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

Allyall · 29-03-2015 2:28pm

coldfire1x wrote: »

Anyone here have backed up Kodi (xbmc) and restored? I am looking to change my android box and I would like to back up all the addons plus config and restore back on other device. Anyone any experience?

There are a few different ways to backup, one of these should do it.
https://github.com/robweber/xbmcbackup
http://www.trevorayers.com/backup-restore-xbmc-kodi-xbmc-backup-add/

EDIT

http://apkfreak.com/apkfreak-apps-2/ - Not sure if that's still supported.

Big Nelly · 29-03-2015 5:47pm

coldfire1x wrote: »

Anyone here have backed up Kodi (xbmc) and restored? I am looking to change my android box and I would like to back up all the addons plus config and restore back on other device. Anyone any experience?

See back a few posts, I found a way via backing up folder onto SD, then restoring onto new box. Keeps all your settings.....

dahat · 29-03-2015 6:32pm

If you copy your User data and Add on folder to a stick then put them in your new set up it should work.

Big Nelly · 29-03-2015 6:52pm

dahat wrote: »

If you copy your User data and Add on folder to a stick then put them in your new set up it should work.

Must try that when moving from MK808B to X8-H, I use XBMC for Minix on the X8 box and standard Kodi on the rest

Big Nelly · 31-03-2015 2:01pm

Hey Guys

A mate sent me details of the Tronsmart Orion R28 MEta, not going to link...

In terms of spec the box looks great, also it is in Spain so no import tax. Just wondering from firmware point of view? I think some of you guys have said before Tronsmart are very good at firmware? has OTA support as well, I guess this works?

I am thinking about buying to replace the Minix X8-H in main room and putting the X8 into the kids play room.....

Does tronsmart have its own version of Kodi like Minix?

Just checking if any issues??

coldfire1x · 01-04-2015 11:25am

I have a Tronsmart A928 box (bought around a year back). It came pre-rooted and XBMC installed (xbmc was part of firmware). Not sure if the XBMC version was specific to the box. Although I uninstalled it and have the latest version Kodi 14.2 Helix running without any issue. Never had any problem with the box as such.

They do say OTA support but they are notorious for not releasing any updated firmware. OTA was one of the reason I bought that box but they did not release any new firmware. Although there was a Finless firmware. Having said that there's no issue at all (4.2) with the current firmware that it has.

OREGATO · 01-04-2015 8:06pm

Hi guys, looking for some advice.

I want to buy one of these boxes to run Kodi, Netflix etc. I'll be streaming 3D and 4k content and want a box that will be able to handle same without issues.

I've taken a look through parts of the thread but I'm just looking for a recommendation to the best one to get. I don't want to spend a tonne but can someone give me a few recommendations?

Thanks in advance

Cantona's Collars · 04-04-2015 1:15am

coldfire1x wrote: »

Anyone here have backed up Kodi (xbmc) and restored? I am looking to change my android box and I would like to back up all the addons plus config and restore back on other device. Anyone any experience?

There's a back up add-on in the Kodi add-ons.Just look in programs/add ons/get more.

After fiddling with a couple of others,I found this the simplest to use.Pick the path you want (external storage) hit OK and then backup.

You need the add-on enabled on any other box you have to allow you to restore your saved data to said box.

http://kodi.wiki/view/Add-on:Backup

Big Nelly · 06-04-2015 12:51pm

zerks wrote: »

There's a back up add-on in the Kodi add-ons.Just look in programs/add ons/get more.

After fiddling with a couple of others,I found this the simplest to use.Pick the path you want (external storage) hit OK and then backup.

You need the add-on enabled on any other box you have to allow you to restore your saved data to said box.

http://kodi.wiki/view/Add-on:Backup

Works well but the issue I had with it is that it doesn't back up the skin, so if you make a specific skin you need to start off again....

coldfire1x · 06-04-2015 1:14pm

^^ I tried few suggestions from Allyall, dahat, zerks.....

Most of them worked. Thanks for all the suggestions.

Actually 'dahat' suggestion to move User data and Add on folders work just fine. You will have your specific skin and all the customizations.

Allyall · 06-04-2015 5:16pm

Yeah, it's the same as extracting the compressed file.
I forgot to mention, that matic apk, it says "Completed", but there's a blue line moving slowly in the background across the screen.
It's not actually finished until that reaches the other side.

Also, @ DrVibe, the executable will format your SD card, write Openelec to it, and the custom version will add the build. So you can dual boot.
It just saves you having to do it manually, if you're unsure how to.

extra gravy · 06-04-2015 11:05pm

Is anyone using the Tronsmart Orion R28 at the moment? Ordered one today after reading some positive reviews. Will mainly be using it for sports streaming.

Cantona's Collars · 06-04-2015 11:23pm

Glad I backed up Kodi now,switched on the box to watch something and everything is erased and it's informing me storage is full.........ffffuuuucccckkk.

