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  • #122
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,789 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    Invincible wrote: »
    The Pipo was mentioned earlier in thread, don't have one myself but got mail about offer today, compared to $65 for Tronsmart MXIII.

    http://promotion.geekbuying.com/promotion/pipo_x7s_sale?sc_src=email_131918&sc_eh=a1cb8becd51265501&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=EDM&utm_content=&utm_campaign=DMEMS_2015-08-11+14%3A00%3A00_+EDM0811+&sc_llid=128617&sc_lid=3662654&sc_uid=AQUCDk8GdN

    How would this compare to the Box in post 20 of this thread ?


  • #123
    Invincible
    Registered Users Posts: 6,111 ✭✭✭Invincible


    emmetkenny wrote: »
    How would this compare to the Box in post 20 of this thread ?

    That's an M8 android, some have had trouble with the firmware on them, I got an M8S 2GB last December and had no bother with it. I can't comment on the Pipo X7, but michael99999 had good reports of them.


  • #124
    Invincible
    Registered Users Posts: 6,111 ✭✭✭Invincible


    emmetkenny wrote: »
    How would this compare to the Box in post 20 of this thread ?

    There's a dual operating Tronsmart Ara IZ37 that's mentioned in a Facebook group as being very good, has both android and a licences version of windows upgradable to 10 for free. Its $129.99


  • #125
    michael999999
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 7,771 ✭✭✭michael999999


    emmetkenny wrote: »
    How would this compare to the Box in post 20 of this thread ?

    I've had the M8 and the WiFi is touch and go. Didn't find the box great to be honest.

    Much prefer the Pipo.


  • #126
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,789 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    Thanks for the comments lads. This is going to be my first box so want something cheap enough to start with that I can muck around with.

    Then once I get the hang of it I'll upgrade in a few months and sell the old one off :)


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  • #127
    AndersLimpar
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 203 ✭✭AndersLimpar


    I've had quite a few of these chinese boxes, M8, MXQ, MXII etc and they all have their pros and cons. However if you have any idea or knowledge on how to root and flash a new ROM onto a box then by far and away the best box is the Nexus Player. You need to root it and put Lollirock onto it and once you have done this the box is 100% stable and plays everything. Its in a completely different league to the cheap chinese stuff. COsts a bit more as you would expect but it removes all the headaches and problems that come with the chinese stuff.


  • #128
    Invincible
    Registered Users Posts: 6,111 ✭✭✭Invincible


    AndersLimpar wrote: »
    I've had quite a few of these chinese boxes, M8, MXQ, MXII etc and they all have their pros and cons. However if you have any idea or knowledge on how to root and flash a new ROM onto a box then by far and away the best box is the Nexus Player. You need to root it and put Lollirock onto it and once you have done this the box is 100% stable and plays everything. Its in a completely different league to the cheap chinese stuff. COsts a bit more as you would expect but it removes all the headaches and problems that come with the chinese stuff.

    Where did you purchase this Nexus box from, any links?


  • #129
    AndersLimpar
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 203 ✭✭AndersLimpar


    I bought it on Amazon. Pretty sure you can get it on the Google play store too?


  • #130
    flangemeistro
    Registered Users Posts: 1,692 ✭✭✭flangemeistro


    AndersLimpar wrote: »
    I've had quite a few of these chinese boxes, M8, MXQ, MXII etc and they all have their pros and cons. However if you have any idea or knowledge on how to root and flash a new ROM onto a box then by far and away the best box is the Nexus Player. You need to root it and put Lollirock onto it and once you have done this the box is 100% stable and plays everything. Its in a completely different league to the cheap chinese stuff. COsts a bit more as you would expect but it removes all the headaches and problems that come with the chinese stuff.

    1GB of Ram?


  • #131
    AndersLimpar
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 203 ✭✭AndersLimpar


    flangemeistro wrote: »
    1GB of Ram?
    Is that a question or a statement?

    Don't buy it if you don't want to - I gave my opinion based on having a few of these boxes and in my opinion the Nexus Player is in a completely different league in relation to reliability compared to the cheap Chinese stuff.

    There is nothing bad about the Chinese stuff as it's cheap and generally works ok but they are not 100% reliable and you will have some problems with them.

    If you are happy with that scenario then buy the Chinese stuff or else pay a bit more and get a better box.

    BTW 1GB of RAM is more than enough for the vast majority of people. All they will be used for is playing games and watching TV so it won't really be multitasking.


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  • #132
    Heraldoffreeent
    Registered Users Posts: 1,467 ✭✭✭Heraldoffreeent


    flangemeistro wrote: »
    1GB of Ram?

