Easy to complain about cheap - knockoff- TV boxes when you obviously bought the cheapest you could find. Don't listen to this guy there are plenty of good Android TV Boxes that will do the job just fine and won't break the bank.
@@rickysarmientofernandez9136 Interesting. Since I don't bother with the expensive boxes I wasn't aware of this issue, good to know, thanks for the info Ricky.
@@presm26 and why exactly would anyone connect 3 Terabytes of HD to a TV box? For a video Library? if so I suggest setting up a FLEX account. As for the bluetooth keyboard any TVbox does that.
Yeah I agree I have 2 Android TV boxes at home and I prefer to have full Google play store unlike Android TV play store. Plus you can download the smart TV apps on the box if you really want that experience.
That's the thing...being able to load apps you want quickly and easily w/o jumping through a million hoops as you do with Android TV streamers like firestick etc. Also I do not like Android TV. I don't like it's version of RUclips and some other apps.
They serve a purpose. I got one for $11 USD delivered. It was actually free, because eBay gave me a voucher. It was called MX9 Android TV box, with that Ironman interface. It plays movies from USB, which is the only reason I bought it. It installs APK files, and I don't use it online. For an old TV that lacks movie file playback, they're ideal, and if you can get them cheap enough, they're well worth the price. Despite the low price, mine is pretty responsive, and plays full screen movies from files with no issues.
@@javieraravena3972 £100-£150 price difference for an nvidia shield, x96 max plus, x96 air or Droix GT King are cheaper alternatives with slight performance drops, it also depends how they are configured and what apps are used especially if you talk about game emulation Tbh I wanna see a review on the x96 max plus ultra, the HK1 box R2 and T95 plus, these tv boxes seem to be bottom top tier or top mid tier at a good price but I'm not sure about the performance 🤔
Depends what you want to use it for. If you want to connect an external hard drive, (upto 2tb), full of movies and TV programs from my experience some of the older boxes work better. Wolf Launcher, which is a brilliant luncher, also helps on the lower end boxes that tend to crash due to not having enough processing power after force stopping unnecessary apps running in the background.
I have three cheap Chinese TV boxes and have set up two for a friend. All are different brands. Some I really love and others not so much. All of them have Playstore access so not sure what you are talking about there. They all play 4k also. They are very different from each other so be careful making universal statements based on a single box. The one thing you are right about is that all have Netflix issues. These are drm-based issues and it means only the mobile version of Netflix can be made to work. The other thing they have in common is that they are all much, much, much cheaper than the rolls royce brands you recommend. They are all better than the under powered and under specced Amazon firestick. All of them run Kodi and Plex really well.
You know how difficult it is working with Netflix now. They are so picky and choosy that they would request you put a dedicated Netflix button on the remote control.
@@kuuku006 I tried Nova TV try to look up WWE raw they have the listings but none of the content plays I got out of it then I triedThe Wayans Brothers TV show that didn't work either so that sucks I don't know what the player but I know the app sucks. Kodi is still good you just have to know how to navigate and where to find the right content and keep up with the developers who actually make the add-ons
@@UGotHookah which of the boxes so you use?. Probably, the video formats cannot be played by these boxes. By the way, it's Nova video player only on the play store on Android tv
Mi box(2gig, 16gb) is a rip off, you have to compromise on speed and storage just for an unnecessary Google certification. Other TV boxes have AOSP(Android open source project) which is much better than android TV since it can play virtually all the apps whereas android TV CANNOT play all apps, but only apps made for Android TV.
I totally disagree with you. I have bought two different android TV boxes and they were really good. The whole point of a tv box I would say is to make a dumb tv smart, and if you can get that done with a simple tv box, that should be fine for me.
You can't go wrong really because tv boxes can be reconfigured and repurposed, I spent ages looking for an easy way to play ps2 games and lower some of these cheap TV boxes are the way forward plus they can do other things, tbh Netflix is a good but overrated luxury.. with the right apps and storage Netflix becomes a joke, just another subscription to pay for 💯
There are Android Tv Boxes with android mobile OS, then there are Android Tv OS boxes which are 2 totally different things smh ....not everyone uses Netflix or Amazon Prime Video ....boils down to the end user which devices will work for them not everyone "needs" an Nvidia Shield and when setup properly Android tv boxes "with stock android mobile os" have their benefits
@@grantrobertson4306 not everyone uses netflix and being a non certified google device doesnt mean netflix does not work ...netflix only works in 480p ....netflix comes in a few versions just need the right one....also not all "chinese" android tv boxes are manufactured the same i.e with specs, operating system or launcher build....i dont know where this reviewer in this video got his device from but his device doesnt cover "all" manufactured types of models of android tv boxes
@@pearlygates12 I said you're spot on with what you said - it depends on the needs of the end user. But *you're* not a typical end user - Netflix is a huge thing and it's the #1 reason why these cheap boxes are returned to stores. 480p resolution? We're in 2020 ... most things on Netflix are UltraHD / HDR. There's no sideloading to give you the proper Netflix experience. If you need Netflix (majority of people do), then you have to look at a certified box. The presenter is 100% correct in everything he has said
I like open devices. Got a beelink gt pro coming. Half the price of the shield and a good percentage of the performance. Rooted, full Netflix, everything you could want. 4K video up to 75 fps too!
the only thing is you won't be able to use full HD with Netflix cuz it's not an Android device that's supported by Netflix but still I'm the same way I don't care about if it's supported officially by Google as long as it's good and a lot of these boxes very few of them actually get updates so you got to be careful about that do your research before you buy
I have wasted cash on 4 Android TV boxes, the mx and the Beelink GT 6k are two, all purchased within months last year, but returned all but the GT (gave to the kids, but it's collecting dust there too, as they use Netflix through the XBOX) I finally settled for the Nvidia shield 😍 should have got it first. 4k content is simply fab, the OS is so damn smooth. Our Sony 4k Android TV doesn't come close to it. So if you are looking for the best experience, Go Shield, if you can't afford it, collect for it 👌🏼 Only issue is the Netflix app detects the smartDNS, so I have to use Netflix & Prime through the TV for US content. Hope this helps.
you lot are being way too harsh, he’s got a lot of points. He’s clearly just trying to warn us the downsides to very cheap android tv boxes *UPDATE* Yes yes he is absolutely right, do NOT skimp on an Android TV box, I bought a very cheap one and it sucks so bad that every app other than RUclips is unusable because of hoe poorly optimised it is… doesn’t even function to a point where you can actually play or download anything… they are god awful
Damn you're talking tosh. Yes, there are some really bad boxes, but there's also a lot of good ones and the Mi box you love so much is not better. And let's be honest, the reason people buy these is not for Netflix.
If you buy official android boxes out there that are not "cheap", here is what you get: 1. LOCKED/limited playstore with many apps missing like a usable browser for example 2. Bloatware and paid apps that need you to register for their services. 3. No rooting of the box which also means u cant install vital apps that block ads. So, yeah do I want to buy cheap android boxes like the X96 Air or X96 series that do not have these 3 things mentioned above? Hell yeah!
