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RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - sandyw371 - 2017-05-31 Kinda off the topic, but it is hardware & kodi.... Funny... I was shopping for new TV, gotta replace my Samsung plasma... trying to decide which set to by budget is $700, comparing Samsung MU6/7 series and the Sony XBR-7's... talking specs and stuff to as sales guy at the big store. The sales guy was showing me the user interface on the smatrs part of the Sony and brings up Android ... starts talking about its Android just like a tablet or your phone, then he say's in a low quiet whispering voice you know what Kodi is.. you can download and install it on this TV and stream stuff from the internet. RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - Sam.Nazarko - 2017-05-31 (2017-05-16, 07:01)wrxtasy Wrote: Android Kodi / SPMC & Android TV only - Netflix & Amazon will have HDR support. Hit and miss currently in OSMC. Being worked on and will be improved in a future update. (2017-05-12, 13:06)Nellgrove Wrote: @Nellgrove & @rick19011, The decision to implement Fast Ethernet is intentional. While S905x has an integrated PHY, we could have used a separate IC. Gigabit Ethernet can cause issues, particularly with Flow Control. Fast Ethernet (100Mbps) is more than enough to stream 4K UHD content. Vero 4K's Ethernet isn't tied to USB (it's an integrated PHY) so you don't have contention with USB devices. This means you will indeed get 100Mbps throughput. Quote:I'm def leaning to Vero 4K now, plug n play! My next dilemma would be finding a way to have my ipvanish work on it. Currently the VPN simply runs on the Mac. Any links that explain how to install VPN on OSMC box? Google didn't help me. Doesn't seem like Vero4K has implemented a easy to setup VPN GUI. OpenVPN will work on OSMC, but we're working on making this simpler (configurable via GUI) Thanks for your order -- hope you enjoy the Vero 4K. As always, feel free to email [email protected] or ping me on our forums if you have any questions Sam RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - archy121 - 2017-06-06 I have been looking into a solution that will allow me to replace the roku2 for watching uk on demand TV and my HTPC for movies (1K/4K) & lossless HD music playback. HDR and 3D would be nice to have for future upgrade as currently I'm still in love with my reference Kuro pioneer TV. Maybe 2018 will be year for OLED screen upgrade. The plan is to use the current HTPC as a fileserver and have it remotely stored to minimise noise to the TV room. Ethernet will be used for connectivity. I came across the new Mele Apollo PC and it seems to tick all the boxes. My concerns are whether the onboard fixed 4gb memory will be enough to run w10 and 4K movies and Also will the Intel firmware upgrades also work on this to fix known audio pass through issues etc. What are your thoughts on this solution ? MeLE PCG03 Apo mini PC specifications: SoC – Intel Celeron N3450 quad core “Apollo Lake” processor @ 1.10 / 2.20 GHz with 12 EU Intel HD Graphics 500 (6W TDP) System Memory – 4GB DDRL3L (soldered) Storage – 32GB eMMC 5.0 flash (soldered), 1x M.2 SSD slot, 1x SD slot Video Output – HDMI 2.0 up to 4K @ 60 Hz, and VGA Audio – Via HDMI, 3.5mm audio combo jack Connectivity – Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 ac WiFi & Bluetooth 4.0 USB – 3x USB 3.0 ports, 1x USB 2.0 port, 1x USB3.0 Type-C port Currently on offer for $159 delivered. http://www.cnx-software.com/2017/04/10/mele-pcg03-apo-is-a-fanless-apollo-lake-mini-pc-with-hdmi-2-0-output/ RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - ponkotsu - 2017-06-06 dibs on your Kuro! just kidding. I couldn't afford the shipping, let alone the TV RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - archy121 - 2017-06-07 (2017-06-06, 20:41)runningnaked Wrote: dibs on your Kuro! You can pick it up cheap through eBay .. Maybe local to you. Every year I say this is the year i get a new TV .. Last month was no different. I visited stores to check out the latest OLED/QLED sets, I was so impressed that I started itching to upgrade. But when I got home to my old trusty set and put on BBC Earth II BR - Reality got realigned. You still can't beat the colours of the Kuro and combine that with its fluid motion .. It's still a force to be reckoned with. The picture doesn't pop out or look sharp as on the newest screens instead it's very natural looking and easy on the eye. More close to cinema