Playstation Vue

[AmesHawk]

This worries me some as the best I've ever gotten through my Mediacom connection is about 22mbps down. I'll be using a Ps4 and Rokus, though.

We just have the basic 15 mbps download, usually get around 17-20. Never had a problem streaming anything over Vue (or Sling) with our speeds when they were at that level. Sometimes ESPN may buffer on those apps (heard it was a problem outside of customer download speed) so I just watch on the ESPN app, which has always worked well.

Before I upgraded my wireless router, I always thought all the lag was due to my speeds, but ended up just being my outdated router. Biggest problem we have with the 15 mbps plan is the data cap.

 

[1100011CS]

Sorry, I'm not a tech dork and care about the lingo. It's not on wifi, is that better???

I wasn't questioning you or your setup. I was questioning the statement that a Fire TV stick would work better on 5ghz wifi than a PS4 hardwired (i.e. - ethernet connection).

 

[stateofmind]

Really? Where in Ankeny? On NW 26th I typically pull over our allotted (granted, its only 15-20), and pretty sure I talked to a neighbor who said he is right around his 100 download mark. Someone I talked to in central part of town was hitting their 100 number. Seems like you're getting screwed, I'd call them.

NE 45th. The problem is that it's always clicking when I think of calling them. Right now I tested and got 71.5 down and 19 up. I would never complain about that. I had them out a few times early on and they replaced coax. I've tried a couple different modem/routers. Too hard to get it right.

 

[k123]

I'm doing a free trial of Vue this month. So far, I strongly dislike the guide. I'm using it on Roku so I'm not sure if apps for Fire or Apple are better. I wanted to record ISU-KSU game last night and the guide only could go like four hours in advance. Am I doing something wrong?

Edit: I just read that Hulu has a live TV service coming out soon. It is currently in beta.

I use Vue on FireTV (the box), and the guide works very well - the layout, the remote, etc. I tried it on my in-laws' Roku box and either I was doing something wrong or it was way less user friendly. I also had trouble with the "My shows" DVR on the Roku, while on the FireTV it is really easy. Maybe there are some extra menus on the Roku version...

 

[ruxCYtable]

I use Vue on FireTV (the box), and the guide works very well - the layout, the remote, etc. I tried it on my in-laws' Roku box and either I was doing something wrong or it was way less user friendly. I also had trouble with the "My shows" DVR on the Roku, while on the FireTV it is really easy. Maybe there are some extra menus on the Roku version...

I've only ever had Roku but I've read some of their apps are really stripped down compared to ATV and Fire TV. They recently improved the Amazon Video app and supposedly are working on others as well. The Spotify app is an absolute joke, you can't even access your library. Other than Spotify and Vue, though, I'm pretty happy with Roku.

 

[AgronAlum]

Just purchased the Fire TV box last night. Out of stock until the 27th but hopeful it works a little better than the PS3. Excited I'll be able to access TV, Netflix and Amazon Prime TV/music from the same box.

If all goes well the 3 fire sticks will be next.

 

[ripvdub]

I wasn't questioning you or your setup. I was questioning the statement that a Fire TV stick would work better on 5ghz wifi than a PS4 hardwired (i.e. - ethernet connection).

I'm sorry. The fire stick is garbage, but the fire tv is much better. My PS4 in the man cave hasn't the best results since it's not on wifi.

 

[ripvdub]

Just purchased the Fire TV box last night. Out of stock until the 27th but hopeful it works a little better than the PS3. Excited I'll be able to access TV, Netflix and Amazon Prime TV/music from the same box.

If all goes well the 3 fire sticks will be next.

Try to avoid the fire sticks, they work fine watching a program, but starting up using the remote has a lot of lag.
If you use the tv frequently, spend a lil extra and get the fire tv box. I would want to pull my hair out every time I turned it on. It's fine for a guest room.
If you really want a stick I'll sell you my used one for a decent price.

 

[1100011CS]

I'm sorry. The fire stick is garbage, but the fire tv is much better. My PS4 in the man cave hasn't the best results since it's not on wifi.

Di you mean 'has'?

 

[isugcs]

Great thread.

Called Directv yesterday to downsize to one tv from three. Saved $40 a month. Still $105 per month... for one tv! Directv is hurting, you can just tell. It's like walking into a kmart in 2006. Directv won't exist in 5 years. I'll keep directv for about 2 more months just in case, i guess i'm sentimental after being a customer for 11 years. If you think about it I've spent a grand total of over $15,000 with them in that time! Crazy.