The only top notch official android box is the nvidia family shield tv’s. Mi box is an official android box but it is a Chinese box none the less. There are plenty of Chinese boxes that perform pretty well and have good specs far superior to the mi box as it is outdated. I personally use a vankyo x95 max and it is a beast compared to the mi box
Wal Mart sells a legit Jetstream Android TV box it's now running Android TV 9 just updated yesterday it has a new interface and got it for 59 bucks and I have a 4 tb ssd formated end enable developer options and choose to write apps to external drive via the USB ssd4tb allowing plenty of space for all your needs oh and not to mention google in February is dropping there on Android boxes with the newest Android TV
I've had lots of cheap ones and been fine, can usually find a way to flash them to update them and try different roms. Some can be buggy at first, but you work with them and get them working the way you want, sort of like an old car I suppose.
Many Android tv-boxes are rooted by default and we can easily remove those laggy launchers and those Chinese bloatware, I don't like the concept of packing bloatware, but Android Tv boxes are definetly an cheap solution to turn an FHD non-smart tv into an fully functional android tv. Just with some changes you can make Android Tv boxes run like an charm. I use an Mxq Pro 4k (based in rk3229 SoC) and it works nicely, after I removed that Chinese launcher and some other preloaded apps.
I have to disagree sorry about the preference to buy a Google certified box.I have had a few different android boxes over many years from proven solid companies like Minix,Zidoo and Mecool.The Zidoo box is a few years old running android 6 and still gets updates and has performed beautifully. and is my main go to box.I also have the latest Mecool KM9 Pro running android 10 and certified Goolge tv.I can't stand the Google certified version, so many of my favourite apps are not available from the playstore and I am constantly searching for apk's to sideload them and the UI just sucks for me, I so prefer stock android that you can tweak till the cows come home and set up just how you like it..I do agree the cheap unbranded boxes are terrible, the most important thing I look for is a brand that has a good reputation for rolling out constant reliable updates and also has good customer support which Zidoo have been awesome at.
I've bought some of these android boxes over the years and I would say that the vast majority are not Google certified. Indeed, apps like Amazon Prime, Netflix and even Google Play Movies do not work. If you want to be sure these streaming services work properly, you're better off with a Nvidia Shield every time.
And it's unusually expensive. Did you see their new Pro iteration?. Apparently, only the software have being updated but they claim a lot for their new box that's absolute lies.
About 1.5 years ago I bought thr T95s1 running genuine Android TV OS. The Mecool line also was running Android TV OS. It is, by far, the best way to watch and stream.
Yeah..I had one I got 4 years ago that had a really old version of Android that I couldn't update. Recently upgraded to one with Android TV OS and it's great. Everything works smoothly. Cost me 50 USD approx. The remote is fairly useless but I use a wireless keyboard/touchpad from Logitech so no problem. This guy is misleading people. For the average user that doesn't want to spend on a shield..these things certainly deliver the goods.
@@questionmark5463 About that first bit: Some of those manufacturers use outdated SoCs whose manufacturers don't provide Android development targets for newer releases, in order to cut costs. For e-readers, that basically includes all of the modern Likebook lineup as it runs on the Rockchip RK3368 which can't go beyond Android 6 because Rockchip won't provide the files for it for newer releases, instead only focusing on the RK3328 and RK3399.
The Mi Box S has 8gb of storage and 2gb of RAM. Yes, the true ATV UI is much better than the knockoffs. But this box does not have the specs to back it against cheaper boxes with better hardware. If you're planning on using this for more than a media player device, there are better options.
@@yankis. which one? x96 original, air, max plus, max plus ultra?? Because the x96 air is an slight upgrade to the x96 max plus which is one of the best of the x96 models 🤔 plus it does depend what you're using it for and how it's configured
Seriously, £20 for an android TV box and £65 for a projector and you have an 8ft screen streaming experience for under £100! I have that and it's fantastic.
@@mgg7756 It was the Elephas GC333. It's a 480p projector but is surprisingly good at showing 1080p films. The next step up from this model is £130 and is a full 1080p projector. It's probably worth the extra money
Many of these cheap boxes serve their purpose. I bought an x88 pro for $25 and it does exactly what I needed. Comes with Android 11 and I replaced the launcher with one of my preference. I needed a box to plug an external drive into and something to plug into a projector. Works great. I think your review completely misses the point of why people might need a cheap box. Yes there are rip-offs out there that lie about the Android version, but the ones that come with legit Android 10/11 do exactly what they're intended to do.
The only thing I'd add is that the Mi and Nvidea are the only boxes in your market, that have both Google and Netflix Certification. In other parts of the world there are other boxes that are certified - we have 4 locally available certified in South Africa (5, if you take into account people are bringing in the Nvidea themselves)
@@neon_dex42 Right now if you’re looking ‘normalI’ priced Android TV (Ie Not Shield pricing), I’d either go for Netogy Nova or Mi 4K stick. They’re very similar inside, but a few key differences: a) The Mi 4K supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support b) The Nova has 16Gb storage and being a box rather than a stick, has ports such as Ethernet, USB etc Both have the same processor, RAM, AV1 support, Android TV version etc
I mean you're not wrong, they certainly don't have the most polished UI/UX because it is AOSP but that's also what grants them a lot of flexibility. The nvidia shield is WAY overpriced imo, maybe nextgen will be somewhat fairly priced. However, if you need official streaming apps support then Android TV boxes are the way to go. For me, an unrepentant pirate, aosp boxes are perfect. Had a Minix for years, looking for a replacement now because the OS is so old by now that my apps stopped working properly. I also can't update them anymore but that's not so important, if they still worked properly I'd keep the Minix even if the apps versions remained the same (they still play all my media anyways).
I have an inexpensive T95 Max android TV box, and it does everything I want. Bought it because Amazon kept deleting the Twitch app on my Roku box, which won't happen on my T95 because it runs android phone o/s. Picture quality on Netflix and Amazon prime is excellent, better than my certified Roku box. One question - won't the official Android TV boxes have far less available apps than the standard Android o/s these boxes run?
Thanks for posting, I bought a Yagala brand android tv box on Amazon which is obviously a knock off and it wouldn't support chrome cast or mirroring. Now I know why. Wish I would've spent the extra $.
Well, I got mine for only $26 with 4gb ram and 64gb internal storage. It works as it should. Plays You Tube the whole day. It's not perfect but it gets the job done. But comparing it to a $200 nVidia Shield? No way. But a decent Android TV Box for a few ten buck notes? Yes sir!
I have recently bought a really cheap ( c. 60 $ ) Allwinner X96H with Android 9, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage (!), 4-core Arm Cortex A53, 1, 5 GHz ( Allwinner H603 ), 3 USB ports, 1 HDMI out +1 HDMI in ( I used for my Chromecast device, but it does in principle have Chromecast onboard, if you purchase the pro version of the AirScreen app ), ethernet, optical & AV, miracast - as well as WiFi ( both 2.4 & 5.2 GHz bands ) and Bluetooth. I think it's great for my purpose ( I don't have Netflix 🙄 ) - and it does actually display 4K video very well 😉
Hmmmm. There are plenty of reviewers showing smooth 4K streaming in many boxes. Yes, there are some crappy ones but there are at least 20 plus very good cheap TV boxes that stream 4K, have plenty of USB inputs have either android 9 OR a proper Android TV interface. Some are even great gaming boxes too. You need to check which have Netflix widevine L3 or it's only 480p on boxes (but can hack this according to reviewers with Kodi).
