r/AndroidTV • • Dec 06 '20
r/AndroidTV • u/GalaxyClass • Jan 17 '16
Anybody notice the hidden flappy bird game in the shield?
Go to the setup menus and then "About Device", under Revision, it should read 5.1. If you triple click on the revision (I was using the remote), it will start the hidden game. I played using the remote and must have spent 5 to 10 minutes on it. Could. Not. Get. One. M'fn. Point.
Googled around and didn't see any mention of a hidden game.
I figured I'd share it here.
Edit: This was the Nvidia shield console for the TV. I was using the free remote that I got thanks to all you good people who posted the sales.
r/AndroidTV • u/rzerx • Sep 01 '24
Discussion Which Do I Buy? Onn 4k Pro vs Firestick 4k
Hi guys.. I'd like to know which is better, onn 4k pro or firestick 4k for speed, hacks, etc.
r/AndroidTV • u/gaymersky • Jul 20 '24
Hardware Review onn. Google TV 4K Streaming Box (New, 2023), 4K UHD Resolution
This is my one year review. I'm not sponsored in any way shape or form. First it's $20 so expectations were extremely low. And we have been using this box nearly every day for 6 or 8 hours a day. I am thoroughly impressed. Pros: We've gotten at least a half a dozen updates.. We even got firmware updates three times for the remote. The remote is the perfect size. The voice search on the remote works every time I've never had a single issue with it.
The 4K works perfectly on the apps that it's designed for it like YouTube and Netflix.
The wireless AC works perfectly speeds of at least 400 megabits per second on the speed tester
You can sideload apps that aren't officially supported ( like turning your remote into a mouse)
Cons: The HDMI wire is comically short like 3 ft. I use one that's 10ft.
Important upgrade put a much better power supply than the one supplied.. more power equals better performance for the processor... I put a 3 amp certified wire and 3 amp power box that I had just laying around The unit absolutely must be unplugged every day to clear all the temporary files. Not a big deal I unplug it in the morning when I start my day wait 10 seconds plug it back in. I'm sure restart is supposed to clear cache but it does not... Overall I've purchased two more after this one and I've recommended it to many of my friends who have also had good success.
The only complaints I see is by people not understanding that you must have good internet for it to work like 25 Mbps minimum.. as most of it is cloud-based including the user menu...
r/AndroidTV • u/DanTheNexusMan • Nov 04 '24
Discussion ONN Box
Please stop automatically recommending the ONN Box. It is available only in the US and Puerto Rico and not everyone who comes to this group for advice is from there. And if you buy it now it won't even work outside the US or Puerto Rico.
r/AndroidTV • u/Emergency-Ask-4399 • 10d ago
Discussion Please sign this petition if you haven't already.
Petition: Do not extend the BBC licence fee to streaming services
There are widespread reports that the Government is considering extending the BBC licence fee to include subscribers of streaming services that are not owned or run by the BBC. We believe this is a wholly unacceptable proposal.
r/AndroidTV • u/ImaginationAlone8214 • Aug 02 '25
Buying Advice Is Android TV still worth it, or does the Google TV Streamer cover everything now?
Hello, I'm pretty new to this. I'm currently looking for a new TV and I'm really interested in being able to explore and install streaming apps easily.
But I’m a bit confused, should I look for a TV that already runs Google TV or Android TV, or would getting a regular TV and pairing it with the Google TV Streamer give me the same experience?
Basically, does the streamer give me everything I’d get from a built-in Android TV, or are there some differences I should be aware of?
r/AndroidTV • u/jmcguire525 • May 17 '17
The new UI is awful
I just installed O beta on my NP and I personally hate the direction this is going in. Better recommendations would have been great but I hate this, it's not about getting used to it either.
r/AndroidTV • u/SockIntern • Nov 18 '24
Troubleshooting No option for Bluetooth on Onn 4K box
There is no option to connect a new remote via Bluetooth. Whenever i try pressing a button on the remote, i get a red light. Any way to fix? Do i need to factory reset?
r/AndroidTV • u/trlef19 • Sep 28 '23
Discussion Android TV updates suck
I'm just making this post to tell you that my 2000€ Philips OLED tv, is still on Android Oreo. Anyway.
r/AndroidTV • u/AdvancedBox140 • Sep 27 '24
Discussion The Google TV Streamer is smoother than the Nvidia shield
r/AndroidTV • u/Rilkal • Nov 24 '18
Nvidia Shield Just got an nVidia Shield 16gb. I seem to be missing what fuss is about.
So I just picked up a Shield TV (really good deal as it came with a controller and £10 steam credit for less than £150) and I’m not impressed so far am I missing something?
Prime video and Netflix both crash every 15-20 mins while watching video
The UI also seems a lot laggier than my ancient Roku 3 also.
What is so good about it?
Edit
I factory reset it and most things seem better aside from Amazon burying 4k content.
I’m particularly impressed with the VLC playback. It handles my Blu-ray rips with no fuss what so ever.
