TV and Blu Ray player question..........

[mrmpa]

I have just bought a new TV (smart TV) so I can access Netflix, hulu, etc. via wi fi. I am in the process of figuring out what blue ray player to buy. Should the blue ray also be wi fi capable or is that just a redundancy?

[jeff47]

1. Most likely, it would be redundant

There might be some difference in what the two devices can do over WiFi from your own files.

But if they're both just for playing Netflix, Hulu and similar services then it would be redundant.

[NV Whino]

2. Redundant

But, as I understand it, having read reviews, the smart TVs don't have much memory. So if you want to stream, you might be better off running it through the blu-ray or DVD, or Roku, or Apple TV.

[mrmpa]

5. I won't be streaming....

so that's one less reason to buy wifi blue ray. Thank you

[onehandle]

3. Only if the player provides a service that your TV does not, that you desire. nt

[ksoze]

4. WiFi does make updates easier

Players these days have the ability to update their firmware to correct issues or sometimes add features. WiFi makes it easier to accomplish this, but that value is not worth much if you also do not need the other services it provides.

[olddots]

6. You will have more hook up options IF you need them .

They make things redundant to confuse people into spending more .

[Honeycombe8]

7. As long as you're getting a Blu Ray, why not get it w/wifi?

For when the features on the tv don't work properly anymore? Or in case it's faster or has a stronger signal? Unless it's a lot more expensive to get the player w/wifi.

Just wondering, though...if you won't be streaming (isn't that what Netflix & hulu are all about?), why get a smart tv? Did you mean you won't be streaming thru the blue ray?

[OriginalGeek]

8. That's the same question I had

streaming is what a SmartTV is for. It connects to the home network (either by wifi or an ethernet cable) and streams from your Netflix or Hulu (or other things) account.

I could also stream netflix through my PS3 or my Xbox but it is much easier from the TV.

He could be using the Netflix mail-order disc service but then he wouldn't even need a smartTV. Just a hi-def tv and a good Blu-Ray player.

although it's been a while since I've been shopping - you may not even be able to get a hi-def TV that isn't smart lol.

[Honeycombe8]

10. All tvs are HD, now. I'm shopping for a new tv. Yes, some are dumb, which is what I want.

I don't stream, don't have HD, don't have a blu ray. I just want a plain ol' tv. Less to go wrong with it. Then if I want to stream later, I'll get a Roku or something.

Why is streaming thru the blu ray more hassle than thru the tv?

[OriginalGeek]

12. for me it's one more device

and one more remote to deal with. My TV remote is right here and I can just hit the button and go straight to netflix on the TV.

[mrmpa]

11. I was thinking of different..........

definition of streaming. was thinking of streaming of photos, videos from my computer, when I replied. That's why I post, so I can figure out what the hell I'm doing.

[OriginalGeek]

13. That's a plenty good reason

and the good news is even if you don't want to do that now, if you change your mind you should be able to do it with ease. When my computers are on they become a choice on my TV when I go to pick a source.

[CBGLuthier]

9. Blu Ray players like to be updated

So an internet connection would be helpful.

Otherwise you MAY find some newer Blu Rays will not play in your player.

[Evoman]

14. Easier to update them if they are wifi capable. You could also get a PS3....

[mrmpa]

15. i have a Wii.....eom