I totally agree with you ! Along the years them cheap boxes just end up going in the bin , I’ve had my shield 3 years without a single problem it’s like brand new !! Also I have the mii box in my bedroom & thats great ! Well done fella finally someone’s said the truth
How much did it cost?? And can someone who earns less than 300 euro per month afford it?? The cheap one are for people who cand afford the Nvidia shield
some of what you say is true but remember expensive boxes go out of date too, a cheap one can be renewed more painlessly! 10.0 on many already outdoes some expensive others.
After experiencing the Firesticks under powered, low storage capabilities I moved on to the Chinese android boxes and never looked back. Sure, they may not arrive fully loaded but it's easy to update or download new apk's. Just buy one with at least 2Gb ram and 16Gb Rom.
I got a Chromecast with Google TV back in March. Apart from the slow initial connection to the internet, it's actually pretty good. I just plug it in a few minutes beforehand.
You bought literally the worst box available lol, one of the best ones is X96 max plus, a really solid box, comes rooted, actually plays 4k content, has the full play store...
Why does he seem like a android tv hater? The whole point of these cheap boxes is to access free movies and tv shows. The nividea sheild cost $200 not $70.
I use A5X Max... Beating as** out of that Mi box when compare 1 next to another one. Had software update on android 9.0,no trace of Chinese language in any app
Its all about hardware and drivers. With community interested to hacky hacky the chinese models you can easily go way better compared to more expensive ones. Keep in mind thou that panfrost is still under development to provide proper opensource alternative to gpu drivers. You might wanna buy those official or other versions of hardware ofc if you have the money and want out of the box experience to be "solid". But they arent definately the best bang for the buck. Also you should buy only latest hardware models of those boxes even they would have less mature firmware/software/driver atm. They will be faster in future when opensource support gets there if it gets there.
Most people will use these android boxes for Kodi corelec or librelec or kodi on android. Netlfix is bundled now with some many other devices that you dont need dedicated box for it. In australia even Foxtel now provided Netflix officially as does FetchTv. Also the andorid boxes you refer to have other uses retro gaming etc. Shield would be nice but if you loom at reviews there has been very little in way of performnce increase between previous editioms and the current new one. While in these other android boxes there has been good growth and much of the dev work being done on those also contibutes to the official boxes. Further ther is also the Odrioid N2. These boxes have there application and uses. Your review is true but onky from a netflix centred perspective.
That's what I've been replying when I see these comments, the end user matters as some of us don't care about Netflix if that is the only concern then just buy a chrome cast device they are cheaper and definitely come in 4k, I joined the TV box party because of the SNES classic mini, I found out it was running inferior hardware to what is in a lot of these cheaper TV boxes, £30-£70 can get me a TV box that gives me access to most retro and modern retro games plus there are alternatives to watch films 💯
It's almost one of the most known ones in general I think. This one used to come pre-installed on some of my earlier Android devices. Some brands still do that.
All thousands of boxes are not bad. If you buy the cheapest, it'll probably be bad. Plenty of $40 boxes are fine. Shield however is the only one can seemingly do 4k with no issues. For 1080p video, a good box like the MI Box S or T95 max+ will do.
@@fciaas yes, as long as its a quality box. specs are overrated . i have a minix Neo u9h with 2gb and 16 gb storage. works great and have had it three years. also streams live tv no buffering. only the shield is better in my opinion.
I bought one here in the Philippines for 599 php or about 12.50 USD. The GUI is exactly like the one in this video. It has access to Google Play store and you can sideload APKs into it actually. You can also download aptoide to it and get your apps from there. The interface is definitely as clunky as shown here. I use it for Netflix and RUclips. Works well enough for me. A little bit of slow browsing here and there isn't really an issue for me at this price range. Turns my non-smart TV into a smart one. Gonna try some games on it to see how well the CPU/GPU holds up. Apparently, it has an octa core 1.4 ghz CPU, so it might be able to run emulators at least. (Also, I have a mobile only Netflix subscription and it works flawlessly with this box)
Good thing yours is working fine, Ive read the 1/2 star reviews and all they say is just what the guy in the video said. Idk if i have to go or add more 1100php for a mi stick
What movie or show was that towards end ? The folks with eye cover guy colored clothing. Is it $5 one time or monthly subs ? I hope not. I think you'd have said it of it was so.
I HATE the Android TV interfaces, I LIKE THE PHONE INTERFACE (called Android basic) on the boxes and I use an air mouse (MyGica with lightup keyboard on back). Ive been using that for years on my Minix Neo boxes (displays all 4k files just fine) and couldnt be happier with all free content using apks and I use NOVA LAUNCHER so the interface is beautiful and customizable
Hey, thanks for your awesome video 👍 I have a MAG254 not being used at all - what could I do with that? I bought it thinking I could find loads of free streams but to be honest I never got into that. Just wondering it I can use it for something or maybe i just sell it.
Tony Haboush Hi Tony, I bought it a couple of years ago on eBay, probably around £50. No idea what version of android, I’m not sure it runs android at all tbh. It’s a streaming player which needs to be pointed to a stream, but I never found a good source for free streams.
You're a 100% right bro.. Before buying a TV box, check the brand.. I bought x96 mini 4k and it's trash. The remote is a 2000s' model.. I have sagem tv box now and it really made my old TV smart.
I wouldn't touch the x96 mini it's not good enough, now if you said the x96 max plus or air I'd be a bit confused unless you don't know how to configure and all you use it for is Netflix
I bought a cheap android TV box. Everything was working properly and the first time netflix was updated it said this version is not compatible with your device. I contacted netflix and they replied that this box did not have accreditation from them ... They gave me the list of all devices compatible with their platform and operating in 4K. So the one who wants quality 4K + Netflix without problems, consult the list established by Netflix.
I have two of the boxes I bought off Amazon they all work fine I have no clue what you're talking about they all work fine. I understand your deal with proprietary content and that you're trying to be sponsored by somebody don't knock what other people do.
@@smug_slime run Netflix works fine my Amazon prime works fine again I do not know what you're talkin about. Making a living putting down some other stuff just because it's not a way to go. If it's not your cup of tea that's fine and dandy but don't sit and tell people that have used the product and are happy with it that it's no good.
@@grantrobertson4306 I'm not getting up explaining what boxes I have because you don't understand that some people don't really care what dude says. If you buy something and it is satisfactory to you that all that matters.I understand what he's trying to say but he's not understanding what others are saying just like you.I see that you went and personally commented on everyone's post that said they have a box that works. Do you have nothing else better to do? Just to let you know I've had one box for 4 years and I bought another one the beginning of 2019. I can log in and use my Amazon primemy Netflix login and attaches to any and everything that I use such as my computer so if I started on my box I can finish it on my computer. All of my other apks work fine have no issues so again what works for one might not work for you. You have no right to tell somebody else would they have just like that gentleman is wrong. If you notice a lot of people say that their box works their box does what they needed to do for them. All people care about is if you can plug it in watch your movies and enjoy yourself. That is the reason we buynot for all the technical stuff you want if that was the case I will sit and watch things on my $500 laptop or my tower that I built myself from scratch. So go bug someone else and have a nice evening or morning in my case.