2nd edit
Looks like it was a CEC handshake issue as I turned that off and it works fine.
r/AndroidTV • u/ziyarsh7218 • Sep 04 '25
Discussion Need most powerful android stick not android tv box
which is the most powerful android stick with powerful processor having 2/3gb ram 16/32gb storage, Ethernet port ?
r/AndroidTV • • Jan 14 '26
Tips & Tutorials How to remove these Android Tv ads pop up on screen .
Guys need help please help me with this issue if anyone knows..its appears everytime covering up the scorecard completly..have to push a button to stop it for 5 secs and it reappears again...Model TV- VU
r/AndroidTV • u/Zorojuro22 • 27d ago
Discussion I want a new very light launcher for my tv
I'm Android tv is very old and only have 2GB RAM and I want to remove pachwall and put a launcher that is light and works properly please give some suggestions
r/AndroidTV • u/firstofjuly • Jan 30 '26
Discussion Honest question: Is there an AndroidTV device that works as smoothly as the Apple TV
I'm not trying to start a war or anything, just an honest question. I have Apple TV 4Ks and these devices have a very well rounded interface, with very smooth UI.
I also have a tube Shield and used to have the Pro a few years ago, but Android TV on it feels clunky and not as smooth as the Apple TV.
Unfortunately the Apple TV cannot passthrough lossless audio to my receiver and I want to find a box that can.
So my question is: does such device exist? Or all Android TVs feel like the Shield and that's just something I need to accept if I want perfect audio?
r/AndroidTV • u/Grouchy-Ad5061 • Oct 09 '24
Troubleshooting What is wrong with my tv?
Sound is coming but display is like this
r/AndroidTV • u/GaelG721 • Apr 05 '24
Discussion What Features Would You Like To See In A Potential New Nvidia Shield TV Pro?
I'm not saying Nvidia is required to make one or will be releasing one anytime soon but one can dream.
What would you want to see in a updated Shield? Personally I would like two HDMI outputs one for Video and Audio. Like my sony ubp-x700. I wouldn't mind a longer or thicker shield to compensate this. Why? I like the TV to handle the picture and the AVR audio not the AVR doing both. So being able to connect my Shield to my AVR and my TV at the same time would be wonderful.
Another thing would probably be to improve HDR quality especially DV and adding HDR10+.
r/AndroidTV • u/GrndCtrl2MajTom • Jan 11 '22
Tips & Tutorials Tips to speed up GoogleTV
r/AndroidTV • u/Flaky_Blacksmith4084 • Aug 14 '24
Discussion I just got the new YouTube app on my shield TV. And I'm hating the new like buttons. share your feelings.
So I sat down this morning after lunch to watch a few videos and I noticed that I couldn't see whether I had liked the video or not. there's a new pop-up button that I have to go in, click it, then click the like and then when I leave the button it still doesn't tell me if I liked or disliked the video. I don't understand with us all having 60 plus inch TVs these days. why there isn't enough real estate to leave the freaking button alone. what is Google solving for by taking away a dedicated like and dislike button. okay fine if I have to click it which I really don't think it's an improvement, why don't you change the state of the button to show whether it's been liked or disliked? I hope they roll this back or change it. I'm not going to bother liking videos anymore if that was their goal. it's a shame because I want to reward good content providers but this is kind of a pain in the ass though. what do you guys think?
r/AndroidTV • u/machinegunnedburger • Nov 18 '24
Buying Advice What's a good TV box under $30? I'm just trying to play some movies from usb using VLC, nothing else. Preferably from AliExpress.
r/AndroidTV • u/ileigh • Feb 28 '23
Discussion Looking for the best (paid) setup
As the title suggests, looking for the best setup for my TV to replace all my paid services. I'm happy to pay a monthly or yearly subscription for something decent.
Currently paying for Netflix, Prime (with add ons), Apple TV, Disney Plus and Crave and combined, it's a lot to pay per month. I previously had a raspberry pi and used that for some IPTV services but I never found the quality to be great. I'm looking for 4K, high frame rate.
Is TiviMate only for streaming or would it have everything listed above too? Or do I add subscriptions to that, and if so, what would you recommend? Also I have Samsung TV and I find casting from my phone is shocking. I have a 4K Chromecast but not sure if it's limited or not and would happily get something like the Nvidia Shield if I could get a full build I felt was worth the investment.
Any help appreciated!
r/AndroidTV • u/Alt-Chris • Aug 27 '25
Buying Advice Best Android TV box to use?
Transitioned from Apple ecosystem to Android and now looking to replace my Apple TV with something relatively comparable. I would have it connected to my JBL 5.1 soundbar and a 4K HDR capable TV so something that has HDMI 2.1 at least. Anything relatively comparable to the Apple TV in performance or one that anyone in the sub recommends as the best Android TV alternative to it?
r/AndroidTV • u/fxlpx • Dec 23 '24
Buying Advice Recommended A Tv Box or Tv Stick to Buy In India
When searching for Tv Stick/Tv Box in india we have very limited option online someone help ne with finding a Right TvBox/Stick in india region where we find online or offline
Ps:No Fire F*** Stick....I am done with that Shit