My FR:

1. Package arrived in very good condition. Kudos to Xtreamer for its good packaging.
2. Set up the unit, connected my ext. HDD and wah la, unit is up and running.
3. Setting up wireless connection was a breeze, nothing rocket science.
4. Navigating to its menu has some lag (you will feel it but not annoying). About the same feeling as navigating through the WDTV, albeit slightly faster.
5. Checked out some MKV and AVI movies. Worked superbly!

The wait was definitely worth its while (so far) and looking forward to try out the new internet channels and the rest of the features. Too bad I don't have any MKV with HD audio. Will try to get hold of at least one and try it out. Must see whether it allows pass through to AVR for decoding.

Apart from that, I think the unit is really neat looking, sleek and pretty good finish (sturdier than WDTV, IMHO).

A bit more review...
After using the unit for some movies, personally I didn't notice the fan noise. I guess it was no issue for me. I have also dabbled with the internet feature on the unit. Pretty neat if you want to browse for YouTube, news, traliers, etc. on your TV screen. No real issue with streaming YouTube on it (I'm running only a G WiFi). I am also able to access all my home network devices (1 PC, 1 laptop, 1 MyBook World Edition) without any noticeable issue. Like this feature whereby I am able to view photos on the Xtreamer on my TV screen. Of course I have been enjoying this already on the PS3 and Xbox.

My kids absolutely liked it thoroughly as I have a fair bit of kids movies and TV series (mostly DVD quality though). Now just need to make sure that they don't spend too much time on the TV!

BTW, the firmware is the latest 1.0.2. I actually thought I had to update the firmware before I could use it.

All-in-all, I am happy with the Xtreamer.

BTW, yupio, my package was routed through DHL's HK hub. Surprised that yours landed in Bangkok. Hope you get yours very soon.

This post has been edited by horray: Aug 26 2009, 12:37 AM

I'm running wireless G only. So no point trying. Bandwidth simply cannot handle.

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Added on August 26, 2009, 7:01 amI am looking for the m2ts folders to try out.

This post has been edited by horray: Aug 26 2009, 07:01 AM

I think for HD content, G will not be able to handle it. I read this somewhere in the Xtreamer forums.

Nope!

I think by now their delivery period should have improved as they should have stocks now. Otherwise, if you were like batch #2 orders (which I was previleged to be in), you should get your unit between 1.5 - 2 months from the date of your order.

Can someone confirm if the Xtreamer plays BD iso files? I checked the specs on the website but no such details.

Is it available locally? If so, how much?

At the moment, I cannot hear the fan noise from my Xtreamer (doesn't bother me at all) but will consider this to cool down the Xtreamer which can be quite hot after playing for a while.

Download speed is very slow.....waiting....

Yes, it will work even though you don't install an internal HDD.

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Added on November 29, 2009, 3:29 pmThose who bought eTrayz, can you please post your impresssion/review of this product?

This post has been edited by horray: Nov 29 2009, 03:29 PM

I upgraded this morning before leaving for work. Will probably try it out tonite.

I am still waiting anxiously for the HD Audio passthrough!

I liked these features and they removed them! Why?

A friend of mine told me that he read somewhere in LYN forum that Realtek may not be able to get the license from DTS and Dolby for the HD audio passthrough and this would mean that Xtreamer will be affected as well. Anyone can confirm this rumour or fact?

For Dolby TrueHD, the decoding/downmix is inconsistent. My experience is that the audio channels get completely mixed up whereby there is no sound on the subwoofer and even centre speaker. That was with FW2.2, so not sure if they have fixed it with the latest FW.

They did the same when they launch the Xtreamer a year ago. Also in the specs and I bought it soley for this feature and they failed. Be careful, they are known for empty promises. Suggest to wait for the new firmware which claims to enable this feature.

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Added on May 25, 2010, 10:42 amNearly DTS HD MA is not DTS HD MA. There is a difference. So Xtreamer Pro is nearly there. My experience with Xtreamer is that there has been many nearly there but never got there. Xtreamer is no doubt a good product except for this feature which remains elusive. Yes, this new Pro with the new Realtek chip should allow HD audio passthrough but it should have been enabled at launch date not another firmware update.

Other media players like HDX BD-1 and Dune Prime 3.0 have HD audio passthrough on day of launch but not Xtreamer. So be weary of this promise.

This post has been edited by horray: May 25 2010, 10:42 AM

Exactly what I wanted to share. When the Xtreamer was introduced last year, HD audio passthrough was heavily advertised on their website and when they couldn't deliver it, they removed this from the product specs listing.

I was one of many customers who bought the device for HD audio passthrough and after numerous bombarding at their forum (which their mods deleted/locked many posts inclduing mine), they finally removed this from the specs.

They are trying to redeem themselves now and hopefully they succeed as the product is good and pricing is attractive for its features. Definitely worth considering if they live up to their promises.

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Added on May 25, 2010, 5:16 pmWah...got test unit to try ah?

This post has been edited by horray: May 25 2010, 05:16 PM

Just PM me with the message: "SURE!" haha! No worries. Just trying my luck.

Please give us your review once you have tested the unit. If the HD Audio works, it's a pretty good value-for-money player! I know of someone who is waiting to try this unit out!

Does it play Avatar will full bd menu?

The best offer for Samsung 2TB is RM370. Lagi cheap!

C zone. Low yat.