u must define better in what?

hey, myvi can be better than a bmw, you know!

if I want to use with streamyx/unifi.

which one of android box with lowest monthly commitment?

just want to avoid astro contract.

streamyx works with these boxes but not as well as unifi (higher and more stable speed).

there is no commitment fee to the box, not like astro.

you buy the box, then you can have free stuff or subscribe to other stuff.

good free stuff, you need to learn how to get and maintain them, takes some work.

i think there is now legit paid service. there are also other non-legit stuff (you pay upfront, no guarantee after that).

some box sellers will sell you these paid services.

check this thread too.
https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2855171/+580



p/s... why every week we have someone wanting to dump astro?

recession or what?

This post has been edited by AVFAN: Dec 9 2015, 10:29 PM

Hi, for normal Kodi streaming only, or viewing photo or video from phones....there are too many models and price range is too wide out there...So any suggestion?

Best you read thru this thread a bit, also check out the Himedia, Xiaomi & KODI threads here on LYN.. Lots of recommendations and personal reviews here. You get to read about those with the most issues. No offense, but every few pages, this question pops up again and again. Standard minimal specs for a decent android box includes, 2GB RAM, 16GB eMMC storage, solid Quad-core CPU & GPU that's proven capable of running KODI smoothly even with the heaviest of skins (future proof). Also, after purchase support.

The most vocal on here use boxes from Minix, Himedia, Xiaomi, Nvidia, Amazon and even RPIs. So you see, it's a personal choice.

kodi is a large app, so it is also about how much kodi u are going to use.

if light use, almost any box can handle kodi, even cheap mobile phones can handle.

if u are into lots of stuff, better to have bigger memory as kodi can take up a lot of space.

viewing photos from phones... i am not a big user of that but i would think with the usb cable, the box can read anything on the phone, with either native player or some other player u install yrself.

yes, dozens of brands each with a few models.

my stand has always been about how much you help you will need to keep the box working to the level you want. advanced level users can pick up any box and make it work well but a new user not prepared to learn may junk the box after a while. so, i advice you to choose:

.. popular brands/models that are common, many users can help you if in trouble.
.. buy from sellers who can help you or guide you where to get help.
(keep in mind these boxes need care and attention on firmware and apps updates; not pushing buttons like on dvd players or astro box.)

as mentioned, the most popular brands that get a lot of discussion hee are himedia, minix, xiaomi and a couple others.

Hi all,

Just upgraded to Unifi 30 and planning to ditch astro due to the lack of content available and also it's constant replay of the same content.

There are too many pages to read but i hope you guys can help me recommend some android box to get.... mainly my requirements are:
1. Lastest TV series & movies
2. Anime & cartoons
4. Documentaries
5. Shows for women like those renovation, home design, cooking shows

all these are in english only. korean is secondary... chinese channels? nah..

1, 4 - much is available with just one app - KODI. movies can be found on KODI as well as other standalone apps.

2 - anime also found in KODI but a separate app called kissanime is even better.

5 - there some available on KODI too but not in HD; i think the ones available in HD on hypptv are quite good and you already have it.

which box to buy - i always say the same thing - buy one that is popular (info sharing) and helpful seller (for maintenance and updates). just avoid cheap but unpopular models where u get no help after buying.

which exact box to buy, best u search the sellers threads, ask questions....

due to the network config in the house which is equipped with it, i cant hypptv unless i buy new switches.

that is a pity...

hypptv actually offers a some very good HD channels.

won't find them with same quality and reliability with the androidbox!

Hi,

Anyone want to buy my Himedia H8 Octacore 1GB RAM+8GB.
Bought at ccs221 in digital mall early Nov 2015 with receipt. Still got 11 month warranty.

Item include :
Original box
Remote Control
Himedia High Speed HDMI cable.
Original power adapter.
Purchase receipt.

Already update at ccs221 to new firmware.

**Player got scratch a bit at front.

Willing to let go RM250.