@@MrDarkeros So to be clear - you watch a RUclips video and comment that the reviewer is wrong / no clue / stupid - but you actively refuse to tell us about the magical Android TV box that you have, even when asked? Don't you think that kills your credibly when you're trying comment on things like this? It would be great if you could backup your comments with fact - but I understand if you prefer not to. I thought it would be great if you could at least tell people what the magical Android box that you're using is, so that others could be buy it too ... but it seems you're very secretive about it. Cool!
I just got the Sawpy TX6 android 9.0 TV box, with 32 gb of storage, and 4gb of ram off of Amazon for 29$. It has no bloat ware, it runs the full version of Android 9.0 and it has the official Google play store. No blutooth, but it does have 3 USB ports. Heck of deal if you ask me.
Famous saying applies here. “You get what you pay for”. My cheap now tv box/stick doesn’t even have an App Store so whose the joke on? I’m paying the same for less for an official product lol
Instead of getting an Android TV box that runs the wrong interface, you should get the ONN Android TV box (the cheapest option to get, but it's available only at Walmart), get the Nvidia Shield (if you're a high-end gamer), get the Chromecast with Google TV (that runs Google's UI of Android TV), get the Mi Box S, or get the TiVo Stream 4K.
That's the worst thing about the Mi box...android tv and play store are to controlling and limiting...you are better off with just a plain android box...
I have a shield and it's fantastic. Now I'm looking for a second certified box for another room. The mi box is garbage hardware-wise. Considering a Mecool KM3 for a about half the cost of another shield. It's certified too. Netflix won't work on it but I don't care about that. I want a box with fairly good hardware, Widevine Level 1, HDCP support, and must be non-rooted or at least a root switch. All I want is to play DRM channels through my HDHR Prime with Google Live Channels and maybe some games, run Kodi, etc. Options are few right now.
Isn't the point of the knockoff to get an uncrippled version of apps such as Kodi that future updates will never cripple? So that you get free streaming content that others pay for?
Don't listen to all those people here who claim that he is wrong with this video. The video is absolutely correct! Just because non-certified TV boxes with some hacked together Android can run apps like Kodi, doesn't invalidate the problems he mentions! All sorts of issues arise with the awful UI those noname Chinese boxes use and it takes a lot of tinkering to find a semi-good solution. Even Kodi has issues with those Tablet Android Boxes like home screen tiles.
I got and android box for $60 bucks and pretty satisfied. Its 4k, 64gb, its fast ass hell, play store, plays emulators, connect game controllers with usb or bluetooth. And if the app isnt instore, you can download apk and install it. If you dont like the interface you can download new launchers in play store. And most people buy these to replace cable. Because you can download everything with ease with android boxes. Better than rokus and firesticks. I have a shield and its good, but for the price tag and 16gb of storage its not ideal. But it is a superior product.
Easy to complain about cheap - knockoff- TV boxes when you obviously bought the cheapest you could find. Don't listen to this guy there are plenty of good Android TV Boxes that will do the job just fine and won't break the bank.
I agree, very satisfied with my android 9.0 tv box. Serves my needs just fine.
@@rickysarmientofernandez9136 Interesting. Since I don't bother with the expensive boxes I wasn't aware of this issue, good to know, thanks for the info Ricky.
I can connect 3 Hard disks,a terabyte each, simultaneously on my mx10pro while still using my bluetooth keyboard. Lets see how his mi box beat that.
@@presm26 and why exactly would anyone connect 3 Terabytes of HD to a TV box? For a video Library? if so I suggest setting up a FLEX account. As for the bluetooth keyboard any TVbox does that.
Yeah I agree I have 2 Android TV boxes at home and I prefer to have full Google play store unlike Android TV play store. Plus you can download the smart TV apps on the box if you really want that experience.
i bought 2 different cheap android tv box (less than USD 25) they pretty cool to make smart to my old TVs
Ye this guy doesn't know what he's talkkng
Which ones did you buy? I'm looking to buy one but there are too many options.
@@mturawa i have H96Q and H 20 smart tv box (2GB ram, 16GB rom) both operated with ir remote and i8 wireless keyboard
Do they have RUclips and Netflix?
@@axl3226 yes they have
Buy cheap tv boxes and ditch cable!
Bought the X96 mini about 18 months ago. Works fine for my use. Has the apps i want and have downloaded. For the price of €30,i cannot complain.
That's the thing...being able to load apps you want quickly and easily w/o jumping through a million hoops as you do with Android TV streamers like firestick etc.
Also I do not like Android TV. I don't like it's version of RUclips and some other apps.
I have the same
Works fine
Even the x96 Air works great
how is its durability? i mean how long do this stuff work?
They serve a purpose. I got one for $11 USD delivered. It was actually free, because eBay gave me a voucher. It was called MX9 Android TV box, with that Ironman interface. It plays movies from USB, which is the only reason I bought it. It installs APK files, and I don't use it online. For an old TV that lacks movie file playback, they're ideal, and if you can get them cheap enough, they're well worth the price. Despite the low price, mine is pretty responsive, and plays full screen movies from files with no issues.
Thanks this the reason I want to buy one
"Stop buying cheap Android TV Box"
every 7 billion people : ignores
Instead of buying a cheap android tv box buy an Nvidia shield or a roku or a fire tv.
Or buy a mi box which is both certified and cheap
@@javieraravena3972 yeah
@@javieraravena3972 £100-£150 price difference for an nvidia shield, x96 max plus, x96 air or Droix GT King are cheaper alternatives with slight performance drops, it also depends how they are configured and what apps are used especially if you talk about game emulation
Tbh I wanna see a review on the x96 max plus ultra, the HK1 box R2 and T95 plus, these tv boxes seem to be bottom top tier or top mid tier at a good price but I'm not sure about the performance 🤔
Depends what you want to use it for. If you want to connect an external hard drive, (upto 2tb), full of movies and TV programs from my experience some of the older boxes work better.
Wolf Launcher, which is a brilliant luncher, also helps on the lower end boxes that tend to crash due to not having enough processing power after force stopping unnecessary apps running in the background.
Really depends on the box. With a few side loaded apps they work great.
Started off with the cheap boxes then purchased the Nvidia Shield, haven’t looked back since.
It cost here 60€
I have three cheap Chinese TV boxes and have set up two for a friend. All are different brands. Some I really love and others not so much. All of them have Playstore access so not sure what you are talking about there. They all play 4k also. They are very different from each other so be careful making universal statements based on a single box. The one thing you are right about is that all have Netflix issues. These are drm-based issues and it means only the mobile version of Netflix can be made to work. The other thing they have in common is that they are all much, much, much cheaper than the rolls royce brands you recommend. They are all better than the under powered and under specced Amazon firestick. All of them run Kodi and Plex really well.
You know how difficult it is working with Netflix now. They are so picky and choosy that they would request you put a dedicated Netflix button on the remote control.
