UPDATE 16/12/22: After a factory reset, Netflix 4K with Dolby ATMOS & VISION all working great. Thats includes Netflix, Prime and Disney.
@kevinkev1530 Жыл бұрын
👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
@kevinkev1530 Жыл бұрын
Is storage upgradeable? Wht can you do with HDMI 2.1 on a streaming box?
@ztevil Жыл бұрын
@@kevinkev1530 Good Question !! Anyoe ?
@ztevil Жыл бұрын
Did you change the score ?
@doyituyoi Жыл бұрын
What about the new sore and how to compare with Mecool KM2 plus???
@vloriatdemaj586 Жыл бұрын
Hello everyone, I have had this BOX for 2 months now. Before that I had Xiaomi HDMI Stick 4K and then NVIDIA SHIELD Pro 2019. Dear people, I can tell you that this BOX is by far the best Android BOX I've ever had. NVIDIA SHIELD was no better, and no better equipped. With this BOX everything is just right, fast, well equipped. HDMI 2.1 WIFI 6 4GB Ram 32GB memory. all possible connections. I have a Samsung QD-OLED 65 inch TV, it's just all right with the BOX HDR + HDR 10+ Dolby Atmos works perfectly. Never in life is the Nvidia box better than this. With the Nvidia, I could not play HDR or Dolby atmos for my television. This HOMATICS Box R 4K Plus is the best and I recommend it to the best of my knowledge and belief.
@oceanyt8 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update. If my tv can support atmos and vision, do I still need tv box comes with both features ?
@christopheone-ek2kz Жыл бұрын
How do you play dolby vision on Samsung TV ? 😂😂😂
@3_Dimensional11 ай бұрын
@christopheone-ek2kz he didn't said anything about Dolby vision... he mentioned Dolby Atmos. Do you even read the comments properly?
@loganhodges1607 ай бұрын
So this playbacks my files that have Dolby vision?
@seanjoe17043 ай бұрын
@@oceanyt8 no, you dont need it. you only need netflix premium. choose movie with dolby atmos sign
@stephenkisty4304 Жыл бұрын
I just purchased that box from your video is as good as at Nvidia shield pro it’s fabulous and has more memory
@juzuvloke Жыл бұрын
All these boxes make me yearn for a updated shield! LoL
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Lol
@KAT-pi3pk Жыл бұрын
Best bang for the buck in your rankings is still the TOX3. The only downside to the TOX3 is the remote is cheap. Buy a $10 air mouse if you get one.
@der_Wilma Жыл бұрын
Still no KZbin HDR? Does it support 24p on Netflix, Prime & Disney+? Does ist support FLAC Audio Files (Tidal, Apple Music)?
@fabrice19730526 Жыл бұрын
Netflix works fine in 4k - make sure to set the display mode in screen resolution to 4k and auto switch to best resolution OFF
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
It only worked after I did a factory reset.
@MyIronman8 Жыл бұрын
It’s lame it’s to much at 150 . You can get a Nvidia shield for that price that’s guaranteed to get updates won’t take a month to get here
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Yes I agree. I would pick the Shield over this. Unless this was a lot cheaper.
@p750mmx Жыл бұрын
This box has a very active bèta support, that's a good sein. It has a few Telegram channels, one for bèta testing and support only. Android TV V12 is on its way to this box and with that, AFR (auto framerate switching) will be supported. The biggest flaw at this moment. With AV1 and VP9 L2 it has more video codec supported then a Shield now has (KZbin HDR). For me, the Shield 2019 Pro is still number one, but this box is also quite good. With Android TV V12 it could be my number one. It is time for an updated Shield 2023. BTW, €129,- for this box, no more over here. For €149,- I woold not have bought it.
@Steve30x Жыл бұрын
@@p750mmx I rather the android 11 ui. I have the Chromecast with Google TV and it has the android TV 12 ui. The new ui is inferior to the previous version because the shown apps tabs is not customisable. I had a Philips TV with the android 11buser interface and it was much nicer to use and much more user friendly. Also I just bought this for €89 less than I can the standard Nvidia shield. I paid €111 including delivery. The cheapest Nvidia shield I can find us around €200
@marwansherif6201 Жыл бұрын
Decent RAM and ROM but a bit pricey. I think I will stick to Buzztv devices.They are not cheap but deliver professional quality. Thanks for the informative video.
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Your welcome
@trble57 Жыл бұрын
Nice one, Chigz 👍 👌 👏
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. 👍
@TitusRex Жыл бұрын
Does it support Dolby Truehd?
