I didn't think the source could make that big of a difference, but I caved in and bought a Panasonic UB-9000...and OMG, you immediately see and hear the differences. Incredible!
4k blu ray is such a great investment i hope my all time favourite movies keep coming out its better watching a 4k hdr blu ray with my home theatre receiver than i think it is to go to the cinemas!!
As far as use of the Zappiti is concerned, not all files are "ripped". These days you can create UHD HDR files (using video editing software) from your good quality and high end cameras and camcorders.
For video and audio quality, a Zappiti Neo or a Zidoo UHD 3000 would be better than the NVIDIA Shield Pro 2019 right? I don't need streaming just to read my dematerialized rip movies. Thanks
I just don't see Kaleidescape if you already have the Nvidia (Plex & Streaming) and the Zappiti. I know they have THE BEST VERSION of the CONTENT, but for the (even above) average HT setup seems like overkill. Kaleidescape people are probably CONTROL4 /Creston tied down with Pro installer. I don't want to be dependent on a 3rd party to manage by HT nor my content. I'm all in on PLEX (w/ Nvidia) but I am thinking about a Zappiti/Zidoo/Dune. But nice video with good info.
Jiles - really enjoyed this video. I’ve been building my HT for a year now. I’ve got the UB 9000 and I’m close to pulling the trigger on K-scape. I don’t have many other files to play and only have about 100 older dvd’s. Curious what your thoughts on Nvidea vs. Apple for streaming. We are Apple people. Thanks again!
Hi one cuestion, which is the best way to connect your Nvidia shield or blue ray player, through your receiver or directly to your 4k tv. I will like to know if connecting to the receiver will diminish video cuality. Thank you ahead ahead of time.
All of these map to a HD or 4k system. It all depends on what you want to watch. The core of any system for me is either a Shield + Disc player or a Shield + Kaleidescape.
I currently use the Nvidia Shield TV Pro and Kodi to play 4K HDR Bluray remux files from a Synology NAS. Is there any increase in quality by going to a Zapiti, or is it pretty much just about the preference of interface? I ask because I was talking with a calibrator and he didn't seem to think the Nvidia shield was a very good/accurate source. I'm quite happy with the Shield, but always open to something else if there is a discernable difference in quality. I'm running a JVC RS2000, Panamorph DCR, and 140" Stewart StudioTek G4 2.4:1 screen.
@@JilesMcCoyThanks for the reply! The Nvidia Shield + Kodi has been able to play every 4k uhd bluray remux (mkv) that I've thrown at it. Are you saying that there isn't any noticeable picture or audio quality difference between the Nvidia Shield TV Pro and the Zappiti Pro 4k Hdr?
@@JilesMcCoy I see, so not better, but different. I think the latest Kodi supports full BD menus, so Shield should be able to do that. Haven't tried it though.
Why has no-one ever done a Zappiti vs Shield quality comparison for playing files from your locally stored library? I don't care about ease of use, and I'm not too worried on price, but I want to know which one produces the best picture and sound quality. Isn't it an obvious question that is going to generate views?
@@JilesMcCoy yes run Plex on the box itself. I heard Nvidia shield has some color and upscaling issues and is using older hardware from 2019. I have an htpc and just got a LG G2 OLED on the way. It's disappointing that there's no way for me to run Dolby vision with lossless audio passthrough from either Windows or Linux via a nice GUI software like Kodi or Plex.
@@JilesMcCoy thanks for quick reply, I have apple tv and I'm considering zidoo z9x pro for my home theatre instead of 4k BD player cuz 4k discs are unavailable in my country so I need to import them which is a hassle whereas 4k rips/remux are available online
My kingdom for a streaming box that also plays local video files, all formats, with 10 bit color, HDR, 4k etc. Not a one seems to be able to do what a PC can do with ease.
Kaleidescape lost me as a all in one solution for me due to the fact you can no longer rip your disc collection BUT I am reserving a place in my rack for them when , and I do think it’s when not if, they ink deals with the studios for day and date rentals.
Haii please answer my question.. tq I have a projector 1080p supportt 4k but not support HDR content.. any media player can support my projector? When i playback content HDR.. ? But i dont want media streaming ..
