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Sunday, December 15th, 2024 8:55 PM

Equipment

  I currently have the Satellite option. Can anyone elucidate about the Gemini receiver I keep hearing about? Do I need it? Should I get it?

                                                      Thanks,

                                                       David

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10 days ago

The Gemini C-71WK is just another mini client but it can also stream some apps from streaming services without having to change the TV source/input. It can also be wired or wireless connected to the Genie and is 4K capable.

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10 days ago

Nobody needs the Gemini.

It is a Client. Similar to a Mini Genie but with the added benefit of being a streaming box as well (download apps like Roku, Firestick, etc.).

What are the models of each box you have now? Knowing that we can suggest if there are any upgrades to consider or if you have an optimum setup already.

(Don't worry about formatting everything to be like an official letter. This is a public forum of other customers.)

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10 days ago

 Hi, I currently have this.  Genie Gen 2, Model HR44-500.

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10 days ago

And the other receiver is this model. Genie Mini, Model C61-500. Juniper you're such a kind and helpful person. I have a lot of gratitude and admiration for the way you help us.

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10 days ago

With that Genie (HR44) and Mini Genie Cient (C61), then you're pretty much at the top.

Unless you are having issues with your current equipment or have a 4K TV and really want to use the few 4K channels, my suggestion is keep it the way it is.

(If in the future they return to regular boxes again, as AT&T sold of their part of DirecTV, I would replace the Mini Genie with a regular HDDVR. But until that happens, you are good).


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