Video Streaming-Opinions
I would like input on the various video streaming. Roku3 is rated high but do I need all those features?
Forum Discussion
MrWizard wrote:
but that is the history of cell phones and electronics..with 'PRIORITY' cable connectors so the MFG can sell you more Branded items at inflated prices..their profit is in the accessorizes
The only people who get ripped off are those foolish enough not to realize they don't need to pay inflated prices for the manufacturer's cable. Amazon has a number of micro-HDMI to HDMI cables available for <$10.
As someone who once owned an electronics store, I can tell you with confidence that cables are among the highest markup items in any such store (along with wall mounts for large screen TVs). Quite a few customers do their research as to what price they should pay for a TV or other electronic item and don't spend the time to do the same thing for the accessories, such as cables, that they need. Stores know this and slam customers with high prices for all the extra stuff they need to make their new TV actually work.
The same thing is true for stuff like memory cards for cameras or phones. High quality ones are dirt cheap online, but try to buy one with a Canon or Nikon name on it and you'll pay much, much more.