And Kodi is so overrated, try nova video player on Android tv and you wouldn't regret it
@@kuuku006 I tried Nova TV try to look up WWE raw they have the listings but none of the content plays I got out of it then I triedThe Wayans Brothers TV show that didn't work either so that sucks I don't know what the player but I know the app sucks. Kodi is still good you just have to know how to navigate and where to find the right content and keep up with the developers who actually make the add-ons
@@UGotHookah which of the boxes so you use?. Probably, the video formats cannot be played by these boxes. By the way, it's Nova video player only on the play store on Android tv
Mi box(2gig, 16gb) is a rip off, you have to compromise on speed and storage just for an unnecessary Google certification. Other TV boxes have AOSP(Android open source project) which is much better than android TV since it can play virtually all the apps whereas android TV CANNOT play all apps, but only apps made for Android TV.
I totally disagree with you. I have bought two different android TV boxes and they were really good. The whole point of a tv box I would say is to make a dumb tv smart, and if you can get that done with a simple tv box, that should be fine for me.
You can't go wrong really because tv boxes can be reconfigured and repurposed, I spent ages looking for an easy way to play ps2 games and lower some of these cheap TV boxes are the way forward plus they can do other things, tbh Netflix is a good but overrated luxury.. with the right apps and storage Netflix becomes a joke, just another subscription to pay for 💯
There are Android Tv Boxes with android mobile OS, then there are Android Tv OS boxes which are 2 totally different things smh ....not everyone uses Netflix or Amazon Prime Video ....boils down to the end user which devices will work for them not everyone "needs" an Nvidia Shield and when setup properly Android tv boxes "with stock android mobile os" have their benefits
Spot on - but not everyone knows this.
Do you the #1 return for these boxes is lack of Netflix ?
@@grantrobertson4306 not everyone uses netflix and being a non certified google device doesnt mean netflix does not work ...netflix only works in 480p ....netflix comes in a few versions just need the right one....also not all "chinese" android tv boxes are manufactured the same i.e with specs, operating system or launcher build....i dont know where this reviewer in this video got his device from but his device doesnt cover "all" manufactured types of models of android tv boxes
@@pearlygates12 I said you're spot on with what you said - it depends on the needs of the end user.
But *you're* not a typical end user - Netflix is a huge thing and it's the #1 reason why these cheap boxes are returned to stores.
480p resolution? We're in 2020 ... most things on Netflix are UltraHD / HDR. There's no sideloading to give you the proper Netflix experience.
If you need Netflix (majority of people do), then you have to look at a certified box.
The presenter is 100% correct in everything he has said
I like open devices. Got a beelink gt pro coming. Half the price of the shield and a good percentage of the performance. Rooted, full Netflix, everything you could want. 4K video up to 75 fps too!
the only thing is you won't be able to use full HD with Netflix cuz it's not an Android device that's supported by Netflix but still I'm the same way I don't care about if it's supported officially by Google as long as it's good and a lot of these boxes very few of them actually get updates so you got to be careful about that do your research before you buy
yep - i was aware and don't use netflix, just RUclips and kodi. /amazon and netflix are 4k on my roku tv if needed
i mixed up the beelink with the ugoos box which is fully certified if im not mistaken
I have wasted cash on 4 Android TV boxes, the mx and the Beelink GT 6k are two, all purchased within months last year, but returned all but the GT (gave to the kids, but it's collecting dust there too, as they use Netflix through the XBOX) I finally settled for the Nvidia shield 😍 should have got it first. 4k content is simply fab, the OS is so damn smooth. Our Sony 4k Android TV doesn't come close to it.
So if you are looking for the best experience, Go Shield, if you can't afford it, collect for it 👌🏼
Only issue is the Netflix app detects the smartDNS, so I have to use Netflix & Prime through the TV for US content. Hope this helps.
Gavin Stryker its overpriced
you lot are being way too harsh, he’s got a lot of points. He’s clearly just trying to warn us the downsides to very cheap android tv boxes
*UPDATE* Yes yes he is absolutely right, do NOT skimp on an Android TV box, I bought a very cheap one and it sucks so bad that every app other than RUclips is unusable because of hoe poorly optimised it is… doesn’t even function to a point where you can actually play or download anything… they are god awful
I've bought heaps of them. All stream 4k official netflix and all have play store. Not sure what you're talking about 😂
The freeze constantly, I have the T95 Max android tv box and I regret buying one
Why uploading a video to RUclips without doing some research..? -_- !
its just a set top box.. dont expect it to be a computer which costs 20 times as much
bs.....
Damn you're talking tosh.
Yes, there are some really bad boxes, but there's also a lot of good ones and the Mi box you love so much is not better.
And let's be honest, the reason people buy these is not for Netflix.
Actually, the number #1 reason for returning these boxes is ... Netflix !
Who needs netflix when you can watch everything in a movie/tv app apk 😆
@@rickysarmientofernandez9136 True
@@DaddyBudot agree
That's true but if you have Netflix on it can you watch it or do you actually still have to pay for Netflix account I'm I'm confused I do not know
If you buy official android boxes out there that are not "cheap", here is what you get:
1. LOCKED/limited playstore with many apps missing like a usable browser for example
2. Bloatware and paid apps that need you to register for their services.
3. No rooting of the box which also means u cant install vital apps that block ads.
So, yeah do I want to buy cheap android boxes like the X96 Air or X96 series that do not have these 3 things mentioned above? Hell yeah!
Amazon has a lot of sketchy things on there.
Whats the big deal here??? "Netflix , there are many movie streaming apps on android in 4K running smoothly on all cheap Tv boxes .
Like what?
yes. and they are free
@@smug_slime BeeTV, cinema HD, etc
this man has never heard of piracy that is the main reason people buy cheap tv box
?
Some of the Chinese boxes are better than the official boxes. So I wouldn’t knock all of them
Mi box is best
Barn Owl lol, wouldn’t bet your life on it. Mi box is outdated
Like what? Tanix? Ugoos? Minix?
The only top notch official android box is the nvidia family shield tv’s. Mi box is an official android box but it is a Chinese box none the less. There are plenty of Chinese boxes that perform pretty well and have good specs far superior to the mi box as it is outdated. I personally use a vankyo x95 max and it is a beast compared to the mi box
@@jasons5704 does Vankyo support Google Cast and Netflix in HD at minimum 720p ?
I bought a cheap box...for a 32 inch 1080p tv...$30. I don't think I'll regret it.
Wal Mart sells a legit Jetstream Android TV box it's now running Android TV 9 just updated yesterday it has a new interface and got it for 59 bucks and I have a 4 tb ssd formated end enable developer options and choose to write apps to external drive via the USB ssd4tb allowing plenty of space for all your needs oh and not to mention google in February is dropping there on Android boxes with the newest Android TV
Dude, learn to use punctuation.
I've had lots of cheap ones and been fine, can usually find a way to flash them to update them and try different roms. Some can be buggy at first, but you work with them and get them working the way you want, sort of like an old car I suppose.
Many Android tv-boxes are rooted by default and we can easily remove those laggy launchers and those Chinese bloatware, I don't like the concept of packing bloatware, but Android Tv boxes are definetly an cheap solution to turn an FHD non-smart tv into an fully functional android tv. Just with some changes you can make Android Tv boxes run like an charm. I use an Mxq Pro 4k (based in rk3229 SoC) and it works nicely, after I removed that Chinese launcher and some other preloaded apps.
