T**K
Blowing the opposition out of the seven seas. (no Pirates here my Lord).
Been really digging hard and deep into the under belly of the web on these things, and one issue popped up again and again: and that was memory ...This Android box has 2Gb - so first box ticked [ green ], and I just can't believe that something the size of a packet of Players (tm) cigarettes does so much.In use: - Breeze to set up, and as long as you know your WiFi password, then it's a snap.The main screen looks just like Windows 8.0 - but I can live with it.As previously mentioned: the remote is bog standard, and is fine for changing channels but that's all.So with my purchase I also bought a BlueBeach® 2.4GHz Wireless Air Mouse Keyboard + TouchPad Remote Control for Smart TV / Android TV Box / PC / HTPC / IPTV / Media Player / Xbox 360 / PS3 - At 8 quid it's not bad, and is definitely needed to set the box up.Other considerations.- The primary reason I bought it was because I'd got fed up with, ...1.) Waiting for Netflix to load via my apps in the useless TiVo Box from Virgin.2.) Not having Amazon Prime on the useless Virgin TiVo box.3.) Having a redundant Now-tv box that I've lost the remote for. Yes it did work with a mobile app, but its a pain, and the wretched thing didn't connect every time I turned it on.So from the above restrictions and annoyances: I figured that I'd put all my apps in one basket and took the plunge. (SPLASH!)Netflix installed [tick] - no problem, and loads in a flash.Amazon Prime App installed [tick] - no problem and also loads in a flash.SKY Now-tv app installed [tick] - can navigate round the menus [tick] - But the damned thing won't stream saying that HDMI is not supported, but lots more are available. {it starts with 'B' has eight letters in it and end with a 'T'}Damn and Blast! -- The Android box itself is fast and brilliant to use and no fault found with it, but if you want to use Now-TV on it ... then look else where, and it apparently is a known issue with these boxes.NOW !!! - Did I mention Damn and Blast? - BTW if anyone knows a ** NOW ** work round, then I'mall ears.P.S. -- Didn't attempt to install Kodi or the Showbox Apps, I just don't need the grief of setting up a VPN, but the pirate programs are both on the Google Play App Store should you be so inclined to dabble with them, and apparently this neat little box can run the Apps no problem.Verdict: it's a nice product with potential, but just don't expect it to run **legal** content: *** ILLEGAL? *** - No blooming worries.RGDS - Terry.
M**N
Nice little box
Nice little box, neatly packed and arrived on time. This android box does exactly what is needed, easy to set up and not too much bloatware. I have advised my friends to purchase one.
S**S
Lovely compact device that is quite fast
This was an upgrade from my older 1GB ram TV box that just didn't seem to cut it lately.Setup was simplicity itself - power it up and attach to the wired LAN (you can attach wirelessly of course, but I prefer wired) and you are ready to go.You have the option of using Google play to install some apps but if you want to just play back movie files from a local memory card then this is ideal.The supplied software does a good job of playing back and the quality of both sound and video is excellent.You are bettter off using your own wireless keyboard though as the supplied remote is fairly limited as they all are.Its fast, responsivve and very compact so it will slip in well behind the TV.Great value.
R**E
Could be better.
I have had this for a few months now and it is ok, however if you decide to go with this item, you do need to know a few things:Invest in a wireless mouse and/or keyboard etc as you cannot scroll with the included controller.You cannot use it for NowTV.We really only use it for Netflix and BBC iPlayer, but even now it doesn't want to load Netflix correctly or update properly.Do your homework and don't expect and easy ride. For proper tech savvy people only.
Q**R
READ BEFORE BUYING
This android box is S H I.... You get the jist. I bought two to test these out and here goes.The first android box is dead on delivery, does not power on whatsoever absolutely useless never seen nothing like this in my life.The second android box actually powers on surprising but the Wi-Fi is inconsistent and disconnects/reconnects every one or so minute. All in all this was absolute WASTE of money. Would not recommend whatsoever
P**Y
Great product
Bought this for my lounge TV and must say came well packaged and worked better than expected, have firesticks for my bedrooms but wanted more gb space for my lounge box, everything app wise was downloaded very easily and was fairly quick, the only thing I can say I wasn't impressed with was the remote it came with best to order and all in one mouse and keyboard but most people that own these do, very pleased with purchase.
A**R
Always crashes!
Apps are very easy to install from Google playstore, it's a fast very responsive Android box as it has a 2gb ram. Initially, I was very impressed with the box but I'm now very disappointed because the box crashes and stops working every so often. It's very frustrating when watching a movie and halfway through the whole thing crashes - the only thing to do then is disconnect the power and reboot. Don't know if this is a common fault with this product or I'm just one of the unlucky ones to get a faulty Android box. The YouTube App (which I do like to watch quite often) is not remote friendly on this box and is so frustrating. I preferred my MXQ Pro Android box which is sadly not working at all now.
W**T
Excellent value for money
A big improvement on my old 1G model. Very easy to set up if you have previously owned one, have an air mouse and understand settings. Otherwise you will need you tube for advice videos. Having sampled this improvement I will keep for a while and then get a 4G model. Once set up though this is reasonably quick and much more responsive than 1G.
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