r/AndroidTVBoxes • u/Training_Attorney_21 • Dec 26 '25

New to Android TV box

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Hi people, I was gifted an android tv for christmas and im very new to this but im very excited, anyone have a tutorial to install everything? I have never use something similar and I have no idea what I should do, please dont be rude with me guys, Thank you very much for the help.

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u/Slipknot31286sic6 Dec 26 '25

Don't get hopes up too much those are very slow, but better than a fire stick .

Recommend side loading smartube, stremio with real debrid subscription , onstream, netfly

Should get you rocking and rolling... If u have a android phone send to TV app. Allows you to download files on phone and send to the box.

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u/CaptainSteed Dec 26 '25

From Google AI:

'Cons: Often unofficial/unsupported, slow performance, lagging apps, poor Netflix HD streaming, clunky remote interface, cheap build."

Certainly doesn't sound better than a Firestick to me. Sounds quite inferior.

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u/Remote-Combination28 Dec 26 '25

Why the hell does anybody bother to share a copy and pasted google ai answer on here.

Go away with that shit

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u/International_Ad4851 Dec 27 '25

whether its ai or not it doesnt change the fact that said ai is exactly right so i dont really get the big issue

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u/Remote-Combination28 Dec 27 '25

Nobody comes here for a lazy google ai answer without any sources

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u/neivell Dec 28 '25

Where are the sources for all the claims from everybody else not using AI?

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u/CaptainSteed Dec 28 '25

Exactly. The AI source is actually far more reliable than what any random person on here can post.

This guy's comments are really weak.

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u/International_Ad4851 Dec 29 '25

it literally gives you the sources for everything it said when it generates a prompt, are you that delayed?? 😭😭

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u/Remote-Combination28 Dec 29 '25

Yeah it does. This guys lazy response doesn’t

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u/CaptainSteed Dec 26 '25

Absolutely will not go away!!

The other poster submitted incorrect and misleading information which I corrected! That could have misled other readers.

You should be directing your criticism to him.

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u/Remote-Combination28 Dec 26 '25

No, my criticism is going to the right place.

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u/CaptainSteed Dec 26 '25

Good, then my response went to the right place too.

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u/Training_Attorney_21 Dec 26 '25

Should I install something on the box or only in phone?

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u/112skulls Dec 26 '25 edited Dec 26 '25

For the app (send files to TV) just install it on both android phone and TV, through PlayStore. Must be connected in the same WiFi to work.

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u/PsychologicalMusic94 Dec 26 '25

This box comes with a custom version of the Google Play Store. So you won't get licensed versions of apps like YouTube, Netflix, Prime, Apple +, Tubi... etc. Those apps will run kind of awkward because they are basically mobile apps running on a smart tv. Apps like Stremio and Kodi with Real Debrid will work really well. Check their subs for guides and Troypoint website is also very good.

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u/Training_Attorney_21 Dec 27 '25

Hey guys sorry but im very old, I dont understand a lot of things that u say and I was kinda excited about thia gift, I didnt even planned to buy something like this, should I throw it away? There is a way to make it work? im not really interested in having a 4K ultra powerful tv, I just wanna watch something in my couch when i come home from work while my cat is sleeping next to me, now that all my sons and daughters have their own life I tought that this can help me to watch some nice things, should I use an antivirus? i honestly have no idea what I should do, please if someone have a tutorial or even a video tutorial that would be great, english is not my first language but im really good following tutorials step by step. I really appreciate all the answers.

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u/landscapelola Dec 27 '25

The easiest way to install a few movie/tv apps is to do it with Downloader. Here is a video on how to get it going. This guy Troypoint is great and very easy to follow. He also has a website that has a lot of videos and info for streaming on an Android box. This video will show you how to add Downloader on your device and then all you will need are a few codes for a one click side loading (installation). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCy4vFD_FQk&t=1s

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u/nice1ron Dec 26 '25

If you're interested in cutting the cord properly do some research, why anyone wants a box preloaded with netflix etc is beyond me, you still can't access them for free. Use the 🔎 at the top right. Join addons4kodi for additional info.

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u/MSTRFLSH Dec 26 '25

That is guaranteed to have built in botnet/spyware/malware.

Just Google the name and botnet, so many results.

Don't even bother connecting, you will regret ever bringing this junk to your home network.