    While RAM may be important on the Android box as a comparator, its more difficult to compare the Nexus with an Android box on RAM alone.

    Think Phones, if you're buying an Android mid range or top range then you're looking for a couple of GB, however most, if not all, IPhones are still only coming with 1GB.


  • #133
    advertsfox
    Registered Users Posts: 2,699 ✭✭✭advertsfox


    Pocoyo wrote: »
    Dont get a fire stick!!!
    Why so? I have one with FireStarter sideloaded, running XBMC, Plex, Chrome, Astro etc excellently, it's a fantastic device to sideload apps to with great spec esp. compared to the likes of the MK809 (which I have as well with a cloned setup of Kodi).

    http://sideloadfiretv.com/top-apps-to-sideload-to-your-amazon-fire-tv/
    http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/themes-apps/app-root-home-launcher-replacement-app-t3118135

    firestarter_screenshot_01_small.png


  • #134
    SM01
    Registered Users Posts: 1,424 ✭✭✭SM01


    I'm an absolute newbie but have taken the plunge and got the J-bonest box that's been recommended. I'll be doing some research while waiting for delivery however if anyone, out of the goodness of their heart, would care to take a minute to PM me a link or two to help me get started that would be much appreciated.


  • #135
    masterboy123
    Registered Users Posts: 5,716 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    I also ordered M8S today.

    If anyone could PM me too, that would be of great help.
    SM01 wrote: »
    I'm an absolute newbie but have taken the plunge and got the J-bonest box that's been recommended. I'll be doing some research while waiting for delivery however if anyone, out of the goodness of their heart, would care to take a minute to PM me a link or two to help me get started that would be much appreciated.


  • #136
    daytob
    Registered Users Posts: 1,900 ✭✭✭daytob


    sent you both a pm to email me


  • #137
    Banjo String
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,380 ✭✭✭✭Banjo String


    daytob wrote: »
    sent you both a pm to email me

    This is the man to get you started.

    Him and pocoyo got me up and running. Legends.


  • #138
    SM01
    Registered Users Posts: 1,424 ✭✭✭SM01


    Banjo String wrote: »
    This is the man to get you started.

    Him and pocoyo got me up and running. Legends.

    Daytob going beyond the call of duty to help - very sound gentleman.

    Edit: and Pocoyo too. Thanks for the help folks!


  • #139
    enno99
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,988 ✭✭✭enno99


    I ordered one of these the other day will here be next week I hope

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCNoa5LCGFI



    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VP5rDgCa8g



    108 euros on offer at the moment 50% off they have free shipping takes a few weeks or about 10euro I think for 3 to 7 days

    All the reviews I looked at were good



    I will post again when I get it

    Features:
    PIPO X8 TV box with Windows8.1 and Android4.4 Dual OS
    Intel Z3736F quad core up to 2.16GHz
    2GB DDR3L RAM + 32GB ROM
    Intel HD Graphics
    Resolution: 1280 x 800
    Built-in speaker and mic
    Support Bluetooth 4.0
    Support LCD display
    802.11b/g/n LAN
    Power: 12V/2.4A
    Software: Youtube/ Facebook / Twitter / MSN / Skype / Calculator / Google Mail / Google maps / iReader / Quick Office
    Ebook: WORD / EXCEL / PPT / PDF / TXT / CHM/HTML

    It also has a free year of office 365 IIRC


  • #140
    Pocoyo
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,587 ✭✭✭Pocoyo


    Enno amazing piece of kit apparently they tend to overheat but saying that i was going to buy one i just couldnt justify the price as my current box is more than i need.

    ....i still might buy one now that you posted that ya bollox. ;)


  • #141
    michael999999
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 7,771 ✭✭✭michael999999


    Pocoyo wrote: »
    Enno amazing piece of kit apparently they tend to overheat but saying that i was going to buy one i just couldnt justify the price as my current box is more than i need.

    ....i still might buy one now that you posted that ya bollox. ;)

    I have the X7. Its excellent


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  • #142
    enno99
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,988 ✭✭✭enno99


    Pocoyo wrote: »
    Enno amazing piece of kit apparently they tend to overheat but saying that i was going to buy one i just couldnt justify the price as my current box is more than i need.