Big Nelly · 07-04-2015 9:07am

ANyone have issues with the MK808B? I ordered in a few, mostly for family, so far have managed to set them up but a couple of days later they have stopped working. Nothing comes on, not even the blue light to show power is on. Looks like burned out.....any idea's?

Allyall · 07-04-2015 9:21am

Big Nelly wrote: »

Anyone have issues with the MK808B? I ordered in a few, mostly for family, so far have managed to set them up but a couple of days later they have stopped working. Nothing comes on, not even the blue light to show power is on. Looks like burned out.....any idea's?

MK808B Plus?

Have you tried a different power source?

Big Nelly · 07-04-2015 9:24am

Allyall wrote: »

MK808B Plus?

Have you tried a different power source?

Yeah the Plus, had a few because I got 5 for family, there is 2 of the 5 that wont work, other power supplies dont help....just found it strange..

Allyall · 07-04-2015 12:53pm

Try powering it from OTG and PC.

coldfire1x · 07-04-2015 3:12pm

Has anyone used a dual boot box? Something like this:

http://www.geekbuying.com/item/PIPO-X7s-Dual-Boot-Smart-Media-Player-Mini-PC-Windows-8-1---Android-4-4-Intel-Z3736F-Quad-Core-2G-RAM-32G-ROM-WiFi-Bluetooth---Golden-343087.html

Looks interesting.

Burkie7 · 08-04-2015 6:40pm

http://www.adverts.ie/media-players/mx2-android-tv-box/7722553

This one worth getting?

massy086 · 08-04-2015 7:47pm

Burkie7 wrote: »

http://www.adverts.ie/media-players/mx2-android-tv-box/7722553

This one worth getting?

there not a bad box once you flash them with openelec

Burkie7 · 08-04-2015 7:47pm

massy086 wrote: »

there not a bad box once you flash them with openelec

Sorry a bit clueless with this stuff do you have a tutorial on it and what it does?

blewkup · 08-04-2015 8:01pm

im new to these boxes and bought a fully loaded mxIII and its great but everytime i play something it always says i need to clear out the cache, and im not should how to do this, and is there a addon that will auto do this ? thank you

dahat · 08-04-2015 8:38pm

blewkup wrote: »

im new to these boxes and bought a fully loaded mxIII and its great but everytime i play something it always says i need to clear out the cache, and im not should how to do this, and is there a addon that will auto do this ? thank you

Xunity Maintenance then clear cache, delete packages and crash logs then this should help. It will still be manual but if you are used to adding sub menus then these steps can be added.

Big Nelly · 10-04-2015 7:05am

Anyone know of anyone repairing these type of boxes around Dublin?

C0MM0D0RE64 · 10-04-2015 5:11pm

coldfire1x wrote: »

Has anyone used a dual boot box? Something like this:

http://www.geekbuying.com/item/PIPO-X7s-Dual-Boot-Smart-Media-Player-Mini-PC-Windows-8-1---Android-4-4-Intel-Z3736F-Quad-Core-2G-RAM-32G-ROM-WiFi-Bluetooth---Golden-343087.html

Looks interesting.

Im interested in hearing opinions about a dual win/droid boot device too

Anyone here have one? Would love and all in one instead of multiple devices under the tv.

degsie · 10-04-2015 6:47pm

C0MM0D0RE64 wrote: »

Im interested in hearing opinions about a dual win/droid boot device too

Anyone here have one? Would love and all in one instead of multiple devices under the tv.

Would have to pass the wife/kids test for me

Sounds good in principle but just going to a boot screen is probably a bridge too far for some.

The new Pipo X7s is already delayed so I wouldn't even go there unless you are prepared for a VERY long wait.

michael999999 · 10-04-2015 8:10pm

degsie wrote: »

Would have to pass the wife/kids test for me Sounds good in principle but just going to a boot screen is probably a bridge too far for some.

The new Pipo X7s is already delayed so I wouldn't even go there unless you are prepared for a VERY long wait.

???

I have the Pipo running with two months?

degsie · 10-04-2015 8:25pm

michael999999 wrote: »

???

I have the Pipo running with two months?

The dual boot one?

Heraldoffreeent · 10-04-2015 9:56pm

Has anyone tried one of these lads?
http://www.mi.com/en/mibox/

On the plus side, Its from Xiaomi, and I'd be interested to see where they're going with TVboxes.
On the negative side, although it has a similar CPU/GPU as the Minix 8h, its fairly limited memory wise, at 1GRAM and 4G ROM, can take a 64g SD card though.
Price wise its about $70/80 from the usual sources.

Their TV actually has the box built in, I'm wondering if it would be difficult to put KODI on it though.

http://www.mi.com/en/mitv/

eamonnq · 11-04-2015 10:46am

Big Nelly wrote: »

Anyone know of anyone repairing these type of boxes around Dublin?

What is wrong with it ?

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

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