Hi, I just saw a review of a Zidoo Z9X 4K Dolby Vision Media Player that player apparently has menu settings to take HDR signal and transcode it on the fly back to 4K SDR. If the projector is going to be the limiting factor then something like that should allow you to play anything until you can upgrade the projector and then turn off the conversion to pass the HDR natively.
Kaleidoscape sounds like what Vudu was trying to do before Walmart bought them. Vudu had a dedicated box with a hard drive to store content. It was a walled garden that claimed to have the highest quality streams available because it had redundant servers that could feed your box simultaneously. If you ran out of room, you could delete content from your drive and it would still be available to you to re-download. They were also the only service that had adult content which of course was removed from their catalog when Walmart bought them. I don’t know if the players were supported after that but I did read that some people moved them into their cars for long trips so passengers could watch movies. The boxes also got very hot if I recall.
I find it amazing that professionals suggest the Shield pro as a streaming player. it is probably suitable for gaming but not for watching movies and sporting events. the framerate almost never corresponds to that of the video being played and must be changed manually each time. despite this I continue to have an image that goes jerky
@@cj18cinema Sure. its not a big deal. This way there is absolutely no need to invest many thousands into storage. You simply get a player and you get to watch movies in better than disc quality. Its sweet!
@@cj18cinema Exactly. Thats the great part. You don't have to store stuff you don't plan to watch. I love not having to keep a server storage farm running just to hold on to stuff.
@@JilesMcCoy - that’s probably the smartest way to do it, but most videophiles like to keep our library. K-scape has gone through many variations, and will continue to do so. So, in time, one could lose access to those movies not physically on their drive. (I’m thinking about the how movie studios allow access to digital content with a code - but its stored with the distribution house… but you dont own it..just have a limited access to it.) No doubt, great options.. just not the best.
@@JilesMcCoy I wholeheartedly agree that the game console is not the best as a source player. I did that with an Xbox One S and although it would be good if you are trying to stay in a budget, the hardware you discussed is better in every way for streaming and disc playback. Cheers!
Keleidescape is pretty cool, in fact… only problem is you’re limited by hard drive space. I mean, what happens when you fill up the 72TB Terra Server ($25,000)… that’s only 1,200 4K movies (and that’s just the server… you’ll need a Keleidespace Strato C (~$5k) to play the downloaded movies. i say ‘only’ because i own over 900 4K Blu-ray’s, and almost 5000 movies in total (about 60% regular Blu-ray’s, 20% 4K, the rest DVD and HD-DVD. Granted, i dont get to scroll through titles on screen to select, and yes, i have to physically get up and visually scan my titles (like at the video store), to decide what I’m going to watch, and yes, that library takes up space in my home…but when i run out of shelf space, i need only by another shelf at $50… not another $25k server! So, yes, I’d rather have Keleidescape for all of its benefits, but it’s cost prohibitive.
You don't have to store your entire library on your system. You just put things on it you plan to watch. You can download your movies whenever you want.
@@JilesMcCoy - true that, if you don’t mind deleting titles from your server when it gets full and trust you’ll be able to re- download that title in the future w/o cost. Of Course, in that case I think one would be fine w the $4000 player/ server Strato S…. That’s like 100 4K movies that can be stored (or less if you’re also downloading Blu-ray 2K movies and /or DVD movies from K-scape.) That’s not a bad choice at all if you tend to buy 4K movies on release date brand new… 100 brand new 4K titles might cost about $3000
Im a Kaleidoscope dealer and the company is terrible, I would never recommend one or buy one and I can buy it at cost , its a total ripoff and the company is super arrogant and screw their customers. They have tricked you along with other people with money to waste, Apple TV is far better, Apple TV has more potential
Jiles.. BluE-Ray? At 1:18? LOL. Just catering to the people that actually think that it is blue-ray instead of blu-ray I assume since I know you know better. :-) (just giving you a hard time) Great video again, and no glue was involved.
@@JilesMcCoy I just received my Zidoo UHD 3000 yesterday. It’s pretty amazing so far. As you correctly point out, these source devices are must-have equipment for a home theater.
