You could always get a PS3 to use as a Netflix box. $300 and it can stream Netflix, play DVD and BluRay titles, various formats found in AVI containers, it's a DLNA receiver, and if you get bored with all that you can play PS1 and PS3 games.
I think the Wii has Netflix streaming that doesn't require a disc or secondary subscription as well. And those can be found in the $200 range.
(I'd suggest the XBox 360 but it requires a $60/year Gold subscription on top of the price of the console.)
I'd consider it a suitable alternative if I didn't have a Windows box laying around.
I think the Wii has Netflix streaming that doesn't require a disc or secondary subscription as well. And those can be found in the $200 range.
(I'd suggest the XBox 360 but it requires a $60/year Gold subscription on top of the price of the console.)
I'd consider it a suitable alternative if I didn't have a Windows box laying around.