Started trying out PSVue with Roku Stick two months ago. Is it perfect? No. But the value is undeniable. As others have mentioned, DVR is great just remember to add shows to "My Shows". Get most all my sports. HD. What else do you want? More importantly what else do you need?

Internet access has kept me from switching sooner. I live in rural NE Polk county. Until recently the best available internet service was dial up (which is a crime, imo). Hooked up with Rise Broadband (fixed wireless, think long range WiFi) recently. I bought a 20mps plan, usually get >15mps, which is plenty fine for streaming HD programming. At $55 per month with 24 month contract, i can't complain given i little alternative. My hope is they will continually get better. People say rain/weather causes speed degradation, but i haven't experienced that . What crazy is my Verizon speed here is >100mps, but you think they'd ever make that affordable? Nope. Greedy SOB's. They're getting what they deserve with the heated competition coming form AT&T, TMobile, Sprint and others.

All in all i'm happy. Lots of good info in this thread.

 

[hawkfan]

I've had Vue for like a week and it's worked fine. Have Mediacom internet.

Mediacom rep called me today and offered me 100 down Internet + TV for $85 a month. That seems too good to be true. Said no contract required either.

I'm happy with Vue, but Vue plus my internet is $105, I'm all for knocking that down to $85.

 

[KnappShack]

Cut the cord today.

Went with Vue, but getting a rough picture on one of my TVs.

Am I missing anything or is a slight less def pic typical?

 

[cycloneworld]

Cut the cord today.

Went with Vue, but getting a rough picture on one of my TVs.

Am I missing anything or is a slight less def pic typical?

I recently bought a new 65" 4K TV for our basement and I'm having similar issues. The picture quality thru Vue is somewhere between HD and standard def. OTA looks great. Only thing I can think of is that our router is upstairs and I'm not getting a strong enough signal downstairs?? Because my 55" main TV upstairs has a crystal clear HD picture.

Other than that, I've been 100% content with Vue. There are quirks for sure but those are well worth the $100/mo in savings we are getting.

 

[ripvdub]

Cut the cord today.

Went with Vue, but getting a rough picture on one of my TVs.

Am I missing anything or is a slight less def pic typical?

I usually get great quality. What are you watching it with? Hulu AMazon PS4?

 

[wxman1]

I've had Vue for like a week and it's worked fine. Have Mediacom internet.

Mediacom rep called me today and offered me 100 down Internet + TV for $85 a month. That seems too good to be true. Said no contract required either.

I'm happy with Vue, but Vue plus my internet is $105, I'm all for knocking that down to $85.

That would be tempting for me too. We are paying $30 for Sling and $45 for Mediacom 100mb. Add in no contract and you have my ear depending on the TV Package.

 

[KnappShack]

I usually get great quality. What are you watching it with? Hulu AMazon PS4?

Roku. It looks much better in my bedroom, but that is a smaller set.

Agree with above that it almost looks SD, but I'm saving a ton now

 

[AgronAlum]

Roku. It looks much better in my bedroom, but that is a smaller set.

Agree with above that it almost looks SD, but I'm saving a ton now

I've got a 55 in my living room and it has always run in HD quality unless my internet is acting up. It looks the same as the 42 in my bedroom. I've never tried it on anything bigger.

 

[1UNI2ISU]

I'm thinking its an internet thing.

I run it on a 58" and never have any picture issues unless my internet is wonky.

 

[cydline2cydline]

Roku. It looks much better in my bedroom, but that is a smaller set.

Agree with above that it almost looks SD, but I'm saving a ton now

I cut the cord almost a year ago. I had quality issues at first because my wireless router was too far away and signal wasn't strong enough.

I used a PowerLine adapter and installed another router (repeater) on the other side of my house. Quality is much better on the TV and now I can get WiFi in my backyard as well.

 

[cycloneworld]

I cut the cord almost a year ago. I had quality issues at first because my wireless router was too far away and signal wasn't strong enough.

I used a PowerLine adapter and installed another router (repeater) on the other side of my house. Quality is much better on the TV and now I can get WiFi in my backyard as well.

I'm guessing this is my issue too. We just moved into our house a few months ago and the only internet jack is upstairs. I assume I can buy a signal booster or something and put it downstairs. Will I need a certain brand like I do for my route or will any off the shelf booster work?