D-Link Boxee Box Shows Feature for Watching Internet TV Linus Tech Tips

The Linus Tech Tips video provides a detailed look at the D-Link Boxee Box, focusing on how it integrates with a home media library and its ability to access TV shows from the internet. The host explains that Boxee positions itself as a compact streaming device that sits near the TV to pull media from both local networks and online sources, highlighting improvements in Canada where more content becomes available through Boxee's shows menu. He demonstrates the system’s ability to organize content by show, season, and episode, and shows how you can watch episodes either from a local file on a home server or streamed via a supported online source such as the Comedy Network. The presentation includes practical demonstrations of browsing, selecting, and launching video content, as well as using the remote to navigate and maximize video in full screen. While acknowledging some initial limitations with repository content, he emphasizes ongoing firmware updates aimed at refining Canadian content availability and streaming performance. The video also touches on the user experience, noting that Boxee is actively improving integration with local media libraries and third-party apps, and that the interface supports handy features like YouTube access and apps, with a lighthearted closer that references other media content such as Angry Birds. The overall takeaway is that Boxee Box provides a compelling mix of local and online media consumption, with room for improvement in loading times and certain external content, but a strong foundation for a connected home entertainment setup.

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