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Recommend an Android Box that runs XBMC - [No copyrighted material]

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    #3512
    aaronm13
    Registered Users Posts: 1,146 ✭✭✭aaronm13


    zerks wrote: »
    This might be of interest: http://www.pcworld.com/article/2864353/hp-takes-on-chromeboxes-with-180-windows-based-stream-mini-pc.html

    Was looking at the Asus chromebox too which is along the lines to this. Great specs but not sure if they're any better than android boxes. I'll have to look into these a bit more.


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    #3513
    massy086
    Registered Users Posts: 2,845 ✭✭✭massy086


    aaronm13 wrote: »
    Was looking at the Asus chromebox too which is along the lines to this. Great specs but not sure if they're any better than android boxes. I'll have to look into these a bit more.
    i have the asus chromebox.and i can tell you there.s not a android box that could touch it.if you can buy in the us its a bargain .i got min for 110 dollars.:)


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    #3514
    degsie
    Registered Users Posts: 8,740 ✭✭✭degsie


    massy086 wrote: »
    i have the asus chromebox.and i can tell you there.s not a android box that could touch it.if you can buy in the us its a bargain .i got min for 110 dollars.:)

    agreed. only problem is it cant do capitals! bummer.


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    #3515
    L'prof
    Registered Users Posts: 12,018 ✭✭✭✭L'prof


    I've had the ATV2 for years now and am considering investing in a second box. At the moment I'm considering the Minix Neo Z64 Android or the Minix Neo X8 Plus. The X8 supports 4k but the Z64 doesn't or am I wrong in that? What would people's preference be in those 2 boxes and should I be considering any others? Probably won't be buying straight away as I'm waiting until I move house.


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    #3516
    robbe
    Registered Users Posts: 342 ✭✭robbe


    L'prof wrote: »
    I've had the ATV2 for years now and am considering investing in a second box. At the moment I'm considering the Minix Neo Z64 Android or the Minix Neo X8 Plus. The X8 supports 4k but the Z64 doesn't or am I wrong in that? What would people's preference be in those 2 boxes and should I be considering any others? Probably won't be buying straight away as I'm waiting until I move house.

    Had atv2 myself, for me amazon firetv all the way, have 2 now and find them great, xbmc easy to set up, no root needed.


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    #3517
    corwill
    Registered Users Posts: 3,799 ✭✭✭corwill


    Big Nelly wrote: »
    Anything around december last year, tell me which version is on box....

    "Build number KOT49H 20141122 release-keys".

    Literally just turned it on, but so far, so good!


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    #3518
    CantGetNoSleep
    Registered Users Posts: 7,221 ✭✭✭CantGetNoSleep


    Any thoughts on this?

    http://www.aliexpress.com/item/8GB-RAM-128GB-HDD-fanless-core-i5-4200U-dual-mini-pc-4-USB-3-0-ports/32286641294.html

    OS not licensed, coming from China, not heard of the brand but I'm still tempted


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    #3519
    Big Nelly
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,613 ✭✭✭Big Nelly


    corwill wrote: »
    "Build number KOT49H 20141122 release-keys".

    Literally just turned it on, but so far, so good!

    Ok, you are on version before they put on the OTA update tool....

    I would fire on this firmware before you go much further, thsi will allow you to upadte the firmware on the box using the update tool which means it is very easy

    http://www.minixforum.com/threads/official-002a-firmware.2413/

    I would also stick on this version of XBMC before you start to build

    http://www.minixforum.com/threads/v13-3-3-final.4044/


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    #3520
    corwill
    Registered Users Posts: 3,799 ✭✭✭corwill


    Big Nelly wrote: »
    Ok, you are on version before they put on the OTA update tool....

    I would fire on this firmware before you go much further, thsi will allow you to upadte the firmware on the box using the update tool which means it is very easy

    http://www.minixforum.com/threads/official-002a-firmware.2413/

    I would also stick on this version of XBMC before you start to build

    http://www.minixforum.com/threads/v13-3-3-final.4044/

    That's a great steer, thanks very much.


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    #3521
    eamonnq
    Registered Users Posts: 4,009 ✭✭✭eamonnq


    CantGetNoSleep wrote: »
    Any thoughts on this?

    http://www.aliexpress.com/item/8GB-RAM-128GB-HDD-fanless-core-i5-4200U-dual-mini-pc-4-USB-3-0-ports/32286641294.html

    OS not licensed, coming from China, not heard of the brand but I'm still tempted

    Don't know about the item itself, but don't forget to allow another 100-120 for vat when it does come in to Ireland.


