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NVIDIA SHIELD TV Streaming Media Player with Remote

Last Updated: September 19, 2019 (Refresh Now)
9.0
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Software Platform
 302
android tv, android box, android, nvidia, android boxes
+91%
-9%
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" ...  Best andriod box I have ever used.  ...  "
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" ...  Just like all the The claims and reviews, this is one of the best android boxes on the market! ... Google certified, which means it will play Netflix HD and 4K.  ...  "
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" ...  1 - Speed: Demonstrably faster than 3rd Gen Roku streamer. ... 2 - Presentation: Superior to what I'm used to - I realize it's not fair to compare my old Roku to Nvidia (but here I go anyway!) ... My PLEX, Prime, Netflix, YouTube accounts - all recent viewing on screen at a glance. ... Nvidia promises to let me have just one - so my update will contain an assessment of how that goes re: iPTV. ... All the other devices can be added via either the app or the desktop software. ... Go through the wizard on the app. ... They should really update their supporting documentation, as it is very easy to get in a mess here, especially if you are simply updating and previously used IR.  ...  "
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" ...  perfect streaming games and using tv as smart tv  ...  "
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" ...  Great device, works flawlessly and best of all the operating system is updatable so it won’t go obsolete with the next android system update.  ...  "
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" ...  Comparativement au Roku 4 que j'ai ces beaucoup plus rapide et l'image est très belle et rehausser.  ...  "
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" ...  Can't recommend this thing enough, best streaming device available today.  ...  "
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" ...  The best android box period.  ...  "
Gaming
 113
gaming, controller, streaming, game, nvidia
+93%
-7%
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" ...  I was unsure about even getting a steaming device but after some research I went with nVidia Shield TV with game controller. ... Now I did not think I would like the games but it was a good price. ... As it turns out then games are great.  ...  "
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" ...  Controller has a solid feel and is quick.  ...  "
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" ...  It's great that you can play some games for free aswell.  ...  "
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" ...  For anyone looking to play old school games that you can’t otherwise play without a wired controller.  ...  "
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" ...  Best is Nvidia Games which comes free of cost and high quality games. ... I also ordered an extra controller to play multiplayer games.  ...  "
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" ...  After doing some research I decided to spend the extra money for this with the game controller and gaming capabilities that are included with Nvidia's GeForce Now network for streaming games (currently free beta access with the purchase of this system). ... This is in addition to the ability to stream Steam games and to install a retro arcade with old classics.  ...  "
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" ...  Now I get Netflix, YouTube and a whole lot more, and can even play games.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to connect to my PC to play games no problem.  ...  "
Remote
 95
control, volume, shield, nvidia shield, controller
+64%
-36%
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" ...  Remote is 50/50 with connecting but the controler is perfect.  ...  "
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" ...  Remote it intuitive too.  ...  "
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" ...  Best box and remote on the market  ...  "
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" ...  Upgrade to the firestick remote and you're good.  ...  "
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" ...  Worked better with harmony hub but even then theres no guide button.  ...  "
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" ...  Overall the unit works find and the remotes are fantastic.  ...  "
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" ...  Could have a better remote too with a more practical charging option.  ...  "
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" ...  It updates itself and the remote seamlessly!  ...  "
Apps
 92
netflix, play store, android tv, google, google play
+75%
-25%
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" ...  I use my google home speaker to turn on, pause, raise volume, pick movie or game.  ...  "
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" ...  Lastly, the app is great .  ...  "
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" ...  I use it mainly for Youtube and Plex but it has a lot more to offer that I didnt have a chance to try yet.  ...  "
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" ...  Awesome, love it, has all thee apps.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent for streaming IPTV/Netflix and Kodi  ...  "
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" ...  I have had no such issues playing stuff with the Plex app on the Shield. ... I’m not sure what the reason is, but the sound in movies seems better than when playing them using the apps built into my TV (both the Shield and my TV play sound through my A/V receiver / 7.1 surround sound system).  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent performance but not the smoothest of setups if you want apps other than what falls under Android TV in the Playstore, which is not much. ... There are good videos on how to sideload apps and I was able to get Britbox to work on it. ... You have to download an app that will allow to search and install other apps. ... Tv app repo worked in creating shortcuts. ... At this price I would expect at least as easy a process for installing apps as with regular Android boxes. ... There is an Nvidia remote app that works reasonably well on the Samsung S9+,Tab A and just OK on an Iphone 8.  ...  "
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" ...  Aside from that though, it works perfectly, games run smoothly and Kodi was easy to install and get running.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 83
easy, user friendly, easy to setup, easy to set, set
+95%
-5%