Reason to sell = Not interested in android box.

Can PM me or SMS/Wasap at 019-3316739 Jai.

TQ.

Guys, I'm planning to buy below device for my parent to replace the aging Astro decoder and the small dish for PRC satellite channels.

http://www.11street.my/productdetail/ubox-...de-1000-3259528

Question: Are they user friendly for age 60++ elders?

the ad for this one makes a very big and loud claim: "permanent and free 1000 channels incl xxtro".

unless it comes with black magic, i don't see how that means anything.

if new to this kind of box, i suggest:

.. read this thread in full, from page 1.
.. visit a fren or neighbor who has one of them, ask them.

for anyone not IT fluent as a user, it won't be easy.

for those who have used android phones, it will be much easier.

very misleading to think this box can be = axtro box.

This post has been edited by AVFAN: Dec 15 2015, 03:32 PM

Interested to get android box. Which model is most powerful and best in market now?

Is it any octa core will do? Saw on lelong ranges from rm3xx upwards

What AVFAN says.... Don't bite, as there's nthg like "permanent" live TV gotten illegally.

Not just any octacore will do... That's just like saying any octacore-equipped smartphone will give the best experience in cell phone usage. All boxes are definitely not equal... PLEASE, read this thread then come back and ask more specific questions. So current users or those who have researched the boxes before can assist. Even reading a few posts back would have told you this. There is no do-it-all box, as all boxes have their advantages & disadvantages.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Dec 15 2015, 08:11 PM

Hi all,

I'm looking for a device to watch:-

1) HK TVB drama,
2) Korean drama with "Chinese" subtitle,
3) Live English Premier League (EPL) football.

and I need to connect the android tv box on 2 TV (two different places with distance about 15m). Any solutions?

Hmmm.... Major concern here would be getting sources to stream from. I can only comment about EPL sources. Some live matches can be viewed using "free" sources (addons) within the KODI app. Most probably, you should visit the garage sales section for IPTV apks and service sellers, they'll offer some advice as to which package suits you. A two-way or more HDMI splitter should take care of duplicating signals between two displays.

Note: An Astro subscription still remains the most reliable source.

android devices progress by leaps and bounds every year, even 6 months.

simplifed, the progression has been:

android: version 4.1 jellybean->4.4 kitkat->5 lollipop->6 marsh mallow
chip: dual core->quad core->octa core
memory: 1gb/4gb->2gb/8gb->2gb/16gb


"powerful" generally = most expensive and newest.

the "most powerful" box at this time is probably an octa core 2gb/16gb lollipop 5.x.

the trouble with this "most powerful" is there are a no. of apps that do not support the chipset or the android version. in fact, most local iptv like astro-on-the-go, hypptv everywhere, iflix, etc. won't work with newer sets. can say they can't catch up so quickly.

so, why u want it to be "most powerful"?!

it all depends on how u will use it. for light users, a simple basic one will serve the purpose.

some will look for large memory to dump in all sorts of apps and never have to clean up.

some look for 3D, 4k and hd audio handling.

some look for proprietory apps, pre-installed apps, even iptv subscriptions.

do read this thread from page 1. don't get the idea that by buying the most expensive box, all will work well. not at all. becos these boxes are software driven, u need to know how or get help to make it work well.

This post has been edited by AVFAN: Dec 15 2015, 11:15 PM

avoid this kinda package...you can request the 1000+ channels list from the seller...i bet he/she wont be able to provide it

an update on this movie hd app...

version 1.1.0 worked then died.

a few days later, it came back, working good now on one of my devices.

it works on my quad kitkat but does not work on a dual jellybean.

it seems the app has a way to detect the device for previous registration or chipset type or mac no. to work or not, possibly as a way to control no. of users...? don't really know the truth.

anyway, try it. it is very good - if it works on yr device.

This post has been edited by AVFAN: Dec 15 2015, 11:34 PM