HOMATICS Box R 4K Plus Google Certified Premium Android TV Box

[@tvboxstop]

So guys this one is a hidden gem and it's just as good as any top name Google certified models.👍 You can get an additional 5% discount with this coupon: TVBoxStop

[@hieunguyenduy9076]

100$ i will by it :)

[@ic3man669]

The shield is more powerful but it's getting really old, this one way more future proof whit some specs way better than the shield.. It's a no brainier.. This one >> shield

[@tvboxstop]

@@ic3man669 the problem I'm having with the shield is that its 3GB RAM and 16GB of internal storage is getting old as you said, and it's a CPU speed is been slowly taken over by some of the recent models. However the GPU side of its APU(CPU and GPU in one chip) no other box can match the performance of that GPU component to date. So it's a Catch-22 situation when deciding if all not to go with the Nvidia shield. This is a solid TV Box with more features than Nvidia shield, however its GPU component of the CPU is not going to outperform the Nvidia shield. So if you decide to go this one is a good buy.

[@zainalharun4985]

dear nick, sometimes when i on the homatic box the volume isn't loud and need power off and on again the sound will be back to normal, is it problem when i connect to G20S pro BT?

[@tvboxstop]

Could be an issue where you have more than one remote connection via Bluetooth. For example, you can try unpairing the Homatics remote or removing the batteries so that it disconnects via Bluetooth. Or disconnect the G20S and use the stock remote to see if the problem persists

[@darklord_ice]

nice video - unfortunately you didn't mention: can you access external media via the USB ports? (Stick, NTFS hard disk) Thanks

[@tvboxstop]

Yes you can!

[@AdamManeYT]

The USB-C port is meant for their DVB-T2/C dongle. You can simply upgrade this box to feature basic free TV channels. It is the best solution and it works seamlessly.

[@gutwallst6645]

So, No ATSC??

[@tvboxstop]

OK thanks for sharing that. I don't have these over the air digital channels where I live so that feature will not work for me.

[@mikenyc1589]

At that price , I'd stick to the Shield......another thing I don't like is that when you click" Other Payment Options" it still goes to PayPal....I don't know about you guys but credit card protection is a lot better than PayPal!!!!

[@tvboxstop]

Thanks Mike for sharing

[@xani123123]

​@@tvboxstop emuelec compatible?

[@tvboxstop]

Not sure. It's got no SD card slot, and I don't know if Emuelec will load via USB

[@StormRageTV]

Does this have passtrough of TrueHD and DTS-HD MA trough PLEX?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes it has HDMI pass-through for TrueHD however it's not processing DTS HD-MA and DTS X. I cannot say for sure if it passes through PLEX as I'm not a Plex user.

[@patrickcadette]

Firstly and the type c ports serve one purpose a huge nooooo.with that said for an Google certify TV box it is not bad.there are a lot of things to like about it. Awesome nick 😁😁😁👍👍👍

[@tvboxstop]

Yea the type C port is a bit of a disappointment for me seeing that it's the first to implement in such a long time. The sorting is always Patrick

[@user-ic6xf]

It would be so good if we could use as operating system without having to use Google or Apple accounts to do basically anything.

[@tvboxstop]

That's a strange request for a Google certified model. That would be suited to the mobile version of Android. The main reason someone would choose to purchase this model is to login with their Google account to get their paid subscription services working.

[@ubeytelma662]

Gerçekten güzel bir ürün Google sertifika olması ve fiyatı 149 dolar güzel tanıtım inceleme videosu süper olmuş dostum teşekkürler

[@tvboxstop]

Bazı izleyiciler her zaman kutuların Netflix'i HD ve 4K olarak oynatamadığından mı bahsediyor? İşte onlar için bir model umarım beğenirler.

[@hieunguyenduy9076]

Tôi vừa đặt hàng 1 cái, và đã sử dụng mã giảm giá "TVBoxStop" của kênh, chờ xem box có ngon không. Đang chờ hàng về... :)

[@tvboxstop]

Cảm ơn người xem Việt Nam của tôi. Tôi đánh giá cao việc bạn sử dụng các liên kết của tôi và bạn sẽ không hối tiếc khi mua chiếc hộp này vì nó được thiết kế tốt và mang lại giá trị tuyệt vời như thiết bị phát trực tuyến được chứng nhận.

