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Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player

Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player

Item: 958076    Model: NTV300SL-100NAS

Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player
3.0stars
( 11 reviews)
  • Turn your TV into a Smart TV - Now your TV can be Internet enabled to access a huge selection of online streaming channels without a computer
  • Instantly watch thousands of movies and listen to music - Enjoy thousands of streaming movies and TV shows from Netflix, Hulu Plus, VUDU, and more. Easily browse YouTube clips or listen to Pandora on your TV
  • Built-in WiFi from the leader in home networking - Easy to connect high-speed WiFi delivers the best 1080p HD streaming performance with the reliability you can trust
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Turn your TV into a Smart TV - Now your TV can be Internet enabled to access a huge selection of online streaming channels without a computerInstantly watch thousands of movies and listen to music - Enjoy thousands of streaming movies and TV shows from Netflix, Hulu Plus, VUDU, and more. Easily browse YouTube clips or listen to Pandora on your TVBuilt-in WiFi from the leader in home networking - Easy to connect high-speed WiFi delivers the best 1080p HD streaming performance with the reliability you can trustEachTurn your TV into a Smart TV - Now your TV can be Internet enabled to access a huge selection of online streaming channels without a computerInstantly watch thousands of movies and listen to music - Enjoy thousands of streaming movies and TV shows from Netflix, Hulu Plus, VUDU, and more. Easily browse YouTube clips or listen to Pandora on your TVBuilt-in WiFi from the leader in home networking - Easy to connect high-speed WiFi delivers the best 1080p HD streaming performance with the reliability you can trustNetgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Playerhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565477_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565091_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565477_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565091_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565477http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565091http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565090_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565090_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0565090/Netgear-NeoTV-MAX-Streaming-Player/product_958076Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player3.011
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

by PowerReviews
Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player
 
3.2

(based on 11 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (2)

64%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to set up (4)
  • Easy to use (4)

Cons

  • Unreliable (3)

Best Uses

  • Everyday use (3)
  • Home (3)
  • Home network (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual user (3), Midrange shopper (3)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (6)
    • Computer Platform:
    • PC (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (7)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

Love it! Worth the upgrade

This is my second Neo TV unit, and this one is definitely an improvement over the basic model. The main reason I upgraded was for the larger remote with a fully querty keyboard (which...Read complete review

This is my second Neo TV unit, and this one is definitely an improvement over the basic model. The main reason I upgraded was for the larger remote with a fully querty keyboard (which is awesome!) but there were 2 other features on this model which also surprised me: there is a USB port, so you can plug in a USB stick and watch home movies or other content taken off a PC. Also, there is a smartphone app that lets you use your phone/tablet as a remote control (over wi-fi so does not need line-of-site to the box), this is a very nice feature.
Both units are great, I use them to watch Netflix, YouTube, etc. listen to music over Rhapsody. It even supports Netflix in Canada, which Roku did not.
Simple to set up & it just works. Would definitely recommend.

VS

Most Helpful Negative Review

 

Non-Functional - Netgear Support Bad

I definately like the device, in theory, and will suggest similar type devices to friends/family... however, I can't suggest the exact device to anyone until I find out if the hardware ...Read complete review

I definately like the device, in theory, and will suggest similar type devices to friends/family... however, I can't suggest the exact device to anyone until I find out if the hardware issue I experienced (see below) is common... and anytime I talk about Netgear in the future, I will speak about my experience with their support team (see below).

Staples.com showed that the devices were in stock at my local store, they were not. I had to go to a more distant store.

Connected the NeoTV Max to my TV via HDMI and the TV recognized it was connected to a device and displayed the name NeoTV in the EDID, but no other signs of life. I tried multiple HDMI cables and still nothing. I checked the cables and TV with other HDMI output devices and the other devices/cables worked fine.

I eventually tried the RCA type cable that comes with the NeoTV Max and that worked.

Setting up WiFi connection isn't difficult, but using the remote comfortably takes a little getting used to and the fact that you have to hit the ALT key or CAPS key every time you want to use a number or capitol letter is a bit annoying, would be easier if there was a function lock or caps lock key. I think it would be easier to just use the app on your phone and the phone keyboard... but without WiFi connected you would have to connect via wire for that to work first.

Even though we were using the RCA connection, the entire family did immediately fall in love with the channel selection and general function.

NetGear Support:
I checked the Netgear support forum to see is the HDMI issue is common... no specific area for the NeoTV Max, but plenty of areas for other devices.

I tried to start a live chat session, but the site said everyone was busy and suggested I email support.

I tried to email support, but I had not registered the device yet. The site initiated product registration for me. Twice I entered all relevant information as requested and twice the registration failed.

I manually went to the product registration area and it worked first try.

I went back to try and email support and noticed that unexpectedly, a support person had tried to chat with me while I was registering.