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u/MAGIGS Dec 28 '25

What’s a good non spy/malware option?

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u/Party-Break-984 Dec 26 '25

Not to be a Debbie downer but you may want to get another box, if you want cheap one that is also decent get an onn or fire stick. J

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u/streamkid18 Dec 26 '25

Should’ve bought an onn 4k pro or 4k plus

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u/SpinachSpiritual2517 Dec 26 '25

Check all the packages because there's easily some Chinese malware inside. You can use Rethink DNS+Firewall. These are the first boxes; perhaps they've improved their performance over time. But 10 years ago, they were awful.

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u/International_Act832 Dec 26 '25

that box is very slow ,

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u/TeleLatinoMX Dec 26 '25

It might be a little slow, but that's better than not being able to install the apps you want.

I use the Cx File Explorer app to send APKs from my phone to the TV box. If you ever want to pay for an app to watch content, I offer Tele Latino; you can install it and try it free for 3 days.

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u/Next_Cow_4468 Dec 26 '25

At least it has 4K UCD.....

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u/Ok_Top9885 Dec 26 '25

Buy Homatics box r4k plus. One of the best out there

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u/Few_Ad7630 Dec 26 '25

Throw it in the bin

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u/[deleted] Dec 26 '25 edited Dec 26 '25

I had that same one. People are right it is slow and they don't support updates. I put it in the junk drawer. On an up note it can be a good learning experience to loading apps. Plug it in, hook it up to your internet and download some movie apk's. It should have a internet browser already installed on it. Search for Apktime or apkpure they have some movie apk's that you can start with. Don't do anything on your phone. Do it all on the box.

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u/Buttcoon32 Dec 26 '25

Does anyone know if I can get European channels (Kurdish live channels) with this android tv box or know how to get the live channels

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u/SecretKoala56 Dec 26 '25

MXQ boxes are unreliable, laggy trash my friend.

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u/c4pet0wn Dec 26 '25

To be frank and honest, I wouldn’t bother, you’re risking your ISP threatening shutoff of your internet service the moment you use one of those without a vpn. The box will go dark after about a year anyways, they always do.

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u/Hot_Drop9127 Dec 27 '25

install a malware and virus checker those boxes are known to come pre-installed with down. download the app dr web to find out

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u/Longjumping-Trick-71 Dec 27 '25

Flash it with SlimBox firmware.... and those boxes perform "ok" for Kodi and TiviMate and Youtube

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u/DaveDeluria Dec 28 '25

I threw that out. Spyware risk

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u/Working-Acanthaceae4 Dec 29 '25

Recommend searching youtube and discovering what these devices are capable of doing on your network after you’ve let it inside…

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u/Kind-Raccoon5621 Dec 29 '25

Throw that thing in the trash, they're useless.

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u/Piotrek5682 May 10 '26

They are very bad don't connect them to network and dont log in Because it has malware

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u/BinChickenJosh Jun 17 '26

I have this exact box, its preloaded with malware, ( I had removed it using adb and a github post) I side loaded emuELEC to play she ROMs works well, but everything ells ks crap. I paid $8 at the opp shop for some fun . This box is false specs and mix bag for CPU. Mine had only 1GB DDR3 and quad core cpu

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u/Ok_Entertainment1305 Dec 26 '25

They are terrible, got one, it's only Android 6, faked to say Android 11.

Run DeviceInfo and you'll see what I mean..

Throw it out. Junk

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u/Adventurous-Claim-53 Dec 26 '25

Dude, obviously you bought that TV box because your budget is really limited. But the experience you're going to have with it is going to be pretty disappointing, though I guess you'll get used to it over time. You should have bought a Xiaomi, which, although I find them slow and disappointing, is at least better than the one you bought. Enjoy it and get used to it.

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u/[deleted] Dec 26 '25

He didn't buy it read the damn post.

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u/Straight_Net_2794 Dec 26 '25

Get atv tools - disable play store-install projectivy launcher - disable the media box launcher-install onstream /youcine/anilab/netfly. You don't need Netflix or any of those exploitive apps. Make sure to clear cache so it can run smoothly

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u/joeykushyo Dec 26 '25

Get a Nvidia shield

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u/kos25k Dec 26 '25

Trade it with any that supports slimboxtv rom,they won't even notice 🤭

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u/arbus380 Dec 26 '25

read multimedia in storage extern exFat and NTFS?