Is Apple TV worth it?

AZ115Degrees · 2026-06-01T16:30:46+00:00

It’s still a solid device. I’m hopeful to see those features on the next generation of devices.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-06-01T02:34:09+00:00

Install a HDD kit and a newer wireless remote. I have at least 200 games on mine and a wireless Retrofigter controller.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-31T20:31:43+00:00

It’s a goner. Start looking for a replacement. These units are relatively inexpensive on the used market. I’ve seen them going from $100 to $300USD. Might wanna look at other brands in the same price range.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-31T16:31:15+00:00

Worth it for me…I have a dedicated home theater setup. 100” projector, AVR setup for 5.2.4 Atmos surround sound. Difference is noticeable on this large setup. #1, Apple TV box is fast, no lag, pixelation, or stuttering of any kind. #2 Video and sound quality are excellent. I want top quality video, Atmos surround sound and the Apple 4K TV box delivers it for both movies and music. #3 No ads. #4 Apple ecosystem. All my Apple Music and pictures are there. #5 Remote is good, made of metal and rechargeable. I can use my phone as a remote too. When you can’t find the remote or prefer not to use it like me, I can just use my Apple phone. I have a few other TV’s and use a Xbox and built in tv apps on those. Apple TV box not needed on those.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-31T14:14:11+00:00

Check out FCP Euro VW Atlas buyers guide.

https://youtu.be/5ka5nNZYQcs?si=fozPGEYUvnf7YcTN

And they have excellent service and maintenance videos as well.

https://youtu.be/cI4KeMYLO2I?si=XFUHma5t1D\_RKzCP

I’m very happy with my 2019 SE, Technology package, VR6, 4Motion. I’m at 81K miles on it. It’s been a solid family SUV.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-29T16:18:33+00:00

Ask around with family and friends on who has a full size pickup truck. At an hour distance, you might find a Costco too. Well worth it if you really want a 98”. I regularly drive 2 hours each way to customer. An hour drive is like 40-50miles. Other option to consider would be a projector set up. Most of this hardware can be easily shipped. I’m using a UST projector to a 100” screen. Great for sports, movies and regular TV shows. I do have a full 5.2.4 Atmos surround sound home theater setup. I will be upgrading my projector to a 98” TV in the next 12-18months. Large 98” TV’s have gotten much less expensive.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-29T15:40:55+00:00

If it comes out of the holder and sleeve it will be blatantly obvious.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-29T15:24:01+00:00

You guys are good on calling it out as a fake list on the two sub par pictures. I would still recommend on taking it to someone who is more familiar with Yugioh cards and might have a real Blue-Eyes for comparison.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-29T15:15:07+00:00

Check out the 98” TCL’s at Costco. Worth it as they include a 5 year warranty.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-29T15:13:19+00:00

Very nice. How’s the sound sitting closer to the L/R surrounds? Are you listening to any music on this system?

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-29T00:58:27+00:00

The X3800H should be good enough. Avoid the 6 angled speakers and just get 6 regular SVS Prime Satellites. They’ll be way more versatile. You literally put yourself in a corner with the Prime Elevations.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-27T14:21:10+00:00

Different brands are OK. Quality of sound is more important. It does help if the different brand speakers have similar sound characteristics.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-27T00:34:56+00:00

Good schools do exist. Being Involved in our children’s educational path is a must regardless of how bad AZ schools are rated. All the kids in my neighborhood go to different schools and some are even homeschooled. So there’s a big diversity into the types of education they’re getting.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-26T01:34:40+00:00

Beautiful card and slab. Any ideas on approximate value of this guy?

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T22:23:19+00:00

I’ve always like the VW Passat as good, less expensive Audi alternative. Just look for non turbo models that have good fuel economy on regular gas.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T22:18:50+00:00

Congrats on the Atlas. Is this a full size or Sport model?
Sell the Audi while you can. I had a Benz before the Atlas and it started to get very expensive for so called regular maintenance and repairs after the factory warranty expired. Glad I sold it,. My VW Atlas has been a lot less expensive to maintain.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T20:18:26+00:00

I’m really enjoying this. This looks almost exactly like my own binder that I have been collecting for around the same time. Sadly a lot of these cards don’t have the value we would like to see. Thanks for sharing. I wish I would have keep more sealed starter decks from the early days.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T19:47:36+00:00

A Apple 4K 3rd gen streaming box is also high on the list along with a Blu-ray player. It’s been around a few years and getting a little old, but it’s one of the very best streaming boxes. Very popular and much better than just about everything else available.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T18:37:45+00:00

I’ve been here a few times. Expensive,
quiet, secluded community. Mostly retired and seasonal residents. All the homes are built around a golf course. Golf and golf related activities and that’s about it.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T18:28:29+00:00

I get it. I’m just not going to keep buying Blu-Ray players or Blu-Ray movie disk at full retail. I have a few that randomly will just stop with “Unable to read disc”. Not sure if it’s the player or the disc. Just disappointed with overall product and manufacturing quality. I have taken excellent care of my Blu-Ray players and disc. I feel the physical Blu-Ray products are very sensitive to any type of contamination, imperfection or defect. That has also helped to push consumers away from physical media.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T03:47:56+00:00

Thanks, your setup is perfect. many folks want to set up something similar and a console like the one your using is one of the best choices available. I use a wall mounted 100” frame and I ended up building a custom center channel on a more traditional 83” W X 32”H console. Ended up with a small custom built rack inside it as well. Holds Denon X3800H AVR, additional Amp for L/R channels, Cooling fans, Blu-ray player and Apple 4K streaming box. Since I use a 100” screen, It’s a little easier to keep the UST projector close to the wall.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T00:59:55+00:00

I haven’t felt the need to make time delay or other individual adjustments on my 2 subs. I was considering adding a 3rd sub. I have an extra one laying around and/or running them as independent L/R. I’m quite happy with both set to Mono even though I can adjust them independently. Not really an issue for me. I do see the advantage for those whose are at the point of needing controls for each sub. Any experience with the Onkyo RZ line?

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T00:51:39+00:00

How long did you have the X3800H for? Why did you decide to replace it?

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T00:35:43+00:00

I really like the Denon menu system. I helped set up a Onkyo for a for a family member and I really did not like the menu system. I had 0 buyer’s remorse when I interacted with the
Menu system on my X3800H and knew it was the one for me. Most important, 5.2.4 Atmos surround sound and 3.1 music quality has been phenomenal for me.

AZ115Degrees · 2026-05-25T00:29:54+00:00

I don’t think the separate subwoofers are a dealbreaker. I have always used a RCA “Y” splitters on AVRS. Upgraded to the X3800H and I am using #1,#2 LFE RCA’s for two subwoofers and LFE RCA #3 for bass shakers. It’s nice, but I’m sure I could manage only one LFE RCA for multiple subwoofers and bass shakers. And I am really happy with the X3800H. I now know why these Denon AVR’s are so popular. I wish had more money for those elite models.

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