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jonn zee
post Dec 17 2015, 02:57 PM

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QUOTE(hengguowei @ Dec 7 2015, 12:39 PM)
I'm guessing if we want to play 4k 10bit on a HTPC, we will need a GTX950/960 gpu for hardware decode? Otherwise Nvidia Shield TV will do fine as well? Dilemma on which direction to go for. Currently running Kodi on an Intel NUC and it's slow...Can't handle 4k videos in 10bit not to mention the lack of HDMI 2.0.
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what abt Minix neo U1 or the older x8-h plus. both are running 4k
jonn zee
post Dec 24 2015, 11:45 PM

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QUOTE(marczeman2 @ Dec 24 2015, 08:00 PM)
Guys what platform are you using to run Kodi on? I was thinking of getting a simple mini PC running windows, wire it to my unifi 30mbps with a LAN cable, and hook it up to my TV via hdmi. Then get one of those wireless remotes with keyboard too for proper "couch potato" experience lol

Mainly I want to stream movies, tv shows, and EPL matches. Occasionally of course I will play local storage content like movies etc.

What do you think about my intended setup, and do you have any mini pc to recommend? Really appreciate any input/tips  smile.gif
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budget?
jonn zee
post Dec 25 2015, 11:55 PM

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QUOTE(marczeman2 @ Dec 25 2015, 01:44 PM)
For the htpc alone (not including remote and external hard disk) I budget 1k. Is that okay?
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HTPC sound so ancient bro....

Minix Z64 Windows.. run on Windows 8.1. easily upgradeable to Windowd 10.... Sells for rm600. Add a minix A2 Lite fly/ air mouse.. rm80.

Or get a minix u1 that runs on Android. Got 4k 10bit. Again add rm80 for a fly/ air mouse..


QUOTE(naTTan @ Dec 25 2015, 12:14 PM)
Guys just bought Minix Neo U1

My KODI like fresh new

Any recommendation on what add on to install

The first page mcm bnyk link dah expire only
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How's the U1 going?

Perhaps some review here?


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jonn zee
post Dec 26 2015, 05:02 PM

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QUOTE(zero721 @ Dec 26 2015, 09:54 AM)
Another question, I'm going to subscribe maxi fibre 10mbps for my new home. Can I know 10mbps able to load android tv box nicely? Or I mean buffering better? Worried 10mbps can't buffer those movie nicely if I buy a TV box. But my lady boss don't let me subscribe unified 30mbps as she said it's expensive. Although for me it's only 30bucks different, but lady is like this. Haiz... All sifus, can comment?
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30 would be nice but 10 would do...
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post Dec 26 2015, 07:36 PM

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QUOTE(marczeman2 @ Dec 26 2015, 05:09 PM)
thanks for the recommendation. I would really like windows at all costs. The more full featured the better.
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Good news indeed.... that the minix z64 wcan be upgraded to Windows 10...
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post Dec 26 2015, 11:56 PM

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QUOTE(DannyOP @ Dec 26 2015, 10:42 PM)
What's the advantage of Windows 10?
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Being able to use the latest OS.. means that it will hv a longer shelf life.

Anyways... fresh install will be better that upgrade..
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post Dec 27 2015, 03:11 PM

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http://www.imdb.com/list/ls051448087/

List of 4k movies.. from my torrent search.. 1 movie is about 50gb. Up to date I've never torrented more than 1080p...
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post Dec 27 2015, 06:14 PM

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QUOTE(AVFAN @ Dec 27 2015, 05:20 PM)
thanks, good to know.

i just googled a bit more.

bluray 4k players just getting into the market.

seems 4k movies was just being licensed, coming out now.

of course, the tv needs to be 4k too.

at this time, there are only short 4k videos, some tv series.

i have tried a few short videos - yes, excellent pictures!
1080p comes in many shapes and forms. 8-12gb ones are usually good, some with hd audio.

bdmv are 35-40gb - these are good with hd audio. comes out excellent on a 4k tv.

i expect 4k movies to be 60-100gb to have that extra resolution and perhaps dolby atmos too.

that is state of the art, the best one can get, if you are into it! laugh.gif
warning: just like when one first watched hd 720p and then find sd terrible, once u watched the best stuff on a 4k tv, 720p seems blur, 1080p is just acceptable. pamper your eyes, they "betray" you! tongue.gif
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Yup.... I've stopped watching SD altogether... watching SD is like not wearing one's spec...

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post Dec 30 2015, 03:59 PM

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the problems with Smart TVs, is that they use proprietary OS, save for the Sony Android TV, but then again, as from my experience, no more smart tv for me.. as the apps tend to be obsolete and more difficult, upgrade wise... so only 1 smart tv for me, that's it. from then, it's only TV + android / windows box..

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post Dec 31 2015, 01:29 PM

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QUOTE(WaCKy-Angel @ Dec 31 2015, 01:24 PM)
Eh wondering Astro on-the-go channels is it same as what showing on the pvr itself? or limited channels only?
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limited.

not all channels is in OTG.

On Demand oso same. not all astro channels are in On Demand. Best thing abt On Demand is that, it has no commercials breaks... at all.
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post Dec 31 2015, 01:35 PM

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QUOTE(WaCKy-Angel @ Dec 31 2015, 01:34 PM)
I see...

Btw is it FREE or need to pay subscription separately ?
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there are some free OTG and some free OD. some need to pay.

as promotion OTG is now free and OD too to some customers.. sheesh i sounded like Astro CS d.
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