@jasonlin1937 Жыл бұрын
Great review. However, why did you not test the HDR capability of KZbin 4K? THAT'S the most important feature that's missing from my Nvidia Shield. As the result, I'm forced to buy an Apple TV and the recent Amazon FireTV Cube Gen3. Unfortunately Apple TV does not allow VPN and Fire TV Cube Gen3 does not have Chromecast or Google Playstore. Therefore there is NO perfect TV Box out there. I have 3 boxes connected to my LG OLED and use them interchangeably.
@wilbycadet906 Жыл бұрын
Too expensive
@robertdrobertofphiladelphi3393 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment! That's my exact same setup as well! Thought I was the only one seeking the same results.
@zack.123. Жыл бұрын
Exactly right. And if your looking for HDR10+ playback support then you're in an even narrower corner.
@HistoryAmazigh Жыл бұрын
HDR10+ is a no go for you since LG doesn't support it. For VPN On ATV, There's a way : check dns vpn settings from few providers, I can confirm it does work from 1st hand experience
@VishalKanwar Жыл бұрын
I m in same boat and want this as my second or main streaming box other than Nvidia shield pro and Apple TV 4K. I need three things to confirm - High audio such as DTS :X and TureHD , DTS HD master can pass through (Plex) Auto Frame rate and KZbin HDR. The moment I have this confirmed I m placing the order ☺️
@Kandidat19993 ай бұрын
Kind of mind-boggling how you can still rate the Shield this high, when this box here basically is better at any technical measure.
@haoxu3656 Жыл бұрын
I want the latest test version. I also found that some DV remux mkv black screens can't be lit, but there is sound! Emby will automatically transcode to hdr for playback
@joe90jacob57 Жыл бұрын
Impressive box. Am fine with Netflix HD quality, though am not sure of the price. I will like to see emulation on this box. Weldone chigz 👍. I really like your reviews and i appreciate your work
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
4K ATMOS and Vision are now working across the board.
@Tonymultani.786 Жыл бұрын
How much price?
@cyberpunk6812 Жыл бұрын
Still waiting for Nvidia Shield TV 2 😎🍻
@xephir5767 Жыл бұрын
There's already a shield 2 you mean 3, people just call it nvidia shield 2019. The 2017 version is the first.
@zack.123. Жыл бұрын
When will the next one be out?
@cyberpunk6812 Жыл бұрын
@@xephir5767 you wrong the first Nvidia Shield is 2015 version
@patrickcadette Жыл бұрын
😁😁😁👍👍👍..it is a mixed bag of tricks...in stage of the game they need to fix the short comings of this box .awesome review as usual chigz..
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Yes, thanks for watching👍
@dabig259 ай бұрын
Can the Remote control TV and Soundbar (Power On/Off and Volume Control ) like The Shield Remote can ?😢
@Ismail-YahyaАй бұрын
Love this channel!
@vcartera Жыл бұрын
So a Dolby Vision certified box which doesn't play Dolby Vision. Nice! Worth buying!
@MusicMovies67 Жыл бұрын
It does play Dolby Vision
@ultrainst1ct403 Жыл бұрын
wdym? are you sure about that? everyone in the comments say otherwise
@chriskartalidis9687 Жыл бұрын
What about auto frame rate switching? Is it supported throughout all apps?
@dapperDiane7 ай бұрын
I will be receiving my Dune in a few days. My question is once I loaded my selected streaming program like Syncler will it play in 4k links the program has found in the Syncler program. How do you test to see if it is playing the 4k any way of knowing. Thanks
@malmjonas Жыл бұрын
Thanks my good friend. Good content as always
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@zzzaaalll Жыл бұрын
1. why no amazon affiliate link? 2. your ranking system should be changed, you should go rank according to how its handling different apps , load time , fluidity, android official licensing. Ugoos ut8 is a unlicensed android tablet os. 3. Can you check if you recieved android 13 tv update
@zzzaaalll Жыл бұрын
Very happy with the purchase
@cd889 Жыл бұрын
Hi Chigz, is this always in HDR like other Android tv devices or does it switch on automatically when playing hdr videos?
@daudiodreamАй бұрын
Advanced Sound Settings Setup Pls
@travel5456 Жыл бұрын
I love the box,, but now I cannot just click on a shortcut to open app. Now I get a drop down menu which is displayed with open, move, remove from favorites. I have to click open to open apk, why did this happen?
@bobcrane994510 ай бұрын
All I need is great 4K streaming box. I do not have an expensive sound system only a Samsung sound bar. Is there any significant difference between the R4k and the R4k Plus that I would benefit from?