How do you remove it my friend
I have to disagree sorry about the preference to buy a Google certified box.I have had a few different android boxes over many years from proven solid companies like Minix,Zidoo and Mecool.The Zidoo box is a few years old running android 6 and still gets updates and has performed beautifully. and is my main go to box.I also have the latest Mecool KM9 Pro running android 10 and certified Goolge tv.I can't stand the Google certified version, so many of my favourite apps are not available from the playstore and I am constantly searching for apk's to sideload them and the UI just sucks for me, I so prefer stock android that you can tweak till the cows come home and set up just how you like it..I do agree the cheap unbranded boxes are terrible, the most important thing I look for is a brand that has a good reputation for rolling out constant reliable updates and also has good customer support which Zidoo have been awesome at.
I've bought some of these android boxes over the years and I would say that the vast majority are not Google certified. Indeed, apps like Amazon Prime, Netflix and even Google Play Movies do not work. If you want to be sure these streaming services work properly, you're better off with a Nvidia Shield every time.
And Mi Box is a very good cheap alternative.
And it's unusually expensive. Did you see their new Pro iteration?. Apparently, only the software have being updated but they claim a lot for their new box that's absolute lies.
@@SomethingSomewhereJustOnce and not Powerful enough. Needs some serious updating friend.
Ok had a cheap Android box stopped working in a year
About 1.5 years ago I bought thr T95s1 running genuine Android TV OS. The Mecool line also was running Android TV OS. It is, by far, the best way to watch and stream.
Yeah..I had one I got 4 years ago that had a really old version of Android that I couldn't update.
Recently upgraded to one with Android TV OS and it's great. Everything works smoothly.
Cost me 50 USD approx.
The remote is fairly useless but I use a wireless keyboard/touchpad from Logitech so no problem.
This guy is misleading people.
For the average user that doesn't want to spend on a shield..these things certainly deliver the goods.
@@questionmark5463
About that first bit: Some of those manufacturers use outdated SoCs whose manufacturers don't provide Android development targets for newer releases, in order to cut costs.
For e-readers, that basically includes all of the modern Likebook lineup as it runs on the Rockchip RK3368 which can't go beyond Android 6 because Rockchip won't provide the files for it for newer releases, instead only focusing on the RK3328 and RK3399.
The Mi Box S has 8gb of storage and 2gb of RAM. Yes, the true ATV UI is much better than the knockoffs. But this box does not have the specs to back it against cheaper boxes with better hardware. If you're planning on using this for more than a media player device, there are better options.
Hi like wat pls share
I'm delighted with my X96 Air, great for all kinds of media and retro gaming. Excellent value for £40ish
how many months its running? im only concern with the durability
i have X96. Garbage.
@@yankis. which one? x96 original, air, max plus, max plus ultra?? Because the x96 air is an slight upgrade to the x96 max plus which is one of the best of the x96 models 🤔 plus it does depend what you're using it for and how it's configured
@@losnamerales3403 Mini.
@@yankis. oh the x96 mini yeah it's probably trash by default... thanks for the heads up 👍🏾
Seriously, £20 for an android TV box and £65 for a projector and you have an 8ft screen streaming experience for under £100! I have that and it's fantastic.
That's great actually. What projector did you order?
What projector is that??
@@mgg7756 It was the Elephas GC333. It's a 480p projector but is surprisingly good at showing 1080p films. The next step up from this model is £130 and is a full 1080p projector. It's probably worth the extra money
@@davidcripps3011 thanks
My Android TV box I had was able to stream 4k 60 hdr and had the play store. It also has Netflix tv app.
What is it called? Pls
Many of these cheap boxes serve their purpose. I bought an x88 pro for $25 and it does exactly what I needed. Comes with Android 11 and I replaced the launcher with one of my preference. I needed a box to plug an external drive into and something to plug into a projector. Works great. I think your review completely misses the point of why people might need a cheap box. Yes there are rip-offs out there that lie about the Android version, but the ones that come with legit Android 10/11 do exactly what they're intended to do.
The only thing I'd add is that the Mi and Nvidea are the only boxes in your market, that have both Google and Netflix Certification.
In other parts of the world there are other boxes that are certified - we have 4 locally available certified in South Africa (5, if you take into account people are bringing in the Nvidea themselves)
Hi, Grant. Which of the SA certified would you recommend?
@@neon_dex42 Right now if you’re looking ‘normalI’ priced Android TV (Ie Not Shield pricing), I’d either go for Netogy Nova or Mi 4K stick. They’re very similar inside, but a few key differences:
a) The Mi 4K supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support
b) The Nova has 16Gb storage and being a box rather than a stick, has ports such as Ethernet, USB etc
Both have the same processor, RAM, AV1 support, Android TV version etc
@@grantrobertson4306 Thank you very much for the help!
I mean you're not wrong, they certainly don't have the most polished UI/UX because it is AOSP but that's also what grants them a lot of flexibility. The nvidia shield is WAY overpriced imo, maybe nextgen will be somewhat fairly priced. However, if you need official streaming apps support then Android TV boxes are the way to go. For me, an unrepentant pirate, aosp boxes are perfect. Had a Minix for years, looking for a replacement now because the OS is so old by now that my apps stopped working properly. I also can't update them anymore but that's not so important, if they still worked properly I'd keep the Minix even if the apps versions remained the same (they still play all my media anyways).
unless they're google certified, then they're absolutely fine.
I have an inexpensive T95 Max android TV box, and it does everything I want. Bought it because Amazon kept deleting the Twitch app on my Roku box, which won't happen on my T95 because it runs android phone o/s. Picture quality on Netflix and Amazon prime is excellent, better than my certified Roku box.
One question - won't the official Android TV boxes have far less available apps than the standard Android o/s these boxes run?
I'm hearing the buzz box and beelink are really good
Thanks for posting, I bought a Yagala brand android tv box on Amazon which is obviously a knock off and it wouldn't support chrome cast or mirroring. Now I know why. Wish I would've spent the extra $.
I've got one of them all some better than others but they all get the job done ✔ 👌
I don't understand why you are so burned something hit you personally by these boxes
Well, I got mine for only $26 with 4gb ram and 64gb internal storage. It works as it should. Plays You Tube the whole day. It's not perfect but it gets the job done. But comparing it to a $200 nVidia Shield? No way. But a decent Android TV Box for a few ten buck notes? Yes sir!
I got a Roku express for 15 bucks. The best thing about it is that it work on my 15 year old CRT TV and I turned it into a smart TV with a converter.
remix mini was the best ,sad there's nothing like it anymore.
I have recently bought a really cheap ( c. 60 $ ) Allwinner X96H with Android 9, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage (!), 4-core Arm Cortex A53, 1, 5 GHz ( Allwinner H603 ), 3 USB ports, 1 HDMI out +1 HDMI in ( I used for my Chromecast device, but it does in principle have Chromecast onboard, if you purchase the pro version of the AirScreen app ), ethernet, optical & AV, miracast - as well as WiFi ( both 2.4 & 5.2 GHz bands ) and Bluetooth.
