Chrome OS & Other OS Streaming

Joe Parla

New Technology SIG

Grand Computers Club

February 21, 2019

Talking Points

• Devices & platforms

• Streaming apps & web sites

• Other useful sites

• Discussion

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Internet Speed RecommendationVideo Quality vs. Internet Speed

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Popular Streaming

Options

Devices & Platforms

• AirTV Player 4K - $99

• Amazon Fire TV 4K HDR – $70

• Apple TV 4K HDR –$179/$199

• Google Chromecast Ultra 4K HDR – $69

• Roku Ultra 4K HDR – $99

• TiVo Bolt DVR 4K HDR -$199/$299/$499

Popular Streaming

Options

Devices & Platforms

• Nvidia Shield - $160-$182

• Android TV - $82

• Chromebook - $280

• Windows 10 - $350-$2500

• OS X/MacBook - $800-$2500

Popular Streaming

Options

Streaming Apps & Web Sites

DirecTV Now 125+ channels $40-75/mo.

HULU Live TV 55+ channels $40-65/mo.

Philo 56 channels $20/mo.

PlayStation Vue 85+ channels $45-80/mo.

Sling TV 48 channels $25-40/mo.

YouTube TV 60 channels $40/mo.

Popular Streaming

Options

Streaming Apps & Web Sites

• Amazon Prime Instant Video -$119/yr.

• HBO Go or Now – Existing subscription or $14.99/mo.

• Hulu - $5.99 1st

yr./$7.99/$11.99/mo.

• Netflix - $7.99/$10.99/$13.99/mo.

• Showtime – Existing subscription or $10.99/mo. and up

• YouTube – free; $9.99/mo. for “Red”

Useful Sites

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Best streaming devices

Where to get 4K Content

Guide to streaming video

Help to find the best streaming service

Compare 6 streaming subscriptions

Streaming box/App comparison

Streaming channel lineups compared

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Useful Sites

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When to Cut the Cord With Cable

12 Best Streaming Devices to Buy in 2019

Battle for the Best Live TV Streaming Services

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Next Meeting

Thursday March 21, 20193:30 – 5:00 pm

Computer Club ClassroomChaparral Center

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Questions???

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