I have a Dune HD Max 4K. It allows you to add your own drives, so I 8 TB for video, and a second drive, 2 TB for music. I wanted separate drives, so that I can send music out to my Sonos in another room, while streaming or playing back a film. Quality is outstanding. I have a Sony ES Ultra Blu-Ray player, but really never use it. Same with my Roku Ultra. With a good Streamer/File Player (the Dune does both well), you can play 4K/HDR video and Atmos/DTS-HD content every "bit" as good as what you get on an disk. My other component is a good quality (Lenovo) mini-PC. I like to use it to help me get my files. The Dune drives connect to the PC as network drives, so I can immediately transfer content once I have it. Key tools: VPN (PIA), Real-Debrid, Kodi, IDM. Not hard to learn how to use a PC/Android combination like this to handle all your entertainment needs.
Qnap NAS and an Apple Tv , I love the Panasonic players and Oppo , Nvidea Shield is also great , Roku also has its place , Xbox and Playstions are also great
All sources quality is subject to the users perception. However a disk source will definitely always be better than a streamer. I haven’t seen a Zappiti though.
1. Oppo 203 2. Not a pirate 3. AppleTV 4. Too much $$$ and still need to purchase content at premium $ 5. Interesting, but sounds $ I also had the Bravo D1 which could pixel map at 854x480 to the InFocus 4805 back in the day.
I'm also an OPPO lover and I was a OPPO BETA tester and direct dealer for many years. However, one big video technology advancement is Panasonic's priority HDR Optimizer that adjusts the EOTF PQ curve so you see the full dynamic tonal range and 100% of the color volume.
I don't waste my my money on ridiculously expensive blurays I dowland the full bluray same quality averaging 60 to 70 gig from a webs9te whi can't tell lol and run them on nvidia shield pro on a plex server
I just finished watching this video and I'm sorry to say I won't buy any of these players and here's why (1) why buy a Blu-ray player when I can just use my Blu-ray burner inside my PC (2) a dedicated file player I have that it's called Kodi on a media PC (3) a streaming device my TV has Android TV built into it (4) 6,395. Canadian for a media player that only plays media I have to buy from this one particular company who supplies the player What happens after I spend that $6,300 and they go out of business I've got a $6,300 paperweight I'll stick to what I have on media PC running Kodi and my TV that has Android on it My Sony is amazing tv So I've cut all your devices from 4 to 2 and it cost me a hell of a lot less
@@JilesMcCoy, oh really? Please elaborate why. There isn't a single feature that you outlined in this video which isn't doable on a PC. Absolutely everything - from disc playback, through streaming, through game emulators, through file management and playback, trough whatever your heart desires is available on a PC. A single unit, at a fraction of the price of all your listed devices. I'm really curious where am I wrong.
@@regularathom Because you have to maintain a PC. Its good for you, but you have to think about a broader market that doesn't want to deal with the hassle of a HTPC. In the past a HTPC was the only way... but now purpose built devices are cheaper and just as good, even better. $200 on a s Shield and $200 on a disk player is less than your video card and gives a great experience. Just depends on if you are a hobbyist and want to play with a HTPC. Of course if you want the best experience possible you grab a Kaleidescape but thats a larger financial discussion.
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I didn't think the source could make that big of a difference, but I caved in and bought a Panasonic UB-9000...and OMG, you immediately see and hear the differences. Incredible!
I had the same experience.
4k blu ray is such a great investment i hope my all time favourite movies keep coming out its better watching a 4k hdr blu ray with my home theatre receiver than i think it is to go to the cinemas!!
Blueray player and shield tv are the only one you need. Rest is ad.
As far as use of the Zappiti is concerned, not all files are "ripped". These days you can create UHD HDR files (using video editing software) from your good quality and high end cameras and camcorders.
Does the kaleidoscape have Dolby vision support?
It doesn’t. But with Sony dropping support and Samsung never supporting its on the way out.
What's with Tidal? Does it play Dolby Atmos on Nvidia shield?
For video and audio quality, a Zappiti Neo or a Zidoo UHD 3000 would be better than the NVIDIA Shield Pro 2019 right? I don't need streaming just to read my dematerialized rip movies. Thanks
For quality they should all really be the same. The Shield has crazy good upscaling. The Zappiti also has good video processing.