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" ...  easy to setup .  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to setup and use.  ...  "
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" ...  On a scale of 1-5 , 5 being hard , it was a 3 to set up and install but the system is fairly easy to operate.  ...  "
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" ...  The shield was what I expected, easy to use, easy to set up.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to setup and use.  ...  "
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" ...  Was a very easy transition from regular TV to this set up.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 78
streaming device, media, android tv, smart, apple tv
+88%
-12%
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" ...  have tried many devices and this one lives up to all it says it can do and more.  ...  "
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" ...  Works well for casting from an Android phone with ease.  ...  "
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" ...  Tried a few different media devices but this is simply the best box currently on the market.  ...  "
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" ...  Well updated device. ... Not cheap but great addition to Home Theatre.  ...  "
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" ...  Connect to your network and enjoy media from all your personal devices.  ...  "
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" ...  Hooked it up to my Sony smart TV and the Nvidia Shield is able to turn on/off the TV as well as control the volume.  ...  "
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" ...  If you have an Android phone the setup is a breeze  ...  "
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" ...  Great device for IPTV or.movies.  ...  "
Overall performance
 62
responsive, runs, stable, performance, nvidia
+94%
-6%
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" ...  What can I say it does exactly what they say performance performance performance .  ...  "
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" ...  Super fast,with pretty much no buffering  ...  "
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" ...  What's the weather for tomorrow" " what's the wind speed for tomorrow" .  ...  "
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" ...  - Fast and responsive interface  ...  "
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" ...  It's super fast and easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  I recommend, Spend The Money and Get this, its fast and reliable.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the NVidia system.  ...  "
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" ...  Super stable, never crashed on me. ... impressive graphics for the price.  ...  "
Price
 59
worth, worth the money, worth every penny, well worth, expensive
+95%
-5%
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" ...  so worth the purchase  ...  "
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" ...  was hesitant on paying so much for this one, but it was well worth it.  ...  "
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" ...  A bit pricey but well worth it if you can afford it!  ...  "
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" ...  Word to the wise though, get the one with the gamepad included, the price difference is well worth it!  ...  "
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" ...  Not sure this is worth the money.  ...  "
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" ...  and it's still worth every penny!  ...  "
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" ...  Do yourself a favour and spend the extra money - you will not be disappointed.  ...  "
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" ...  Very happy I spent the extra pennies.  ...  "
Resolution
 43
streaming, netflix, content, plex, nvidia shield tv
+98%
-2%
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" ...  The nvidia shield tv is a beast.  ...  "
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" ...  My wife bought it for me and I’m just blown away by it’s all around performance on IPTV, gaming and 4K playback.  ...  "
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" ...  Love the 4k capabilites and the speed of the device.  ...  "
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" ...  Super fast, streams in HD, easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Couple that with true 4K resolution, the Gforce market, Google Play store and console quality processing power?  ...  "
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" ...  Google certified, which means it will play Netflix HD and 4K.  ...  "
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" ...  Full support Android TV (HD Netflix, HD Google play movies).  ...  "
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" ...  This is a great media box for 4K.  ...  "
Setup
 38
easy, set, easy to setup, install, streaming
+92%
-8%
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" ...  Ultra fast, reliable, setup is as easy as downloading a couple apps.  ...  "
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" ...  It was pretty easy to set up.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to setup, install, operate and update!  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to hook up, pre programmed with a lot.  ...  "
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" ...  The shield was what I expected, easy to use, easy to set up.  ...  "
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" ...  The Shield was very easy to setup.  ...  "
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" ...  Follow the instructions and it's perfection!  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to setup and use.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 36
working, years, year, shield, stopped working
+47%
-53%
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" ...  Again, a useless product.  ...  "
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" ...  People report pairing issues, and they report batteries being depleted in only a month of usage.  ...  "
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" ...  It a Dud  ...  "
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" ...  This is my second one, as the first one had multiple issues.  ...  "
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" ...  I’ve had it for a couple months and only been able to watch a couple shows.  ...  "
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" ...  My Nivida Shield TV stopped working shortly after 2 years in the middle of a YouTube video. ... At $260 it's not a cheap machine and I would have expected it to last 3 years minimum.  ...  "
