Android TV Box HD Netflix

CranialBlaze said:
Sure it does not have an eternet port, but you gonna need some serious piss poor WiFi for that to be an issue. Connect on the 5ghz band and you have a few hundred MB at low latency perfect for multiple 4k streams, let alone 1 HD stream.
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Noted , thanks ! I have a pretty decent router in the same room and a 100mb line so I should be fine then.

WaxLyrical said:
Currently have Netflix sub on my Mibox but playing second fiddle to alternatives. I'd rather pay for the alternatives.
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What alternatives are you subscribed to ? Hulu ? Amazon Prime ?

CUDlybunny said:
Telkoms Lit box is awesome, more usb ports than the Mi box and it has an ethernet port.

The android TV OS on it is stock so the interface looks identical to the Mi box. The latest lit box now includes an improved remote with a mic for voice commands, for instance I tell it to shutdown and it turns off the box and my TV together.

Having used other android boxes before I can't stress enough how much better the android TV OS is over full android OS boxes. Much more suited for TV use. Its a lot more streamlined and snappy. Apps made for android TV are designed to be a lot more simple to navigate compared to apps made for your phone.

Another plus for the lit box is you don't have to worry about losing support for local apps like DStv now and showmax. Netflix, Plex etc works perfectly.

Telkom stores sell them for R1100 cash or include them free on some data contracts. The problem is finding a store that has stock and calling stores is nearly impossible, ironic right.

I got lucky on gumtree, found a new one still sealed for R800, someone took out a data contract and sold the free included lit box.
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Thank you for that detailed review !! I think I will check around for a LIT box now, if I dont find one I'll pobably go for a Mi Box S, I see incredible connection has them for R1200

IOPS said:
What's your budget?
Nvidia Shield is probably the best pick.
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Around R2000 max, I see the shields are more than that though.

satanboy said:
I am 100% opposed to it. Had one for a day and returned it the next. I blame quality control (because others are happy with theirs).
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Are you referring to the Mi Box??
 
CranialBlaze said:
Unless you have the high end rokus, they kak. Thier remotes are also **** because of kak developers
They mirror the wireless signal in your house which causes network degrade.

Kwese play has an exclusive network setup which is greatly limited, they give us about 10% of the South African Netflix options.
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so would the Roku streaming stick + be an alternative?
 
maqsmaqs said:
so would the Roku streaming stick + be an alternative?
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The stick is Thier lowest level player, it's what I have and its quite rubbish. It works, but it's slow and very limited. Nothing will really compare with android.
 
CranialBlaze said:
The stick is Thier lowest level player, it's what I have and its quite rubbish. It works, but it's slow and very limited. Nothing will really compare with android.
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i thought the streaming stick plus was actually only beaten by the Roku Ultra?
im not referring to the basic unit but the plus version
 
maqsmaqs said:
i thought the streaming stick plus was actually only beaten by the Roku Ultra?
im not referring to the basic unit but the plus version
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Rather get a Google certified device. The roku devices don't have support for the DStv now app for instance.
 
As a 'normal' local box without spending thousands on a Shield, the best you'll get right now is the Telkom LIT box @ R1,100.00ish. It's Google and Netflix certified - so it does Netflix UHD HDR if you have the package. Obviously DSTV Now and Showmax are supported as well. It had a Bluetooth remote with Google Assistant.

Second to that, you can get the Mi S ... more expensive than the LIT and no ethernet port, as well as a single USB port.
 
Dolby said:
As a 'normal' local box without spending thousands on a Shield, the best you'll get right now is the Telkom LIT box @ R1,100.00ish. It's Google and Netflix certified - so it does Netflix UHD HDR if you have the package. Obviously DSTV Now and Showmax are supported as well. It had a Bluetooth remote with Google Assistant.

Second to that, you can get the Mi S ... more expensive than the LIT and no ethernet port, as well as a single USB port.
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not really a "local" box kind of guy
i hear what you're saying but globally i see Roku is recommended by most sites/reviews
nothing global on the Telkom LIT box?
would love the shield but expensive
 
maqsmaqs said:
not really a "local" box kind of guy
i hear what you're saying but globally i see Roku is recommended by most sites/reviews
nothing global on the Telkom LIT box?
would love the shield but expensive
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If you going to run a DNS/VPN then a Roku is great if not it's limited
 
maqsmaqs said:
not really a "local" box kind of guy
i hear what you're saying but globally i see Roku is recommended by most sites/reviews
nothing global on the Telkom LIT box?
would love the shield but expensive
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What I mean is the LIT it is brought through local channels, sold through a local supplier with a local warranty and support.

It's been approved by Netflix for use in South Africa, and been signed off locally by DSTV Now and Showmax

If you want to 'find' the LIT globally, search for DV8219. It's all over Europe, Asia etc - but the LIT is for the South African market.
 
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Get an Apple TV.

Everything works with no need to second guess anything.

Or a Roku.
 
SauRoNZA said:
Get an Apple TV.

Everything works with no need to second guess anything.

Or a Roku.
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Thing is it's 3 times the price ?
And I don't think it can do YouTube in UHD ?

With Google and Netflix certification, you don't really need to second guess anything
 
Dolby said:
Thing is it's 3 times the price ?
And I don't think it can do YouTube in UHD ?
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You get what you pay for.

Not sure about the UHD and Youtube as I don't have a 4K unit attached to my UHD TV, but likely was an issue right in the beginning when first released and since fixed as there were a few HDR issues in the first software updates.

With Google and Netflix certification, you don't really need to second guess anything
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Problem is this seems to come and go and that is where the issue stems from.

Buy a device today with certification and tomorrow suddenly Netflix no longer works.[/QUOTE]
 
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Dolby said:
As a 'normal' local box without spending thousands on a Shield, the best you'll get right now is the Telkom LIT box @ R1,100.00ish. It's Google and Netflix certified - so it does Netflix UHD HDR if you have the package. Obviously DSTV Now and Showmax are supported as well. It had a Bluetooth remote with Google Assistant.

Second to that, you can get the Mi S ... more expensive than the LIT and no ethernet port, as well as a single USB port.
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I went looking for a Telkom LIT box this weekend and couldnt find any stores with stock.

SauRoNZA said:
Get an Apple TV.
Everything works with no need to second guess anything.
Or a Roku.
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Again , mixed reviews with Roku just like the MI Box, so I'm leaning towards telkom LIT Box. As For apple, I rather spend a little more on the shield. I prefer Android as I can install whatever I want.
 
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