Nvidia Shield TV: Why it's still the BEST Android TV box!

[@msquirrel1]

The upscaling is the main reason why I can’t replace this device. Its aged so well and can handle all my streaming needs. I love it

[@riot9179]

It’s an old technology that got overtaken by modern smart tv’s since a while.

[@JFLTX]

You must have an old piece of junk tv.

[@msquirrel1]

@@riot9179 umm no it hasnt. If you believe your tv can do better upscaling than and AI backed Tegra chip, youre crazy

[@JFLTX]

@msquirrel1 you're crazy if you think the Shield upscale better than the high end tvs from Samsung, LG, and Sony. All these tvs use AI in their upscaling btw. The Tegra is old as hell

[@msquirrel1]

@@JFLTX I have tested it on my Sony TV and it is vastly superior. What TV do you have? have you compared the two? Also the Tegra chip is still more powerful than any half ass chip on a tv. Come on now

[@DaveConrad3234]

It's time for a new refresh.

[@aymane.bencheikh]

They're too focused on AI chips to think about a Shield TV follow up

[@richiemohanty5107]

Ive had mine for more than 4 years now. It just works!! Other than one time when i had to reset the remote, its given me virtually no trouble. If they come out with a new version, and i hope they do, id definitely buy it.

[@stevegreenhorn934]

I`ve had mine since Nov 2018. Still works great. Well worth the money. If mine ever dies, for sure I`d buy another.

[@Adrianogba]

A new review comparing to newer devices would be awesome!

[@DavidSmith-tn9rm]

TRICK: Tap BUILD on your Settings 10 times, and you will unlock Developer Mode, and then turn off all the animations and make it even faster.

[@HannesHenkelmann]

I put mine to x0,5 immediately every time I set up an android, too

[@DavidSmith-tn9rm]

@@HannesHenkelmann I put it to 0 :-)

[@deverilwallen9656]

I didn't know it would be great 10 years later. That's really impressive

[@Ichijoe2112]

Not so fast the Shield came out in '15 NOT '14. So it's not Ten Years old just yet.

[@Vikingj72]

I can't remember the last firmware update I have received. I do check for them now and then but I still love the Shield.

[@CenterInYou]

The answer is fall of 2022 :(

[@jamestaleporos9794]

I had an update around 3 months ago

[@FilipedLr]

Why has Samsung never been interested in making a box with top specifications like the Shield?

[@gigachad141]

Idk.

[@JerrySilver]

No one has mentioned that it's the only box that can passthrough TrueHD Atmos and DTS:X. Important if you have invested in a sound system that can handle those formats.

[@riot9179]

Well, no one mentioned this mainly because it’s not true.

[@JerrySilver]

@@riot9179 I'd love to know if there are other boxes that can do this reliably. I know that the FTV Cube claims it can do it but most reviews I've read dispute that. Same with the Dune Homatics.

[@owisun85]

​@@riot9179 So it's true or false?

[@davidenaclerio]

It's true

[@Boots3962]

It's true, also Dolby vision

[@alonzowarren5337]

Are there's rumors about a new Nvidia Shield Tv Pro box coming out?

[@Xhizors24]

I still hope for new refresh after Switch 2 release. Expensive or not, it's the best entertainment box (beside lack of AV1 etc)

[@aucklandguy6362]

The shield is the best way to do plex stuff in dolby vision / atmos The apple tv doesn't like certain profiles of DV. Also doesn't do dtshdma and such properly. Built in TV stuff sucks as it's just a 100mbit port on the TV, which peaks on some high bit rate stuff, also seems cpu on the TVs peaks too... Lots of weird behaviour with that kind of content, I guess they're designed for streaming platforms which use much lower bit rates for video and audio. Back to the shield... The shield occasionally stutters on content if other apps are running, so I make sure I kill everything now and then and it's fine. Can't wait for a refresh of the shield so I don't have to do that.

[@dpt17]

This is probably the GOAT of TV boxes. So flexible.

