Nipeandnopw wrote: » I have been reading the last few pages, but I'm still confused on which box to buy. This will not be for games. What is the best box to buy atm What minimum spec should I get Should I get android 6.0, or will 5.1 suffice I need ethernet as my WiFi is not always stable. My budget is circa €80, I can go higher if necessary.
the_syco wrote: » Slightly off-topic, but look at a pair of homeplugs. If you're with Eircom, you can get a decent set from them cheap enough.
BandMember wrote: » Definitely would always recommend that people using a wired connection with these boxes as the wifi can be very poor, especially any bit away from the router at all. I didn't realise that Eir did homeplugs, must check that out, but you can always pick up a set in Argos or online for around €25. Worth every cent if you can't connect direct with an ethernet cable.
Shefwedfan wrote: » I use TP-Link, got the following onehttps://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00GC3Z6I0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Cost me 50 odd pound, where are they online for 25? Need to get a few for brother....thanks
ElChe32 wrote: » Guys I'm wondering how difficult is it to update the firmware on an android box? I have an m8 quad 4 box and need to update the firmware. Been googling but have got mixed info so far!
Hollister11 wrote: » Sorry for all the questions. I'm looking at this MXQ-Pro Smart Android TV Box Android 5.1. It has 1gb ram, and 8gb storage. It's only $37 and I don't plan I on using kodi so not having android doesn't bother me. I plan on streaming only, no games. My only concern is the 1gb of ram.http://m.tomtop.com/smart-android-tv-player-box-1305/p-v1874eu.html
yabadabado wrote: » Dont waste your money would be my advice. Better off spending a bit of money and getting a box that isnt going to break your heart in the long run.
Hollister11 wrote: » This is my first one, do if I need a new one in 6 months that OK. My budget is roughly 100, but there's so many options I assumed that would OK to start with. I might look for a 2gb ram one.
BandMember wrote: » I use this one - very user friendly, works with any box and only costs a few quid.
the_syco wrote: » Here's a 2GB one. Why did you pick the MXQ brand? Have found the MiniX and Tronsmart to be good brands myself. DX.com is usually about 3 weeks shipping, but maybe longer as it's around the Chinese New Year, I think?
yabadabado wrote: » Folks do any of ye use this type of keyboard?Any one in particular that is recommended. I'm using one of the double sided remote/keyboard and think the above may be more user friendly.
Hollister11 wrote: » I saw a recommendation a few pages back for the NEXBOX A95X Android TV Box. The model I'm looking is 16gb/2gb ram. It also runs on Android 6.0. It has 4.5/5 stars on Amazon Link. I think this is the one.
Barr wrote: » Amazon has this one on offer at the moment Tonbux T11 4K Ultra HD Android TV Box Would this be a good option?https://www.amazon.co.uk/Android-Marshmallow-Tonbux-Amlogic-Streaming/dp/B01GJNTZP2/ref=gbph_img_m-3_9605_3ec5c91c?smid=AOFSQ95MAXIU4&pf_rd_p=90c79b0f-a9d1-48c6-93ac-a47d74959605&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-top-3&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=590987031&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=DPT46S3DPMPCVACB05ED
5500 wrote: » Ill give my 0.02 that may be of help to newbies. Ive used and gotten for a few friends the beelink mini mxiii ii over the past 2 months. Overall ive had no complaints with any that i have gotten. Beelink in fairness to them issue updates OTA and ive had two since using the box, so theres manufacturer support available which can be rare with cheaper boxes. I use it on wifi myself, its dual band and with a virgin router sees 70/80mbs upstairs and through some walls so im fairly impressed, no probs at all with streaming. Its S905x, 2gb ram and 16gb rom and android 6.0, so should be future proof for the time being with kodi, plus the s905x chip has some other active development mentioned below. Compared to some boxes online either no names or on adverts you cant go too far wrong with it for €45 delivered at gearbest - http://www.gearbest.com/tv-box-mini-pc/pp_446536.html Make sure to select priority line ireland express for shipping, roughly 10 days for delivery by anpost and no vat to worry about. Granted its not the best out there but you could do far worse for the money. Incedently for anyone wanting to tinker im runninv librelec on mine, couple of hiccups with wifi initially but aside from that its blazing fast, if you dont need android its definitly the way to go with it. Hopefully that helps some of the people wonder what first box to get or even anyone looking to update an older box for not a lot of money. If theres any other specific questions on it ill try answer if i can.
renov8 wrote: » Looking for a replacement for the Nexbox because of the green screen issue. Was about to pull the trigger on the Beelink but thought i'd have a quick google first. Seems this also has a problem with old Sony Brivia TVs :mad:
.red. wrote: » My phone and tablet updated to kodi 17 yesterday. My neo u1 is running "xbmc for minix" which I gather is the same thing as kodi. This hasn't updated tho and is still on 16.3. Will there be an update coming? Do I even need one? Everything is working fine as it is, for now anyway. Cheers.
blobbie wrote: » Have a read here http://www.minixforum.com/threads/official-candidate-for-kodi-17-is-out.15555/
the_syco wrote: » What sort of problem?
