Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
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judyvin
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Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
My current box seems to be very out of date and I am looking to replace it.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.
Thank you
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.
Thank you
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Bert
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Only one and that’s the NVidia Stream
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judyvin
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Thank you Bert. I have searched for Nvidia Stream but have had no luck. Does it go by another name?
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
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
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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Bonnie
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Hi judyvin,
Have sent you a pm
Have sent you a pm
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bluedream
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
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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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
The kodi box does not exist... Virtually any android box will run Kodi as will any PC running Blue Stacks ( Android emulation).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.
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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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Minix neo x8h 64 bit. this is the best box on the market for the money.
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
What Android versions will run on this... ? If not Nougat then it's dated...karmels wrote:Minix neo x8h 64 bit. this is the best box on the market for the money.
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
I bought an Amazon Fire box - had it programmed here by a very clever chap and works beautifully
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karmels
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Groucho.
I am running Kodi 17.3
I am running Kodi 17.3
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Don't think it matters what box, just get Yen! Performs wonders on Minix, 123 Box etc
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Yes but which Android version... is the question I asked.karmels wrote:Groucho.
I am running Kodi 17.3
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Kodi 17.6 is now available...
http://www.google.co.uk/search?source=h ... gN07u7YYaU
http://www.google.co.uk/search?source=h ... gN07u7YYaU
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karmels
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
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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thickey
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
If you bring a Nvidia shield from the UK .will it work ok in Cyprus
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Navek
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
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.
"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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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Can Yen programme the Amazon Fire stick or tv for full use here?
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Navek
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Hi smudger7
The Amazon Fire Stick or Fire TV can be loaded for full use here.
The Amazon Fire Stick or Fire TV can be loaded for full use here.
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Re: Recommendations as to which Android TV Box to buy
Navek,
Thanks for that, I have been in contact with Yen and arranged him to sort out my Nvdia shield & Fire Stick.
Thanks for that, I have been in contact with Yen and arranged him to sort out my Nvdia shield & Fire Stick.


