[@Francesco-gf9yc]

Great video and review.....request: Have you tested if the optical output (SPDIF) carries Dolby Digital and DTS formats to an old amplifier (without HDMI) (For example using the Netflix platform) ??? Thank you 😊

[@tvboxstop]

I will have to test and get back to you

[@onlyzach1]

Really nice rundown. Can you test it out with Android 12 and Plex? Wondering about 4K DV, HDR suuport, as well as all the audio codecs you tested here.

[@tvboxstop]

The manufacturer has not and I don't think you will update the Android 12. The that might come in in new model.

[@johannetremblaysauve1215]

Does any ones know how to record a serie on this homatic, I try to figure it out without success, are maybe a link of step by step how to do it thank you ...

[@tvboxstop]

This is a Google certified model, it will not have any recording features

[@RusovMendes]

So this box has dolby vision Dolby atmos And plays all audio codecs including true HD and DTX?

[@tvboxstop]

You get Dolby True HD. For audio you do not get DTS-HD MA and DTS-X. What you get it DTS Neural-X/Virtual X

[@xintimidate]

On Dunes website it said it supports DTS-HD and DTS:X, have you updated your device since you uploaded this video and tried to play those files again? If so does it work now? If not do you think it will come in an update further down the line?

[@tvboxstop]

I connected it recently and didn't notice any OTA updates

[@xintimidate]

@@tvboxstop Before I made that comment I didn't realize that Dunes has their own version of this device that supports all the audio formats. So, I thought you were testing the dunes version of this device, my apologies

[@MrVenomDad]

Not sure why you would want this without root access. Might as well get a Amazon device

[@tvboxstop]

Some people would consider that a con. But for this box its a pro because it's needed for the certification.

[@ellistonmclean939]

2.4 Ghz wifi is always slow. That reading for the 2.4 was a good speed.

[@tvboxstop]

Yes I was surprised by the 2.4 GHz's performance

[@1HDBIZ]

It's actually the best one yet for Android TV (not for gaming). Too bad the price is $150, which is exactly like the new 2022 Apple TV 4K. But the Apple TV streamer is better and has a much more fluid interface, if you don't mind getting into the Apple eco-system. Were the price for this Homatics streamer around $70, I'd buy a couple units right now.

[@tvboxstop]

You're right am not in Apple ecosystem user. So as much as the Apple TV is been recommended and that sure if I want to get into an entirely new ecosystem. Maybe I will knows

[@alfonsoblacksoul]

No se como me puedo poner en contacto contigo ( por Twitter ) para hacerte una pregunta muy específica. La haré por aquí con la esperanza de que la veas. Este equipo Homatics podrías comprobar que puede reproducir Dolby visión? En las especificaciones dice que si, pero he escuchado a gente que dice que no es verdad. Es que no encuentro a nadie de confianza que lo tenga y lo pueda probar. Muchas Gracias. Un saludo

[@tvboxstop]

Ja, ja, me alegro de que hayas hecho esa pregunta, porque otro revisor hizo la misma pregunta y se demostró que reproduce Dolby Vision. Pero lo que debe comprender es que solo se accede a Dolby Vision cuando reproduce Netflix, Prime Video, Disney + y HBO Max que tiene la certificación para acceder a la función Dolby Vision en la caja. Si abre un video inesperado que está codificado en Dolby Vision, verá que la función se activa en su televisor. Si intenta reproducir un video de Dolby Vision alojado por usted mismo, el video se reproducirá sin problemas, pero no se activará la función de Dolby Vision durante la reproducción. Esto se debe a que el reproductor multimedia no está certificado para acceder a la función Dolby Vision. Dolby vision no es una aplicación gratuita de código abierto, debe ser certificada y pagada por el fabricante y solo ciertas aplicaciones que tienen la licencia para ejecutar Dolby vision pueden acceder a ella.

