Apple tv where are you?

So you can get Apple TV on the new chromecast, but not on a standalone Android TV box? (Mibox)

Or am I missing something?

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Sony XBR55X900F Backlight and colors flash in all local android apps

This has been an ongoing issue with me when playing HDR content through and app directly on the TV.

At first, I thought it was just Netflix, but I just started using HBO Max and have found the same thing there and on Prime video as well. Apps have all been updated and the TV is running the latest firmware. The issue does not happen when playing the content through a Chomecast Ultra.

Has anyone else experienced this issue? What else can be done to troubleshoot? The TV is still under warranty, but seeing as its not happening via HDMI, I'm not sure how it would be handled.

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Which android player for my mom?

I have a Nvidia Shild but I belive for only iptv my mom didn't need a Shild. Any idea which one is OK?

Thx

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Boot Loop on Sony KD-49X8305C - Can't find a solution

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Control Android TV with hardware mode connected to phone

I have a xiaomi Mi stick which lacks otg. I'm trying to set things up for my wife so she can play The Sims through Steam link. I can connect a Bluetooth controller, but that's not ideal for a game like The Sims.

I've got a spare mouse that I can connect to a phone using USB otg, but I can't find a way to translate that mouse input to the xiaomi Mi stick. I can connect with the android remote app, but it only sends touch inputs even when I'm using the mouse. So I can control a mouse cursor on the xiaomi Mi stick but it requires me to hold down the mouse button. My last resort would be to buy a Bluetooth mouse, but before resorting to that, I wanted to see if there's a way to get this working with what I already have.

EDIT: Found a solution. It's a bit roundabout, but it works very well with what I already had. I'm using a Raspberry pi running the <Barrier>(https://github.com/debauchee/barrier/releases) software which lets me share mouse and keyboard across devices over the network. So I put the Raspberry pi close to the TV (and Mi stick), running as a server. The mouse and keyboard is then shared across to my PC elsewhere in the house. So then simply run Steam link. I get a warning that there is no controller connected, but just skip past that. Then control the game with mouse and keyboard over the network.

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Switching from Apple TV

I was thinking of switching from Apple TV to an android tv device once I saw the new google tv UI I was wondering what devices support the new UI besides the new chromecast? And I want a device where I can toggle HDR off because my tv looks weird with it on but also keep 4k content on like u can with Apple TV.

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Android TVs have the same problem as Android

Hear me out. For a long time Android phones were, and still are by many, thought of as shit. Now a real Android enthusiast knows the difference between an S series and a what the fuck even is that Android phone series. However, the layman doesn't. They don't separate the hardware from the software.

This same cycle is now evident in Android TV devices. Look at this sub. Nearly every post about something having giant failures is some no name tv running Android. Others, like there one that inspired this post, are from low end brands like Xiaomi. The enthusiasts know to buy a separate box and the shield tv is the defacto gold standard.

You look at a sub like cordcutters when best device is asked, there are so many people responding Apple TV. Apple's lockdown of software makes all Apple TV devices perform at the same level. If someone's only interaction with Android TV is on a shit devices they believe all Android TV is shit and they're not going to want to drop money on an expensive device. Whereas any interaction with apple tv is identical, the consumer has faith their money will be well spent.

We need more Android TV devices so we get more developer support but just in the last year this sub has went from - my shitty Chinese Android box - to my shitty no-name Android TV. The Android brand once again takes a beating from it's open source nature and Google's push to get it widely adopted.

Not sure what the solution is, but i can't imagine the trend changing. A shitty soc in a tv with a few gb of storage and you can to market it as a smart TV. It's hard to blame the manufacturers.

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Google TV app refuses to acknowledge premium services

I recently downloaded the Google TV app for my pixel 3 and it doesn't want to display anything at all from the premium services that I have selected. I have basically every streaming service out there but the app will ONLY show tubi, Pluto and Crackle. It even shows me a rental price for movies that I have access to through other apps. It only shows that access once I actually go in to the movie info page.

I also have the new Google TV Chromecast and everything works fine on that. That will show movies from Disney, Amazon, Hulu...tv shows from things like CBS, NBC, etc. It seems to only be an issue with the app on my phone.

I took a few screenshots to show what my recommended page and settings look like, as well as the rental price despite having Disney+.

Any help is appreciated.

http://imgur.com/gallery/CieBA9M

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Chromecast with Google TV randomly changes volume without user interaction.

For the past week, after a factory reset, I’ve been getting random prompts on my screen saying “Use a remote to adjust the volume. See Chromecast settings on this TV for more options.” on certain apps even when I’m not touching the remote. Is anyone else experiencing this issue? I’ve already uninstalled and reinstalled the YouTube, Hulu, and HBO Max apps I’ve experienced this issue with. I’ve factory reset the remote and reinstalled the remote firmware. Surround sound is turned off and the Chromecast is connected directly to the TV and set to allow the remote to control the tv volume. As an experiment, when I’ve set the Chromecast to allow the remote to control its own volume and its set to 100 volume instead of that prompt the volume bar drops to 50% randomly.