[@riot9179]

The goat of tv boxes is in this garbage state? Lmao

[@caseylewisjohnson]

Not only is it better at processing video which is what Nvidia was all about when the company was developed they're all about gaming but the processor in this shield device blows away my brand new 100" TVs upscaling processor adds an even extra layer of processing so not only am I getting a 4K video out of this but it's doing it with a 1080 signal and then upgrading it to a 4K and I have to tell you the picture is very much noticeably better it blows me away how much better it is not only that but I'm getting Dolby digital sound on all of my channels because it has built-in Dolby digital DTS and HDR 10 and Dolby vision it does an amazing job your TV doesn't always run in those settings when watching regular programming so I am absolutely impressed with this thing I will keep it forever in fact I'm going to buy a second one just to have it in case 5 or 10 years down the road something happened to this one I'll have another one. On top of that Nvidia's operating system run by Google TV is unreal it blows away the original Google TV device that I had plugged in before The main screen menu is way better you get so much more information from every app you downloaded and the live TV where it tells you what's playing on what program and it can go right to that you don't even have to open up the app to go to it and do it right from the main screen if you have never tried one you got to try one get it at Best Buy if you don't like it take it back but I'm telling you once you try it you will never want to get rid of it.

[@Khutch18]

I bought one this year and was so sad to realize I'd been missing out for years.

[@evertonporter7887]

I've had my Shield for a few years now and it's still the best. My Polaroid smart TV stopped showing the picture, so I had to use my Sheild and LG dumb tv as a replacement. It still works way faster than the TCL 4k smart tv in my bedroom, good though that tv is😄

[@169Aquarius]

I have two questions maybe someone can help. 1 how do you move your apps that you have saved on external drive and move it to another drive cause I cannot see the apps on my pc when I plug it up.2 when a notification comes up to tell me the app is disabled how do I enable it that I downloaded as apk.

[@fabians2711]

Honestly, this video loses all credibility the moment you hear “the Shield TV receives regular Android updates”, considering the last “regular update” it received was back in 2022.

[@HORRUS29]

Exactly!

[@ducciboi]

I got one practically for free before realizing its potential. Pretty stoked

[@fernandos.8158]

what media player does the shield have to play iptv? I love the mytvonline 2 and mytvonline 3 and buzz 5 and buzz 6. Do you have to use a 3rd party player for the shield? The one thing I love about Buzz and Formuler devices is their remote. I can switch from live tv, vod, adn tv series with a touch of a button. I can also record with a button. When searching for channels I can simply punch in the channel and dont have to look through an enntire list of channels. Can I do this with the shield remote?

[@zkosn]

I still use my 2015 shield as my main device (or whatever year it was)

[@Ichijoe2112]

Is nVidia even still supporting this 9 Year-old Device? It's been north of a year now since they bothered to drop an update for it.

[@krzychom1161]

NVIDIA abandoned users with updates, very bad of NVIDIA to pay $200 where for $50 Chromecast still gets updates. I'm waiting for a new Chromecast and I'm selling a shield. NVIDIA thinks users are idiots...

[@johnsnow7836]

I agree had I known I’d of never ordered one , luckily when I dove into it found out and sent it back

[@Itsatarp1337]

I just really hope they will release a new version.

[@faheemahmad3957]

Shield TV 2 should be launched

[@Protectionalert]

Apakah saya bisa menginstall .apk dari flashdisk saya ke nvidia shield tv ini?

[@talalztube]

its crazy nvdia hasant upgraded since 2019

[@Asadc1995]

How is this? compared to a xbox series s. That also have some of the same features. When we talk about cloud stream? in terms of games. This has native cloud gaming app support that the series s dont have due to the series s mostly supports browser based cloud gaming. While being some couple of years old. How is this for upcoming couple of years. Since the cloud does most of the job. As long one got access to stable internet

[@laurencet7032]

Bought a 2019 pro and After putting a lot of media on it for a plex server on a 4tb ssd usb drive, the 16 gig of internal storage was VERY quickly filled up with preview videos. After this, i sold the 2019 one then Purposely sought out the 2015 pro version second hand, upscaling be damned! Found one and changed out the mechanical 0.5tb hard drive for that 4tb SSD. Also put a 0.5tb micro sd card in it and now have a brilliant NAS, plex server, and streaming box all in one. Taking away the storage feels like a downgrade. Also the older thinner remote allows wireless audio transmission to a headphone jack. Which lets me enjoy content within my thin walls late at night without angering housemates or neighbors. Won't be getting shot of my 2015er for quite some time!

