| sethnintendo said: Media center and internet connection to TV can be achieved with a less than $50 device. http://www.amazon.com/Raspberry-Pi-Model-Revision-512MB/dp/B009SQQF9C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380385338&sr=8-1&keywords=raspberry+pi Fitness trainer and tracker will likely be extras (like Wii Fit U) so that isn't included in the cost of the system. I don't see your 1,000 - 2,000+ value in the remainder of what you listed (voice controls, extra phantasy football information, and video conferencing). Sure the system has a lot of value but you are obviously overstating the value. |
I see a big difference in the Media center as you see it. A media center has HDMI pass through and allows with IR blaster to control your whole entertainment center(with voice or motion controls no less). There isn't a $50 device that does that - Probably more in the $300-$1000+. The Fitness trainer is free the first year and we don't know the cost after that, but the cost could be $500+ if you were to include club charges and a trainer. High def video conferencing equipment with good audio/mic systems are $300-$1000+. Voice controls exist on some tv systems, but you have to buy a whole new $2,000+ tv to get that(and again motion controls too). On Screen fantasy footbal options are really only available in the US for $300+ through Direct TV, and that is very limited compared to what has been shown.
I think that most of these features can be purchased on the cheap, but they aren't really comparable in capability. just remember, they alson get a next gen gaming system Valued at $350+ by itself.