[@alfonsoblacksoul]

@@tvboxstop Me deja sorprendido pero tiene sentido. Muchas Gracias por contestar. Un saludo.

[@Kandidat1999]

Kind of disappointing that this is only 32bit.

[@tvboxstop]

Yes indeed, but it's my favorite certified model that I use in my videos

[@jordenlolo817]

wonderful clip video .the android not rooted can I install third party apps.

[@tvboxstop]

Yes it can install third-party apps but listen. Copy the app to its internal storage and install it from there. I discovered that you to Google security installing APKs from external storage gets blocked. If copy APK to its download folder it installs from there.

[@jordenlolo817]

@@tvboxstop Thank you very much. it will be ip tv apps.

[@ADRIANOVIAJANTE007]

Congratulations e very nice analysis

[@tvboxstop]

Thanks and welcome

[@taulantz]

For the same price of Nvidia Shield.

[@tvboxstop]

OK true, but that will be for those where the Nvidia shield is available with low shipping costs. This company is based in the East so shipping is a lot lower for those looking for a certified Android TV device.

[@wujishixun]

如果我買120美元，不包郵。

[@ADAM-UNIVERSE]

Hello, have you tested Kodi? I would be interested to know if everything works with Kodi, i.e. picture and sound.

[@tvboxstop]

Yes of tested Kodi and everything works okay picture and sound

[@lookieman839]

32bit or 64bit Android os ?

[@tvboxstop]

32bit

[@vcacp]

Everything is Perfect. But i don't see it can read DTS HD-MASTER & DOLBY HD-MASTER. Any Suggestions ??

[@tvboxstop]

True it has DTS Classic Neural X. It does however have Dolby TrueHD. It also supports Dolby Vision. Thanks for the visit

[@sohailahamed7113]

1.Can it supports 4TB hdd through usb3.0 2.Can it play dolby atmos lossless dolby true hd movies through hdd 3.can it play iso files directly from BD Plzz reply I saw full video it only shows atmos through dd+

[@tvboxstop]

Yes 4TB HDD via USB 3.0 Yes plays Dolby Atmos / DD+ / Dolby Sur / Dolby TrueHD / DTS Neural X. No DTS HD-MA and DTS-X Not sure about the BD file I don't use those sorry.

[@vcacp]

Which way we can make it read DTS HD MASTER & DOLBY HD MASTER ?

[@tvboxstop]

It cannot unless the manufacturer finds a way via a new firmware.

[@alfonsoblacksoul]

Can it be played in dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos from USB 3.0 and from Kodi? Thank you so much.

[@tvboxstop]

If you play a self hosted Dolby vision video through Kodi the video will play smoothly but it will not activate the Dolby vision feature on your TV. However if you have full access to Netflix through Kodi and you have an HD or 4K account I am still not sure if it will activate a Dolby vision on your TV. Reason being Kodi itself needs to have Dolby certification to access the Dolby vision feature on your TV. That is why Dolby vision is only activated on your TV when you use the official Netflix apps and others. With that said this box does activate the Dolby vision feature on your TV using the official streaming apps only.

[@KendyBeraldo]

I was almost going for Chromecast 4k, but then discovered this brand and model. It was way pricier than Chromecast 4k, but totally worthed. But mine has a top metal plate of copper color, not silver one.

[@tvboxstop]

Good choice. This is the best Google certified S905X4 to date. While others are limited to 2GB 16GB this one has 4GB 32GB, it's got USB type C which are no other box have, and it supports Dolby vision with regular updates.

[@neutron-5]

Nick, what does Auto HDR mean? Is that the same as Adaptive HDR?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes it's the same

[@VishalKanwar]

Seems so promising- any updates to the firmware upgrade and DTS:X pass through via plex or atleast it does all which Nvidia shield do with plex ?

[@tvboxstop]

I haven't checked it recently for any updates. There was one about a month ago but it didn't resolve the issues

[@cd889]

Does this run in always HDR like the majority other Android TV/Google TV devices or is it adaptive depending on the content displayed?

[@tvboxstop]

I placed it in the the video but I excuse you if you missed it. See here: 3:34

[@grindy8065]

Can you change the TV input with the input button and control something like a PS5 with it? If not, what does it do?