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" ...  Piece of junk.  ...  "
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" ...  Since one of the updates a few months ago, it's become very unstable.  ...  "
Video Playback
 30
movies, streaming, games, videos, youtube videos
+97%
-3%
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" ...  I have not tried any games, but for this devices plays any video or audio I have tried.  ...  "
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" ...  I am not a techie but was able to easily set it up with the help of YouTube videos.  ...  "
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" ...  Tons of YouTube videos to help you set it up.  ...  "
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" ...  Extremely powerful device with more than sufficient hardware to stream 1080p video. ... So far I’ve used this for YouTube streaming, Amazon Prime Video, and even a couple of the free/included video games and have not been disappointed.  ...  "
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" ...  Great for games (ROMZ/NVIDIA) movies(via KODI) etc.  ...  "
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" ...  Lots of YouTube videos to learn how to do that.  ...  "
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" ...  Well worth the extra money, it makes watching tv, movies etc a lot less work than the cheap boxes.  ...  "
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" ...  Recommended by a family member so I purchased it for streaming movies and tv.  ...  "
Picture Quality
 29
picture, great picture quality, fast, image, speed
+97%
-3%
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" ...  Picture quality is sharp & processing speed is fast.  ...  "
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" ...  I couldn’t do it, the picture quality, sound performance and the interface alone is fantastic on shield tv.  ...  "
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" ...  Picture quality is clear and sharp  ...  "
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" ...  Picture and sound quality is no less than what you would expect to see and hear.  ...  "
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" ...  Box worked as it should picture quality is great very happy  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent produit, facile d'utilisation, qualité d'image extraordinaire, rapide  ...  "
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" ...  Awesome picture is amasing like all boxes takes time to figure out but deffinitly impressed  ...  "
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" ...  Super fluide, qualité d'image exceptionnelle!  ...  "
Ports
 22
hub, usb ports, shield, nvidia, hdmi cable
+59%
-41%
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" ...  I turned to Flirc USB to solve the issue. ... For those who don't know - the Flirc is a USB IR receiver that you can plug into the back of the Nvidia so it accepts IR commands. ... This is a permanent solution which consumes 1/2 ports when my plan was to have a keyboard in one and hard-drive in another for iPTV - i'll see if the unit can use my server instead for recording iPTV broadcasts when i test that. ... Restart the Harmony Hub (unplug and plug back in).  ...  "
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" ...  Using as a Plex server with a usb 3.0 4tb hard drive.  ...  "
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" ...  Possibilité de brancher plusieurs disques dur USB de forte capacité, en séries, sur un même Hub.  ...  "
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" ...  Simply plug into a HDMI Port, turn on and away you go.  ...  "
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" ...  I was able to connect a 10 port usb hub with no problems.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought it to replace cable TV in our home and this one has done the trick.  ...  "
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" ...  ➠ Works with USB hubs. ... Since it only has 2 USB ports, it’s important for some people that you be able to expand the number of USB ports with a hub.  ...  "
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" ...  I was surprised to see a regular wireless pc mouse with dongle work immediately once connected to usb port in back of shield.  ...  "
Delivery
 19
fast, delivery, arrived, time, shipping
+89%
-11%
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" ...  It arrived on time and dont regret buying it.  ...  "
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" ...  Best box out there  ...  "
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" ...  Best box available.  ...  "
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" ...  The box it's self is excellent.  ...  "
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" ...  An entire media center in one small box .  ...  "
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" ...  Shipping was fast.  ...  "
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" ...  Came in time no problem with shipping  ...  "
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" ...  Very fast delivery. ... Got it during boxing day week 2018 and got it in 3 days!  ...  "
Controls
 18
remote, volume control, volume, controller, volume slider
+22%
-78%
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" ...  The sliding touch volume control is too sensitive so you get huge swings in volume when trying to use it.  ...  "
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" ...  The only complaint I have would be that to type in websites is a bit of a hassle as you have to maneuver by pressing on the remote one by one .  ...  "
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" ...  The green light goes out and I have to hit the power button to boot it again.  ...  "
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" ...  The volume button on remote is a touch slide your finger button like a touch pad of some sort which is a little odd for me because every other button is an actual press button.  ...  "
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" ...  Volume control is awkward on both the the controller and the remote - requires a sliding motion that neither is particularly quick to pick up.  ...  "
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" ...  volume control does not respond all the time.  ...  "
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" ...  The gripe is the controller, on this one it uses a button battery, which is ridiculous.  ...  "
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" ...  Voice control did not work for me.  ...  "