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    #3522
    Hellrazer
    Moderators, Arts Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 10,603 Mod ✭✭✭✭Hellrazer


    http://www.adverts.ie/7564252


    Lads what are these like.

    Read my comments there.Just got a nice shiny xbox one.Currently running my old eeepc box through it via the hdmi passthrough for xbmc.Problem is xb1 upscales resolution to 1080p even if you try to over ride it.My old reliable eee box just isn't able for full hd (it'll do 720p with no issues)

    Was going to go down the road of an android box.Used an MK808b in the spare room in the past and that was grand.

    So if anyone can recommend me a decent one I'd appreciate it.

    Thanks.


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    #3523
    Knock Off Nigel
    Registered Users Posts: 115 ✭✭Knock Off Nigel


    Some m8 have 1gb ram and sellers advertise them with having 2gb.


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    #3524
    aaronm13
    Registered Users Posts: 1,146 ✭✭✭aaronm13


    CantGetNoSleep wrote: »
    Any thoughts on this?

    http://www.aliexpress.com/item/8GB-RAM-128GB-HDD-fanless-core-i5-4200U-dual-mini-pc-4-USB-3-0-ports/32286641294.html

    OS not licensed, coming from China, not heard of the brand but I'm still tempted

    Looking at one of these myself or the Asus chromebox. Leaning more to the chromebox as I would be to sure of the build quality of these.


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    #3525
    The Black Oil
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators, Regional East Moderators Posts: 18,324 CMod ✭✭✭✭The Black Oil


    The Black Oil wrote: »
    Factory reset hasn't helped with XMBC.

    Settings - Apps - uninstall, maybe?
    Allyall wrote: »

    Yes, and try a different build of XBMC. This one (Gotham 13.2 is decent on some Amlogic) - Gotham 13.2

    Installed Kodi, if that helps. Are there any Irish add ons?

    In terms of apps, I find the RTE ones a bit grouchy. Was trying to watch the news earlier - the Player wasn't very stable and then through RTE News Now it seemed to just exit when I tried to maximise the screen. Might drop RTE an email.

    Moderator: Television, Psychology and Dublin County North.

    CMod: Entertainment



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    #3526
    Allyall
    Registered Users Posts: 10,381 ✭✭✭✭Allyall


    Hellrazer wrote: »
    http://www.adverts.ie/7564252


    Lads what are these like.

    Read my comments there.Just got a nice shiny xbox one.Currently running my old eeepc box through it via the hdmi passthrough for xbmc.Problem is xb1 upscales resolution to 1080p even if you try to over ride it.My old reliable eee box just isn't able for full hd (it'll do 720p with no issues)

    Was going to go down the road of an android box.Used an MK808b in the spare room in the past and that was grand.

    So if anyone can recommend me a decent one I'd appreciate it.

    Thanks.

    I'd look a little more..
    If not fancying the wait from abroad/risk of customs, or just wanting to buy from Ireland/Europe, there should be boxes around the same price that would be better.


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    #3527
    Hellrazer
    Moderators, Arts Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 10,603 Mod ✭✭✭✭Hellrazer


    Allyall wrote: »
    I'd look a little more..
    If not fancying the wait from abroad/risk of customs, or just wanting to buy from Ireland/Europe, there should be boxes around the same price that would be better.

    Can you recommend a decent one??


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    #3528
    Allyall
    Registered Users Posts: 10,381 ✭✭✭✭Allyall


    For the price, maybe I'd go for a version of the S82/2GB MXIII. I know it doesn't natively support H.265, but XBMC/KODI seems to have been able to make that possible on most Amlogic (Using Software decoding)

    I don't know what price you'd get them in Ireland, but their price should roughly match - between €65 - €85
    Beelink S82
    MXIII 2GB
    Tronsmart Vega S89

    But, as you mentioned the MK808B.

    The MK808B Plus, can be found as little as €22 delivered, using a coupon code, and with exchange rate US$ - Euro being favourable.
    It has S805 chipset (Can decode H.265), and XBMC/Kodi - unofficial OpenELEC images/Roms from Codesnake. More info may be available in This Thread.

    Those mentioned, are fairly popular, meaning there should be plenty of roms/support for quite a while.


    MX should also be mentioned, as it has great firmware. But it means going over old ground again.