[@tvboxstop]

I tried it but it appears that the button has no function

[@julianfoster9033]

Can you download the downloader app on this device, the 4k apple box you cannot apparently!

[@tvboxstop]

Hi Yes Downloader is available on the Play Store. It installs without issues and it works well with the included remote to navigate the browser with the on-screen cursor and to enter search phrases.

[@vcacp]

I reset the box. After that i dont find dune hd media player ? I cant access the hard disk and movie data's. any idea ?

[@tvboxstop]

Resetting the box erases all installed apps, logged in the Google accounts, and reverts to factory default settings

[@MJ-xy8vr]

Does anybody know how to turn off led light. It's terrible and annoying!

[@tvboxstop]

Apparently just as you figured there is no settings for it

[@lowrider692000]

How would you compare this box with the KM6 Deluxe and which TV box would you say was the best box out there for streaming?

[@tvboxstop]

This box is way better than the KM6 Deluxe

[@lowrider692000]

@@tvboxstop after looking into it more and reading all the negative reviews and faults it has on amazon I think I will stick to the KM6 deluxe there's not even an 4K upscaling, one of the reviews says, "if you are considering buying this box then be aware that BBC iPlayer and ITVX will not work. It's very expensive to be limited in the app department so think carefully." its a lot of money for a tv box that has so many faults quite glad I read up about it all

[@lablackzed]

Ouch pricey .🤔

[@tvboxstop]

And will depend on when you purchase from plus shipping

[@lablackzed]

@@tvboxstop Tell me shipping is a killer for me .😡

[@wujishixun]

你终于拿到了，我也刚刚拿到这台产品。

[@tvboxstop]

是的，我及时得到了它，因此您可以从我的视频中看到您可能不知道的利弊。

[@wujishixun]

@@tvboxstop WiFi6不支持，网速很低。你有没有问他们为什么不能输出DTS HD 和X 高清音频。是不是固件问题，还是TV box 本身的问题。

[@cautionKFY]

nice video... Does TrueHD Atmos play 4k movies?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes it does. Also there was a recent firmware update took care of some firmware bugs

[@jamesbucsis6296]

Ummm $150US , is pretty expensive for us Cdns

[@tvboxstop]

The cost is tied to the course the have to pay Google for their certification

[@dxbikesmajki9639]

why are you trying dolby DTS through VLC player and dolby atmos through MX player. Have you tried everything through MX player when dolby atmos also works there. Maybe VLC does not process DTS and mx player does

[@tvboxstop]

Not all the formats are working to the MX player or the VLC player. You're better off using Kodi nexus is what I discovered recently with settings set to expert expert, audio channels set the 7.1, and audio passthrough enabled with all surround sound audio below enable

[@Merry-and-M3]

@@tvboxstop sp cam kodi passthrough dtsx?

[@jamesbucsis6296]

150US is too much. Hopefully it goes on sale

[@tvboxstop]

That would great too

[@Robertorossell]

Hello, thank you very much for the video. I have a question. In my case, I have my Blu-ray ISO files backed up on an external hard drive. Is this TV box capable of playing these files from an external hard drive, just like the old Asus O!Play used to do? Thank you very much in advance.

[@tvboxstop]

Even though it is a certified model it all boils down to what decoders are needed to decode the ISO format. I have never done it before because the file sizes involved are too large to download. From what I read the VLC player is capable of reading the ISO file, and I guess its certification with Dolby license should accommodate the audio format. The VLC player however does not have a license to Dolby Vision. It will play HDR/HLG with Dolby Atmos, but it does not have the license to output Dolby Vision like you have on Netflix. This is all speculation as it will actually need testing.

[@Robertorossell]

@@tvboxstop thanks for the quick response

[@dawgyqq3264]

I have a Nvidia shield right now how is the speed on homatic vs shield?

[@tvboxstop]

Well of course the shield is faster and more powerful than the Homatic model

[@bibekshrestha1515]

In my country for 55 inch Samsung q70b cost 110k Sony x85k cost 138k Sony x80k cost 130k Q70b 65 cost 155k I am very confused as i dont see much Samsung Q70b review.

