Smart TV boxes for under R1,000

mastercylinder said:
That's generally because the APP vendor must optimize for the TV platform and mark it compatible in the app store.

You could, I guess try sideloading.
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The app I use is Dahua and is on the Play store but not the Google TV App.
 
Mike Hoxbig said:
There's only one Google box worth getting for around R1k...

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Got one on special for R899 at Makro a couple months back
 
Daniel Puchert said:
Make your TV smarter for under R1,000

South Africans looking to upgrade their Smart TVs with faster software can buy a highly-capable Android or Google TV box for around R1,000.

Many modern TVs now come equipped with built-in smart operating systems and Internet connectivity that allow users to install and use various apps.
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the mi box s , mibox gen 2 and the mi sticks are also very good got mine for 5 years now .... works well ..
 
triplexxx said:
the mi box s , mibox gen 2 and the mi sticks are also very good got mine for 5 years now .... works well ..
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Those that I have bought are all working well, the Xiaomi Mi 4K TV Streaming Stick, in the lounge amazes me - it runs 8 plus hours a day, every day, and it just works. Both my Mi-Box'es have been hi-jacked by the kids and they and their girls use them every day - no issues, except they don't want to pay Dad a bit of money, to help Dad replace them.
 
AlexFl said:
Is there only one version of the

Xiaomi Mi TV Stick 4K Media Player​


available? Because this price at Incredible Deception seems very (read: too!) good...
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Only one version, and the one we have works very long hours. Just don't let them give you the 1080p version.
 
AlexFl said:
I'm sorry - I don't understand very much about resolutions. Their advert very specifically states "... 4k Media Player". So my question is, is FHD better than 4k then? Thus far, I always thought that FHD is 4k and HD is 1080p.
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720 - HD
1080 - FHD
4K - UHD (kinda)
 
AlexFl said:
I'm sorry - I don't understand very much about resolutions. Their advert very specifically states "... 4k Media Player". So my question is, is FHD better than 4k then? Thus far, I always thought that FHD is 4k and HD is 1080p.
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That is the 4K stick, for what is normally the FHD ones price. Like the man said, grab it.
 

Think Twice About Getting Yourself A Cheap Android TV Box: Here's Why - slashgear​

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The nice thing about an Android-based streaming stick or player is that, unlike something like a Roku or Apple TV, Android is open source. This makes it much easier to install homebrew apps that may not be available on official streaming app stores.

Using anything Android-based like a Fire TV stick can open up some fun and interesting new avenues of streaming entertainment, not to mention customization and web development.

Of course, even a low-end Fire TV stick can cost around $40, and if the goal is to go homebrew anyway, you may be tempted to seek out cheaper alternatives with that same level of functionality.

However, doing this may prove to be dangerous to your digital health. That ease of homebrew installation that comes with Android TV frameworks can be a devious dagger in the hands of unscrupulous individuals, potentially compromising your vital online security measures like accounts and passwords.
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www.slashgear.com

Why You Should Think Twice Before Buying A Cheap Android TV Box - SlashGear

Many cheap Android TV boxes ship with malware or hidden backdoors, risk security and privacy. Stick to certified devices to avoid fraud and cyberattacks.
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Ivan Leon said:

Think Twice About Getting Yourself A Cheap Android TV Box: Here's Why - slashgear​

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Why You Should Think Twice Before Buying A Cheap Android TV Box - SlashGear

Many cheap Android TV boxes ship with malware or hidden backdoors, risk security and privacy. Stick to certified devices to avoid fraud and cyberattacks.
www.slashgear.com www.slashgear.com
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Yes there is cheap and cheaper - certain boxes get recommended here, and others don't, for a good reason.
 
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Not sure if this is the place to ask but here goes.
I have a Xiaomi Mi TV stick 4k. I have a problem with delayed sound. Whether it's playing movies through one of the apps or even scrolling on the interface.
When scrolling there is a "tick" sound when going from option to option and even that "tick" sound is delayed. It's running the latest Android TV 11 and have updated to the latest firmware. My wireless connectivity is excellent as per the settings.
If I restart the Mi device then it will work fine for maybe about 2 hours but after that the sound starts delaying even on Youtube.
Any ideas what the issue could be?
 
Magandroid said:
Not sure if this is the place to ask but here goes.
I have a Xiaomi Mi TV stick 4k. I have a problem with delayed sound. Whether it's playing movies through one of the apps or even scrolling on the interface.
When scrolling there is a "tick" sound when going from option to option and even that "tick" sound is delayed. It's running the latest Android TV 11 and have updated to the latest firmware. My wireless connectivity is excellent as per the settings.
If I restart the Mi device then it will work fine for maybe about 2 hours but after that the sound starts delaying even on Youtube.
Any ideas what the issue could be?
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