The ZeeVee ZvBox - Is it worth the price??

[no1_vern]

This isnt intended as an advertisement for the ZeeVee ZvBox(its listed on Amazon as an "exclusive"), I want to know if you guys think it would be a worthwhile purchase.

There are several problems I see - the First being cost. Its $500 !!

With ZvBox You Can:

* Watch any video available online or on your computer
* Avoid new subscription fees
* Access ANY computer application from your HDTVs:
o Photos, music, and home movies
o Email and web browsing
o Computer’s DVD player
* Enjoy the same great resolution you get at your computer
* Use existing cable wiring to reach all HDTVs in the house
o Just one ZvBox for all HDTVs
o No receiving device needed near your TV
o No wireless interference or performance problems
* Start watching Zv in one room and finish in another
* Tune in Zv like any other TV channel

What do you guys think of its (claimed) abilities? Can you think of any issues using this box??

[RobRich]

It is essentially turns your PC into a remote HTPC. The claims are reasonable. However, the price is not IMO, unless you are trying to distribute content to multiple televisions. Lacking the ability to be a PVR also lessens the value even further.

If you have a primary television viewing area, you could build a nice HTPC/PVR for well under $500.