[@tvboxstop]

Hi friend I believe you commented on the wrong channel I don't review televisions

[@bibekshrestha1515]

@@tvboxstop thanks 🙏 you. As there isnt any review in web I thought I could find some help here

[@gutwallst6645]

I'm just glad to see a Google certified Box with Netflix 4k support and not 8gb of storage

[@tvboxstop]

Yes indeed

[@kcg7861]

You should check on a touch screen monitor if it has Android touch enabled if you can get Android touch out of the one of the ports

[@tvboxstop]

When I connect a touchscreen monitor you don't get touchscreen functions, you do however get auto screen rotation. If the USB C port was a display port you would've gotten touchscreen function.

[@sibabehera1]

Sir, can you test audio for Dolby atmos. Is it working perfectly for Dolby atmos

[@tvboxstop]

Yes it is working perfectly for Dolby Atmos that's the first video I played in the surround sound section 10:04 look at the receivers display. What he should know is that on this box certain media players give different results. I got Dolby Atmos when using the MX player.

[@Rory_sz]

Friends who need to buy this product can contact me!

[@tvboxstop]

嘿朋友，我建议你先把你的评论翻译成英文再发帖。 该频道是自动翻译的地理语言。 如果您在中国，请使用 VPN 以英文查看孩子。 因此，无论您发表什么评论，都会在视频的英文版本中以中文显示🤓

[@zainalharun4985]

after updated the new version Dolby dp & Dolby dpp disappeared on sound setting, why?

[@tvboxstop]

I wish I was the manufacturer of the box where I can answer your question but unfortunately am not. I believe the Homatics support page would be correct Please to get answers.

[@zainalharun4985]

@@tvboxstop is there no more Dolby dd & Dolby ddp function? oh no,

[@jleng3443]

Does this Box support LDAC & AptX Bluetooth codecs ?

[@tvboxstop]

Those decoders are not listed under audio decoders

[@孤单孑然一人]

Remote control has a button does not work, Click will show waiting for function development, there is no menu key, can not be adjusted

[@tvboxstop]

Send them a support ticket as I see they are providing firmware updates

[@孤单孑然一人]

Thank you for your reply, this TV box on the online streaming support is very good, it is to see your video introduction I bought back to use in China, high configuration, powerful performance, very good

[@tvboxstop]

Thanks

[@gangs0846]

No dts:x support. Right?

[@tvboxstop]

You get basic DTS Virtual neural X, it's not like the full DTS HD Master audio DTS X.

[@iScherma]

Hey, would you be able to confirm if you can run it WITHOUT a linked google account? Having a suck-puppet account is not an option and I know I won't be able to use Play Store without a Google Account and I'm fine with it.

[@tvboxstop]

Yes it can run without a Google account. However when you run for the first time you may need to skip the Wi-Fi login and Google account sign-up

[@iScherma]

@@tvboxstop perfect! Is there any link with ur referral/partner program? Also, are you into custom launchers/customizations? Thank you very much for clarifying that for me! =)

[@iScherma]

@@tvboxstop the link on ur website points to the Box R 4K (non plus), when you fix it let me know and I will get one =)

[@iScherma]

​@@tvboxstop Mine just arrived, connected it to the power and hdmi, IT DID NOT ALLOW ME TO PROCEED WITHOUT SELECTING A WIFI and when I selected one IT DID NOT LET ME PROCEED WITHOUT SIGNING IN. Wasted 150USD+tax.

[@sunnychen9911]

Can you sideload apk on this box?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes you can, but here's how to it. Copy your APKs to the downloads folder and install from there. For some strange reason it's not allowing you to install APKs directly from external storage.

[@bobcrane9945]

Can this box run Sycler and real debrit?

[@tvboxstop]

There is no reason why Real Debrid wouldn't work as it's installed inside Kodi and Kodi is available on the Play Store. Sycler on the other hand can be installed via APK but my advice would be to copy the APK to the box's internal storage and install it from there as some certified models tend to block the installation of external APKs. I have not experienced that on this model but if you encounter any issues that's what you have to do.