    ....i still might buy one now that you posted that ya bollox. ;)

    haha yeah I cant wait to get my hands on it :D


  • #143
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,789 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    enno99 wrote: »
    I ordered one of these the other day will here be next week I hope

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCNoa5LCGFI



    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VP5rDgCa8g



    108 euros on offer at the moment 50% off they have free shipping takes a few weeks or about 10euro I think for 3 to 7 days

    All the reviews I looked at were good

    I will post again when I get it

    Features:
    PIPO X8 TV box with Windows8.1 and Android4.4 Dual OS
    Intel Z3736F quad core up to 2.16GHz
    2GB DDR3L RAM + 32GB ROM
    Intel HD Graphics
    Resolution: 1280 x 800
    Built-in speaker and mic
    Support Bluetooth 4.0
    Support LCD display
    802.11b/g/n LAN
    Power: 12V/2.4A
    Software: Youtube/ Facebook / Twitter / MSN / Skype / Calculator / Google Mail / Google maps / iReader / Quick Office
    Ebook: WORD / EXCEL / PPT / PDF / TXT / CHM/HTML

    It also has a free year of office 365 IIRC

    Would this be better than the box in post 20 ? I still haven't pulled the trigger on one yet but I'm getting itchy fingers now. :)


  • #144
    Pocoyo
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,587 ✭✭✭Pocoyo


    emmetkenny wrote: »
    Would this be better than the box in post 20 ? I still haven't pulled the trigger on one yet but I'm getting itchy fingers now. :)

    wait a sec. for mick to answer


  • #145
    Pocoyo
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,587 ✭✭✭Pocoyo


    michael999999 wrote: »
    I have the X7. Its excellent

    Do they overheat????


  • #146
    michael999999
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 7,771 ✭✭✭michael999999


    Pocoyo wrote: »
    Do they overheat????

    Mine hasn't.

    And I leave it running overnight to record from XBMC and downloading stuff!

    And have upgraded to windows 10 in the last few days.


  • #147
    enno99
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,988 ✭✭✭enno99


    emmetkenny wrote: »
    Would this be better than the box in post 20 ? I still haven't pulled the trigger on one yet but I'm getting itchy fingers now. :)

    I cant say there are heaps of these boxes out there I was itching to buy Droidbox T8-S but I like this it can be used without a monitor if you want
    the 108 euro version is 64gb ROM I intend to use it with http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/wireless-touch-keyboard-k400r?crid=26
    which Im using on a Sumvision cyclone X2 on TV
    Also kodi on a laptop hooked up TV in other room using same keyboard
    If your unsure maybe by a cheap stick or box and get used to messing around with it you can use it on an other TV later
    Check out that link I gave there are a few cheap options there
    hope that helps


  • #148
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,789 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    enno99 wrote: »
    I cant say there are heaps of these boxes out there I was itching to buy Droidbox T8-S but I like this it can be used without a monitor if you want
    the 108 euro version is 64gb ROM I intend to use it with http://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/wireless-touch-keyboard-k400r?crid=26
    which Im using on a Sumvision cyclone X2 on TV
    Also kodi on a laptop hooked up TV in other room using same keyboard
    If your unsure maybe by a cheap stick or box and get used to messing around with it you can use it on an other TV later
    Check out that link I gave there are a few cheap options there
    hope that helps

    I've been running Kodi on my Mac for a little over a week now, thanks to the guys here for the help getting me up and running, just waiting until I get paid before I buy a box to plug into the TV to utilize the bigger screen.

    I've watched a few movies on the Mac over the last week and the quality has been very goof and I'm getting the hang of navigating menus and content :)


  • #149
    enno99
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,988 ✭✭✭enno99


    emmetkenny wrote: »
    I've been running Kodi on my Mac for a little over a week now, thanks to the guys here for the help getting me up and running, just waiting until I get paid before I buy a box to plug into the TV to utilize the bigger screen.

    I've watched a few movies on the Mac over the last week and the quality has been very goof and I'm getting the hang of navigating menus and content :)

    ah ok you have the gist of it
    All i can say is your getting a windows pc and a android box/tablet all in one
    ill pm you with a link to a website you will find lots of info on KODI IPTV etc there check out his youtube channel also


  • #150
    masterboy123
    Registered Users Posts: 5,716 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    is it possible to have Kodi on windows laptop without android box?
    emmetkenny wrote: »
    I've been running Kodi on my Mac for a little over a week now, thanks to the guys here for the help getting me up and running, just waiting until I get paid before I buy a box to plug into the TV to utilize the bigger screen.

    I've watched a few movies on the Mac over the last week and the quality has been very goof and I'm getting the hang of navigating menus and content :)


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  • #151
    michael999999
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 7,771 ✭✭✭michael999999


    masterboy123 wrote: »
    is it possible to have Kodi on windows laptop without android box?

    Yes. I have it on my pipo x7 running Windows 10. Its brilliant. Seems a lot more stable than the android boxes..


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