[@sriramramesh8203]

shield tv even has all those games stuck on it, it would be crazy if someone ported those games to regular android

[@TuPhonez4Free]

Shield and the switch are goats 😂

[@Jedi71]

I love mine, but oddly enough Disney Plus 4k only stutters on the 2019 Nvidia Shield.

[@RobnDob]

Is this the best option for GeForce now?

[@Mogalize]

I'm struggling with a Chromecast 4k and it has become painfully slow. All my seaches tell the the Shield pro is the best option. With it being 5 years old now, how much longer will it be supported? Everyone still says its the one to get, but if it's only going to get 1-2 more years of use....?

[@MyTableau]

Dont wait longer! Launched in 15, a new model in 17 & the latest was released in 2019. I ran through & wasted a lot on cheap boxes & finally got the 17 in 2018 only to see the new one with Atmos launch a few months later in 2019🤦🏻‍♂ Did not not need it as I did not have an ATMOS sound system, so upgraded only when I got the system. Dont think, just buy it. If you use the what if next year, you will be waiting like me from 2015 to 2018 ✌🏻

[@dragonite4242]

We're not getting a new TV shield until Nintendo releases the switch. 2. That's why it's enjoyed such a long lifespan

[@rbroccoli_]

Didn't the UI get filled with advertisements?

[@nicbongo]

Yea, with surveying a few bucks on non stock launchers.

[@billyheddle8552]

How does this compare to a 4k firestick which i already have (2022 model) connected to my projector with a PS5. I already have iptv which i would transfer to this should i buy it but i dont know if I'll use any other of its features to make it a worthy investment. If the picture quality or sound would be better then great

[@stevegreenhorn934]

I have a 2021 firestick 4K also, great little workhorse, very reliable. I also have a six year old Shield. Still works smooth as silk. No comparison. The shield is faster and can do so much more.

[@nmdpeaceout]

It is so good, just wish it had an optical output for full 5.1. I have a usb to optical adaptor, but still cant quite get the proper 5.1 sound to my system. Also, i wish thr youtube app had 2x speed, for some reason it lacks this feature. Other than that, it is freeking sweet.

[@nicbongo]

Why don't you just connect the TV to the optical audio?

[@nmdpeaceout]

​@@nicbongomy projector doesnt have optical

[@Techfanatic73]

Have not used mine for a bit but now it seems Kina blurry for some reason.

[@jeffshehan96]

I agree, I love my shield. And I also must agree with the annoying fact of the Netflix button. If any update to this product... I would really hope that they would allow you to customize that button. If not, at least remove it. I've also used that remapping app and even though it says it remapped it, it doesn't! No matter what happens, if you're watching TV or whatever and you happen to hit that button it immediately goes to Netflix!!! 😡🤬🤬🤬

[@AaronMcFarland]

The best media center box..period. The 2015 works still almost as good as a 2019 version...and pretty much better than any other media center. My only complaint with the device, 16gb is just way too small of a storage drive. Apple TV 4k lowest model has 64gb. Come on Nvidia, give us more storage.

[@Placesandspaces35]

Simple fix for that. Just buy an ssd (I use Samsung T7 500 GB) and sync it to be used as device storage. I did this on all of my Shields and have way more storage capability than i will ever need on any one device. It is simple to do and takes about 2-3 minutes to accomplish.

[@toma2667]

does it play 10bit x265 video files?

[@JFLTX]

The lack of native frame rate matching is unforgivable. The Shield is obsolete & way overpriced

[@TorrentFiend10]

This is extremely easy to achieve. At least when it comes to your own content. Perhaps not for a content on Netflix etc but frame rate matching can happen automatically with Plex and other very good media players I highly recommend like Nova video player. Most of what I watch is under Nova Video Player these days and it does have frame rate switching to match the content being played. Most of the time this is a non-issue once you use the correct apps that do allow this feature.

[@Brett_Nebraska]

Why dont they make a new even better and heavier hitting Nvidia tv shield?

[@ov3rkill]

I wonder why nvidia isn't upgrading their tv box. A great spec bump would easily beat all other tv boxes.

[@armisis]

I just dug out my 2 of them, was thinking about trying to add them to a docker cluster.