[@bobcrane9945]

@@tvboxstop thank you

[@wujishixun]

那个C 型接口是不是接卫星电视天线的，你有没有问他们公司有什么用途。

[@tvboxstop]

不，我没有问过他们。 然而，USB C 型端口既可以是充电端口，也可以是具有显示功能的数据端口。 这个端口只是充电。

[@wujishixun]

@@tvboxstop 据说后面那个C型接口是连接DVB-S2/C2/T2的电缆。

[@cliffordgallagher4531]

Very nice product, Great review and Thanks for bringing this to our attention. Appreciate it bud!

[@tvboxstop]

Any time! but stay safe

[@ianvanterpool5544]

Great review one question can it play rip content at 65GIG or higher flash drive or hard drive

[@tvboxstop]

When you say 65GIG are you referring to the size of the hard drive?

[@rene.s.s]

The size of the file 😅 Can it play 90 gig BDMV folders for example?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes it can

[@rene.s.s]

Thanks!

[@hieunguyenduy9076]

150$ giá cao quá. 100$ là hợp lý hơn

[@tvboxstop]

Và phí vận chuyển có thể rất cao ở một số khu vực

[@hieunguyenduy9076]

@@tvboxstop Miễn phí về Việt Nam, nhưng giá này tôi sẽ mua box khác.

[@LouisHochmanTheJourno]

Can it output 4k120 and keep up with Moonlight at that speed?

[@tvboxstop]

Up to 4K 60hz MAX

[@LouisHochmanTheJourno]

@@tvboxstop That's unfortunatel, given that it's advertised as HDMI 2.1.

[@wujishixun]

你应该介绍一下Plus更新系统的音频测试

[@tvboxstop]

我不太明白你在问什么。 你能换个说法再说一遍吗？

[@wujishixun]

@@tvboxstop on latest Beta build 3696 - Homatics Box R 4K Plus 1. fixed the issue of the pressing the "device preference->storage->cached data"can't clean the cached data isssue. 2. fixed the dobly truthHD can't output the correct format under the AUTO mode. 3. delete the menu "smart control" which is not wrongly put there before. 4. correct the typo, passthrough with the letter R missing. 5. live tv when apk recording issue, when the device in standby mode, recording will be going under standby mode. 6. added the double click on home button will revoke the recent tasks function. 7. added the LED light switch with the whitebox LED light control functions. 8 fixed the issue that Anker soundbar no sound when connected to the box. 9, added the latest google security patch.

[@tvboxstop]

@@wujishixun Yes now I understand I will do an update video then to confirm those upgrades. Thanks

[@630619]

type c ...... km6 deluxe better

[@tvboxstop]

The KM6 deluxe does not have a type C port and it's also not better TV Box

[@jcpdcanaljuegos3970]

H96 MAX V58 Wiht 8gb RAM and 4gb RAM antutu 550k wifi 6 ethernet 1000

[@tvboxstop]

Almost here friend still in transit

[@AnilKumar-lt4uk]

Is this box powerful than fire tv 4k max which should i consider becuse i have avr , and want external hdd to play , now my mind confused between dune homatics , hako box, nvidia shield tv pro , fire tv4k max ( hdd may not supported) . Nvidia powerful but outdated software , what do you suggest i m very confused please help me to choose

[@tvboxstop]

With this box, it will detect and play data such as videos images and music off of external storage such as HDD. Even copy and paste is a function. However, to execute/install APKs you will have to copy the file to its internal storage and execute using its internal file browser. I prefer this box's performance over the fire TV stick.

[@AnilKumar-lt4uk]

@@tvboxstop thank you boss for fast reply ,

[@AnilKumar-lt4uk]

@@tvboxstop sir have you made any video on fire tv max

[@tvboxstop]

No I have not, honestly I'm really not too interested.