I just don't see Kaleidescape if you already have the Nvidia (Plex & Streaming) and the Zappiti. I know they have THE BEST VERSION of the CONTENT, but for the (even above) average HT setup seems like overkill. Kaleidescape people are probably CONTROL4 /Creston tied down with Pro installer. I don't want to be dependent on a 3rd party to manage by HT nor my content. I'm all in on PLEX (w/ Nvidia) but I am thinking about a Zappiti/Zidoo/Dune. But nice video with good info.
Jiles - really enjoyed this video. I’ve been building my HT for a year now. I’ve got the UB 9000 and I’m close to pulling the trigger on K-scape. I don’t have many other files to play and only have about 100 older dvd’s. Curious what your thoughts on Nvidea vs. Apple for streaming. We are Apple people. Thanks again!
They are both great. If you don’t need plex then apple is just fine.
Hi one cuestion, which is the best way to connect your Nvidia shield or blue ray player, through your receiver or directly to your 4k tv. I will like to know if connecting to the receiver will diminish video cuality. Thank you ahead ahead of time.
Receiver typically.
@@JilesMcCoy thank you.
What should we get for a 1080p system? I have a JVC RS46 (X35).
All of these map to a HD or 4k system. It all depends on what you want to watch. The core of any system for me is either a Shield + Disc player or a Shield + Kaleidescape.
I currently use the Nvidia Shield TV Pro and Kodi to play 4K HDR Bluray remux files from a Synology NAS. Is there any increase in quality by going to a Zapiti, or is it pretty much just about the preference of interface? I ask because I was talking with a calibrator and he didn't seem to think the Nvidia shield was a very good/accurate source. I'm quite happy with the Shield, but always open to something else if there is a discernable difference in quality. I'm running a JVC RS2000, Panamorph DCR, and 140" Stewart StudioTek G4 2.4:1 screen.
The Zappiti seems to play more file types consistently than Plex/Kodi.
@@JilesMcCoyThanks for the reply! The Nvidia Shield + Kodi has been able to play every 4k uhd bluray remux (mkv) that I've thrown at it. Are you saying that there isn't any noticeable picture or audio quality difference between the Nvidia Shield TV Pro and the Zappiti Pro 4k Hdr?
@@mwstorms21 No, it’s different. Both units have their own upscaling and image processing. I like the Zappiti because it does disc menus, etc.
@@JilesMcCoy I see, so not better, but different. I think the latest Kodi supports full BD menus, so Shield should be able to do that. Haven't tried it though.
@@mwstorms21 I have both and use them for different things. The Shield and the ATV are the way to got for streaming so you always need one of those.
Why has no-one ever done a Zappiti vs Shield quality comparison for playing files from your locally stored library? I don't care about ease of use, and I'm not too worried on price, but I want to know which one produces the best picture and sound quality. Isn't it an obvious question that is going to generate views?
I bought a Shield to test it myself. It can’t compare to my Zappiti 4K HDR for image quality.
The Apple 4K is pretty good as well
Earned a sub.+like! I prefer blu ray disc over any streaming device, no internet needed too! Thank you!
Thanks for the sub!
For the Zapitti, do you have to run files via it's GUI or can I run Plex on top of it and still passthrough lossless audio ie. TrueHD Atmos, DTS X?
Do you mean run plex on the box itself? If you want to run plex maybe a Shield is a better device?
@@JilesMcCoy yes run Plex on the box itself. I heard Nvidia shield has some color and upscaling issues and is using older hardware from 2019. I have an htpc and just got a LG G2 OLED on the way. It's disappointing that there's no way for me to run Dolby vision with lossless audio passthrough from either Windows or Linux via a nice GUI software like Kodi or Plex.
What about Apple TV 4k instead of shield tv pro?
Wry good device too. Those are my top 2.
@@JilesMcCoy thanks for quick reply, I have apple tv and I'm considering zidoo z9x pro for my home theatre instead of 4k BD player cuz 4k discs are unavailable in my country so I need to import them which is a hassle whereas 4k rips/remux are available online
Zidoo is nice!
