• Peruvian_Skies@sh.itjust.works
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    14 days ago

    Yeah but is there an OS or a Linux distro specifically geared for use with a “surrogate SmartTV”?

    It could also be used by connecting the device to a large monitor, as those are cheaper than SmartTVs. No point paying a premium for features you don’t intend to use.

    On a related point, what would you do for a remote control in such a setup?

    • MeatsOfRage@lemmynsfw.com
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      14 days ago

      Yea I always hear people say just hook up a PC or Pi but I don’t want a keyboard and mouse in my livingroom. The value of these Apple TV / Roku / Google TV setups is you have a little remote and a UI that is designed around it with big visual elements you can see across the room. I’m surprised there seems to be so little movement on something like this.

      I guess one issue is apps. The likes of Netflix wouldn’t support it.