2017-01-05, 05:45
Amazon video also officially available on shield 2 with 4k hdr. glad i waited since the price stayed the same. Hopefully everything kodi works the same
2017-01-05, 06:03
Hahaha of course I would go and by one a few months ago they would release a new one soon. Curious to see just what will come on the inside. So far all I've seen is something about a steam app and 4K HDR gaming , big Woop not that interested at this point. all it sounds like is what they already have with game stream. Amazon video officially supported is cool I guess. But that said if I can get my sister to buy my old system I might buy the new one. If not it's no big deal.
2017-01-05, 06:16
Since they didn't say anything about the SoC you can expect it to be the same, only in a smaller form factor (for the 16GB model) with less ports (no SD Card slot), the Pro will probably be the same just packed with the new controller.
http://videocardz.com/65376/new-4k-hdr-n...d-pictured
As for it staying the same price, not really since both the Pro and smaller version will have the remote included along with the controller. You can already pre-order both
New Shield: https://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-SHIELD-TV-...B01N1NT9Y6
Pro: https://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-SHIELD-Pro...dia+shield
http://videocardz.com/65376/new-4k-hdr-n...d-pictured
As for it staying the same price, not really since both the Pro and smaller version will have the remote included along with the controller. You can already pre-order both
New Shield: https://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-SHIELD-TV-...B01N1NT9Y6
Pro: https://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-SHIELD-Pro...dia+shield
2017-01-05, 06:26
(2017-01-05, 06:16)Tinwarble Wrote: Since they didn't say anything about the SoC you can expect it to be the same, only in a smaller form factor (for the 16GB model) with less ports (no SD Card slot), the Pro will probably be the same just packed with the new controller.
http://videocardz.com/65376/new-4k-hdr-n...d-pictured
As for it staying the same price, not really since both the Pro and smaller version will have the remote included along with the controller. You can already pre-order both
New Shield: https://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-SHIELD-TV-...B01N1NT9Y6
Pro: https://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-SHIELD-Pro...dia+shield
no sd but tech specs suggest this usb 3.0 drive for more storage
https://www.amazon.com/SanDisk-Ultra-128...B00YFI1EBC
price isnt too bad.
2017-01-05, 06:31
New Shield "2" probably worth it's own new thread?
2017-01-05, 06:40
From Amazon itself....
- A Killer View – Movies, TV shows and games in amazing 4K HDR, explore thousands of apps like Netflix, YouTube, HBO, Showtime, Pandora, Spotify, Sling TV, PlayStation Vue, Kodi, and more.
- Amazing Games, Played Your Way – Stream AAA PC games with GeForce NOW. Cast your PC games in 4K HDR from your GeForce rig to the living room with GameStream. Exclusive Android games only on SHIELD.
- The World at Your Command – Just say what you want and let Google's voice search find it in seconds. Get search results from over 100 apps, including Netflix, YouTube, HULU, HBO, and more.
- Best for Prime – Watch (Amazon) Video in 4K HDR and get access to original shows like The Grand Tour, The Man in the High Castle, and much more.
- The Complete Package – SHIELD TV includes the remote and redesigned SHIELD controller with voice search, rumble feedback, and private listening, in a stylish new form factor.
2017-01-05, 06:45
(2017-01-05, 06:31)KoopaTroopa Wrote: New Shield "2" probably worth it's own new thread?
No, since it's not different enough for it's own thread.
(2017-01-05, 06:40)wrxtasy Wrote: [*] Best for Prime – Watch (Amazon) Video in 4K HDR and get access to original shows like The Grand Tour, The Man in the High Castle, and much more.
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[*]The Complete Package – SHIELD TV includes the remote and redesigned SHIELD controller with voice search, rumble feedback, and private listening, in a stylish new form factor.[/list]
Also nVIDIA SPOT: Satellite microphones for Google assistant – potential whole house coverage.
Yep, it's getting it's own Amazon Video app (already knew that was in the works), plus Google Assistant (to use with the Spot) for always listening connectivity, a Valve app for more game streaming.
I feel a little sorry for those that have a Shield and went and bought a Google Home.
Also, according to the Verge, the "old" Shields will be getting the same features through an update later this month.
http://www.theverge.com/ces/2017/1/4/141...t-ces-2017
2017-01-05, 07:02
I'm interested in the new DVR capabilities that should come with Android Nougat 7.0 that the Shield2 ships with. The Shield's v3.1x Linux Kernel should support some DVB tuners right out of the gate.
The IPTV and DVB capabilities that the Android TV - Live Channels App may integrate together should be quite interesting for a Kodi media player. You can see this convergence already happening on the Apple TV4 - Channels App.
The IPTV and DVB capabilities that the Android TV - Live Channels App may integrate together should be quite interesting for a Kodi media player. You can see this convergence already happening on the Apple TV4 - Channels App.
2017-01-05, 07:09
Some one had test it on a Nexus Player, there's an article floating around somewhere (think it was on AndroidTV.news), and it should work the same or better on the Shield. And since the old Shield will be getting the update soon it want be relegated to just the Shield 2.
I believe (going from memory) that it still requires apps support the feature and is limited to unprotected content.
I believe (going from memory) that it still requires apps support the feature and is limited to unprotected content.
2017-01-05, 07:38
Adding DVR capabilities to the existing Tvheadend Live Channel (BETA) App may be another way to skin the cat as well.
I know one bloke by the name of Ricardo releasing ATV ROM's that will be real interested in backporting ATV Nougat DVR capabilities.
I know one bloke by the name of Ricardo releasing ATV ROM's that will be real interested in backporting ATV Nougat DVR capabilities.
2017-01-05, 08:05
Yeah, I use Tvheadend Live Channel (BETA) with my Shield. But I think he's got enough problems now without getting into the DVR features just yet. Last I check G+ he was having issues with audio sync.
Oh, here's the article if you're interested: https://androidtv.news/2016/10/first-loo...-channels/
Oh, here's the article if you're interested: https://androidtv.news/2016/10/first-loo...-channels/
2017-01-05, 08:36
(2017-01-05, 06:45)Tinwarble Wrote: Yep, it's getting it's own Amazon Video app (already knew that was in the works), plus Google Assistant (to use with the Spot) for always listening connectivity, a Valve app for more game streaming.
I have to stand a little corrected on this, the always listen (hands free) is built into the new controller too.
2017-01-05, 08:39
(2017-01-05, 08:05)Tinwarble Wrote: Yeah, I use Tvheadend Live Channel (BETA) with my Shield. But I think he's got enough problems now without getting into the DVR features just yet. Last I check G+ he was having issues with audio sync.He just released a fairly big update to use exoplayer v2 - it's fixed almost all the issues I had with sync and playback. Plus the post indicates it's the first step in moving to htsp streaming and DVR features. It's actually come along quite well
Oh, here's the article if you're interested: https://androidtv.news/2016/10/first-loo...-channels/
2017-01-05, 08:48
I haven't check in several days, but I knew he had posted a test release to use exoplayer 2, which is were there were some audio sync issues.
