Ditch the Raspberry Pi: Micca Speck Review for Cord Cutters
Are you looking for a simple, offline media player that can handle your favorite videos without the hassle of ads, spyware, and forced updates? Then the Micca Speck 4K Media Player might be the perfect solution for you.
In this review I take a look at the Micca Speck.
Pros:
- Offline and Ad-Free: Unlike many media players, the Micca Speck is completely offline and doesn’t come with any streaming services or network connectivity. This means no ads, no spyware, and no forced updates.
- Easy Setup: The Micca Speck is easy to set up and use, even for those who are not tech-savvy. There’s no complicated configuration required.
- Excellent Video Playback: The Micca Speck performs well with a variety of video formats, including h264, h265 10bit videos, and common 8bit formats.
Cons:
- Limited Performance: The Micca Speck might struggle with extremely high bitrate files (Absurdly high 120mbps files that nobody is using) and there might be some buffering when switching between videos.
- No Preview Thumbnails: The Micca Speck doesn’t have picture previews when skipping ahead through videos.
- Remote Control: The remote control buttons could be more responsive.
Overall:
Despite a few minor drawbacks, the Micca Speck is a great option for cord cutters who are looking for a simple, offline media player. It’s easy to set up, performs well with a variety of video formats, and avoids the hassles of ads, spyware, and forced updates.
If you’re looking for a no-frills media player that can handle your video playback needs, the Micca Speck is definitely worth considering.