Keyboard
 16
wireless, remote, mouse, mini, added
+94%
-6%
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" ...  I have a mini keyboard, but you almost don't need it.  ...  "
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" ...  May switch to a keyboard.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a permanent solution which consumes 1/2 ports when my plan was to have a keyboard in one and hard-drive in another for iPTV - i'll see if the unit can use my server instead for recording iPTV broadcasts when i test that. ... Select the Harmony Keyboard  ...  "
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" ...  Then, purchase a wireless keyboard, so much easier.  ...  "
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" ...  I bought a usb mini wireless keyboard that has a built in trackpad that connects to the back of the box.  ...  "
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" ...  You definitely need the extra bluetooth keyboard.  ...  "
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" ...  Also for those rare occasions when I need to type a USB keyboard (k400) works fine.  ...  "
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" ...  I would recommend getting a controller or keyboard as well.  ...  "
Marketplace
 16
amazon, time, shipped, exactly, advertised
+88%
-13%
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" ...  The unit works really well and the picture could be better quality.  ...  "
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" ...  Bought this on prime day from Amazon warehouse. ... Amazon need review their test procedures.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised  ...  "
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" ...  Great product works exactly as described!!  ...  "
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" ...  Please fix ASAP.  ...  "
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" ...  It shipped very fast as well.  ...  "
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" ...  Shipped ahead of time.  ...  "
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" ...  Exactly as advertised  ...  "
Build Quality
 15
build quality, box, stand, scratch, protective
+73%
-27%
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" ...  From the high build quality down to the UI design the Shield is at the top of the class.  ...  "
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" ...  Very robust construction.  ...  "
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" ...  The price has dropped very significantly and with the lower price I recommend you buy one.  ...  "
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" ...  Fast and good build quality.  ...  "
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" ...  Quality piece of hardware.  ...  "
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" ...  This product looks and feels like a premium product.  ...  "
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" ...  I finally broke down and bought it.  ...  "
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" ...  Great build quality - it feels high quality from the moment you get your hands on the box.  ...  "
Comfort
 14
hands, feels, comfortable, high quality, controller
+64%
-36%
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" ...  Great build quality - it feels high quality from the moment you get your hands on the box.  ...  "
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" ...  Best device on the market hands down!  ...  "
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" ...  I’m comfortable enough using it that I might get a subscription when it leaves beta access.  ...  "
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" ...  The controller is perfect and feels just right for me.  ...  "
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" ...  The controller that comes with the shield is a comfortable controller to use if you dont have any other preferred controllers.  ...  "
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" ...  The controller is high quality and rivals XBOX controllers in comfort.  ...  "
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" ...  They are hands down the easiest to set up, to use, and give the best results possible.  ...  "
Capacity
 11
one, tv, house, living, family
+100%
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" ...  I have 4 in my house now.  ...  "
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" ...  has lots of room .  ...  "
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" ...  So great we just purchased a 2nd machine for our bedroom.  ...  "
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" ...  This is my second one, this time for the basement TV.  ...  "
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" ...  I would love to have one of these for every TV in the house.  ...  "
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" ...  Run fast and good addition to the living room  ...  "
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" ...  Other than that, Wi-Fi reception is excellent in my environment.  ...  "
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" ...  One in Living room and one in Basement.  ...  "
Wifi
 11
router, streaming, internet, connection, app
+73%
-27%
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" ...  Other than that, Wi-Fi reception is excellent in my environment.  ...  "
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" ...  My phone loading in all the settings automatically, including the wifi connection and my Google/Gmail account.  ...  "
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" ...  With a stable internet connection the streaming has been great so far.  ...  "
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" ...  Just make sure you're not linking it to a 6 year old wifi router and you're in for tons of fun  ...  "
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" ...  They should also add wifi hotspot as a feature.  ...  "
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" ...  Was able to catch all 3 wifi bands from my 3 band router.  ...  "
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" ...  Gamestreaming and GeForce Now work amazing when you have this and your PC hardwired into the router.  ...  "
USB
 11
hub, usb stick, plex, de, une
+91%
-9%
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" ...  I was able to connect a 10 port usb hub with no problems.  ...  "
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" ...  This thing is pretty slick, can easily stream Netflix or files from a USB.  ...  "
