Elsys Smarty Android TV Dongle

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I saw the promotional material for this device at Cash Crusaders Hermanus - it was sold out though. Price R1099,90.

It is a dongle alternative with a remote for Android TV for those that do not want a box.

It runs Android TV OS 9.0. The remote has a Netflix, Google Assistant , and YouTube button.

Details :

Elsys Smarty Android TV Dongle

Make: ELSYS
Model: CZSEI103

Specifications:- 1GB RAM - 8GB ROM (onboard memory) - Bluetooth v4.2 - Automatic/full screen aspect ratio - 1080p HD video resolution at up to 60 frames per second (60fps) - Maximum 7.5W energy consumption - Power input: 5V/1.5A

Description

The ELSYS Android TV Smarty device is designed to effortlessly turn almost any TV into an Android TV via HDMI. As it is a simple plug-and-play device, you can easily travel and enjoy the preloaded Netflix and YouTube, as well as any additional apps and games, anywhere you find Wi-Fi and a TV. Time to enjoy Netflix, YouTube and any of thousands of the other Android apps on your TV - no need for a Smart TV that offers limited app use. Smarty can connect to four Bluetooth devices at the same time, letting gamers have their game controller, headset, wireless keyboard and mouse connected for easy gaming and searches. As it is a certified Google device, Smarty has unlimited access to the Google Play Store and its apps. The Smarty is easy to use. Plug the device into the TV via the HDMI cable, hold the OK and Back buttons on the remote control, and follow the onscreen instructions. It is simple plug-and-play.

For pictures of the device and details :

Link : https://www.cashcrusaders.co.za/new-goods/elsys-smarty-android-tv-dongle/stockcode12878
 
It's certainly interesting ... but at that price for a only 1080 model with 1GB RAM - seems expensive?

You'll need to really not want a box to get one ;)
 
Yeah , I know the specs are not up to scratch compared to the Xiaomi Mi S and Ematic , but I do like the dongle idea being a Chromecast fan.

Good to see some dongles eventually on the shelves. SDMC do make dongles as well , but nothing for our market yet.
 
Dolby said:
Where do you see this, though ?
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On the big promotional cardboard stand at Cash Crusaders and the pamphlet which I unfortunately already threw in the trash. But yeah , it runs Android TV 9.
 
joshuatree said:
On the big promotional cardboard stand at Cash Crusaders and the pamphlet which I unfortunately already threw in the trash. But yeah , it runs Android TV 9.
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Thanks - was checking the specs and don't see anything on it
 
Dairyfarmer said:
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Yea I saw that too - hence was wondering about the Android TV 9.0

Personal opinion is that the unit is too entry level for the price - the 1GB RAM / 1080 resolution / lack of connectors is a bit limiting. I understand that some people do prefer a dongle though - but I've also seem that occasionally a TV can't power the unit from the USB, and you need a separate plug point anyway.
 
Dolby said:
Yea I saw that too - hence was wondering about the Android TV 9.0

Personal opinion is that the unit is too entry level for the price - the 1GB RAM / 1080 resolution / lack of connectors is a bit limiting. I understand that some people do prefer a dongle though - but I've also seem that occasionally a TV can't power the unit from the USB, and you need a separate plug point anyway.
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I would say the specs are very similar to an Amazon Fire TV Stick Gen 2 2016 / Basic Edition 2017 with the difference of having Android TV 9.0 :

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People love their Amazon Fire TV Sticks in the US.
 
lexor said:
I had quite a few TV boxes over the years and the 4K Fire-stick is my currently my favorite. It just works !

Perfect for my setup.
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I like the Amazon ecosystem - I have old Amazon Fire, Amazon Show and a few Dots.

But I understand that the Amazon Fire Stick can't do the local Showmax or DSTV Now without tweaking / side loading?
 
Dolby said:
I like the Amazon ecosystem - I have old Amazon Fire, Amazon Show and a few Dots.

But I understand that the Amazon Fire Stick can't do the local Showmax or DSTV Now without tweaking / side loading?
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You are 100% correct.
I never tried side loading DSTV or Showmax because I don't watch it.
 
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