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Jaymoss 16-05-2026 14:11
Re: Android TV
 
over displayport which converts to HDMI in one cable

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the chips are like an order of magnitude more powerful than any amazon device

thenry 27-08-2026 10:53
Re: Android TV
 
Is it any good to disabled energy optimization? I was having a fiddle with my Nvidia shield last night because it somewhat struggles to multitask when streaming 4k. I guess optimization frees up ram of apps in the background but I want raw power. Anyway I've disabled optimization system wide. I feel a factory reset coming soon lol

SnoopZ 27-08-2026 11:00
Re: Android TV
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by thenry (Post 36221598)
Is it any good to disabled energy optimization? I was having a fiddle with my Nvidia shield last night because it somewhat struggles to multitask when streaming 4k. I guess optimization frees up ram of apps in the background but I want raw power. Anyway I've disabled optimization system wide. I feel a factory reset coming soon lol
Well it's something I always disable on a TV, so I would think it's best not to cripple it by having it on, so keep that ahit off.

Jaymoss 27-08-2026 11:55
Re: Android TV
 
One would have thought the system was clever enough to throttle itself when is in under low load and then boost when needed. This is not new technology

Energy optimisation on a TV just means it measures the outside light level and adjusts the brightness of the panel

thenry 27-08-2026 13:34
Re: Android TV
 
Is there a really powerful android TV device on the market? Seems very limited right now :no:

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Chinese boxes not included*

SnoopZ 27-08-2026 14:05
Re: Android TV
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by thenry (Post 36221604)
Is there a really powerful android TV device on the market? Seems very limited right now :no:

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Chinese boxes not included*
You have a Nvidia shield that is meant to be good, why change it?

Google TV Box should be OK, I've got a Thomson 270 4K box which is similar but they have currently lost their European distributor.

What's wrong with Chinese boxes? don't lump them all together I'm sure you can check reviews for good ones.

thenry 27-08-2026 14:10
Re: Android TV
 
The shield is good but it's dated. A more powerful processor and ram would be welcomed in a new release. No sign of such though.

Those Google streamers look interesting. I've had word it's as powerful as a fire stick :shrug:

Chinese boxes just keep getting released. No real support is given so an upgrade is the only logical step to take. I can't be arsed with constantly upgrading.

SnoopZ 27-08-2026 14:20
Re: Android TV
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by thenry (Post 36221607)
The shield is good but it's dated. A more powerful processor and ram would be welcomed in a new release. No sign of such though.

Those Google streamers look interesting. I've had word it's as powerful as a fire stick :shrug:

Chinese boxes just keep getting released. No real support is given so an upgrade is the only logical step to take. I can't be arsed with constantly upgrading.
I've done my research when buying mine, don't over think it.

If you had been in the states the ONN 4 K would be the way to go although a VPN is needed to set it up in the UK, my Thomson is based on it.

https://www.google.com/search?q=equi...client=gws-wiz

Don't knock the Google streamer 4k it is excellent same as the above 2 devices and none of these devices are sluggish and have updated features over the Shield.

If you're primary usage is streaming you can't go wrong with the Google Streamer, ONN 4K,Xiaomi TV Box S 3rd Gen.

SnoopZ 30-08-2026 09:26
Re: Android TV
 
Thenry

NordVPN seems to have issues today with both my IPTV services, I can get it working by either turning OFF Nord or selecting double VPN in the options.

If you're having issues let me know and I'll message you the exact work around.

Jaymoss 30-08-2026 09:37
Re: Android TV
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by thenry (Post 36221604)
Is there a really powerful android TV device on the market? Seems very limited right now :no:

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Chinese boxes not included*
Yes it is called a PC. I keep on telling people all these android boxes are pants. For £50 last year I was buying i5 6000 or 7000 series intel machines with 16GB of ram and 1TB SSD. Now you could mess around with this and install an Android Project ISO or create a bootable ISO variant or just run Bluestacks and you will not find an android tv box anywhere competes

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 36221606)
You have a Nvidia shield that is meant to be good, why change it?

