Hi all, recently I got myself a Himedia H8 Octa Core (2G ram + 16GB).

I have some question regrading it and had google about, really lack of information or maybe my keywords are incorrect.

1. The partition is currently assigned with 2GB nand and the balance listed as "SD card" (something like that). I try install some apps and always encounter memory not enough due to the nand is almost full. The 10GB extra also uselss in this case if the apps cannot be install on the other partition. Any idea?

2. The android box is pre-installed with Kodi. I have configured some channels such as Exodus, azdrama, AdrianSuper TV and etc. The problem is, when i play the media, no sound was produce, be it in HDMI, RCA or optical audio source. Once you exit the player, the clicking sound on Kodi menu is back (but with some delays).

Google it and some advice to switch off the hardware acceleration, audio source set it to fixed, and etc. I tried and no positive result. Sound still not play when video play. Does anyone encounter this also?

*btw, my firmware I see from "Settings" is still at 2015. If I perform firmware update, will the current data be erase?

Appreciates all the suggestions and advice. Thank you.

1. i have heard of this problem with this series. think it's due to the chipset constraints. the only way is to keep removing unused apps; the 10gb is useful for huge data storage like when using apps like kodi/quasar and popcorntime. the Q series does not suffer from that since it uses a diff chipset.

2. check the preinstalled kodi version. yr kodi may have been corrupted due to various reasons. best to erase complete and reinstall clean from playstore, kodi 16.1.

the default settings for kodi 16.1 are fine, no need to tweak.

if there is new firmware, u definitely should update.

Hi Avfan, thanks for the prompt response.

1. If it is defaulted by manufacturer in this manner, i'm disappointed. What for if the default installation only can be at 2GB nand flash?

2. I already uninstall and reinstall using Playstore. Using Jarvis 16.1 now.. and also before uninstall, I clear data and cache at "Settings > Apps". Reinstall and the issue is still there.

Gonna pay a visit to the store soon.

that will be best - take it back to the seller, have it fixed.

but frankly, i have not experienced "no audio" with kodi for the past 3 years.

I wonder if there'll be upgrade for Q16 Quad to Android 6.0 anytime soon?

Try seeking out the latest firmware and flashing it.. Perform a factory reset immediately afterwards... Preferably from the hidden recovery menu, if its accessible... If it isn't hardware related, doing so should iron out the kinks.

Himedia users using china vod apps...

I notice of late that they r either experiencing slow connection or worse, gets blocked totally.

Cibn is slow, togic slower, buding stopped!

Which apps u use is still good?

Poor backup... kodi azdrama.

Live tv apps ok.

use qianxun and moli...

thanks for sharing!

former is not so good.

latter works fine, although quality is a little lower than i like.

better something than nothing!

My led lights on the front of q16 died, but device still performing marvelously

Should I repair although everything still functioning normally?

This post has been edited by GuyM: Sep 14 2016, 06:06 PM

don't bother.

mine same.

all else is good.

i doubt it.

won't even get to 5.1, hardware limitations.

i actually think there may be one last firmware update and that's it.

any "box" these days - 2 years is a very long time.



really, the q16 int'l version is a true himedia hallmark - compact w/o hdd slot, 2/16gb, dtshdma, ddtruehd/atmos, 2160p, bluray menu.

excellent box, can keep going for another 2-3 years.

I'll cheers to that anytime!

This just popped out.... Don't understand what improvement


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that looks like a new himedia ui launcher.

what model is this?

haven't seen it in mine.

Hi guys..im planning to get a new Himedia model. Been using my Q5-II model for quite a few years. Plan to upgrade for a better spec. Any recommendation?

Since Himedia has served u well, perhaps stick to the brand, get top of the line currently available

Q5ii has been a good model too.

I have one still in good use.

What do u use it for mainly?

Latest models are q5pro or q10pro.

These models are most useful for highest quality video and audio playback.. 4k, 60fps, hdr, 10p, dtsx, ddatmos....

Mainly used it for Kodi. Watching movie and IPTV. Yes q5ii is nice but somehow lately my device has been hanging a lot.
Been using for few years too. I think it's time for some upgrade.

For that, i would think u will get best results with a 2/16gb android 5.1 or higher.

Q10pro wil fit but cost a bit.

But if u already know himedia, it may be easier fo updates, ui, file management, etc.

Can always check wit sellers.