Xiaomi Mi Box S | 4k Hdr Android Tv
Wow, what a great streamer for such a low price. The device is really small (which is an advantage), works really fast, and offer android tv 9. 0 and was immediately upgraded after connecting it to the internet). It is officially certified by google, so it has the play store (for android tv), and other google apps. Please note that other ‘android’ streamers with a similar price coming with a customized regular android (for phone and tablets) and not officially certified by google), but this one is the real deal.
I’ve really been enjoying this box so far. The firey alternative was beginning to get much to slow for me and it was driving us nuts. We wanted something with android tv instead of a generic tv-box that has heavily modified, basic android versions on it. We have xiaomi phones and have been extremely happy with them so decided to take the leap on this. It’s fast and really easy to use. The only gripe we have with it is that it’s missing hulu and prime video apps. We couldn’t believe it when we saw; i assumed it would have the full play-store and we would just download all of the apps we want like normal. This wasn’t the case, apparently hulu has had performance issues on the platform in the past and they decided to pull it off of the market until it’s fixed. It’s been off the market for months now from what i’ve read, and i don’t expect hulu to jump on it anytime soon. Amazon and google of course have a strenuous relationship and as such android tv’s don’t have prime video available on it, and least not currently. For hulu, i was able to download a legacy. Apk of the app, and install it manually. I tried the same method for prime video, but it wouldn’t let me log-in properly.
You should know the difference between a android tv box and android tv. This xiaomi is a android tv which is officially certified by google, that means you will receive updates and support for your apps, chromecast works really well, but in the other hand a android tv box is not going to give any update or support for your apps like netflix, i bought a different a android tv box last year, what a waste of money i wish i would’ve known about this before, i highly recommend you update to android 9. 0 before you install anything, i don’t get why some people complain the device is really small and fast, it’s not the fastest android tv in the market but it’s really smooth for only $50.
I am looking for alternative live tv turner. Xiaomi mi box s has good review on the net/amazon. But it is a disappointment for me. First, there is no ethernet port. I was overlook when i order the device. Without ethernet port, you leave with only 2g/5g wireless. But for live tv/hdhomerun user, you better have ethernet connection to your network. To my surprise, the live tv app, the one come with the box, is working well with hdhomerun box. My wife prefer the live tv app better then the hdhomerun app. It a little bit slow when switch channel, but present with familiar channel lineup.
Im not sure why the person in the review below had an issue with the speed or using hulu. Need hulu just download it like any other app and it works perfectly. I have firestick 4ks on every tv but have a google home system throughout my house. This box rocks in comparison. Zero ads on the main screen, just a smart layout with your apps and where you are on your current episodes (it shows your netflix shows on the main screen). The firestick would sometimes stick and then spit out all the remote presses at one time. Did i mention zero ads for shows etc or prime video, just your apps. Integrates with google home so you can speak to open netflix, pause, rewind, turn off/on, volume up/down. The only negatives are there are no fwd/rev/pause buttons directly on the remote which means you have to press the main button then use the screen icons to go back/fwd/pause.
Connect to a world of content and entertainment at home with Mi Box S. Running on the latest Android TV 8.1 is easy to use, supports voice controls and your favorite apps such as Netflix, VUDU, YouTube, SlingTV and more! Experience stunning 4K HDR visuals and DOLBY DTS for an immersive experience. Catch your favorite TV shows, play games, watch the news or listen to the radio. Mi Box also recommends videos based on your personal YouTube and Google Play preferences.
Features and Spesification
- Brand New in box. The product ships with all relevant accessories
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