[@RealLifeTech187]

Damien please go and see an ophthalmologist. I told my girlfriend repeatedly if she can't tell the difference between 4K and FHD from a normal seating distance she needs glasses. She strongly insisted I'm wrong until she had to go there for something else and you can probably already guess what he prescribed her. Also helps if you get slight headaches from time to time as that's often from the brain constantly trying to focus the image and failing.

[@williesmith7829]

What about sports

[@adamuser8246]

why no Netflix?

[@morganfreeman8230]

can minecraft pe run on this

[@HORRUS29]

Yeah but they haven't had a software update in a long time.

[@coolasice2187]

How does this compare to Fire stick? Can someone please clue me in? Thanks.

[@drunknspike]

I upgraded from the fire TV cube it's way better

[@loadsheddingzim]

Bruh thought it was a console, tf is this?😂😂😂

[@duplicake4054]

I prefer the new Chromecasts

[@Tass...]

The Nvidia Shield is still the king for one reason... IPTV. It's a god amongst users. I would say that (without exageration) 80%+ of Shield owners are IPTV users.

[@chetlyp]

I go out if my way to buy TVs running android. So I can install an IPTV app and watch whatever I want.

[@GedNEUK]

THIS 👆 .. absolutely agree 100%> We have 2 Shields a 2017 & 2019 Pro. Great device, particularly for IPTV & streaming generally. My mother & sister also have a shield & as they are not technically minded you can even remotely connect to each device to literally "do it for them" direct from my android phone / Chromebook (or laptop) using Rust Desk. (Free) The only remote desktop which allows this. The Shield is definitely still a solid (& imo) best android box for IPTV & streaming. (& I've tried many!)

[@R_Galaxy42]

What is IPTV?

[@chetlyp]

I think it stands for internet protocol tv. Cheap service but get all channels around the world through an Internet service.

[@Max.527]

​@@R_Galaxy42tv cable.

[@rorschachx1479]

Will wait for the next version tho

[@pyromike25]

This has been my media server for many years. Hoping for that next version soon. Any insight/insider info of if/when that is coming? 🤞

[@Jebble347]

@@pyromike25 there's only insider rumors it's ditched, which makes way more sense then creating a new device.

It is for me. I still use it daily and it is still receiving updates. I do have to restart it once in a while and upgraded the remote as the one that came with it was a bit janky.

[@Asadc1995]

Really is this worth buying in 2024. Im considering one for cloud game streaming. Or is it too late in 2024 to buy it. Since it is several years old. Am i far better off buying a xbox series s that have some of the similar possibilities. When we talk about cloud game stream

[@EugeneM-Lawrence]

I'm been a user of the nVIDIA's SHIELD since the 1st model. I got the 3 SHIELD TV PRO (2015, 2017, 2019) upgrade each one with a 512 GB SSD. Loved that my 2015 model that came back in the day with android tv 4 and been updated until android tv 11 just like my 2017 and 2019 devices. SHIELD's is for streaming and the same time a Cloud Gaming console using GEFORCE NOW, XBOX GAME PASS, amazon luna and the defunct Google STADIA. PS Hope 2025 nVIDIA bring a new model that was suppose to released at 2021

[@ROGERDATTT]

Have 2 both the first and 2019 release. Best android box that I've own. Mi box is good too, and surprisingly the fire stick 4kmax does well too and would highly recommend for cheaper option.

[@Crypto-Scriptor]

Got this during the COVID era and it's the best decision I've ever made. 🔥🔥🔥

[@jasc4364]

Nice piece of hardware with comprehensive functionalities, but even after 10 years it’s still not stable. Every 2 or 3 days I have to restart it because it freezes or crashes. It's also not very fast. I can't recommend it.

[@kalilka5697]

Too expensive, outdated software. Not the best buck for the money!

[@robspence3287]

Do you recommend low, medium, or high AI upscaling? I can't decide. I watch on a 65in LG CX from about 8 feet away.

[@Jebble347]

@@robspence3287 there literally is a comparison mode available for you to make that decision for yourself.

[@Straightforward42]

We do use the NVIDIA Shield TV (not Pro) since years and I am very happy with it. But sometimes I have to reboot the system, because Netflix wont start or the remote wont work anymore! Maybe I should reset the whole device and start fresh?!