[@AnilKumar-lt4uk]

@@tvboxstop I have purchased this after your review and working nice as expected , but still some app not supported like google chrome not there but but overall it's a good box bit costly but worthy. Thanks boss

[@baukemid5735]

So this box Will play dolby vision in netflix ? Or only 4k hdr

[@krzysztofokon3687]

Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos

[@tvboxstop]

Hi sorry for taking the tree weeks to answer your question. I just connected to my living room TV that features Dolby vision and Dolby Atmos and I can confirm that in Netflix you get Dolby vision, Dolby Atmos, and HDR. So this box is indeed an official Google certified streaming device with the right hardware.

[@tvboxstop]

Yes indeed it does

[@baukemid5735]

Np tv box stop know your bussy bud dint wait have the box now 2 weeks its a oke box its not yet a nvidia killer i hope it Will there are some bugs but support its verry good from homatics i like tnx guys

[@davidross7255]

Great video. I just had a quick question. Why not try using Coreelec media player to test audio formats? For instance, I have a Beelink GT Pro which when I use Coreelec it plays All lossless and lossy audio files ( passthrough to my Yamaha receiver). But Kodi, VLC and the native Movie player will only play some audio files ( no TrueHD Atmos). The only tv media boxes that will passthrough all audio formats are the Zidoo Z9x, Nvidea Shield tv and Amlogic tv boxes using Coreelec.

[@tvboxstop]

I am quite sure that CoreElec will allow the passthrough of these formats however LOL the new this there is no microSD card port?

[@JoshFisher567]

You forgot about Dune and Zappiti, which all share the same RTD1619DR CPU. I own the Dune and while these are amazing for local media, there streaming is limited as they are not fully certified and use AOSP. I only get UHD HDR with KZbin and that's only because it's using a non official KZbin app. Most streaming boxes don't do DTS because Dolby won the streaming wars so it's not worth the licensing to most.. Below is from the Zidoo forums. It's a shame because all three support WineVine. They also support more Dolby Vision profiles and let you choose between STD (display led) and LLDV (player led) as STD is better for video content like movies. One question, were you able to test Atmos embedded in a Dolby TrueHD signal? Atmos isn't technically a format. It's object based metadata embedded into a DD+ (lossy) or Dolby TrueHD (lossless) signal. All streaming services use DD+ and typically only support Dolby Vision Profile 5 and 8 which are both LLDV and can't read dual layers like Profile 7, which is what UHD disks use. The Dune supports Dolby Vision Profile 4, 5, 7, 8 and I believe 9 (Dolby has made DV WAY too complicated). For example, Kodi can playback a UHD ISO file but only in HDR. UHD disks have a second 1080p layer with the DV profile 7 info and players like the Shield can't play ISO files in DV. Vanilla HDR is on the UHD layer so that's why you only get HDR. These 3 players are probably the best players for local media but they are terrible for streaming services. The below is what you will get with all 3 of those players. The VS10 engine is amazing but it doesn't work with the android streaming services, only the native Linux player does for local media. They are not Google certified and come with APKPure and not Google Play. Google Play Movies Full HD (1080p) / stereo Netflix Full HD (1080p) / stereo (Netflix 4K en Android) HBO HD (720p) / stereo, needs mouse (HBO en Android) Disney+ HD (720p) / stereo includes Dolby Digital Plus (Disney+ en Android) Amazon Prime Video SD (480p) / stereo, needs mouse (Prime Video en Android) etc

[@VishalKanwar]

I m interested in Dune Homatics 4k plus - plz review since u have it

[@dannydoesd154]

is it good for iptv

[@tvboxstop]

If the apps you are using are compatible with Android TV OS then it would work fine. If they are more suited to the mobile version of Android, then you will have some navigation issues with the remote.

[@jamesbucsis6296]

Too expensive

[@tvboxstop]

Okay

[@fherrivera951]

So is android 9 better than android 11

[@tvboxstop]

No it's not. What some people don't understand is that the manufacturers develop SOC's based on certain versions of Android. So the new versions of hardware will only be compatible with Android 11 or 12 and not backwards compatible

[@fherrivera951]

@@tvboxstop ok thank you for letting me know ✌️

[@sirdee9607]

Chips

[@tvboxstop]

Thanks for the view

[@zainalharun4985]

there is a good android box to buy?