@davidwhite572111 ай бұрын
Is it good for 6:18 PTV as well ???or what box can you recommend and for streaming APK'S many thanks great review 👍
@nancybrown9706 Жыл бұрын
You can get the apple 4K 128 mg for the same price more value for your money and may I say excellent box
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Yes exactly
@dawgyqq3264 Жыл бұрын
Youre also locked to apples eco. I have newest atv 4k its definitely fast compare to my shield but more apps on android lol
@craigcmd8 ай бұрын
Another great review. Has any box you reviewed have smooth playing of the 400mbs 4k jellyfish?
@Sam-Retina4 ай бұрын
Nivida shield tv pro has
@MrGuilty57 Жыл бұрын
How about direct play for TrueHD?
@jussim.konttinen4981 Жыл бұрын
I'm watching this on Apple TV so I'm fine
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Nice
@zahirtiab1710 Жыл бұрын
Please what do you think about Nokia Streaming Box 8010, and compare whit with one?
@usualbeast9 ай бұрын
Why did you not test youtube 4k with HDR? Can anyone confirm if it's supported? Also, does the Type C port support USB hubs?
@grassco098 ай бұрын
Dune ?
@skhan4743 ай бұрын
Do you need netflicks, youtube subscriptions or do they come free? Also does it support live TV and recording tv catch up?
@CalTexTech Жыл бұрын
Thank you for another great review. 👍🏼👍🏼
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Your welcome
@Johnsmith-vu7jo Жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure homatics is bringing out an 8k box but I can't find where to buy
@lookieman839Ай бұрын
mind check it whether it support lossless audio like dolby truhd , lossless dolby atmos , dts hd ma, dts-x
@paulhill1379 Жыл бұрын
Another great review.
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@fernandor1820 Жыл бұрын
Hello. In your tv box chart rating update conectivity because this one support WiFi 6
@craigprocter12326 ай бұрын
what device do you recommend for 4K Kodi playback using COREELEC please? I just want to boot straight to Kodi - I don't want android o/s. Thank you.
@ilkerjordan Жыл бұрын
Hello, what is your resolution on box and on netflix on the initial screen do you see 4k hdr atmos, all of them, on extraction 2 film??
@SharifMax2 ай бұрын
Hi Do you recommend Kinhank g1 or this one
@iScherma Жыл бұрын
If it's not asking too much, but can you check if it works WITHOUT a google account linked to it?
@th3drizzl378 Жыл бұрын
What capture card do you use?
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
I use this generic card: amzn.to/3YuYFnj
@bossfan61 Жыл бұрын
I don't see the 2017 Nvidia Shield TV on your spreadsheet. Is it that bad or did you just not include it?
@zustiizth Жыл бұрын
VLC media player don't works well on android tv
@fredm4197 Жыл бұрын
VLC sucks. Try VIMU player or NOVA both are so much better!
@pemarcin7272 Жыл бұрын
What about NTFS support and 4-5TB USB drives? Does it natively support NTFS from Android and Kodi? Can you please confirm that?
@chrisy40114 ай бұрын
Why would you need that much space if it's for streaming? Just buy a pc and use that as your server if that's the case. Lol. Also, there's a program you can use to partion any size drive over 32gb and it will read it. I have a 128gb usb drive on my onn box and it worked.
@sidha222 ай бұрын
That's what I was looking for in this review. I have given my kids 5tb external drive as thier movie box. So it would be awesome if they can just hook it up to watch movie, instead of 1st copy pasting. Plus all my external oen drives , HD are ntfs. I'm not going to downgrade because a box can't handle it in 2024.
@oceanyt8 Жыл бұрын
Hi if my tv and soundbar can support dolby atmos and vision. Do I still beed tvbox compatible with both features?
@WindomRettes Жыл бұрын
Still can't beat the Shield.
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@zairifki6367 Жыл бұрын
Yeah....but idk about firetv 3nd ....look good
@elkinvilla7597 Жыл бұрын
HELLO MAY FRENDO, WHERE DO I GET THIS TV-BOX HOMATICS BOX 4 K PLUS 4 RAM AND 32-64 ROM, 11 ANDROID, I LIVE IN COLOMBIA.S.A HERE CPS IS 60 , THANKS YOU , I WAIT YOU ,OK
@kimnotyze1983 Жыл бұрын
does it passthrough dts:x and dolby true hd atmos?
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X are backward compatible with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, so soundtracks encoded in these older audio codecs will be playable on Dolby Atmos compatibility.
@marcdavis88429 ай бұрын
Hi are you able to share the links were you can download those high bitrate jelly fish test demoes please ive actually purchased the next model up via Amazon UK "Dune HD Premier 4K Pro Android TV 11" would be great to see your thoughts on this box its the only "true" media unit out their that i believe will challenge or be a direct match for the Nvidia Shield pro 2019 which I also owned.
