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Slash21
post Oct 30 2015, 04:06 PM

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Hi All,

Those who managed to get their hands on ATV4, is Plex available already in the TV OS store?

What apps/programs are you guys thinking of using in the ATV4?


Slash21
post Nov 2 2015, 01:22 AM

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QUOTE(JollyRogers @ Nov 1 2015, 11:51 PM)
Can someone help to finally clarify for me

Maxis fibre comes with a telephony modem and the DNS is hardwired into the modem ,
So can still change DNS or use VPN for Hulu and Netflix ?

Thanks in advance
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You can set DNS in most hardware components. In your ATV, Desktop, Iphone etc. So this means, you can tell most of your computer items to use which DNS. There is no 'hardwiring' DNS...

Currently using unlocator.com for DNS on my ATV3 and it works fine.


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post Nov 2 2015, 11:39 AM

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QUOTE(Mavik @ Nov 2 2015, 10:52 AM)
Still waiting for the new Apple TV to arrive. Gotten one of the local stores to reserve one unit for me.
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Excellent.. Why dont order online?
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post Nov 2 2015, 12:40 PM

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Not much other than airplay works flawlessly. Also Plex is a great addition, organizes your downloaded movies and you can add few plug-ins to watch TV streams/movies.

A bit early to see what good apps will come out of TVOS...

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post Nov 2 2015, 02:08 PM

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QUOTE(666devil @ Nov 2 2015, 02:03 PM)
Woohoo mine just arrived! 32gb version. Sorry dunno how to post pic here.
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Ohh nice.. can share what apps are on TVOS?
Slash21
post Nov 2 2015, 10:48 PM

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Did anyone start using Simplex app to access Plex?
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post Nov 4 2015, 05:25 PM

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QUOTE(Lynixx @ Nov 4 2015, 04:55 PM)
hi guys,

just wanted to know will netflix app be available on ATV4 if i sign in my (malaysia) itunes account?
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It will be available but you won't be able to access unless you subscribe to a DNS/VPN and Netflix subscription.
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post Nov 5 2015, 12:14 AM

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I would be interested to hear field reports too... I ordered mine. Arriving on Friday....
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post Nov 5 2015, 12:41 PM

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QUOTE(666devil @ Nov 5 2015, 12:28 PM)
Nope u can't use those. It will say not supported in ur region.
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Some channels need US cable subscription which is not possible to get outside US. But you can always get Hulu or Netflix. I'm waiting for our local iFlix to come on Apple TV and with 8 RM monthly subscription I think will be worth it. You'll also need to use a US iTunes account which is easy to create.

I believe 5 Mbps Unifi should be enough to stream without lagging. May likely affect other Wifi users in your home if their watching video streams (Youtube etc.)...

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post Nov 5 2015, 01:00 PM

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QUOTE(sniffsniff @ Nov 5 2015, 12:51 PM)
Thanks for your answer.

1. So the current use to ATV is mirroring from other Apple devices, and watching youtube?

2. If using VPN will it able to bypass region and watch the videos for free in those apps?

Thx
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1. On top of mirroring you can stream any videos or music (non-mirroring mode) being played from your iphone/ipad to ATV. What I also do is install Plex on my desktop and download movies there. On ATV app store, there is an app called Simplex which can play movies from your Plex desktop server. You can also install plugins in Plex like CNN, Icefilm and etc which you can play on your ATV through Simplex (I believe this is true, as I have not received my new ATV4 yet smile.gif).

2. Yes VPN or DNS will bypass the region and you are able to watch some videos in those apps (NBC, History etc.). However, some of them requires US cable subscription. I do think Hulu for TV channels and Netflix for movies are good choicec. I also recently heard of Sling TV which is worth checking out. Hulu, Netflix and Sling TV can be watched through ATV without restrictions in Malaysia but requires subscription.

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post Nov 6 2015, 02:21 PM

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Great review... I just got mine today.

So far so good but I'm having problems with Hulu playback, getting a 5003 error but a reboot solved the problem.

QUOTE(Cheeky @ Nov 6 2015, 10:25 AM)
7. I suspect that you can manually enter DNS too although I have not done it yet.

8. There is a free PLEX app although I don't use PLEX.

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Yes, I entered a DNS manually so it works.

Am using Plex, not sure how good NAS is but storing my movie collection on Plex is excellent.

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post Nov 6 2015, 04:06 PM

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QUOTE(ASAP @ Nov 6 2015, 02:45 PM)
Hi all, may I know the new Apple TV already out in Malaysia Apple Store? Is it easily available to buy at the store now? Thx
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Yes, can order online from Apple Store Malaysia, not sure about stores/outlets.
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post Nov 7 2015, 04:51 PM

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Anyone knows a good app to watch live TV on atv4?
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post Nov 30 2015, 10:20 PM

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QUOTE(lieck @ Nov 29 2015, 06:11 PM)
hi bro.. need advice between 32gb and 64gb.. which one is worth to buy? 32gb is it enough to watch movie, youtube and play some games?
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I got 32GB so far no problems...
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post Jan 15 2016, 09:07 PM

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QUOTE(aceedburn @ Jan 15 2016, 04:22 PM)
Yes, if they actually start enforcing it, then we're all screwed.
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Didn't you guys know.. Netflix has already launched in Malaysia?
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post Jan 19 2016, 02:37 PM

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QUOTE(aceedburn @ Jan 16 2016, 09:59 AM)
of course, but the content sucks. US Netflix is still the way to go.
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Din't know that. What are the main differences?

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post Mar 4 2016, 06:44 PM

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QUOTE(ChiaW3n @ Mar 1 2016, 04:02 PM)
Dear all, i would like to mirror my ipad to my TV, just wondering it is okay to proceed with Apple TV, or you have any other better alternatives in your head?
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Hi, the best device for mirroring apple ipad/iphones is the apple tv.

So far from my experience, the rest either doesn't work well or does not work at all...
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post Mar 30 2016, 11:26 AM

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Hello All,

Anyone bought the TV-Box app for 2.99 USD? Does it work well having national geographic, discovery and all channels?

Thanks.

 

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