Ouya did not need anything to "kill" it, it was pretty much DOA.
Anyway this does look interesting, don't know who the target audience is though
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Amazon FireTV Announced and Released [$99 box, $40 controller, game capable STB]
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Ouya did not need anything to "kill" it, it was pretty much DOA.
Anyway this does look interesting, don't know who the target audience is though
But they are 3x to 5x the price. If you don't care about graphical shooty games why pay all that money?
Also I'm kinda glad it doesn't have an HDMI cable, just like most things I wish didn't have micro-USB cables. It's super standard, I'm drowning in them.
Controller reminds me a lot of the OnLive one.
Interested to see how Apple react to this in terms of the Apple TV refresh. I mean we are well overdue expecting them to activate the App store on that thing. Is there any clue or indication as to when they might reveal that?
Surprised to see them take so many pot shots at Microsoft and the Xbox One though. Someone said it in the conference thread but Microsoft's slightly misguided and misjudged emphasis on TV for a $499 box, rather than being a games console, is really leaving them open and exposed. Amazon are standing strong and going for them with that and I think Apple (amongst others) will join them.
Interested to see how Apple react to this in terms of the Apple TV refresh. I mean we are well overdue expecting them to activate the App store on that thing. Is there any clue or indication as to when they might reveal that?
Surprised to see them take so many pot shots at Microsoft and the Xbox One though. Someone said it in the conference thread but Microsoft's slightly misguided and misjudged emphasis on TV for a $499 box, rather than being a games console, is really leaving them open and exposed. Amazon are standing strong and going for them with that and I think Apple (amongst others) will join them.
tensuke
Member
Alright, after thinking it over, I've reconciled with my purchase decision. I firmly believe that this will become better than the Ouya because of Amazon's help. The controller support may be lacking since it doesn't come standard with the device, and that may impact game support overall, but I think it will be a worthwhile investment and I'm excited to see what Amazon brings to the table. All those jabs at MS (Gold paywall, voice search that works) have to mean something, right? Bring on the games, Amazon!
yes it does support Netflix
QuantumZebra
Member
So, essentially, a more powerful, far less customizable Ouya? And missing Google Play presumably (I want my android games/emus!)?
Vanillalite
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Serious question
If you own an iOS or Android device why wouldn't you buy a device that actually integrates with the devices you already own?
If you own an iOS or Android device why wouldn't you buy a device that actually integrates with the devices you already own?
The 2nd half of my first sentence makes that claim. Full Minecraft only makes a difference if there are people out there whose only experience is the mobile version.
Diprosalic
Banned
if i can hack it and put linux on it, i might buy it as a server/multi media pc.
styl3s
Member
They should of put the controller in with the set for $100.
It's $140 + tax (if you live in a amazon tax state) if you want the "complete" package which that would be the only reason to get it IMO. Streaming wise i have like 16 devices that can stream all of this stuff and 4 of them are constantly hooked up to my TV. I mean, they don't even offer the full google play store which sucks if you want android games because have you seen the android game selection that Amazon has to offer? Yeah, it's gotten better since the first kindle fire released but it's still a pretty awful selection.
I would of impulse bought this if it came with the controller for $100. $150 is too much, i can go buy a PS3 for $150 and have a vast library of better games and stream most of this inducing HBO GO which this doesn't have. It's a nice first attempt and i am sure it will sell just like those kindle fires sell but like a lot of tech savvy people i don't really need a another set top box.
It's $140 + tax (if you live in a amazon tax state) if you want the "complete" package which that would be the only reason to get it IMO. Streaming wise i have like 16 devices that can stream all of this stuff and 4 of them are constantly hooked up to my TV. I mean, they don't even offer the full google play store which sucks if you want android games because have you seen the android game selection that Amazon has to offer? Yeah, it's gotten better since the first kindle fire released but it's still a pretty awful selection.
I would of impulse bought this if it came with the controller for $100. $150 is too much, i can go buy a PS3 for $150 and have a vast library of better games and stream most of this inducing HBO GO which this doesn't have. It's a nice first attempt and i am sure it will sell just like those kindle fires sell but like a lot of tech savvy people i don't really need a another set top box.
