downdload google services with google play .
latest youtube works now

You mean u just download the apks and installed it? Just like that? Wow didn't expect it to work.

I kinda like not having Google play store or play services. With regards to Youtube, I prefer the YouTube TV version as it's easier to use with the remote. The latest versions require at least Android 5.0+ unfortunately

See.. This is why we should share solutions instead of being capitalist as*holes. Opens up a bigger playing field for sharing.

I'm also pondering whether to re-add google back on the box. My friend wants it but box feels "lighter" without it. Gonna need him to decide.

@ffxmadman, kodi 16 / jarvis works on kitkat.

@hayelali, did you install those as user or system apps?

I just use the YouTube app on the smart TV instead.. Much better. Also, for kicks, tried a couple apps including ehem iptv. Figured I can save having to power on my main media box for simple viewing and use the STB instead. Since its plugged in and on standby most of the time anyway. However, the video output on my screen is quite bad compared to my other device. I guess it's okay for those with simpler needs and no better media box or with a simple no frills display/eyes.

A lighter and lean machine is better especially with its limited storage.

Hopefully no TM servants in this forum that reports to Big daddy Telekom Malaysia to patch this workaround 😂

Haha.. Based on past experience... They already know and a patch is being built.. For those with automatic updates still enabled, expect to receive a software update soon.

i installed from apkpure . google service and google play

they will disable browsers

yes from apk pure

Lol. I thought everyone has disabled auto update on their boxes no?

And or go as far as disabling WiFi completely. Allowing access only for the Hypptv & iFlix apps via ethernet vlan tagging...

I left mine on.. As an act of defiance to show them that no matter how much they try to lock it down. Sure have dedicated people to find a way around it.. The latest workaround is almost as if it was left in on purpose. If so, dev...we thank you.

Im actually quite surprised to see you guys still so persistent on this box. I've disabled auto updates on mine and have all the required apps installed and am leaving it as it is.

Not me lah.. I gave up longtime ago. But keep tabs here for a breakthrough. Didn't know it was so simple.. No cables or hackery needed. I do have a proper media box for more demanding AV playback. But now, I can use this just for iptv purposes..Hypptv or otherwise with acceptable results.

What other apps do you guys run with this box? Im only using it for Astro on the Go, Hypp Tv and Youtube.

redbox
livenettvapk.net
openbox
showbox use vpn so u can see all movies

Tbh, I stopped using mine a long time ago since I already have a far superior main box. This one was done for a cheapskate fren who is adamant on using crappy tm hw. I don't even know if my own tm box has been updated or not. Lols.

As far as persistence goes, I like fixing problems so this was personally a good exercise at it. Looking forward to what tm tries next. Haha.

Aside from hypptv I got on my fren's box ##iptv, terrarium, redbox, youtube and ftmc with a local build. Should have him covered for just about everything he needs. All that already feels like pushing the box too far really.

I'd prolly do an sdcard storage swap for him later on to boost the meager 2gigs. He's prolly gonna bug me about it really soon too. Lols.

Great. Didn't realize you could still run so many apps with the box.

this box can detect pendrive Sandisk Extreme Go?
if can i want to buy the pendrive

Yup, same here. Gonna leave the updates on.. See how..

Can.. Just that performance is so and so... If one has nothing better or haven't tasted better, then okay la..

Should work cuz the drive is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 speeds.. Don't expect super 3.1 speeds here.. IMO, since the likes of SanDisk Extreme Go appeals to you. Can also afford a better android powered box.