@AexoeroV Жыл бұрын
Hey, where from you've got those high bitrate vids?
@Nrodrigues9010 ай бұрын
What do you think about nokia 8010?
@thucuoi67552 ай бұрын
44s cold start time on an A55? What a shame
@earlgrey13 ай бұрын
price?
@user-wz3ry6zl3b5 ай бұрын
Hello! Can it do tone mapping from hdr to sdr???
@ehsanjaan7314 Жыл бұрын
The question is why would anyone buy this box over the Nvidia since both are the same price tag
@GRIFF229 ай бұрын
Does this support UK apps and has the company commuted to updates?
@Meridianux Жыл бұрын
How does it work with a gamepad? Why don't have full android google play store?
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Android TV has its own Android TV version of the play store. You download other third party app stores like APK pure and you can use USB or BT Game controllers.
@arnelcomia2060 Жыл бұрын
Can i hook my xternal harddrive hevc mkv files movie??
@Tonymultani.786 Жыл бұрын
You can tell me the price?
@boedilllard5952 Жыл бұрын
Have you tested DTS:MA, DTS:X and DTS:pro?
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X are backward compatible with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, so soundtracks encoded in these older audio codecs will be playable on Dolby Atmos compatibility.
@pohyik Жыл бұрын
I can get dolby atmos but cant get normal 5.1 dolby digital.. this is so strange.. will get pcm on my receiver when playing dolby digital.. both for netflix n mkv files .. and both netflix n mkv atmos works fine
@p750mmx Жыл бұрын
DTS-MA, -X are not supported, they play as DTS. About Pro, I don't think so. Al the other audio codecs are supported.
@ALIENS1393 Жыл бұрын
@@p750mmx уже поддерживает.
@bigq22953 ай бұрын
Same CPU and GPU as the new Onn 4K Pro which is cheaper.
@ic3man669 Жыл бұрын
This guy has the the display at 1080p and he wants Netflix running at 4k 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 minute 4:11
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Your obviously not paying attention. I tested on 3 displays.
@zack.123. Жыл бұрын
Does this device support HDR10+?
@ryan4108 Жыл бұрын
Have you come across an Android TV box that has a better IPTV app than formuler - my tv online 2?
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Probably not.
@Jedi71 Жыл бұрын
The Nvidia Shield has MPEG2 hardware decoding that has an error. In the US, some TV stations are encoded in such a way that it activates this error and the picture is pixelated on fast moving video. Because of this I have searched for a streaming box that is just as good as the Shield but doesn't have this Nvidia MPEG2 error in it.
@danny1956dt8 ай бұрын
I kinda new at this but do you have to put kodi on it to watch pay tv apps
@kevinchiha1Ай бұрын
Do you need a google account to use this box?
@The_Original_KL Жыл бұрын
Decent but expensive
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
👍
@aliessa851510 ай бұрын
Is it faster than the Shield?
@EzziiG Жыл бұрын
Please review the new UGOOS X4Q android box
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
It’s arrived, review coming soon.
@jduffenais7 ай бұрын
Has anyone been able to successfully play rd through kodi with Dolby vision/ atmos?
@mihaliskyriacou52764 ай бұрын
@ChigzTech Where did you purchase and does BBC iPlayer and iTVx work fawlessly on it
@Anti-socialSocialClub Жыл бұрын
The problem with these TV boxes is that after 6 months, they all break down and stop working. Chigz needs to figure out how to test long term durability.
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Thats going to be hard. It means I would have to test the box over a longe period of time and just not possible with the amount of releases. I think its wise to pick a store which gives you a good return/warranty policy.
@Anti-socialSocialClub Жыл бұрын
@@ChigzTech that's very good advice. Although i don't know how many vendors would accept to refund you after 8 months of usage. One way you could do durability tests is by testing a few popular brands. After all, testing durability is actually testing the manufacturer's production process (which wouldn't change much per model). You could give out TV boxes to willing friends / family / channel subscribers (hint hint) and they could use them long term. They would regularly give you feedback based on a few questions ( speed/glitchyness etc ) you could then get a good picture of which brands are durable. You could talk about this durability "score" whenever reviewing that brand. It would certainly set you apart from all the other channels reviewing TV boxes...
@riadkhan8056 Жыл бұрын
Price?
@arditmemolla189211 ай бұрын
For Kodi usage is better than the Fire tv stick 4k max?
@user-hw1ue1mi8f4 ай бұрын
100%
@RuizMiller2 ай бұрын
Mouse toggle work on this?
