Finally you help me to ask the queries..
I'm also finding for the box tv..

Unrooted box for us is good if we have Unifi and astro account.
Else, we wasted to pay tv subscriptions especially unifi playtv..


I also do some research for TX3, but so far it's 2GB RAM and 16GB storage only.
Not sure can last longer more than 4 or 5 years or not.. Now the more latest versions, the file size more bigger and more drain the RAM.

By the way search for H96max 4GB ram and 64GB storage, saw some of the forumer mentioned that unifi playtv not support.. Haizz...

The price of minix make me fainted..
It's too beyond the target already.. Just a bit disadvantages the RAM is not so strong..


I saw some of the box tv can root and also can unroot back.. Is it true?

Not me want to buy la.. But yeah, I get you.. Been a Minix fan, owned 3 of their boxes over the years.. Always upgrading to each flagship and they've never disappointed. Well, except on the Android TV OS and Netflix FHD support. Hopefully, their next flagship will be such...

True, compared to others.. Minix boxes do command a pricier tag. But unlike Apple products (don't lynch me pls), Minix actually makes solid performers to justify the prices. So it's really a matter of one's willingness to cough up more, for that extra performance and peace of mind. Same with the Nvidia Shield TV Box.. Pricier but for its performance, one knows they won't go wrong. As for RAM "not so strong"... 2GB is more than enough for even the most demanding media application or game. Remember, this is Android here and it's all about how the fw handles RAM management and not the size. Bigger isn't always better!

Yes, some boxes can be rooted and unrooted at will. Minix come unrooted. But you can root it or unroot. Others, let you toggle settings to switch between rooted and otherwise. While some can install Magisksu, which allows root hiding/masking.

This post has been edited by voncrane: Oct 30 2018, 12:30 PM

nvidia shield. which is more pricey than minix u9h .

For me, I'm more focusing on storage and RAM performance.. Internal storage around 16GB is enough for me already, some-more can insert TF/micro SD card support and can move the apps which is not need everything dump in internal storage.

But for RAM is the most important, knowing that the Android drain of RAM if install and launch lot of TV apps unless it's apple TV (Sorry, I less eat apple.. )

I always though that watching 4K resolutions, at least need higher RAM and GPU.. Am I say correct? 2GB ram for me might be last longer around 2 or 3 years, then need to change the device again.

For boxes, I won't be play games but more in entertainment. Any suggesting for boxes model number or name for rooted and unrooted anytime? (Don't ask me to google it by myself.. I do a lot of research but getting more complicated.. ) I just find the boxes not so high price and unroot boxes.. But if can root and unroot boxes anytime with not so extremely high price, that is ok at least I can do some homework for it..

Yes, playing h.265 4K, etc videos does require a capable CPU and GPU combo.. However, it's also vital that the firmware is solid enough and able to tap into its hardware and manage resources properly. So Android at its core does not simply drain ram unnecessarily. It's either the firmware is shit or the user installed poorly developed apps that then eat up resources. Again, the importance of buying a good box. Anyways, I believe I've said enough. I've also recommended a few devices, with pros and cons. Up to you to decide if you want to buy one box and use for years without much worry or simply go after a super cheaper one and roll the dice.

Just sharing a good link for comparison chart meant for android boxes which i use to decide on which box i should get..

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1EBG...DU2sHjuC6o/edit

If you were thinking andriod box can last you 4-5 years with tight budget. I guess you will end up cant get what you want. No one can quarrantee 2-3 years down the road what will happen on tv box. I bet you should go for apple tv with netflix, youtube and imovie can last you 3 years minimum.

You can always buy h96max with 4gb ram since it meet your budget but i can foresee you will complaint the box later on after couple of months usage and few update. Things will go haywire. As of now 2gb/16gb rom with good firmware support is sufficient for 4k usage and current usage. For how long it will last im really dont know.

If you are able to use playtv@unifi, then i supposed aotg would not be a problem. Think you are pairing with a mouse, no?

Tanix remote can use as mouse just without the scroll function. I add additional wireless mouse for scroll and moving.

Aotg cant be install since my selection is on rooted now. I can always switch between root or unroot in this tanix tx3 max. Just i dont feel like watching aotg since i dont have account.

Only iflix unable to get free login with unifi ip address. My tablet is still on free iflix from unifi.

Tanix Tx3 max plays netflix fhd?

This post has been edited by Scissorshand: Oct 30 2018, 06:54 PM

Reply from freaktab..

Originally posted by claudiuionel View Post
you have to connect those two holes, in red circle, (see picture) to reset, I have soldered two pins in that holes an use a jumper wire to reset

could he be trolling???

This post has been edited by GuyM: Oct 30 2018, 06:56 PM


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definitely not trolling.

normal cheap tv box has a hidden switch inside the av port…so that make sense.

You mean UHD? U need license from netflix.

Just wondering why nobody talks about the latest Mecool KM9 Android TV?

The spec are quite gooding.
If via GB, priced less than rm300

Ok, appreciate for your advice..
I think I still to be hunting for the boxes and let me continue to do for the research..


Cool.. This chart table..
It's android box engineer.


Seems like there is nothing exist in this world which can meet my requirement one..
Anyway, thanks for your info...

I shall adjust my budget and my requirement..

Since your tablet is still able to access iFlix for free... Register an account using it and the app will auto-link your sub to that account. Then you can now login elsewhere using the same account. Expiry date will remain same.

Box not powering up right? and you are eligible for partial refund.. What's the worst that could happen.. Just do it..

We did.. Couple posts back. Don't think anyone here has hands-on it yet. The specs does seem good. Perhaps, you can grab it and leave a review.

You are welcome. Yes, budget and or requirements have to change. Nevertheless, there is NO perfect box for everything. Performance isn't magic.

Since u guys are talking about iflix..any idea why my iflix account expiry date keep extending by itself? I'm not complaining but I still can't figure it out.

I have never paid a cent for its subscription nor use any code. I'm on digi infinite & minix u9h by the way.

We have the gods at iFlix and or TM to thank for that. Mine too..

This post has been edited by voncrane: Oct 30 2018, 11:13 PM

Damned... That's correct and sad statement... Lol
No review yet but hope you get it and review. Hopefully it has the necessary drm for Netflix HD, Prime and Direct TV

Is powering up except not booting

Will likely try the method this weekend and hope the house don't burn down