[@tvboxstop]

This Box R 4K is the best certified TV box for 2023, I just haven't declared it yet.

[@zainalharun4985]

@@tvboxstop I'm just bought this box and waiting delivery from seller, somebody comment on this box after 6 months used the box will be breakdown n error, it's make me scared about it

[@zainalharun4985]

@@tvboxstop how to appear the sideload apps to main screen?

[@tvboxstop]

Most of the time on Android TV OS you can't. What you have to do is install the app from the play store called Sideload Launcher and add that app as a shortcut. What this does is list all your sideload applications in a window.

[@zainalharun4985]

@@tvboxstop tq so much my brother, you solve my problem..

[@starlee83]

nice❤️

[@tvboxstop]

Thanks 🔥

[@adeniyijawando6695]

Can I install 3rd party application on this box?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes it can install third-party apps but listen. Copy the app to its internal storage and install it from there. I discovered that you to Google security installing APKs from external storage gets blocked. If copy APK to its download folder it installs from there.

[@aiglephoenix9877]

you suggested me homatics r 4k plus, that it is the best between (mecool km2 plus vs homatics r 4 plus)

[@tvboxstop]

Yes indeed

[@aiglephoenix9877]

@@tvboxstop so the best is homatics r 4k plus?

[@tvboxstop]

Yes I am telling you

[@aiglephoenix9877]

@@tvboxstop I thank you my brother have a nice day 💪

[@dpfreedman]

Interesting and attractive product. Thank you for the thorough review. A few things: The Homatics site lists the price of the Box R 4K Plus as $150 US as of today. Also, I see there's a 4k (non-Plus) model that is available for pre-order at $90 US. While the non-Plus model features 8gb instead of 32gb storage, unlike the Plus model it DOES have a micro-SD card slot. Otherwise, same processor but no Dolby Atmos, etc. One other thing I noticed: power supply is 12v, not 5v. I often run my Android TV boxes off a 5v power bank or common USB power supply. The 12v requirement means this won't be the replacement for my aging Mi Box S.

[@tvboxstop]

Yes you are correct as the have some variation models to suit your price and hardware requirements. Also you need to be careful with that power requirement as the jack is the size and fit of other models of 5V 2A so you can end up damaging your unit as I nearly did one time.

[@glmur18]

I don't trust you

[@tvboxstop]

Hi Murphy as simple as your comment is, it says a lot about how you view my work. So as a blatantly plain as possible tell me what you don't trust about me so that I can address your concerns. It's totally okay you won't hurt my feelings.

[@N-e.o]

If i search for this box on the official website it says it only has 2GB ram.. how comes yours has 4Gb ram? Also how did you get Geekbench and Antutu to work?as this device is supposed to be limited only to work with 32bit apps? Please need answers

[@tvboxstop]

This model is currently sold out and they are taking preorders for the second batch using the link in my description. Also Antutu and Geekbench 5 are not 64bit apps. You can sideload them easily by first copying the APKs to its download folder, and executing the installs from there. There is a block installing APKs directly from external storage. You can also sideload APK app stores using the same process, and was installed the APK app stores will install all your APKs for you without issues.

[@N-e.o]

@@tvboxstop I couldn't get Antutu and geekbench to work on the Nvidia Shield (tube) 2019. I did sideload geekbench and antutu and installed them fine but when opening the apps i couldn't do anything, even used a mouse pointer but no response to start the benchmarks🫤

[@redroverm2295]

这么贵的盒子怎么还是32位系统？

[@tvboxstop]

我同意现在是一切 64 位的时候了。 然而，获得和更新 Google 认证需要花钱。

[@srvuk]

Only 100Mb LAN is silly for what is supposed to be a premium product and when you have a barrel jack for power, the USB-C becomes redundant.

[@tvboxstop]

No where did I say that? Let me correct it. This box is GB LAN 1000Mbps

[@nekilik5925]

14:19 min.

[@ic3man669]

@@nekilik5925 that is he's maximum internet speed idiot.. I saw another review whit this machine hitting almost 700 Mb up and 400 down!

[@nekilik5925]

@@ic3man669 whats 9 + 10?