My kingdom for a streaming box that also plays local video files, all formats, with 10 bit color, HDR, 4k etc. Not a one seems to be able to do what a PC can do with ease.
There are only 2 options for a streamer. ATV and Shield.
So you would use zappiti over nvidia shield + plex?
I do.
I have the Panasonic UB9000. The sound and video quality are top notch. However, the GUI and menus look super dated.
Agreed!
Kaleidescape lost me as a all in one solution for me due to the fact you can no longer rip your disc collection BUT I am reserving a place in my rack for them when , and I do think it’s when not if, they ink deals with the studios for day and date rentals.
I agree that that is likely coming. ANd they can get that kind of deal because the platform is premium and exclusive.
Why do you not stream on Zapitti or Blu-ray player?
They dont stream.
Southern California huh, San Diego?
Why are you suggesting to have both the Zappiti and Kaleidscape? I know they are not the same but if you have Kaleidscape why do you need Zappiti?
So you can play any local files you might have.
Thank you so much for the Modulus love, Jiles!
Cant wait to be hands on!
can you get the Shield up and running without a smart phone.
Yes
Does zepppiti do tone mapping??
They have a video enhancer. I dont know if its tone mapping though.
Haii please answer my question.. tq
I have a projector 1080p supportt 4k but not support HDR content.. any media player can support my projector? When i playback content HDR.. ? But i dont want media streaming ..
Your projector should display whatever is sent, but it wont be HDR unless all your components support HDR.
Hi, I just saw a review of a Zidoo Z9X 4K Dolby Vision Media Player that player apparently has menu settings to take HDR signal and transcode it on the fly back to 4K SDR. If the projector is going to be the limiting factor then something like that should allow you to play anything until you can upgrade the projector and then turn off the conversion to pass the HDR natively.
Kaleidoscape sounds like what Vudu was trying to do before Walmart bought them. Vudu had a dedicated box with a hard drive to store content. It was a walled garden that claimed to have the highest quality streams available because it had redundant servers that could feed your box simultaneously. If you ran out of room, you could delete content from your drive and it would still be available to you to re-download. They were also the only service that had adult content which of course was removed from their catalog when Walmart bought them. I don’t know if the players were supported after that but I did read that some people moved them into their cars for long trips so passengers could watch movies. The boxes also got very hot if I recall.
Interesting. Kaleidescape doesn’t stream though. It fully downloads the movies before playing.
I find it amazing that professionals suggest the Shield pro as a streaming player. it is probably suitable for gaming but not for watching movies and sporting events. the framerate almost never corresponds to that of the video being played and must be changed manually each time. despite this I continue to have an image that goes jerky
Very odd. I’ve watched many many shows streamed with the shield and don’t have that problem. It’s an outstanding streamer.
@@JilesMcCoy 🤷🏻♂️ maybe you don’t care about it or didn’t see it
Jile also explain after you fully up the 12tb of your kaleidscape you need to buy a terra storage for more space and is 18k 😂
Nah, just keep the movies on the unit that you want. You can download stuff anytime. You can own a billion movies if you want with a 6tb unit.
well you need to download again if you want to see the movie 😀
@@cj18cinema Sure. its not a big deal. This way there is absolutely no need to invest many thousands into storage. You simply get a player and you get to watch movies in better than disc quality. Its sweet!
@@cj18cinema Exactly. Thats the great part. You don't have to store stuff you don't plan to watch. I love not having to keep a server storage farm running just to hold on to stuff.
@@JilesMcCoy - that’s probably the smartest way to do it, but most videophiles like to keep our library. K-scape has gone through many variations, and will continue to do so. So, in time, one could lose access to those movies not physically on their drive. (I’m thinking about the how movie studios allow access to digital content with a code - but its stored with the distribution house… but you dont own it..just have a limited access to it.)
No doubt, great options.. just not the best.
I have zappiti 4K SE and that`s all I need - fast and reliable...
Awesome
Buddy nine of us can afford a kaleidascape
How do you and your 8 friends like it?
@@JilesMcCoy I ment none lol😂😂
@@brianlasker5697 :-) Its a really great source if you can spring for it. I understand that sticker shock though.
My trim L 150 should be here by 1st March 🎉
very nice!
