2014-01-20, 21:41
they all have there issues here and there but for the most part,
$99 OUYA does the job perfectly using SPMC version of XBMC....
$99 OUYA does the job perfectly using SPMC version of XBMC....
Quote:The one I'm currently using I bought via Amazon (Although I think this product page is now showing a newer model. I'll try to find the exact model):
http://www.amazon.co.uk/JUSTOP-Streamer-...art+tv+box
I tried several XBMC builds but I still can't determine whether I can solve this by replacing hardware or that I should just wait for XBMC to make a build which supports hardware acceleration.
(2014-01-20, 19:35)joelbaby Wrote: Lamotia,
the Quad core you should probably be avoided (because it uses RK3188 chipset)
the Dual core should work (uses Amlogic chipset).
Justop dual core uses the same chipset as Gbox Midnight MX2, so you should probably get that box instead, as they have a user forum - because you will have problems.
None of the Android boxes are perfect.
When you look at any Android box, look at the chipset. The same chipsets are just rebranded over and over again by different companies.
Minix Neo x7 = Justop Quad = RK3188
All the old stuff is problematic, but the newly released boxes are promising.
Pivos will release a Quad core Amlogic (good) chipset box in March. This should be very well supported, and probably run everything.
Cubox-i uses i.mx6 chipset (also fast). Doesn't have Google play store yet, but does come with Android. There are alternatives to google play. Shipping only started a few weeks ago, so too early to tell how good it is.
Ouya is based on Tegra. Its ok.
All the other Android boxes ... too slow.
If you want to know if an Android box is any good, then just google 'chipsetname xbmc'
eg. rk3188 xmbc, amlogic 8726-m6 xbmc, i.mx6 xbmc, amlogic 8726-m8, amlogic 8726-m8 xbmc
(2014-01-21, 12:22)lamotia Wrote:The Minix x7(2014-01-20, 19:35)joelbaby Wrote: Lamotia,
the Quad core you should probably be avoided (because it uses RK3188 chipset)
the Dual core should work (uses Amlogic chipset).
Justop dual core uses the same chipset as Gbox Midnight MX2, so you should probably get that box instead, as they have a user forum - because you will have problems.
None of the Android boxes are perfect.
When you look at any Android box, look at the chipset. The same chipsets are just rebranded over and over again by different companies.
Minix Neo x7 = Justop Quad = RK3188
All the old stuff is problematic, but the newly released boxes are promising.
Pivos will release a Quad core Amlogic (good) chipset box in March. This should be very well supported, and probably run everything.
Cubox-i uses i.mx6 chipset (also fast). Doesn't have Google play store yet, but does come with Android. There are alternatives to google play. Shipping only started a few weeks ago, so too early to tell how good it is.
Ouya is based on Tegra. Its ok.
All the other Android boxes ... too slow.
If you want to know if an Android box is any good, then just google 'chipsetname xbmc'
eg. rk3188 xmbc, amlogic 8726-m6 xbmc, i.mx6 xbmc, amlogic 8726-m8, amlogic 8726-m8 xbmc
Which one of the boxes uses RK3188? Vidon.me? Mele? JUSTOP? I cannot find that information anywhere.
(2014-01-22, 07:46)joelbaby Wrote: Hey Ned,
maybe the Wiki for Android Set Top Boxes, should list by chipset, and include columns for Hardware Acceleration, 1080p output, how fast it is, XBMC versions available, known issues (e.g. overheating if in stick form, ethernet problems, 720p output for 1080p films, etc..).
Benefits:
- Rather than listing every device - because there's several new ones out every month, the list becomes smaller.
- Avoids any implication that xbmc 'warrant' specific hardware devices. (everything is subject to how the manufacturer puts the box together, and the support the manufacturer provides).
- May encourage manufacturers to write their own software to provide a point of difference (instead of just selling a different shaped box with their logo on it).
(2014-02-08, 14:08)Evergreen4 Wrote: Hi all,
I am planning to get my parents an Android box to run XBMC.
95% of the times, XBMC will be used only to play mkv files (mostly 720p, but also a few 1080p ones) that will be stored in an Western Digital 500 GB external HD plugged to the Android box via USB cable (that is: we don't plan to stream any video files at all).
Also the XBMC video library should be around 25-30 video files.
So considering this info, do you think that Minix NEO X7 is a good choice?... I have read in this forum that chipset rk3188 is not the best option to run XBMC, but it is also true that this Minix have a customized version of XBMC that some users are reporting to run quite ok...
I would love to hear opinions from people here that currently have the Minix X7 about its ability to run XBMC and plays, directly from the hard drive, 720p and 1080p mkv files.
Thanks a lot.
PS: sorry for my poor English.
(2014-02-01, 20:26)Silar Wrote: I got that one specifically since it has a lot of support from 3rd party modders such as Finless and Neomode, and better wifi reception. I flashed it with a Neomode rom and I have to say, this thing does anything I want it to and it's really fast. Only issue I have seen so far is I also got a Mele F10 Pro airmouse/remote to use with it, and for some reason, When I use that remote, it causes the HDMI to blank out on and off every 10 seconds or so. If I use my logitech wireless keyboard, it works fine. I just got a powered usb hub I'm going to try
(2014-02-01, 20:26)Silar Wrote: I installed SBMC (XBMC port for OUYA) and so far it is working perfectly. I've not had any issues playing 1080p or 720p content. Seems to stream content very well on a TV in my bedroom on the second floor (my router is on the 1st floor). I don't use the Gotham alpha yet because of the lack of addon compatibility. I'm only using Confluence so not sure how it would run some of the other more graphic intensive themes.