@adrianosalomon1447 Жыл бұрын
Hi , I have another follow-up question, I keep reading the NV Shield is still the best, If I'm looking at this, it has better codec support and it has 1 GB more ram, as a person who'll only use the device for streaming movies, HDR 10+ AV1 etc, this option would make more sense, also the HDMI 2.1 for a more fluid UI experience, am I wrong in thinking this?
@zack.123. Жыл бұрын
There is no mention of HDR10+. I am also looking for an at that has this box ticked.
@dawgyqq3264 Жыл бұрын
@@zack.123. there is on their website
@zack.123. Жыл бұрын
@@dawgyqq3264 it's not mentioned anywhere.
@xintimidate Жыл бұрын
@@zack.123. Yes it is look at the spec list
@sirdee9607 Жыл бұрын
Buy a 19€ used Rokustik, and a are ready to go for much less money
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Ruku sucks, if you want a streaming stick, get Fire Stick 4K.
@gustavobeleno6100 Жыл бұрын
Quien te dijo aty q no soprtaba 4k este TV box
@TheDushyantDesai8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review. I am still looking for an Android TV box with WiFi6, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0. This has them all but I got discouraged by the Read/Write test in this review. Any comments based on actual use? Or I just wait, until these features become mainstream in next round of boxes. Cheers!
@lookieman839Ай бұрын
32bit or 64 bit cos 4gb ram ?
@alfonsoblacksoul Жыл бұрын
Can it be played in dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos from USB 3.0 and from Kodi? Thank you so much.
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Yes you can
@alfonsoblacksoul Жыл бұрын
@@ChigzTech thanks a lot
@rogerowens78884 ай бұрын
Is there a store for downloader
@pally21 Жыл бұрын
Does this support sky go app.?
@CJLC07 Жыл бұрын
Is this better than Xiaomi tv stick 4k?, It's worth it to upgrade?
@zzzaaalll Жыл бұрын
Of course it is
@Zayd7 Жыл бұрын
Wich android tv box best one Nvidia shield tv pro Homatics
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Shield
@moddunyasii5 ай бұрын
Is this mecool km2 plus deluxe
@arvindpadhiar3544 Жыл бұрын
Hi, I get this message on my Android tv box... error code 522 on stb emulator,thanks.
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
🤔
@hieunguyenduy9076 Жыл бұрын
Netflix 4k Dolby Vision - Atmos chơi được tốt mà bạn ơi.
@hieunguyenduy9076 Жыл бұрын
Vào phần HDR mở Dolby Vision lên là có mà
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Its working fine now.
@kcg7861 Жыл бұрын
$15 more you can buy a shield
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Exactly
@kcg7861 Жыл бұрын
@@ChigzTech I seen the premium shield selling for 150 even
@kcg7861 Жыл бұрын
@@ChigzTech that box should be no more than 60 to 70 bucks
@shibanuma Жыл бұрын
the best Android box must be H96 MAX V58 Android 12 TV Box RK3588 Octa Core
@jamesbucsis6296 Жыл бұрын
Where to buy
@GarryGiesbrechtphotos Жыл бұрын
looks like my shield pro
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
🤔
@GarryGiesbrechtphotos Жыл бұрын
@@ChigzTech you may not caught it. i didnit mean the picture, i meant the what is looks like when you using it. it as the same menu.
@tonytony8464 Жыл бұрын
I'll buy it for $60 no more no less
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
I would pay £99
@p750mmx Жыл бұрын
@@ChigzTech it's €129,- in the Netherlands, so not far of.... 😉
@chadbrick67 Жыл бұрын
Set it up correctly..hope this helps
@karthee2459 Жыл бұрын
Dude, I have one question. Fire Stick says it supports 7.1dolby but how to achieve it or test 7.1dolby
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
The latest Firestick does support it and to activate: - Go to settings, - Display and sound, - Audio - Select Dolby Digital Plus - which streams both Dolby Digital 5.1/7.1 and Dolby ATMOS.
@karthee2459 Жыл бұрын
@@ChigzTech All major streaming services offer either Dolby 5.1/Dolby Atmos. If we have a 7.1avr which doesn't support Atmos will only streme 5.1ch audio
@mixterz1 Жыл бұрын
First you need a Dolby enabled TV or projector etc or it won't work.
@ChigzTech Жыл бұрын
Yes you are correct.
@pohyik Жыл бұрын
@@ChigzTech i set audio all to passthrough, i get dolby atmos, dts on receiver but for 5.1 dolby digital material i get pcm on receiver.. so weird.. any idea?