I just bought an LG TV which, to my dismay, doesn't support cast, but uses proprietary apps for any thing you want to cast. YouTube from the phone launches the YouTube app, Netflix the Netflix app, etc.
Is there a cheap HDMI thing I can buy that will make the TV support cast or Android TV? Also, the fewer things I have to agree to track me, the better.
Look at the Xiaomi MiBox4. You can pick one up for $50, Walmart and Amazon occasionally run deals where you can get them for $35. I have 2 and they work great
Mi Box S.
Magicsee n5 nova. 40$ with air mouse.. 1080p 60 fps twitch , 4k youtube
nvidia shield. it not cheap, but play almost everything, including netflix in FullHD (chinese boxes unable to do it).
Unfortunately unbranded Chinese boxes can't play Netflix in HD, so if you will use it for that the best box you can get is the Nvidia Shield which is not cheap but it's the best box on the market in my opinion, bought mine about a month ago no complaints, the closest thing would be buying a Chromecast, Firetv stick 4k or Xioami Mi Box
Amazon fire stick?
You might consider the Jetstream device from Walmart. It is $70 and has many more ports than a Mi Box. It is a licensed Android TV box and performs surprisingly well.
if you want kodi, mecool box (S905 chips) with coreelec handles fantastic.
it's a great product, and for the price it's an even better buy.
Current expensive devices with Netflix certification are:
- Nvidia Shield 2019: https://shield.nvidia.com
Current expensive devices without Netflix certification are:
- Minix Neo T5 (The included remote control doesn't have microphone and the one with it must be purchased separately):
http://minix.com.hk/products/neo-t5
- MyGica ATV495Max with Android TV 9 currently in beta:
https://www.geniatech.com/product/atv495max/
- MyGica ATV598Max (With ATSC/DVB-T2/DVB-S2/ISDB-T built-in tuner and outdated Android TV OS):
https://www.geniatech.com/product/atv598max/
Current inexpensive devices with Netflix certification are:
- Ematic Jetstream (available only at walmart):
- Xiaomi Mi Box S: https://www.mi.com/global/mi-box-s
- AirTV Player: https://www.airtv.net/products/airtv_player/
- AirTV Mini: https://www.airtv.net/products/airtv_mini/
Current inexpensive devices without Netflix certification are:
- Mecool KM3: http://www.videostrong.com/Google%20Certified/100.html
- Mecool KM9 Pro: http://www.videostrong.com/Google%20Certified/98.html
- Mecool KM9 Pro Classic: http://www.videostrong.com/Google%20Certified/99.html
- Channel Master Stream Plus (With ATSC tuner built-in but outdated Android TV OS):
https://www.channelmaster.com/OTA_DVR_s/336.htm
For more information about all Android TV devices certified by Google, head over this website:
Yes, the choice is a big SwitchShop. I’ll advise you to watch the TV box yourself. I think this will be a good option, but then see for yourself.
Those Hisense Android TV's work pretty good. Great color and you can install from the Play store. I have Kodi on mine. 55 inch is 400 at best buy
You're better off simply looking for a bargain on a used Nvidia Shield. I managed to get one for $25 from someone who wasn't using theirs.
A Chromecast?