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YouTube: Faster way to thumb up/down videos?

Is there a faster/better way to thumb up/down videos?

Currently it's 6 to 7 clicks on the remote. The app needs a long press option.

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Bluetooth controllers not working right with hisense 55h8g?

Hi. I just got my hisense 55h8g and have been trying to use bluetooth controllers, eventually hoping to play retroarch.

Ps4 controller: kinda works, does triple inputs or no inputs frequently, unusable.

Xbox one controller: does not show up to pair with the tv.

Switch pro controller: same as ps4 controller.

Has anyone had any experience with this? I turned off wifi hoping it was interfering, but that doesn't seem to be the case.

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Is there an ad muter for live TV?

I sideloaded an app called ad-free on my phone that automagically mutes Spotify ads. Is there a similar app for live TV on an Android TV?

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Is the xiaomi mi tv stick good enough for chromecasting 1080p?

I've been wanting to upgrade my 1st gen chromecast to a chromecast device with an interface, remote and bluetooth support. Currently for me it's between the chromecast with google tv, xiaomi mi tv stick and xiaomi mi tv s. In my region the mi stick is definitely the cheapest option at 30€ with the others costing around 60-70€. However, I've heard some bad things about the xiaomi mi tv stick's performance. If I'll mostly be casting to it, not browsing, using apps etc., that shouldn't be a problem, right? I'd like to hear from anyone who has used the mi stick as a chromecast decvice if it works well enough for that purpose. Also, if there is any major reason to spend more on the nicer chromecast compatible devices please tell me.

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Management at scale?

Has anyone managed AndroidTV in any sort of 'large scale' scenario (more than 5 :D)?

I'm looking to deploy ~35 TVs in a school and am curious about any tips or tricks to make the setup consistent and speedy since I'll have to customize a bit and turn on restrictions.

The TVs will primarily be used for Airplay 2 and Chromecast.

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Player with Network Streaming and AudioPassthrough

I have tried Kodi, VLC and Mx player pro.

Kodi works fine if I complete the movie in one go. The moment I pause the video, I have to start it again. ( blackscreen with audio, casting to Kodi over DLNA) There are many audio-cuts as well during playback.

Vlc and Mx player don’t provide surround sound even when audio pass through setting is enabled.

Is there any other option available for me to play streams with surround sound.

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MiniM8Spro

Does anyone know what can be done with a MiniM8Spro android box that was used as RvealTv? Can it be factory reset and loaded with new content?

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How do I bypass this screen, and if I can't where do I buy that remote?

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Videostrong has released a new certified Android TV device, it's a videocalling device with a built-in camera and microphone featuring Google Duo, that can be put on top of the TV, it has an USB port and apparently an ethernet port as well, more info at the below link.

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Xiaomi smart TV display problems within a week of purchase

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Controlling volume with Samsung remote on Chromecast with Google TV?

Hi,

I just got a Samsung QLED TV, and I want to be able to control the volume on my Chromecast with Google TV with my Samsung remote.

As it is right now, the Samsung remote controls the TV volume. I have the option to disable volume control on the Chromecast, this locks the volume at 100%. But I want the ability to control volume when casting to this device without using the remote.

Is it possible to enable volume control on the device itself, when the source of the Chromecast is selected?

Thank you!

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Sony android tv problems after update

Hi peeps.. So here is my problem i have a sony 4k tv and a sony swf br100 wireless subwoofer and since the tv updated to android 9 the subwoofer has stopped working with the tv. Now i know sony have not removed compatibility for the sub as all the options are still in the tv menu for the sub.. The sub worked before the update and now wont after the update.. So my question is this. Can i some how revert my sony android tv back to the previous version of android and if so how..

Thanks all

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Is there a way for a paired DS4 controller to turn off when GoogleTV is turned off? At the moment the controller stays on indefinitely.

I have to manually turn it off which isn’t the worst but it does get a bit annoying.

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Anyone having issues with Smart YouTube TV?

I use the Pro Main launcher. When I attempt to watch a video, nothing plays. It gets stuck on "loading". If I switch the launcher to Lite Main, videos play fine. Anyone else see this?

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Just got an Android TV for the first time. What are some of the “MUST HAVE” apps?

I just got a Sony X900H the other day. It’s got an amazing picture and works fantastically with the PS5. I’m not much of an Android guy (I have mostly Apple devices). What are some apps for an Android TV that I’m missing out on? Why would I want to have this app? Thanks everyone in advance.

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[Apps] TVUsage App 4.2 Beta - Unlimited Custom Usage Hours for Every App ⏲ 🚀

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