Some streaming services / platforms not included, Uneven performance
The new Telstra TV offers genuine convenience by pulling together both streaming and free-to-air content into a single elegant interface. However, these strengths are held back by conspicuous omissions, uneven performance and a failure to really deliver o...
All three Aussie streaming services, Affordable, Easy UI
Geo locked, No Dolby Digital decoding, Locked to Telstra
The first streaming box to offer all three Aussie SVOD platforms, the Telstra TV has a strong advantage over rivals, but the locked down nature of the device won't suit everyone...
Very easy to use, Great inclusions for those who purchase before Christmas, Includes HDMI cable,
No universal search for now, Locked out from Roku's wider app ecosystem, A little too simple,
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Published: 2015-10-19, Author: Alex , review by: fatducktech.com
So is it worth it? If it's a freebie along with your existing broadband you've got utterly nothing to lose by using it; at absolute worst you could ditch the box and view it as a free HDMI cable and a couple of AAA batteries for nothing.As an outright pur...
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Published: 2015-10-19, Author: Michael , review by: cravingtech.com
Abstract: Telstra TV is an online streaming device that allows Telstra fixed broadband customers to watch movies and TV shows at the comfort of their home. It's a similar device like Apple TV, Chromecast, and many other you've probably heard of, but it has relevant...
Abstract: Telstra's announcement of a new set-top box called Telstra TV based on the Roku platform came as a bit of a surprise, but the thing that surprised me more was the price. Telstra have once again hit the sweet spot on pricing, proving they really are seriou...
Since the announcement of Telstra TV, much of the feedback online has targeted the fact there is no tuner in the device. That's a fair criticism and for those that still want to watch FreeView, you'll need to switch HDMI inputs. For those who've moved to...
Even though externally, the Telstra TV is identical to the Roku 2 box it is based on, Telstra has done enough on the software front to deliver an entirely different product.Sadly, we don't think that these changes have actually improved the offer for Aust...
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Published: 2016-12-20, Author: Stephen , review by: techradar.com
All three Aussie streaming services, Affordable, Easy UI
Geo locked, No Dolby Digital decoding, Aussie apps aren't great
The first streaming box to offer all three Aussie SVOD platforms, the Telstra TV has a unique selling point, but the implementation leaves a lot to be desired...
Some streaming services / platforms not included, Uneven performance
Like any streaming box, the Telstra TV is kind of defined by its limitations as much as it is its strengths. It offers genuine convenience by pulling together both streaming and free-to-air content into a single elegant interface. However, these strengths...
