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Originally Posted by Jetmaster
Agree. It's what I've used for the series, but it's been awesome. I'm self-taught so there's functionality I don't understand.Quote:
Originally Posted by The Dunster
Alright guys, after some advice from those in the know.
Need to connect new house to NBN. Just need performance to do the standard things like Spotify, Netflix etc.
Who out there has a good plan they are really happy with?
Thanks in advance you bloody legends!
we use internode, we are on their base speed and unlimited data for about $60 per month. we chew heaps of data because we run HD Foxtel through the tele via Foxtel Now. so if you dont need as much data then there are cheaper packages. service is tops.Quote:
Originally Posted by leftrightout
highly recommend.
I use TPG, sounds like its the same plan/system as what plague has got going with internode ($60/month unlimited)..Quote:
Originally Posted by plague
Works fine for Netfrix, Foxtel, smart tv, gaming, hawk's adult entertainment services etc..
I use MATE Communicate. Based in Wetherill Park and have really good customer service.Quote:
Originally Posted by leftrightout
Haven't had any drop outs or perfromance issues.
Pay $80 (I think) a month for 50/20 that has unlimited data and no lock in contract. Brother and Father have gone with the same mob and similarly had no issue.
Happy with my choice
My brother and many others swear by Aussie Broadband. No contract, good monthly rates and inclusions, all Australian based support.
I recommend Telstra.
Ive got TPG decent price but the speeds are well behind a Telstra or an OptusQuote:
Originally Posted by Bon
For NBN? Shouldn't really matter who you are with as it still uses the same crappy bit of copper unless you are one of the lucky FTTP ones. Could also be that TPG is terrible at managing CVC congestion which means your peak time speeds will be abysmal. Aussie Broadband and Telstra are both considered very good at maintaining that.Quote:
Originally Posted by StannyCFCJET
I've never had a speed under 46mbps and I am FTTN, paying for a 50/20 plan.Quote:
Originally Posted by Grimario
What exchange area and who are you with? I have never had any issues with peak time congestion in Cameron Park.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jeterpool
Mine syncs at around 75mb so I am paying for the 100mb plan as it's only $5 a month more expensive ($3.75 after staff discount).
New Lambton.Quote:
Originally Posted by Grimario
I'm also 300m from the Node. That helps. My top speed when the NBN guy came and measured my "capable speed" was 103.
Move to the promised land out west...FTTP (the way it should be).
Streaming two EPL games in HD, working online and still pulling at 90Mbps - usually above 95 consistently.
Meanwhile... Telstra adsl2 (most we can get in our area) lucky to get over 2 mbps and often goes to shit between 5pm and 10pm
are you Adsl2 or nbn? what speeds you getQuote:
Originally Posted by StannyCFCJET
Thinking about going nbn on the TP
Did you organise for FTTP to be installed? How was the cost, if so?Quote:
Originally Posted by Jetmaster
Telstra and Optus are terrible as well in certain areas. Most of your speed will be to do with how far from the cabinet / exchange you are not so much the ISP.Quote:
Originally Posted by StannyCFCJET
My sister has NBN with Telstra at Belmont North and is lucky to get 4mbit a second download.
Alternatively, I have a cabinet fifty metres from my house and was getting 19mbit a second donmload speed on ADSL2. When I swtiched to a 25mb NBN a year or so ago my speed is 24mbit per second download from a 25mbit plan. I'm with iinet.
We run two computers, high definition Sports / movies on both TV's simultaneously and have no issues.
Again, where you are is the issue not so much the ISP. Your neighbours connection will be just as shit as yours - if it's not then there is an issue at the exchange.
No sorry Dave - Maitland South is a "brownfields" area - they had to replace the copper with fibre and we got the good stuff. Unfortunately the consumer doesn't get a choice as it is based on where you live and what infrastructure was installed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jeterpool
I cheered to the gods when I found out we were to get FTTP.
I'm at Maitland / Oakhampton and have FTTN - but the cabs within 50 metres so it still flies. In laws are at Aberglasslyn / Rutherford in a new estate home and they have FTTP.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jetmaster
I currently have an older Apple TV which doesn't have all the Free-to-air catch up services on it. Only has Channel 10 and doesn't support the others.
Is there a box, like Chromecast, Foxtel Box or equivalent that has all FTA catch up services on them? Struggling to find adequate information.
foxtel now? mobile phone appQuote:
Originally Posted by Jeterpool
or peruse these. good luck
https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/forum/126?g=188
I haven't used it too much, I mostly watch shows on my PC.
But the folks have a Telstra TV hooked up to the big screen that I believe they got from Telstra for free, has all the FTA services as well as youtube and netflix.