I would be fucking flabbergasted if Amazon allowed the google play store on it.
Weapon of War
Member
It's very interesting that amazon mentions their product does not have HBO GO while acknowledging the other devices do. I wonder why that was included in that comparison chart.
As for the device, this sounds like what I thought the Apple TV would have been by now. I'm liking this.
As for the device, this sounds like what I thought the Apple TV would have been by now. I'm liking this.
Mauricio_Magus
Banned
This just reminds me that I want the VitaTV already, gdi Sony.
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Was holding off on the announcement before picking up a Roku 3 to replace a Chromecast I am having an issue with.
If I was in the US it would still be interesting, but as a Canadian definitely not worth for me with the hassle it would take to procure one.
Interesting to see what kind of push this will give Android gaming
The Nexus 5 has newer parts (Adreno 330 vs Adreno 320 and a Krait 400 vs a Krait 300).
snoopeasystreet
Member
Anyone know if this is launching in the UK today?
FinalStageBoss
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Is this what they were hyping? No thanks.
And a 40 $ controller? Double no thanks.
And a 40 $ controller? Double no thanks.
CambriaRising
Member
Its more like $1.34.
I'd guess the UK may be a fair few months away. They would have to tailor services to match UK services. Not sure how easy that would be
Sounds like both. FireTV games expect a controller whereas the phone game compatibility function will be handled through a tablet/phone app coming later.
...It runs games natively, they're just mobile games.
Because Google hasn't released their box yet and Apple TV isn't as good as this Amazon box yet. I'm sure that later this year both Google and Apple will have stronger competition for Amazon. Anyway, people will have a lot of choice in this market segment, which is fine.
Shining Sunshine
Banned
No one will ever play like that. That hand is wishing both analog sticks were at the bottom.
So, I bit weaker than the Shield, pending on clock speeds. Kinda disappointed by this.
Dr.Schlomo
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I don't really see the point of this. I mean, most people either have streaming through their tv, other hardware, or a games console. As far as gaming goes, most people that don't already have a last/current gen games console probably won't want to buy this just for the games. So...who is this targeted for?
Ouch. My initial prediction of a hardware revision every two years might be off then. We might get our first revision in a year.
What about my nexus 4 or 7?
outunderthestars
Banned
No VUDU no sale. 
Yes. it is basically and Apple Tv or Roku with games and deeper integration into the Amazon ecosystem.
Yes. it is basically and Apple Tv or Roku with games and deeper integration into the Amazon ecosystem.
Canis lupus
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Weak last gen S4 Pro cpu, it's not going to like my 1080p rips.
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I'm looking forward to playing Halo, Gears and Uncharted on this thing.
Thanks Gameloft.
Thanks Gameloft.
Apophis2036
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How powerful is the GPU ?, at first glance it looks like it could be more powerful than WiiU lol...
KojiKnight
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Amazon's store runs on Android and a lot of people get their software from it (they have a lot more sales and they have free versions of paid apps that rotate regularly). Not to mention a lot of people already have kindle fires. It's not unbelievable that a lot of people with android devices will still fit into Amazon's ecosystem.
That said, I'll wait till they hack google's store onto it.
This is a dumb statement and you should feel very bad about it. The Adreno 320 used in this box is a typical cell phone graphics chip. On par with my year old phone.
OnLive had a lot of multi-platform games that were on the 360/PS3, I don't see this matching that.
Who is this for?
If you have a dedicated console, the multimedia component doesn't seem that appealing.
If you have a mobile phone, you've got the games on that already, and if Ouya is any indication, people don't really want to play those mobile games on large screens.
If you're someone who doesn't game at all, and wants a set top box, Chromecast is cheaper, and less invasive, and almost all TVs going forward have apps built-in at this point.
If you have a dedicated console, the multimedia component doesn't seem that appealing.
If you have a mobile phone, you've got the games on that already, and if Ouya is any indication, people don't really want to play those mobile games on large screens.
If you're someone who doesn't game at all, and wants a set top box, Chromecast is cheaper, and less invasive, and almost all TVs going forward have apps built-in at this point.
Apps in most tvs are slow and terrible. So for those people.