Google TV Box should be OK, I've got a Thomson 270 4K box which is similar but they have currently lost their European distributor.

What's wrong with Chinese boxes? don't lump them all together I'm sure you can check reviews for good ones.
Unless you are very careful where you buy and even then you are not safe or decompile the rom and the bios on the device you have no way of knowing if there is malware on them and a hell of a lot of them do have malware

Reviews mean nothing most of them would not have a clue if you were distributed computing behind it

thenry 30-08-2026 09:57
Re: Android TV
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 36221763)
Thenry

NordVPN seems to have issues today with both my IPTV services, I can get it working by either turning OFF Nord or selecting double VPN in the options.

If you're having issues let me know and I'll message you the exact work around.
No issues here buddy. Thanks though.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jaymoss (Post 36221764)
Yes it is called a PC. I keep on telling people all these android boxes are pants. For £50 last year I was buying i5 6000 or 7000 series intel machines with 16GB of ram and 1TB SSD. Now you could mess around with this and install an Android Project ISO or create a bootable ISO variant or just run Bluestacks and you will not find an android tv box anywhere competes
How would you make it remote control friendly? I don't really want to mess around with a keyboard mouse combo. :(

SnoopZ 30-08-2026 11:57
Re: Android TV
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by thenry (Post 36221767)
No issues here buddy. Thanks though.

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How would you make it remote control friendly? I don't really want to mess around with a keyboard mouse combo. :(
Even though I couldn't be happier with my Android box and definitely have no reason to regret my purchase I would be interested with this remote question too.

Jaymoss 30-08-2026 12:06
Re: Android TV
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by thenry (Post 36221767)
No issues here buddy. Thanks though.

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How would you make it remote control friendly? I don't really want to mess around with a keyboard mouse combo. :(
you can buy USB remote controls or you could even run it using your phone or a tablet. First PC remote control I had was likely pre 2010 I would choose a bluetooth one if one exists

I got to say are you crazy? searching media sites having to type stuff in with a remote control is the most tedious pain in the rectum ever. The Logitech k400 series keyboards with a touch pad is a dream for a media centre

The more I am thinking the more options there are. How about voice operation ?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/198556002...nqyAGkwKICkyvQ


https://www.amazon.co.uk/i25-Wireles...0&gad_source=1

SnoopZ 30-08-2026 12:10
Re: Android TV
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Jaymoss (Post 36221776)
you can buy USB remote controls or you could even run it using your phone or a tablet. First PC remote control I had was likely pre 2010 I would choose a bluetooth one if one exists

I got to say are you crazy? searching media sites having to type stuff in with a remote control is the most tedious pain in the rectum ever. The Logitech k400 series keyboards with a touch pad is a dream for a media centre

The more I am thinking the more options there are. How about voice operation ?

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https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/198556002...nqyAGkwKICkyvQ

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https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/407076844146?_ul=GB&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338990945&toolid=10001&customid=eb%3Ag%3 Avms%3Aeb%3Ap%3A407076844146%3B{GCLID}&_trkparms=i spr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1PtA7VBw4Tym7Nis22KpAFw3&adty pe=pla&loc_interest_ms=&loc_physical_ms=9262905&gb raid=0AAAAADmMgiibgN-8Aao1qrjTMenhD6Jzi

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/i25-Wireles...0&gad_source=1
On my 2 devices I never type in by hand I use Google Home Remote and on Firestick their version of it I could never imagine typing in by hand it's all copy and paste for me.

That remote on eBay does look very nice.

Jaymoss 30-08-2026 12:13
Re: Android TV
 
This is 3rd gen but tbh these machines still hold up for less than £50 delivered
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/117381089...Bk9SR5aasamKaA

You could likely find one on vinted


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