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ComfortKid

Just wondering is there any cheap Chinese versions of a dream box and does anybody know where id look for one.

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Cantona's Collars

What ever happened to the days when people used google to find out how to get the best out of these boxes? Instead we get constant questions about apps and add-ons that can't be discussed here.Even sticking Android box into the search on YouTube will give idiot proof guides to setting them up.
The discussion now should be on future proof boxes which will be compatible with the new versions of kodi. (As far as I can see kodi doesn't breach the charter as it's just a media player,it's the add-ons that we can't talk about)Maybe a mod can completely clarify this.

Bob Z

BandMember wrote: »

I'm glad to help people out as well, but when people are too lazy to even read a few pages or even a few posts of a thread, will they even bother to read replies? These boxes require some research, effort and work - I wouldn't recommend them to people who are going to be too lazy to do that...

Well, if you read some of the thread, you would see plenty of people recomending boxes AND giving reasons why they are recommending them.

I was never completely happy running 15.2, I never found it totally stable and upgraded to 16.1 as soon as there was a stable release. Been very happy with it to be honest, can't remember having any issues with it. You'll have to upgrade sooner or later as add ons will not be compatible with older versions and/or your box might not support it anymore if the firmware changes, but, I suppose for the moment, if it works for you, there's probably no point in changing it.

Yes I was going to get a mxq now people on here are saying it's not future proof so there's no harm in asking

Jurgen Klopp

vectra wrote: »

Thats all very fine. But when you have people that simply have no clue where to start it is always helpful to get a bit of advice from experienced users.

Yep, only gonna make newbies afraid to ask for help, seen it happen across many forums if it annoys someone to repeat themselves I understand, just dont respond to their questions.

vectra

BandMember wrote: »

I'm glad to help people out as well, but when people are too lazy to even read a few pages or even a few posts of a thread, will they even bother to read replies? These boxes require some research, effort and work - I wouldn't recommend them to people who are going to be too lazy to do that...

Thats all very fine. But when you have people that simply have no clue where to start it is always helpful to get a bit of advice from experienced users.

flutered

Copper_pipe wrote: »

http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/12/27/smart-mans-smart-television-google-tv-caught-malware-now-bricked/

:pac: :pac:

are not malwarebytes up up date on the ransom ware bug

BandMember

vectra wrote: »

Maybe for you it might be. But some of us are only to glad to help out.
I hate this sort of Attitude.:mad:

I'm glad to help people out as well, but when people are too lazy to even read a few pages or even a few posts of a thread, will they even bother to read replies? These boxes require some research, effort and work - I wouldn't recommend them to people who are going to be too lazy to do that...

Bob Z wrote: »

cheers the the thing is there are so many android boxes i dont know which one to go for

Well, if you read some of the thread, you would see plenty of people recomending boxes AND giving reasons why they are recommending them.

vectra wrote: »

The Mini x is apparently a very good box.
I personally have an MX111 I got it on ebay, This one

But again this is not future proof for the newer upcoming software.

Then again this is a question I myself need to ask the techie lads.
I am currently running K*** 15.2.
Can I not continue to run that as it works fine for what I need?

I was never completely happy running 15.2, I never found it totally stable and upgraded to 16.1 as soon as there was a stable release. Been very happy with it to be honest, can't remember having any issues with it. You'll have to upgrade sooner or later as add ons will not be compatible with older versions and/or your box might not support it anymore if the firmware changes, but, I suppose for the moment, if it works for you, there's probably no point in changing it.

vectra

Bob Z wrote: »

cheers the the thing is there are so many android boxes i dont know which one to go for

The Mini x is apparently a very good box.
I personally have an MX111 I got it on ebay, This one

But again this is not future proof for the newer upcoming software.

Then again this is a question I myself need to ask the techie lads.
I am currently running K*** 15.2.
Can I not continue to run that as it works fine for what I need?

Bob Z

k123456 wrote: »

Originally Posted by Bob Z View Post
cheers the the thing is there are so many android boxes i dont know which one to go for

+1 to the Minix, they are well speced, reliable and have an active community, which is useful for
1 firmware updates, (can iron out bugs)
and
2 Support questions

http://www.minixforum.com/

Some of the cheaper brands wont have these

So minix is better than mxq (which I've heard mentioned)

k123456

Originally Posted by Bob Z View Post
cheers the the thing is there are so many android boxes i dont know which one to go for

+1 to the Minix, they are well speced, reliable and have an active community, which is useful for
1 firmware updates, (can iron out bugs)
and
2 Support questions

http://www.minixforum.com/

Some of the cheaper brands wont have these

Jurgen Klopp

Bob Z wrote: »

cheers the the thing is there are so many android boxes i dont know which one to go for

Hey mate i understand some may not be techy so don't be afraid to ask what you might think are silly questions, plenty of us are willing to help. Ive been using this Minix Neo for at least a year and no problem can't fault it

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0192M8CSS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483066825&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=minix+neo&dpPl=1&dpID=411n1UDi5oL&ref=plSrch

Now, there is a newer version due early 2017 which would be a bit more future proof of you can wait called the Minix Neo U9

Just make sure you don't mention Kodi or other apps for dodgy viewing, you'll get banned, if you need any other advice your more than welcome to PM me

Bob Z

vectra wrote: »

Maybe for you it might be. But some of us are only to glad to help out.
I hate this sort of Attitude.:mad:

cheers the the thing is there are so many android boxes i dont know which one to go for

vectra

Copper_pipe wrote: »

http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/12/27/smart-mans-smart-television-google-tv-caught-malware-now-bricked/

:pac: :pac:

LOL

Copper_pipe

http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/12/27/smart-mans-smart-television-google-tv-caught-malware-now-bricked/

:pac: :pac:

vectra

BandMember wrote: »

Seriously dude, read the last few pages of this thread - the days of spoonfeeding people here are over. Sorry.