I think it's great for my purpose ( I don't have Netflix 🙄 ) - and it does actually display 4K video very well 😉
Dude, people can get used to the UI, it's really worth it considering the price, the performance, and how it handle movies at 4k
Hmmmm. There are plenty of reviewers showing smooth 4K streaming in many boxes. Yes, there are some crappy ones but there are at least 20 plus very good cheap TV boxes that stream 4K, have plenty of USB inputs have either android 9 OR a proper Android TV interface. Some are even great gaming boxes too. You need to check which have Netflix widevine L3 or it's only 480p on boxes (but can hack this according to reviewers with Kodi).
I totally agree with you ! Along the years them cheap boxes just end up going in the bin , I’ve had my shield 3 years without a single problem it’s like brand new !! Also I have the mii box in my bedroom & thats great ! Well done fella finally someone’s said the truth
How much did it cost?? And can someone who earns less than 300 euro per month afford it?? The cheap one are for people who cand afford the Nvidia shield
Romarjo Ramaj if you really want it you’ll get one
I paid £200 uk pounds for mine
Best machine I’ve ever used
Mi vs shield which one has better image quality ?
some of what you say is true but remember expensive boxes go out of date too, a cheap one can be renewed more painlessly! 10.0 on many already outdoes some expensive others.
Sling AirTV Mini has an official Android TV software on it as well.
This is great. What's the best fully loaded Android box that can be used in the UK?
This model MXQ is rubish . I have TX3 mini with 2gb ram and it support 4k video i am very happy with it almost 1 year with no problem
I have it but its spoilt software issues...
After experiencing the Firesticks under powered, low storage capabilities I moved on to the Chinese android boxes and never looked back. Sure, they may not arrive fully loaded but it's easy to update or download new apk's. Just buy one with at least 2Gb ram and 16Gb Rom.
are firesticks better or those chinese ones? im concern that the chinese wont last long than the amazon xiaomis since u used both
I paid $25 for an Android TV box and I love it.
Craig Smith what the name of it please and from where you buy it
I got a Chromecast with Google TV back in March. Apart from the slow initial connection to the internet, it's actually pretty good. I just plug it in a few minutes beforehand.
Well Ramsey, you are clueless .
How much did you get paid, to advertise the latter ? 🤣
Flash?
You bought literally the worst box available lol, one of the best ones is X96 max plus, a really solid box, comes rooted, actually plays 4k content, has the full play store...
Why does he seem like a android tv hater? The whole point of these cheap boxes is to access free movies and tv shows. The nividea sheild cost $200 not $70.
You can get a great 2gb/16gb or more (min specs for China box) for less than 50 bucks.
one thing the cheap box can do but certified box can't is cheap one can install mobile version of chrome!
Not being critical just wondering what the benefit of that is? Ordering a box soon so jw
I use A5X Max... Beating as** out of that Mi box when compare 1 next to another one. Had software update on android 9.0,no trace of Chinese language in any app
Can you play netflix on 4K with that??
Its all about hardware and drivers. With community interested to hacky hacky the chinese models you can easily go way better compared to more expensive ones. Keep in mind thou that panfrost is still under development to provide proper opensource alternative to gpu drivers.
You might wanna buy those official or other versions of hardware ofc if you have the money and want out of the box experience to be "solid". But they arent definately the best bang for the buck.
Also you should buy only latest hardware models of those boxes even they would have less mature firmware/software/driver atm. They will be faster in future when opensource support gets there if it gets there.
I love mine it's fast and had it for about 1 year had no problems
Name pls which u have
Most people will use these android boxes for Kodi corelec or librelec or kodi on android. Netlfix is bundled now with some many other devices that you dont need dedicated box for it. In australia even Foxtel now provided Netflix officially as does FetchTv. Also the andorid boxes you refer to have other uses retro gaming etc. Shield would be nice but if you loom at reviews there has been very little in way of performnce increase between previous editioms and the current new one. While in these other android boxes there has been good growth and much of the dev work being done on those also contibutes to the official boxes. Further ther is also the Odrioid N2. These boxes have there application and uses. Your review is true but onky from a netflix centred perspective.
That's what I've been replying when I see these comments, the end user matters as some of us don't care about Netflix if that is the only concern then just buy a chrome cast device they are cheaper and definitely come in 4k, I joined the TV box party because of the SNES classic mini, I found out it was running inferior hardware to what is in a lot of these cheaper TV boxes, £30-£70 can get me a TV box that gives me access to most retro and modern retro games plus there are alternatives to watch films 💯
2:12 That's a file explorer, one of the best actually for rooted users.
It's almost one of the most known ones in general I think. This one used to come pre-installed on some of my earlier Android devices. Some brands still do that.
All thousands of boxes are not bad. If you buy the cheapest, it'll probably be bad. Plenty of $40 boxes are fine.
Shield however is the only one can seemingly do 4k with no issues. For 1080p video, a good box like the MI Box S or T95 max+ will do.
just get one with 4gb ram and at least 32gb rom and ur good to go!! install ATV launcher and pureAPK install of playstore way better
what about a box with 2gb rom & 16gb ram, do you think that will suffice?
And the s905x3 CPU 😉
@@fciaas yes, as long as its a quality box. specs are overrated .
i have a minix Neo u9h with 2gb and 16 gb storage. works great and have had it three years. also streams live tv no buffering. only the shield is better in my opinion.
I bought one here in the Philippines for 599 php or about 12.50 USD. The GUI is exactly like the one in this video. It has access to Google Play store and you can sideload APKs into it actually. You can also download aptoide to it and get your apps from there. The interface is definitely as clunky as shown here. I use it for Netflix and RUclips. Works well enough for me. A little bit of slow browsing here and there isn't really an issue for me at this price range. Turns my non-smart TV into a smart one. Gonna try some games on it to see how well the CPU/GPU holds up. Apparently, it has an octa core 1.4 ghz CPU, so it might be able to run emulators at least. (Also, I have a mobile only Netflix subscription and it works flawlessly with this box)
Good thing yours is working fine, Ive read the 1/2 star reviews and all they say is just what the guy in the video said. Idk if i have to go or add more 1100php for a mi stick
I bought another one. Both work fine. Google play sometimes crashes when you're booting up for the first time. Not really much of an issue, IMO.
Getting theses boxes on Amazon aren't in Chinese
What movie or show was that towards end ? The folks with eye cover guy colored clothing. Is it $5 one time or monthly subs ? I hope not. I think you'd have said it of it was so.
this man lives a sad sad life
why?
@@samuelz2214 he might be protecting the cheap smart tv boxes, eh. Idfk
I HATE the Android TV interfaces, I LIKE THE PHONE INTERFACE (called Android basic) on the boxes and I use an air mouse (MyGica with lightup keyboard on back). Ive been using that for years on my Minix Neo boxes (displays all 4k files just fine) and couldnt be happier with all free content using apks and I use NOVA LAUNCHER so the interface is beautiful and customizable
Clueless reviewer LOL, it is unfortunate I even gave you a click.