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    #3529
    jackdalad23
    Registered Users Posts: 56 ✭✭jackdalad23


    I got a Minix Neo X8 from Fasttech. Think it was 169 dollars. Absolutely love it. Super quick and comes with XBMC preloaded and a gyromouse in the box.


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    #3530
    adr_sullivan
    Registered Users Posts: 157 ✭✭adr_sullivan


    I have a minix neo, very happy with it. however I have lost the power supply for it. can anyone recommend where I could get a replacement one???

    thanks


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    #3531
    branners69
    Registered Users Posts: 2,695 ✭✭✭branners69


    adr_sullivan wrote: »
    I have a minix neo, very happy with it. however I have lost the power supply for it. can anyone recommend where I could get a replacement one???

    thanks

    I dont know where to get one but be very careful, I blew my first Neo 8 by using the power supply which came with my Neo 7!


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    #3532
    jackdalad23
    Registered Users Posts: 56 ✭✭jackdalad23


    I originally got a Minix Neo X7 from fasttech and I did blow the supply. i sent it back stating there was a problem with the motherboard and they sent me the replacement X8. i paid the difference of 25 dollars but they're pretty good to deal with apart from the long delivery times


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    #3533
    jackdalad23
    Registered Users Posts: 56 ✭✭jackdalad23


    adr_sullivan wrote:
    I have a minix neo, very happy with it. however I have lost the power supply for it. can anyone recommend where I could get a replacement one???


    There's a guy on Done Deal from Waterford city who might be able to sort you out with a power supply. Phillip I think the dealers name is . nice fella. look him up on Done Deal. Just search Minix and keep a look out for a Phillip in Waterford


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    #3534
    Allyall
    Registered Users Posts: 10,381 ✭✭✭✭Allyall


    Allyall wrote: »
    Beelink S82
    MXIII 2GB
    Tronsmart Vega S89

    I should say that some of the main reasons (apart from being tired and 3am :)) I pointed at those three, is because they are near identical, and can use the same firmware, have very large communities, and tons of builds.
    Any problems should have a fairly quick fix, and for quite a while.

    There are other boxes that could have been also added. I was mainly thinking of community/support and life expectancy with price, and they also covered a few boxes in one go.


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    #3535
    jimosterberg
    Registered Users Posts: 271 ✭✭jimosterberg


    http://eu.banggood.com/Wholesale-Warehouse-CS918-Intelligent-HD-QuadCore-RK3188-Android-42-WiFi-TV-box-wp-Uk-928544.html

    How does this compare to the MX2 as cheap boxes go?


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    #3536
    massy086
    Registered Users Posts: 2,845 ✭✭✭massy086


    jimosterberg wrote: »
    http://eu.banggood.com/Wholesale-Warehouse-CS918-Intelligent-HD-QuadCore-RK3188-Android-42-WiFi-TV-box-wp-Uk-928544.html

    How does this compare to the MX2 as cheap boxes go?

    They are junk.the have a lot of overheating and knocking off issue.s


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    #3537
    Big Nelly
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,613 ✭✭✭Big Nelly


    jimosterberg wrote: »
    http://eu.banggood.com/Wholesale-Warehouse-CS918-Intelligent-HD-QuadCore-RK3188-Android-42-WiFi-TV-box-wp-Uk-928544.html

    How does this compare to the MX2 as cheap boxes go?

    Are these the same as the T-R42?


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    #3538
    brightkane
    Registered Users Posts: 2,716 ✭✭✭brightkane


    Folks I have an MXIII 1 gig and want to stick openelec on it. Can anyone point me in the direction of the files that will work to flash it? Have people done it already without any issues? Cheers


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    #3539
    pauleoin
    Registered Users Posts: 264 ✭✭pauleoin


    degsie wrote: »
    This seems to be the business. Comes with XBMC pre-installed.

    20% off this box today only 19/3 use code WETEKGIFT at checkout.

    https://wetek.com/product/wetek-play


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    #3540
    rob316
    Registered Users Posts: 17,997 ✭✭✭✭rob316


    pauleoin wrote: »
    20% off this box today only 19/3 use code WETEKGIFT at checkout.

    https://wetek.com/product/wetek-play

    Isnt the spec on this poor though, its dual core and 1gb of ram


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    #3541
    Big Nelly
    Closed Accounts Posts: 8,613 ✭✭✭Big Nelly


    rob316 wrote: »
    Isnt the spec on this poor though, its dual core and 1gb of ram

    Its a certified box for OpenELEC with good firmware on it. You don't need massive spec if running OpenELEC


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