Maybe for you it might be. But some of us are only to glad to help out.
I hate this sort of Attitude.:mad:

Snake Plisken

Lads will you stop discussing illegal content on this thread you will get it shutdown which would be a shame as it's a useful thread for discussing Andriod boxes in general!

sonofenoch

Bob Z wrote: »

Would you recommend the mxq ? Why are you changing?

Would I? as a starter box why not.....I'd still use it as a 2nd box in another room and that's probably why I'm changing .......there's also the fact the older MXq boxes won't run Kodi 17 when it comes out and I just fancy something with a little more power more pleasing on the eye.....in the same way we change perfectly good tv's for something newer as one example

Bob Z

sonofenoch wrote: »

Thinking of getting a new box....considering either of these 2

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/291934520370?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/Android-6-0-TV-Box-Pendoo-X92-Octa-Core-2GB-16GB-XMBC-Kodi-Fully-Loaded-S912-4K-/112241298465?hash=item1a221a4c21:g:ZYQAAOSwJ7RYVvwM

both octa-core 2GB boxes......anyone no any pros and cons? so many brands of boxes it's tough deciding, my old plain MXq box that cost 25 quid has never let me down so don't want to get stung for a box that costs 3 times as much

Would you recommend the mxq ? Why are you changing?

Invincible

kleefarr wrote: »

Just ordered this..

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01KJYV82A/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Why did you not go for a box with Android 6.0 ?

NATLOR

BluesWeeper wrote: »

Any views on a pure android vs an amazon fire tv box? Besides being locked into amazons world any other downsides with the fire tv?

Have a 3 yo mygica android 4,2 atm and its creaking to run video on kodi etc. What about wetek core or hub?

I have a core nearly a year now( its used constantly and never a problem) great box would highly recommend. Also Wetek offer good customer support and an active online forum which is very useful.

BluesWeeper

Any views on a pure android vs an amazon fire tv box? Besides being locked into amazons world any other downsides with the fire tv?

Have a 3 yo mygica android 4,2 atm and its creaking to run video on kodi etc. What about wetek core or hub?

kleefarr

Just ordered this..

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01KJYV82A/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

sonofenoch

Thinking of getting a new box....considering either of these 2

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/291934520370?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/Android-6-0-TV-Box-Pendoo-X92-Octa-Core-2GB-16GB-XMBC-Kodi-Fully-Loaded-S912-4K-/112241298465?hash=item1a221a4c21:g:ZYQAAOSwJ7RYVvwM

both octa-core 2GB boxes......anyone no any pros and cons? so many brands of boxes it's tough deciding, my old plain MXq box that cost 25 quid has never let me down so don't want to get stung for a box that costs 3 times as much

BandMember

Bob Z wrote: »

thank you. ive seen a few online but where is the best place to buy one

Seriously dude, read the last few pages of this thread - the days of spoonfeeding people here are over. Sorry.

Bob Z

Joe Hill wrote: »

Qbox
100

thank you. ive seen a few online but where is the best place to buy one

Copper_pipe

That mediabox launcher thats comes pre installed on a few boxes is painfully slow at time. Nova is streets ahead of it

Joe Hill

Bob Z wrote: »

could someone reccomend me a good android box and how should i pay for a good one?

Qbox
100

Bob Z

could someone reccomend me a good android box and how should i pay for a good one?

UsedToWait

Just wanted to post about something people may not have considered for their cheapo android box: a custom ROM..

The Leelbox Q3 pro I bought earlier in the year (S905X box) started crapping out on me -
- Google play store wouldn't open and I'd have to go and get the latest apk, then eventually random apps wouldn't launch, with the message 'unfortunately (app name) has stopped'

I did a factory data reset, but this only resulted in the box getting stuck in a boot loop.

While waiting from a response from leelbox with link to download the software, I happened on a thread on XDA developers where a guy had made a custom ROM which he modified from a Mini M8s, but is also confirmed working on:
- Tanix TX5 Pro (the newest revision has a different wifi chip so WIFI will not work)
- Mini MX + S905x 1Gb
- TX95
- X96 this is the remote.conf
- Nexbox A5 2G/16G
- Nexbox A95x s905x 1g 8g
- Beelink Mini MXIII II (works but not wifi sorry)

I said I'd give it a go, so downloaded the zip and flashed it - the difference is night and day from the buggy, annoying, bloated software that came with my box.
It comes already rooted and with TWRP, so once I've finished setting everything up, I'll be able to do a full backup.

The only issues I've encountered are:
1. The remote control doesn't work (the box came with a really crap remote anyway, and I use a wireless keyboard - the developer has included several remote.conf files for other boxes though

2. Wifi doesn't work on my box now (which doesn't matter to me - in fact, I had the room wired for Ethernet especially for this box and was p1ssed off when Ethernet didn't work on the old software

Just thought I'd mention it, as some of ye may have an old S905X box gathering dust because the software crapped out or was too annoying..

Thread is here - use at own risk etc etc..

http://forum.xda-developers.com/android-stick--console-computers/amlogic/rom-mini-m8s-ii-2gb-xannytech-custom-t3513805

Cantona's Collars

So what are people planning to buy in anticipation of new versions of kodi not being compatible with older versions of Android?

Sappy404

mightybashful wrote: »

Did you get Google Play working?

Google Music worked fine and I downloaded a couple of apps from the Play store. I don't know why it crashed on first boot but didn't notice any issues. .