screen in my experience. Maybe next year. RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - wrxtasy - 2017-06-07 @archy121, the real question is does this Apollo Lake actually have a HDMI 2.0 port or use the problematic converter chip DP > HDMI 2.0 setup ? I suspect it uses the same setup as all other Apollo hardware. Your questions should really be asked in the existing Intel Apollo Lake thread. RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - archy121 - 2017-06-07 (2017-06-07, 04:45)wrxtasy Wrote: @archy121, the real question is does this Apollo Lake actually have a HDMI 2.0 port or use the problematic converter chip DP > HDMI 2.0 setup ? Thanks for input. I will try to enquire with Mele about the HDMI implementation. Hasn't the issue of DP>HDMI been resolved by Intel through firmware update or is that fix limited to Intel NUC's ? RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - _matteo - 2017-06-07 Hi guys, thanks for the wonderful thread! I'm using since 2013 a Minix Neo X8. I'm really happy about it (apart from the quite cheap remote control), but I'm stuck at Android 4.4 and I cannot upgrade Kodi to 17. I use the box at 99% with KODI + some minor usage with local (italian contents) android apps. I would like to purchase a new box that could allow me to: - of course install KODI - always have an updated version of android (maybe even flashing a stock version by myself) - have a nice remote control (i already have a bluetooth keyboard so I do not need a thousand keys, but construction quality is important) I prefer to connect by lan cable (I use a range extender) and i do not need any particular audio protocol. Which device you would suggest? Best regards! RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - Jeffers24 - 2017-06-07 (2017-06-07, 13:55)_matteo Wrote: Hi guys, nVidia Shield 2017 RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - _matteo - 2017-06-07 (2017-06-07, 14:25)Jeffers24 Wrote:(2017-06-07, 13:55)_matteo Wrote: Hi guys, it's obviously the best, but it is high priced I was wondering if a "less branded" version could exist RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - wrxtasy - 2017-06-07 (2017-06-07, 13:55)_matteo Wrote: I'm really happy about it (apart from the quite cheap remote control), but I'm stuck at Android 4.4 and I cannot upgrade Kodi to 17.This Post will be of interest to you. Also maybe X8-H PLUS Lollipop firmware (May 2017)] Personally I would get a Samsung EVO, Sandisk or Lexar 300x Class 10 U1 microSDHC card and flash this LibreELEC Kodi Krypton image LE can even be used as a dual boot - LE / Android box. RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - Jeffers24 - 2017-06-07 (2017-06-07, 14:45)_matteo Wrote:(2017-06-07, 14:25)Jeffers24 Wrote:(2017-06-07, 13:55)_matteo Wrote: Hi guys, Not that meets your requirements, specifically OS upgrades RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - (o_o) - 2017-06-07 Hi, I'm looking for a Kodi device that supports Netflix HD which I will be connecting to my PC monitor. So, my choice seems to be limited to the following: (2015-12-21, 03:43)wrxtasy Wrote: Which of these devices are able to output to full RGB (with a 0-255 color space)? I recently bought the FTV2 but was disappointed to find out that it only outputs to 16-235, and as a result I do not get proper black levels when using it with my monitor. It seems that the nVidia Shield can, but it seems very expensive for my use. RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - _matteo - 2017-06-07 (2017-06-07, 14:53)wrxtasy Wrote:(2017-06-07, 13:55)_matteo Wrote: I'm really happy about it (apart from the quite cheap remote control), but I'm stuck at Android 4.4 and I cannot upgrade Kodi to 17.This Post will be of interest to you. Thanks, unfortunately I just remembered that I own a Minix X7, not an X8 But thanks again for the links that totally deserve a read! RE: START HERE - Pick the Right Kodi Box (updated May 2017) - wrxtasy - 2017-06-08 (2017-06-07, 19:47)(o_o) Wrote: Hi,I would be very careful with Netflix use on a PC Monitor. Netflix, and other streaming Apps uses a HDCP - copy protection system. There is a strong possibility that a PC monitor will not have the necessary HDCP certificates to allow even a picture output (after the initial Bootscreen) from the listed Android (& Apple) Kodi/Netflix media players. You would actually have to make sure any HDMI connected PC monitor supports at least HDCP 1.4 for 1080p Android / Netflix. |