ecosystem is slick, and offers easy access to a host of apps and services. The hardware is powerful and well-built, but y...
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Published: 2014-11-30, Author: Brian , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: Google's attempts to stake its claim in the living room have been a little hit and miss. Google TV didn't exactly get things rolling the way Google would have hoped, and the Nexus Q slated for a 2012 release never eventuated. But it had better luck with t...
Combination of media streaming services and console gaming, Gamepad's layout is similar to your traditional controller, Interface is pretty slick looking and intuitive, Voice search works pretty accurately
100 ($140 with a gamepad) cost is rather pricey, Limited storage means you'll need to be selective in what you download, Selection of apps and games are limited for the time being
Honestly, we find the Google Nexus Player in a tough spot with its expensive price of $99.99 – and that's only for the Nexus Player by itself. If you plan on playing some real games, not just the ones meant for the remote, you'll need to shell out another...
Published: 2014-11-04, Author: Tim , review by: wired.com
Excellent voicesearch performance. Simple, elegant onscreen interface and remote control. Seamless integration with YouTube may make you forget about apps. Replicates the functionality of Chromecast, so you can mirror content from your mobile device or la
Doesn't have nearly as many apps as Roku. Doesn't come with an HDMI cable. Won't appeal as much to those who don't use Android devices or Google services. While the Android TV platform is very promising, it may be best to wait for its app ecosystem to cat