Excellent topic and yes I have 3 of the 4 recommended ... but what about a game console?
I wouldn't use a game console as a source... but I have an X Box Series X in my stack for games! PS5 is great too!
@@JilesMcCoy I wholeheartedly agree that the game console is not the best as a source player. I did that with an Xbox One S and although it would be good if you are trying to stay in a budget, the hardware you discussed is better in every way for streaming and disc playback. Cheers!
Keleidescape is pretty cool, in fact… only problem is you’re limited by hard drive space.
I mean, what happens when you fill up the 72TB Terra Server ($25,000)… that’s only 1,200 4K movies (and that’s just the server… you’ll need a Keleidespace Strato C (~$5k) to play the downloaded movies.
i say ‘only’ because i own over 900 4K Blu-ray’s, and almost 5000 movies in total (about 60% regular Blu-ray’s, 20% 4K, the rest DVD and HD-DVD.
Granted, i dont get to scroll through titles on screen to select, and yes, i have to physically get up and visually scan my titles (like at the video store), to decide what I’m going to watch, and yes, that library takes up space in my home…but when i run out of shelf space, i need only by another shelf at $50… not another $25k server!
So, yes, I’d rather have Keleidescape for all of its benefits, but it’s cost prohibitive.
You don't have to store your entire library on your system. You just put things on it you plan to watch. You can download your movies whenever you want.
@@JilesMcCoy - true that, if you don’t mind deleting titles from your server when it gets full and trust you’ll be able to re- download that title in the future w/o cost.
Of Course, in that case I think one would be fine w the $4000 player/ server Strato S…. That’s like 100 4K movies that can be stored (or less if you’re also downloading Blu-ray 2K movies and /or DVD movies from K-scape.)
That’s not a bad choice at all if you tend to buy 4K movies on release date brand new… 100 brand new 4K titles might cost about $3000
Im a Kaleidoscope dealer and the company is terrible, I would never recommend one or buy one and I can buy it at cost , its a total ripoff and the company is super arrogant and screw their customers. They have tricked you along with other people with money to waste, Apple TV is far better, Apple TV has more potential
Apple TV doesn’t do what Kaleidescape does. Completely different use cases.
Jiles.. BluE-Ray? At 1:18? LOL. Just catering to the people that actually think that it is blue-ray instead of blu-ray I assume since I know you know better. :-) (just giving you a hard time) Great video again, and no glue was involved.
Yeah, blu-ray. What do you mean?
Well crap. I love typos :)
@@JilesMcCoy Ha. Yeah, just giving you a hard time on a Friday.
The two other big file players are Zidoo and Dune.
I wanna check both of those out!
@@JilesMcCoy I just received my Zidoo UHD 3000 yesterday. It’s pretty amazing so far. As you correctly point out, these source devices are must-have equipment for a home theater.
I have been using HiMedia Player for years and it's never let me down and for live sports as well, (wink wink)
@@tedtimmis8135 Agreed 100%. Glad you are enjoying the Zidoo! I remember the time from before DOS ;-)
I have a Dune HD Max 4K. It allows you to add your own drives, so I 8 TB for video, and a second drive, 2 TB for music. I wanted separate drives, so that I can send music out to my Sonos in another room, while streaming or playing back a film. Quality is outstanding.
I have a Sony ES Ultra Blu-Ray player, but really never use it. Same with my Roku Ultra.
With a good Streamer/File Player (the Dune does both well), you can play 4K/HDR video and Atmos/DTS-HD content every "bit" as good as what you get on an disk.
My other component is a good quality (Lenovo) mini-PC. I like to use it to help me get my files. The Dune drives connect to the PC as network drives, so I can immediately transfer content once I have it. Key tools: VPN (PIA), Real-Debrid, Kodi, IDM.
Not hard to learn how to use a PC/Android combination like this to handle all your entertainment needs.
i have a zapitti 4k pro is great
Mine:
No.1 = File Player (Zidoo)
No.2 = Gaming Console (Xbox)
No.3 = Streaming device (Sky)
No.4 er, I don't need 4
Nice!!!
Qnap NAS and an Apple Tv , I love the Panasonic players and Oppo , Nvidea Shield is also great , Roku also has its place , Xbox and Playstions are also great
all of those aren`t user friendly...