I have also used a chromecast, I don't think it has any services built into it from my understanding - its used as a mirror of sorts controlled by apps on your phone or iPad etc. I watch netflix on it sometimes - open up netflix in the phone, pick your show and hit the chromecast option (looks like a screen with a wifi symbol on it). The chromecast then proceeds to stream the show you've instructed it to watch with your phone - the phone does not stream then transmit.
So I imagine if got the FTA apps on your phone you could use the chromecast to watch those.
It's difficult because the affiliations between brands and apps changes from year to year and model to model. LG used to have Foxtel App - now only on some models. Samsung does have the foxtel app now, in the past it wasn't always available.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jeterpool
The Telstra box Macca mentions sounds good as it has all the apps now - but remember - it may not be the case in a years time - so keep that in mind as well before you part with your cash.
You could always get a better TV if that's an option - Smart TV's now are pretty awesome - and not as ridiculously priced as they were in the past.
Hey mate, this might help -Quote:
Originally Posted by Jeterpool
From - https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2017/05/f...hromecast-now/Quote:
Freeview FV Chromecast support is available for both iOS and Android devices.
Freeview FV delivers live streaming of 20 free-to-air TV channels and the catch-up content from all broadcasters. Available channels include: ABC, SBS, Seven, Channel 9, TEN, ONE, Eleven ABC2/ABC KIDS, ABC ME, ABC News 24, SBS VICELAND, Food Network, NITV, 7TWO, 7Mate, 7Flix, Racing.com, 9Gem, 9Go! and 9Life. More live channels will be added as they become available, Freeview says.
Let me know if you want a Chromecast (if you don't already have one). JB Hi Fi have a sweet deal on at the minute whereby you get Google Home, Home Mini and a Chromecast for a good price in a bundle. I wouldn't ever use the Chromecast, so it's yours if you want it #Xmas
The Optus Fetch box (which I got for EPL natch) has all the FTA catchups as well, though why on earth do you want FTA? :rof:
Or get a good quality Android box with Kodi - then you can pretty much watch anything if you are techy enough.
So how does the felch box work? Need big $ accounts to connect to Optus?Quote:
Originally Posted by Jetmaster
Im asking cause Im trying to work out how to watch all of World Cup which is also on fking Optass
Yeah I moved everything to Optus to coincide with NBN. Full high speed internet plus Fetch costs me $110 a month.Quote:
Originally Posted by hawk
There is a 14 day free trial for the app at the moment so you can try that. The app and the Fetch are both different beasts and each has its own advantages.
I started using my phone plugged into the TV with an MHL connector - data free with an Optus phone.
hmmm im gonna have to look further into it as the cups draws nearer.
Ill do some sort of subscription if the OS options arent reliable
Many people have bought a $45 a month SIM that they never use and hookup to the website.
Cancel after the WC.
Read Whirlpool - there are ways and means.
Been on there. some helpful options but nothing concreteQuote:
Originally Posted by Jetmaster
tbh the best workaround im seeing at the moment is to get a VPN and sign up for a legit streaming service O/S to watch. No schedule has been unveiled yet but BBC, ITV (pommies) and Direct TV (which includes yanks WC broadcaster) have month to month plans. looks like between $45-65 will get you every game in HD on your internerd machine.Quote:
Originally Posted by hawk
havent seen too many other (english speaking) countries yet that have a better option. at best Optus will prob only offer a package in SD or aids vision anyway.
Another workaround is to find a mate with Optus Sports and do a deal to get his login to get into the app.
There is a limit to how many devices can run at the same time - something like three devices or a device plus a Fetch.
Any advice on how to best exploit a Google Play gift Card I got for XMAS??
Have had about $35 on my Google account for best part of 4-5 years now as I don't really use it other than having bought the odd app for the phone
Enlighten me on some ideas on how to get some value from the present rather than just wasting it trialling apps I don't really need
You could sign up for Google music on the 4 month free deal then use the rest of the credit taking it out to almost 3 months?
Other options are digital books or hiring movies.
Buy movies.
I use Google for everything (music, TV, films, etc). I think it's marginally cheaper than iTunes, etc.
Pfft - not as cheap as PB.Quote:
Originally Posted by Couscous
:thumbsup:
Anyone know the better options for extending wifi to go like another 30 metres that retains at least a decent amount of speed? Extender repeater are these things different or the same thing or what?
Edit: or is this wifi mesh shit the way to go?
Power line adapter?
https://www.cnet.com/news/top-five-p...-fi-fails-you/
Been thinking of this myself.
What's the movie quality like ? Do they do 4k HDR ?Quote:
Originally Posted by Couscous
Tried it but but the granny flat is on a differently power thingy or some jazz?Quote:
Originally Posted by Jetmaster