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My current box seems to be very out of date and I am looking to replace it. Having looked on Amazon's website I see that are too many to choose from and I am wondering if someone could please advise me. I use the box for watching Showbox, BBC Iplayer, ITV Player and Mobdro sports. I haven't got a clue about Kodi or what that even does or whether I need that!
I am guessing that it is probably best to buy the latest version so that it will remain fairly current and one that has caught my eye is:

Android 7.1 TV Box U2C x Super Oct Core 3 GB RAM 32 GB ROM 64 Bit Smart TV Box Support 4K 3d H.65 Dual Band WiFi 2.4GHz/5GHz

Any advice gratefully received.

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Post by Bert »

Only one and that’s the NVidia Stream

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Thank you Bert. I have searched for Nvidia Stream but have had no luck. Does it go by another name?

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Hi judyvin,

I use the Nvidia Shield TV.
Fast, with plenty of memory...

4K HDR STREAMING MEDIA PLAYER
NVIDIA SHIELD is the most advanced living room streamer on the planet, built for the Google-connected lifestyle. Get the smoothest 4K HDR video, plus the power and convenience to control your entertainment—and your smart home—with just your voice. You can even enjoy NVIDIA-powered gaming on demand from the cloud, or cast from your PC to your TV.

Amazon...
Nvidia 16 GB SHIELD TV Streamer with Remote - Black
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B075TBK232? ... 3063720202

NVIDIA SHIELD TV Info...
https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tv/

YouTube Set Up Guide...
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_ ... oid+TV+Box
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Post by Bonnie »

Hi judyvin,
Have sent you a pm

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Definitely the kodi box. It's got everything you could possibly need to watch on it. I know someone who can get you a box, install everything on it for you. If you get any problems with it,just give him a ring. I'm not trying to sell anything.. but he is very good. A lot easier trying to install everything yourself. Just pay once for the box and thats it. Send me a pm if you would like his number. He is English.

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bluedream wrote:Definitely the kodi box. It's got everything you could possibly need to watch on it. I know someone who can get you a box, install everything on it for you. If you get any problems with it,just give him a ring. I'm not trying to sell anything.. but he is very good. A lot easier trying to install everything yourself. Just pay once for the box and thats it. Send me a pm if you would like his number. He is English.
The kodi box does not exist... Virtually any android box will run Kodi as will any PC running Blue Stacks ( Android emulation).

Kodi is a moving feast and as such frustrating to those unprepared for an almost constant need to install and update...

A good Android TV box like the Nvidia Shield will run any TV app you want.... Mobdro is the dog's whatsits..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGD3l4GzJAc

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Minix neo x8h 64 bit. this is the best box on the market for the money.
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karmels wrote:Minix neo x8h 64 bit. this is the best box on the market for the money.
What Android versions will run on this... ? If not Nougat then it's dated...

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I bought an Amazon Fire box - had it programmed here by a very clever chap and works beautifully

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Groucho.
I am running Kodi 17.3
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Don't think it matters what box, just get Yen! Performs wonders on Minix, 123 Box etc

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karmels wrote:Groucho.
I am running Kodi 17.3
Yes but which Android version... is the question I asked.

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Sorry groucho the version is 5.1.1 but navek has put a link on for kodi 6 which will have a different version.
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If you bring a Nvidia shield from the UK .will it work ok in Cyprus

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Hi thickey,

"If you bring a Nvidia shield from the UK .will it work ok in Cyprus"

Yes, that's where I got mine, no problems at all.

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Can Yen programme the Amazon Fire stick or tv for full use here?

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Hi smudger7
The Amazon Fire Stick or Fire TV can be loaded for full use here.

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Navek,
Thanks for that, I have been in contact with Yen and arranged him to sort out my Nvdia shield & Fire Stick.

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