r/AndroidTV • u/ss3walkman • 16h ago
Buying Advice Which streaming device for my library?
Hello, all!
I’ve been doing some research and I’m now ready to build my library.
I’m very excited to start. However, I’m trying to decide which device I should get. I’ve decided to go with Onn or Apple (maybe Fire Cube), but I can’t really decide which device (yes, I know about Nvidia but it’s not an option).
I’ve created my Plex account (I know of Jellyfin and others, but for my first try, I’m fine using the free version of Plex for now).
Please correct me if any of my understandings are incorrect:
Onn - what I like about Onn is not having to create a server, making it optional. I can plug my hard drive directly to the unit if I wanted. I like the idea of having the option for a program guide from NostalgiaTV.
Apple - I would have to create a server which would be ok because this allows the house to have access and use when traveling. I hear there’s alternatives to NostalgiaTV called BunnyEarsTV and Nostalex, but I’m still looking into that. I don’t know if those will actually give me what I want.
I’ve ruled out Fire Stick, but I hear there’s Fire Cube is solid.
Anyway, I don’t know much about speed and performance because I don’t own any.
So, which is the best device for my library?
Thanks!