Yes it does. But since I reset the box...just try something else

Actually what are the benefits of using es, commander etc? Wouldn't the stock file explorer that comes with each device suffice?

So far, no problem for me to install, copy, delete etc

Kindly enlighten

download the premium version to eliminate ads

- shows hidden files
- copy files in root
- web storage integration
- manage file from mobile/pc

This post has been edited by BOTAK_WAI: Feb 1 2017, 08:35 PM

I will try free version first and if it suits me, I will purchase if it's not expensive.

Manage file from mobile/pc is what I'm looking for since I sideload APKs most of the time.

ok…since today talking about file manager, let me share (or re-share) more about box softwares for new comers.

tv box softwares:
1. the operating system
- of course we talk about android here, old version like kitkat and lollipop still works but new box now shipped with marshmallow and nougat. for tv box, latest android not necessary the best because it still depends on the box firmware. well, if u found offer on old box, u still can buy it as long it is lollipop and above. fyi, kitkat uses dalvik runtime while lollipop onwards use ART runtime. but don't assume if you get latest android version and your box will be future proof. no such thing.

2.firmware
- here's the difference in stability and compatibility between boxes. nvidia, minix, wetek, himedia, zidoo, and some other well known companies develop better firmware than those generic no brand tv box (always but not definitely). good firmware ensures local files and online contents play smoothly. hd audio video decoding capability yada yada bla bla bla…

3. audio and video players
- good firmware bundled with good audio and video players. if no, perhaps you can install mx player v1.8.6 and above. for dolby and dts audio decoding, you could google yourself about custom codec for mx player. again, latest version not necessary the best because tv box is not using touchscreen and mx player doesn't have a dedicated version for tv box.

4. file manager and browser
- these 2 apps are most use apps other than video player or video streaming apps. stock file manager and browser are totally fine get the job done. for better experience, you can try asus file manager and file commander. for me, both firefox and chrome are good browsers for tv box if you use with wireless keyboard mouse / touchpad. any alternative? personally i use brave browser which resemblance to chrome.

5. live tv streaming apps
- there are paid and legal, paid but illegal, free and legal, free but illegal. the legal one you could most probably find in google play store, while the illegal one you might need to find and download the .apk file and install yourself. discussion has been going on and on, new comers gonna do your homework and use the search button.

6. video on demand (vod)
- normally we will install kodi (formerly known as xbmc) or spmc, find related repo, then install the vod service from the repo. question: where to find the related repo? new comers gonna do your homework again and please use the search button within the related thread.

of course, live tv could be in both .apk form or kodi repo, same goes with video on demand.

7. launcher
- normally the stock launcher works best. so choose the tv box with the launcher you like the most. of course you can install 3rd party launcher from google play store, but later you will find it either too bloated, not stable, or not optimised for tv box navigation.

On the phone...ftp & network is available for the free version...on the box need to go premium...

Setting/redeem accepts numeric only...lazy trying to go premium through visa payment/code since my visa not on file...

Anyway, its about same as AsusFM, extra being ftp & PC file transfer works in the background, and 30mb smaller which is nice.

This post has been edited by dwRK: Feb 1 2017, 10:11 PM

Hmm, perhaps they issued an update to that effect or it was not available on the free version, cuz at the time of uninstalling, I don't recollect ever seeing such an option.

Err.. What talk you? I had a 1GB RAM box once and used properly, no "lag"... This isn't Windows on a PC we are talking about. I will let you know that some boxes with 2GB RAM can play certain media files (smoothly) that would crash or freeze on even most PCs with 4GB RAM and above.

Thanks for the piece... Now, we hope those in need of it actually read through.

this should be pinned on first page...but no TS here...maybe new thread?

Yes, it's available now. I'm using the free version.

Is there any 4GB RAM box? If there's, it will be very limited choices. I only see 2GB most of the time and even my 3GB RAM box is pretty rare too.

Yes there's few 4gb...don't see the point for now...just bragging rights I suppose...

Probably still bloated.. Like me a lean performer..

There have been a few... For today's purposes, its generally overkill especially with the way the Android OS and media boxes are designed to run. IMO, other priorities such as extensive firmware support and good hardware+software combo rank way higher.
Exhibit A
Exhibit B

P.S. Until we have proper use for it, 4GB RAM makes more sense on a Tablet or Smartphone than on an Android media box.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Feb 1 2017, 10:21 PM

I see. I just know it's very rare.

Yes, it's pretty bloated. I'm a minimalist most of the time, looks like I will check out those apps suggested earlier and get rid of ES File Explorer. I just need one app that I can easily transfer files from mobile/PC to my box.

So, there are 4GB boxes.

True, even I'm on 6GB RAM phone now, I still find it underutilized for my case.

ES is quite small and does more if I recall...just don't like how they set up the ads...

You can try total commander (file manager) & via (browser) if you like minimalist

And the paid version is pretty pricey.
I will try out the file manager first.

yea, asus f.m is the king of file manager (free) now.


fruitful contents only for ppl who pay efforts to search.

i have used 512mb, 2gb, 3gb, 4gb android phones, i feel that 2gb ram is enough, but i always welcome bigger storage. the bigger the better

I like this very much too...about the same as AsusFM but much leaner...15mb vs 52mb(file commander) vs 85mb (AsusFM)...
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...tor.filemanager

Anyways you have 32mb storage...why worry

This post has been edited by dwRK: Feb 2 2017, 09:11 AM

So far so good replacing my cable tv :-)

Anybody want a good deal can check here

R-Box Android TV

I been using this works like charm

this looks good! thanks for sharing.

update: too bad it doesn't support ntfs

This post has been edited by BOTAK_WAI: Feb 2 2017, 10:34 AM

Too expensive. Please don't sell here. Tq.

overpriced.