[@americanbullies1247]

I do bunch of iptv streaming and i find the Nvidia shield pro to still be the best, it just plays everything perfectly with no problems

[@TorrentFiend10]

Button remapper has no problem whatsoever remapping your Netflix button. You are probably doing it incorrectly somehow. Have you made sure the accessibility option for button mapper app is turned on under your Preferences? I actually currently use the Netflix button on my shield remote to launch three separate applications. Normal click launches smart tube app, a quick double tap of the Netflix key launches Disney/Hulu app (because now that they have Hulu as well I can watch Hulu and Disney content in a single Disney app.), And if I long press the Netflix button it will open HBO Max app. For everything else I press the assistant mic button and say the name of the app. Button mapper app works perfectly fine to remap the Netflix key to anything. I've been using it for years without a single issue. If you have any questions on doing this to get it working right just ask. It should be very easy for you to get this working correctly.

[@nicbongo]

It does reset on occasion which can be annoying. Typically after an update. Remapping Netflix button to mute is a god send!

[@TorrentFiend10]

@@nicbongo I have never had it reset. The app never forgets what I have set but very VERY rarely I have had button mappers accessibility settings forgotten by android TV OS on my Nvidia shield....possibly after specific odd android OS elements that get updated. Rarely if this happens I will check button mappers accessibility settings, see it SAYS it is on....although it doesn't behave as if it is on. Just manually disable and reenable the accessibility settings again. If I notice it's not working correctly I check the accessibility setting for button mapper and turn it off and on again even if it already says it's on, and then it works perfectly again. This happens so rarely it's a non issue and isn't due to button mapper app failing, seems a failing of android OS itself to remember it's accessibility settings.

[@richardvacanti9428]

Also a little price I don’t think it’s going to be supported anymore. They haven’t done an update in quite a while.

[@idavidmcclune]

I got the little diddy one with what seems to be a 2 button remote pretty much as soon as they came out. Still going strong. Used every day and only now needs the occasional reboot to keep things clean and performant. It's a brilliant piece of tech and when you take the cost per annum it's an absolute bargain. Definitely upgrading if a new one appears and it might be the last streaming device I buy - I'm getting on a bit.

[@omidyt8260]

Sponsored by Nvidia!

[@FrankLoughrey]

I have the Nvidia Shield max over four years now and was going to replace it for the Formula Z11 max pro but after looking at this video I've decided to keep my Nvidia Shield Max, thanks for the video and good advice.

[@cmair77]

I have a 2017 version with 500gb, the current pro has 16gb which is not enough for me. I prefer internal storage over expandable.

[@dannyy7654]

Still the best 4k upscaler on the market. Still the only AI upscaler.

[@rickgrimes931]

I don't think we will see another one. Didn't development for the Tegra chips stop?

[@AngelaMartin-j2n]

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[@saisagarsingh3340]

man watched inter win serie A

[@blcjck8121]

Yes. Unfortunately. And this fact is rather pathetic tbh. Google needs to pull their heads outta their asses, and come up with a proper powerful device like the Shield. Perhaps the rumored "Google Streamer" will be just that. Here's hoping.

[@coreydixon4188]

Sure is...

[@christianaviles2199]

I guess the question is when is the next gen Nvidia Shield even due out?

[@johnsnow7836]

I don’t think there will one unfortunately

[@thomassetzer]

It still works flawlessly so why get a new one 😊

[@johnsnow7836]

@@thomassetzer if that breaks would you buy another one as mine just broke

[@thomassetzer]

@@johnsnow7836now in that case I understand as with electronics devices go bad

[@johnsnow7836]

@@thomassetzer yeah true I’m contemplating is it worth buying a new one , only thing stopping me is the price it’s not changed since I bought it back 2020 , it’s more than paid for itself hundreds of times over , just using cube and it’s like driving a Ferrari than getting on a bike lol

[@rorster36]

There has not been an update in well over a year so you talking out of your backside

[@Infinitelight8888]

Codecs is why its still the king to me.

[@dragomn]

Nvidia Shield is no longer the best. You folks need to stop simping for Nvidia, and maybe they will finally update their hardware, instead of selling you overpriced 2019 hardware at full price. Do some research, Homatics, Nokia etc.

[@Jedi71]

Links?

[@TheAsifer]

Why is this guy only comparing the Shield to the Chromecast??? There is Firestick, Mi Box, and most importantly the Onn Box. The shield has aged poorly. It is laggy, very unresponsive at times, the remote freezes up, there are WiFi connectivity issues up the ass. It doesn't support VP9 codec for HDR videos on KZbin, a BASIC FEATURE. It also has sound issues with high-end soundbars.