Twice I entered the requested information to start a support ticket, and twice it failed.

I tried to start chat sessions again, and was told that everyone was busy and to email. But this time I just waited on that page even though it didn't even hint at the fact a chat session could start up at a later time... eventually, a rep started to chat with me.

As soon as I mentioned that the page didn't tell people to wait for a rep, they disconnected. They disconnected AFTER I had already posted a few sentences.

I started a chat session again, ignored that everyone was busy and waited with that page open... this time I was able to talk to a rep.

I explained the situation to the rep and they ended up telling me to take the device back to where I bought it from and to have the store try the next device before I left with it.

I called my local stores and I must have bought the only one, because they are out of stock.

Reviewed by 11 customers

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5.0

Love it! Worth the upgrade

By Jeff

from Detroit, MI

About Me Casual User

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Fast Setup
  • Usb Port

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home

    Comments about Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player:

    This is my second Neo TV unit, and this one is definitely an improvement over the basic model. The main reason I upgraded was for the larger remote with a fully querty keyboard (which is awesome!) but there were 2 other features on this model which also surprised me: there is a USB port, so you can plug in a USB stick and watch home movies or other content taken off a PC. Also, there is a smartphone app that lets you use your phone/tablet as a remote control (over wi-fi so does not need line-of-site to the box), this is a very nice feature.
    Both units are great, I use them to watch Netflix, YouTube, etc. listen to music over Rhapsody. It even supports Netflix in Canada, which Roku did not.
    Simple to set up & it just works. Would definitely recommend.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    1.0

    Very disappointing performance

    By Jack

    from San Diego, CA

    About Me Casual User

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Fast Setup

    Cons

    • Poor Design
    • Slow Buffering

    Best Uses

      Comments about Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player:

      Requires frequent pauses to buffer content from a high speed wireless network.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      1.0

      Save Your Money, I beg you!

      By Rojelio De Gallo Negro

      from N.Hollywood

      About Me Casual User

      This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

      Pros

      • cheap

      Cons

      • Glitchy
      • Slow
      • Unreliable

      Best Uses

      • Home

      Comments about Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player:

      The first one was super glitchy. It would freeze up at least twice every 10 minutes. The second one would not turn on at all. I took it back and got an Apple TV MD199, it's $30 more but 100x better!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      4.0

      Turn your regular HD TV into a smart TV

      By NelsonVE

      from Winchendon, MA

      About Me Power User

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Attractive Design
      • Improved Audio/Video

      Cons

      • The Remote Is Not So Good

      Best Uses

      • Home
      • Movies
      • Office

      Comments about Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player:

      Want to turn you good or very good HD TV into a smart HD TV this will do it for you. The selections are very good and you can do more with this device then with what some TV manufacturers provide in their "Smart" TV and you pay less.
      The device has both Wireless and Ethernet ports, the only down side is the remote, while it looks promising it falls short of being useable. Fortunately you connect a regular keyboard to the USB port and enter your selections that way.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      4.0

      NeoTV Max Works Nicely

      By Dr. Marv

      from Leawood, KS

      About Me High bandwidth user

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to Use
      • Reliable connection
      • Secure Connection
      • WORKS WELL

      Cons

      • Reset On Power Up

      Best Uses

      • Computer Display Output

      Comments about Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player:

      I purchased the NeoTV Max for the computer display function and it works very well. It does require reselecting the desired function setting each time it is powered up. It would be a nice feature if the previous setting was retained during power down and restart. The NeoTV Max is easy to use for most anyone. Connection and setup of the unit is straight forward for those with a little computert and network experience, however might be challenging for many users without any technical experience. Documentation could be a little better.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Computer Platform:
      • PC

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      • Q:

        does it have amazon prime app or downloadable?
        Asked on 3/7/2013 by nick

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          A:

          The Netgear NeoTV Max streaming player is currently not compatible with the Amazon prime app or video streaming app. However, the NeoTV Max has thousands of movies available by Netflix, Hulu Plus, VUDU, and more.

          Answered on 3/12/2013 by Kayla T. from Staples
      • Q:

        is this compatible with my sony wega sdtv?
        Asked on 2/18/2013 by chuck from milltown,nj

        1 answer

        • A:

          Yes the Netgear NeoTV MAX Streaming Player is compatible with your Sony Wega SDTV.

          Answered on 2/18/2013 by Community Answer from None
      • Q:

        Im interested in purchasing this prodect. It reads "Requires a system with Intel WiDi for wireless display functionality" what does that mean? Do we need a cable box to watch TV with this product?
        Asked on 12/20/2012 by Anonymous

        1 answer

        • A:

          It just requires a system with Intel WiDi to use that feature. You do not need a cable box as long as you have WiFi available for it to stream from.

          Answered on 12/20/2012 by Community Answer from None
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