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Hulu, Netflix apps: Better on set-top box or TV?

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glennw

Hi everyone, just acquired a smart TV (LG C1) and am debating whether to install my Hulu, Netflix, HBO etc. apps on the Xfinity set-top box, or on the TV. Looks like both platforms support all the apps.

What has been your experience and what would you advise?

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I never connect a tv directly to the internet - mbnx01 22:27:10 01/04/22 (0)
I do not want updates installed without my permission.

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RE: Hulu, Netflix apps: Better on set-top box or TV? - Doublej 05:09:51 12/19/21 (0)
Why not install the apps on both and see which platform you like better?
RE: Hulu, Netflix apps: Better on set-top box or TV? - budget fi 16:59:55 12/17/21 (1)
Works about the same for me. Streaming from your Xfinity box would probably be one less remote to deal with.
- RE: Hulu, Netflix apps: Better on set-top box or TV? - glennw 09:32:11 12/20/21 (0)
  Great point about the remote. And thanks for the info that you didn't notice much difference. In theory, there should be no loss of quality with either solution, but I was curious.
  
  One other "plus" with using the Xfinity box for streaming is that I could leave the TV off the WiFi network, and just connect it for firmware updates.

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