[@mikecoughlin4128]

I’m just starting research into these tv boxes. I did not hear you talk about getting access to everything for free after one time purchase of the box. Is it not like the Superbox or Veesee?

[@TorrentFiend10]

Use a little bit of common sense. This is a legitimate device from a legitimate company....... Anything you might choose to load onto it infected with God knows what from untrustworthy sources, well you can but I wouldn't recommend doing so. Again a little bit of common sense is needed. If you want to use legitimate applications such as plex, Nova video player, and a lot of other great apps which allow you to find your own content however you choose and then use it for playback. Yes it's a great device. But it's not going to come pre-loaded with everything free forever because nothing does and anything that claims to is a lie and anyone should know better. But if that's what you're after you should look at those cheap Chinese boxes that are garbage because a lot of them promise big things which are total lies as well and if you want to believe them you might want to buy one of those. The Nvidia shield is more of a quality product users can happily enjoy for many years when used correctly.

[@Jebble347]

@@mikecoughlin4128 access to what?

[@vepusan2175]

I use it daily for my media library for 4k viewing mostly using my external lacie works so fine and kodi it's the perfect android device . The day when Sony tvs become powerful enough I'll ditch this shield but until then this stays fine by me ❤

[@gilachess]

Dang only under 100 is recommended? I was eyeing one for 160 :(

[@javierdelgado3915]

I got one 9 years ago when i was still living with my parents (the 2015 model), i got it cuz i was like ooooooo I get to play android games and emulators on my TV. And I used it for literally everything EXCEPT that 😂 but media streaming and 4K cloud gaming make even the old 2015 model quite viable even today.

[@teneesh3376]

It's really not. It has a lot of issues for streaming and gaming. Let me start. Disney plus just doesnt work. Playing a video would just crash. The bluetooth is terrible. It's range is so low that it will lag. But if someone knows a bluetooth adapter that will work, please let me know

[@belzenga]

Because Android TV hardware is so stagnant every new device uses a crappy chip, compare this to AppleTV it feels mile apart. If there are some SD8 Gen 1-2 then it will be more competitive. Nvidia ShieldTV for $199 at 2024 is not worth it, normally electronic device price drop overtime. If Apple releases a new AppleTV in 2024 then this put a nail in the coffin.

[@STR82DVD]

I've not seen a firmware update on my Shield Pro in at least two bloody years. Curious that my build is exactly the same as yours and that is NOT a new bloody firmware. What in the hell are you talking about young lad?

[@denisecruffin9301]

my love my Shield TV but, my remote is not working. I changed the batteries and unplugged, the remote is not even lighting up to my touch as usual... I need help!

[@DavidSmith-tn9rm]

I like it, I can watch IPTV channels, any movie I want with Kodi, or I can stream directly from my PC to my Shield with Steam Link to play games, and it runs fast too.

[@KelticLad]

got mine in 2019, and it's still the best in my opinion as for the new remote I don't like it the NETFLIX button is annoying, and find it sluggish and unresponsive at times. I've done all the updates to the old remote and it's still chugging along like a dream, not had a system upgrade in a while but I'm sure Nvidia SHIELD will provide one all in all it is a killer of an Android box....! thanks for the review and sharing your experience with the shield enjoyed the video....! 😜

[@GedNEUK]

Totally solid device - recommended to all my family. Yeah its oricey compared to other competitors but you can buy a used model at a pretty good price.

[@That1GGirl]

Just bought it for my gaming monitor. I don’t have a tv in my room so I needed a way to turn it into a tv

[@Naamsting1]

Another video is telling that the version 9.1.1 is from end of year 2022.

[@gueroarias]

I bought this 6 months ago and have not looked back. The only drawback for me initially was the daing Netflix button that kept waking Netflix up, but the button mapper app solved that.

[@ZoneProduction448]

I have the 2015 & 2019 models. Two feature my Apple TV has over the Shield is auto framerate switching with streaming services and KZbin HDR playback.

[@rkujay]

I enjoy mine, and agree with everything except Tim Sherwood. /s

[@hectorrodriguez4384]

Obsolete box tho , it’s 5 years old 😂