Haha wish i watched this first! Wastrd money on one of these shitty android tv boxes. Useless! Thanks for content
The Nivida shield is the best android device on the market , I own three (Nivida Shield pro) the best cord cutters device on the market
Everyone cant buy nvidea
That's EXACTLY what I need to understand.
Thanks!
You have selective understanding..just like this review. Not a honest review actually.
Good and cheap alternative firestick 4k also you can install most of the Android apps
I hate Amazon products...they are too restrictive, only interested in finding out about you.
So what is mag box for Iptv or what is your $5 subscription explain how to get
Hey, thanks for your awesome video 👍 I have a MAG254 not being used at all - what could I do with that? I bought it thinking I could find loads of free streams but to be honest I never got into that. Just wondering it I can use it for something or maybe i just sell it.
@mrcurry what version of Android does it have where did you get it from how much did you spend
Tony Haboush Hi Tony, I bought it a couple of years ago on eBay, probably around £50. No idea what version of android, I’m not sure it runs android at all tbh. It’s a streaming player which needs to be pointed to a stream, but I never found a good source for free streams.
Mate, mag254 its for IPTV streaming
Kodi addons has streams
You're a 100% right bro.. Before buying a TV box, check the brand.. I bought x96 mini 4k and it's trash. The remote is a 2000s' model.. I have sagem tv box now and it really made my old TV smart.
I wouldn't touch the x96 mini it's not good enough, now if you said the x96 max plus or air I'd be a bit confused unless you don't know how to configure and all you use it for is Netflix
I bought the high price TV box but only worked for two years. Therefore, I suggest to purchase the cheap one.
I bought a cheap android TV box. Everything was working properly and the first time netflix was updated it said this version is not compatible with your device. I contacted netflix and they replied that this box did not have accreditation from them ... They gave me the list of all devices compatible with their platform and operating in 4K. So the one who wants quality 4K + Netflix without problems, consult the list established by Netflix.
my android box from China works well for me !!
I bought an android box at Wal-Mart for $75.00. Is that cheap? Hulu, Google play, Netflix and everything works! I downloaded a couple apps.
Was it jet ?
I have two of the boxes I bought off Amazon they all work fine I have no clue what you're talking about they all work fine. I understand your deal with proprietary content and that you're trying to be sponsored by somebody don't knock what other people do.
Yes it can work but but if you buy it to watch netflix or other legally licenced streaming device its not worth it.
@@smug_slime run Netflix works fine my Amazon prime works fine again I do not know what you're talkin about. Making a living putting down some other stuff just because it's not a way to go. If it's not your cup of tea that's fine and dandy but don't sit and tell people that have used the product and are happy with it that it's no good.
@@MrDarkeros Which two boxes do you have?
Netflix that 'runs fine' and a Netfix Certified box are totally different, as the video points out
@@grantrobertson4306 I'm not getting up explaining what boxes I have because you don't understand that some people don't really care what dude says. If you buy something and it is satisfactory to you that all that matters.I understand what he's trying to say but he's not understanding what others are saying just like you.I see that you went and personally commented on everyone's post that said they have a box that works. Do you have nothing else better to do? Just to let you know I've had one box for 4 years and I bought another one the beginning of 2019. I can log in and use my Amazon primemy Netflix login and attaches to any and everything that I use such as my computer so if I started on my box I can finish it on my computer. All of my other apks work fine have no issues so again what works for one might not work for you. You have no right to tell somebody else would they have just like that gentleman is wrong. If you notice a lot of people say that their box works their box does what they needed to do for them. All people care about is if you can plug it in watch your movies and enjoy yourself. That is the reason we buynot for all the technical stuff you want if that was the case I will sit and watch things on my $500 laptop or my tower that I built myself from scratch. So go bug someone else and have a nice evening or morning in my case.
@@MrDarkeros So to be clear - you watch a RUclips video and comment that the reviewer is wrong / no clue / stupid - but you actively refuse to tell us about the magical Android TV box that you have, even when asked? Don't you think that kills your credibly when you're trying comment on things like this? It would be great if you could backup your comments with fact - but I understand if you prefer not to.
I thought it would be great if you could at least tell people what the magical Android box that you're using is, so that others could be buy it too ... but it seems you're very secretive about it.
Cool!
I just got the Sawpy TX6 android 9.0 TV box, with 32 gb of storage, and 4gb of ram off of Amazon for 29$. It has no bloat ware, it runs the full version of Android 9.0 and it has the official Google play store. No blutooth, but it does have 3 USB ports. Heck of deal if you ask me.
Your Generalizing some boxes work better without the spyware inherent in so called premium Brands that want to sell you some service.
Famous saying applies here. “You get what you pay for”. My cheap now tv box/stick doesn’t even have an App Store so whose the joke on? I’m paying the same for less for an official product lol
just get a mi box s, its around $50 and runs certified android tv with updates
Mi box does have a lot of spyware
@@TheRealKitWalker how do you know?
Instead of getting an Android TV box that runs the wrong interface, you should get the ONN Android TV box (the cheapest option to get, but it's available only at Walmart), get the Nvidia Shield (if you're a high-end gamer), get the Chromecast with Google TV (that runs Google's UI of Android TV), get the Mi Box S, or get the TiVo Stream 4K.
There is the onn android tv stick now $25
Onn tv box is garbage. Only streams in hdr so if you want to stream 1080p and 720p the color is washed out dull . Returned mine
The mi box has real android tv
That's the worst thing about the Mi box...android tv and play store are to controlling and limiting...you are better off with just a plain android box...
I have a shield and it's fantastic. Now I'm looking for a second certified box for another room. The mi box is garbage hardware-wise. Considering a Mecool KM3 for a about half the cost of another shield. It's certified too. Netflix won't work on it but I don't care about that. I want a box with fairly good hardware, Widevine Level 1, HDCP support, and must be non-rooted or at least a root switch. All I want is to play DRM channels through my HDHR Prime with Google Live Channels and maybe some games, run Kodi, etc. Options are few right now.
I have 2 T95Q android boxes for $60 working great
Why not by Xiaomi Mi Box S. It's a certified Android TV than purchasing these knock off ones.
I agree. Get an Android TV OS box every time. You will not be sorry.
Isn't the point of the knockoff to get an uncrippled version of apps such as Kodi that future updates will never cripple? So that you get free streaming content that others pay for?
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Don't listen to all those people here who claim that he is wrong with this video. The video is absolutely correct! Just because non-certified TV boxes with some hacked together Android can run apps like Kodi, doesn't invalidate the problems he mentions! All sorts of issues arise with the awful UI those noname Chinese boxes use and it takes a lot of tinkering to find a semi-good solution. Even Kodi has issues with those Tablet Android Boxes like home screen tiles.
Great video 👍, and a very important one.!!
Keep up the good work.
I got and android box for $60 bucks and pretty satisfied. Its 4k, 64gb, its fast ass hell, play store, plays emulators, connect game controllers with usb or bluetooth. And if the app isnt instore, you can download apk and install it. If you dont like the interface you can download new launchers in play store. And most people buy these to replace cable. Because you can download everything with ease with android boxes. Better than rokus and firesticks. I have a shield and its good, but for the price tag and 16gb of storage its not ideal. But it is a superior product.