Q16 is China only...i too have this...

I wouldn't if I were you. Himedia even have separate firmware for emmc vs non-emmc... I wouldn't wanna try my luck.

"Full media launcher" is not the default launcher. The app was already pre-loaded for me when I bought the box. It is an IPTV for china channels (it includes CCTV, Hunan TV and loads of others China tv stations that I can't read). TBH it is absolutely amazing, but problem is, I can't read chinese..lol. ATM small issue for me since i just need to exit the app whenever it launches.

i believe Q16 is "outside china" only.

it is not sold in china becos it uses int'l firwmare, has google stuff.

the firmwares are given to int'l sellers only, i think.

ah... i have an idea what u r talk about now.

quite sure it is HDP or TVplus2.0.

yes, it hijacks the launcher after some update, have seen it.

as explained, just can launch yr own launcher, reset the default, that's it.

if too annoying, remove the app, reinstall, should be ok too.

This post has been edited by AVFAN: Jan 5 2017, 10:38 AM

Q16 is on their China website... But the product line is group differently...

The Q16 firmware is also there...and I've downloaded from Baidu before... I'm still on 1.0.something...I've not download the latest...

probably q16 was subsequently sold in china but only with china firmwares, w/o google as by china rule.

our int'l models need to work with int'l firmware.

maybe required for other brands.

no rooting required for q16, q5ii.

Well, no choice then, i just keep using my Himedia until the software give way and then I will buy a Minix

1.0.9 came with Google Play... Not sure about others...

A few Q16 firmwares list... Not sure if they combined nand/emmc...

The first 1.0.9... I think this I downloaded n use...


Latest 1.0.9...


Latest 3.0.4...is this the latest n correct version?


Latest based on Nougat...Q16 4th generation... Not for us I guess...


This post has been edited by dwRK: Jan 5 2017, 11:23 AM

You can side load google stuff if required right?

With Aptoide you don't even need google account...

My Q16 quad firmware is 3.0.4... Not sure can update to lollipop (await Nicety to test n adv)...

This post has been edited by GuyM: Jan 5 2017, 01:16 PM

Q16 quad core CV100 already in the market 2 years +, latest firmware is 304. Every OS upgrade require thousands of test cycles not including coding modification. I do not think Himedia will invest the effort for the device released two years ago.

Q16 CV100 originally designed for Hong Kong market, therefore the firmware come with Google Play Store. In 2016, Q16 CV200 released for China market as Q16 4th generation, the firmware do not have google play because Google is not allow in China. Please don't confused between Q16 CV100 and Q16CV200, both are different chipset. I'm not sure what is the impact if you apply CV200 firmware to CV100 chipset as CV200 is 64 bits and CV100 is 32bit chipset.

excellent, all clear now!

thanks.

Damned! Glad I bought this from you! Super clear explanation! 😁😁😁

FYI... Minix does have native player(s) and more importantly, a made specifically for its hardware-firmware combo... a customized Kodi app that works flawlessly. Also of the audio formats listed above, AFAIK, only Atmos or DTS:X is unsupported via passthrough methods. Kodi's UI, usage and features are far superior.

Best of all... one does not need to hunt high and low for its firmware.. All clearly labeled in ENGLISH on their official website and forum...

This post has been edited by voncrane: Jan 5 2017, 01:25 PM

ok, thanks.

but then i dun understand why that minix user in kodi thread said he can't play bdmv folders with it...??

Bet if you ask the fella how the files were extracted from the disc... or if he/she is aware that certain downloaded bdmv folders can be repacked as .iso and played...menu inclusive.. Can't answer.

actually, users like you and me probably can handle just about any box for most purposes.

but we know it can be frustrating for a noob.

e.g. factory reset is sometimes necessary but one must hv kept app backups, reinstall, redo all preferences.

plus, there can be other issues with TV, AVR, cables, routers!



so, it is impt box manufacturers make easy-to-use boxes, least hassle, adequate support.

of course, that won't come cheap, hence the price premiums for some boxes besides just the tech specs.

I completely agree... As you've mentioned (and i don't blame the manufacturers), those features must come at a heavier price and its much harder today, as there are tons of "no-name" boxes out there with half-baked firmwares, selling for cheap.. The average user isn't familiar with what to look for or avoid and simply buys based on cheaper is good mentality.. Oh well, the Nvidia Shield TV 2 has been announced.. Beast got meaner...

Yup... Thanks for the clarification... I never bothered to update since 1.0.9 as what I use still OK. Dun mess unnecessary n create problems

Like I have said earlier...pick wisely for your box. I dunno what versions you guys have... I just show a sample what's there...

This post has been edited by dwRK: Jan 5 2017, 02:16 PM

Wow really? Later I try once back home, thanks bro