All sources quality is subject to the users perception. However a disk source will definitely always be better than a streamer. I haven’t seen a Zappiti though.
Disc and Zappiti should be the same.
Best video. You have answer all my questions. Thank you Jiles !
Thanks man!!!
My 2c: buy the cheapest 4K Blu Ray player with DV/atmos support. Spend the rest of your money on audio gear... where it actually makes a difference.
1. Oppo 203
2. Not a pirate
3. AppleTV
4. Too much $$$ and still need to purchase content at premium $
5. Interesting, but sounds $
I also had the Bravo D1 which could pixel map at 854x480 to the InFocus 4805 back in the day.
The D1 was baller!!!
If you have over 3000 physical discs and want them easily accessible a zapitti/dune/zidoo doesn't necessarily make you a pirate.
I have tidal on my shield.
Cool!
Cheers
never giving up my oppo lol
They need a come back!!!
@@JilesMcCoy someone mention this clone Oppo 203/Chinoppo)
I'm also an OPPO lover and I was a OPPO BETA tester and direct dealer for many years. However, one big video technology advancement is Panasonic's priority HDR Optimizer that adjusts the EOTF PQ curve so you see the full dynamic tonal range and 100% of the color volume.
You will eventually! It will become an antique.
I just need a home theater.
Do it man! All of this can be done with a TV room too.
maybe is just me Kaleidescape too over price DRM poop , but if you like is all good
It’s my fav source right now. The best possible quality at home and no media to deal with. I love it.
I don't waste my my money on ridiculously expensive blurays I dowland the full bluray same quality averaging 60 to 70 gig from a webs9te whi can't tell lol and run them on nvidia shield pro on a plex server
:-(
Zapitti? No, thx. But nice Vid.
Thanks!
DUNE is much cheaper than zappiti and has the same processor
Nice
I just finished watching this video and I'm sorry to say I won't buy any of these players and here's why
(1) why buy a Blu-ray player when I can just use my Blu-ray burner inside my PC
(2) a dedicated file player I have that it's called Kodi on a media PC
(3) a streaming device my TV has Android TV built into it
(4) 6,395. Canadian for a media player that only plays media I have to buy from this one particular company who supplies the player
What happens after I spend that $6,300 and they go out of business I've got a $6,300 paperweight
I'll stick to what I have on media PC running Kodi and my TV that has Android on it My Sony is amazing tv
So I've cut all your devices from 4 to 2 and it cost me a hell of a lot less
Dont be sorry! Its ok.
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Too much talking. I was waiting for 5 minutes and then stop.
All there is is talking... what did you expect?
BLU damn it!😅
TLDR: Get a PC and replace all the devices in this video.
No, That’s the worst advice ever.
@@JilesMcCoy, oh really? Please elaborate why.
There isn't a single feature that you outlined in this video which isn't doable on a PC. Absolutely everything - from disc playback, through streaming, through game emulators, through file management and playback, trough whatever your heart desires is available on a PC. A single unit, at a fraction of the price of all your listed devices.
I'm really curious where am I wrong.
@@regularathom Because you have to maintain a PC. Its good for you, but you have to think about a broader market that doesn't want to deal with the hassle of a HTPC. In the past a HTPC was the only way... but now purpose built devices are cheaper and just as good, even better. $200 on a s Shield and $200 on a disk player is less than your video card and gives a great experience. Just depends on if you are a hobbyist and want to play with a HTPC. Of course if you want the best experience possible you grab a Kaleidescape but thats a larger financial discussion.
No wonder you don’t have a 9000 panny, you got to budget for kaleidescape! Yikes.
Kaleidescape is the best!
Kaleidescape. Spend a lot of money to buy it, push the button and pay much more and play the movie as long as it is supported by kaleidescape.
And its the best, highest quality source on the market. Absolutely stunning.
@@JilesMcCoy I have no doubts, but the price of the system, not the content, is exorbitant. Zapitti is much cheaper but not idiot proof.
@@Djekkie-gj7jz It for sure has a price tag. Zappiti doesn't compete with Kaleidescape though. Its a completely different type of source.