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" ...  Storage is easily upgraded with a USB stick  ...  "
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" ...  I turned to Flirc USB to solve the issue.  ...  "
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" ...  Possibilité de brancher plusieurs disques dur USB de forte capacité, en séries, sur un même Hub.  ...  "
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" ...  Using as a Plex server with a usb 3.0 4tb hard drive.  ...  "
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" ...  ➠ Works with USB hubs. ... Since it only has 2 USB ports, it’s important for some people that you be able to expand the number of USB ports with a hub.  ...  "
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" ...  Playing movies from Plex works awesome and from USB drives!  ...  "
Sound Quality
 10
surround, quality, picture and sound, audio, wont
+90%
-10%
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" ...  I loved the audio pass-through, ex atmos.  ...  "
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" ...  ➠ Sound is awesome.  ...  "
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" ...  Picture and sound quality is no less than what you would expect to see and hear.  ...  "
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" ...  Picture 10/10 vid 10/10 Sound output to my surround 10/10 music threw spotify is 10/10.  ...  "
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" ...  Audio is outstanding in comparison to other box I own.  ...  "
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" ...  Its fast, the interface is great, and it intuitively works with tv and sound.  ...  "
Mouse
 10
keyboard, air mouse, wireless, pc, keyboard and mouse
+100%
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" ...  you can use your phone as a keyboard and mouse, and it is very responsive.  ...  "
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" ...  we added a keyboard mouse remote, and have NO issues.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use, rarely need a mouse function anymore.  ...  "
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" ...  Need a mouse to navigate the screen.  ...  "
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" ...  I like being able to scrub through my movies/shows with a mouse.  ...  "
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" ...  Use it for YouTube and other online streaming services, a bit of gaming (with wireless keyboard and mouse, and XBox1 Wireless Controllers), as well as local media streaming with Plex and Kodi.  ...  "
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" ...  The console works with any other Bluetooth device inculed keybored n mouse, headsets .  ...  "
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" ...  I added a wireless mouse and keyboard for Kodi setup.  ...  "
Cables
 10
tv, cord, watch, recommend, cut
+80%
-20%
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" ...  We don't pay for cable anymore, this lil gadget let's us watch whatever we want, without commercials.  ...  "
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" ...  Recommend to anyone wanting to cut the cord.  ...  "
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" ...  And give it a solid recommendation, for anyone looking for an alternative to cable .  ...  "
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" ...  I bought it to replace cable TV in our home and this one has done the trick.  ...  "
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" ...  Highly recommend for cord cutting.  ...  "
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" ...  Good bye cable  ...  "
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" ...  First - run movies are way cheaper than cable and good reception.  ...  "
Returns
 10
replacement, refund, returned, box, sent
+20%
-80%
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" ...  Not able to return, only a 6 week window for that.  ...  "
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" ...  Almost returned the unit - why?  ...  "
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" ...  It's to late to return it so I guess I'm stuck with it.  ...  "
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" ...  They told me that they couldn't do anything not even offering a price for a replacement.  ...  "
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" ...  Sent 2 of them back  ...  "
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" ...  Dead after 2 montha can't return?  ...  "
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" ...  I am returning it  ...  "
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" ...  Returned it for refund.  ...  "
Size
 10
compact, size, tiny, love, unit
+100%
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" ...  Apppareil petit et compact.  ...  "
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" ...  Small size is great too!  ...  "
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" ...  Small enough even for travel!  ...  "
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" ...  ➠ Small and compact form factor.  ...  "
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" ...  And it's super tiny too.  ...  "
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" ...  Pros: Compact, with lots of functionality and a very high level of quality.  ...  "
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" ...  It's small and sleek and powerful.  ...  "
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" ...  I love the fact that this small, fine gadget works!!  ...  "
Memory
 9
drive, storage, memory, external, 16gb
+100%
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" ...  Forget about installing external hard-drive.  ...  "
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" ...  I settled for the 16GB version( don't bother spending more when you can buy a cheap ssd).  ...  "
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" ...  it only has 16GB memory - but can be expanded via USB drives. ... I tried a 64GB Sandisk Cruzer and a Samsung 500GB EVO860/USB enclosure - both worked.  ...  "
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" ...  I would much prefer a slot or something to stick in some flash memory internally like on my phone.  ...  "
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" ...  La mémoire est limité à 16gb mais j'y ai attaché un ssd de 500gb.  ...  "
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" ...  Attach an external hard drive an you have tons of storage and can access your media.  ...  "
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" ...  Going to add a second usb 3.0 thumb drive as internal storage, should boost performance.  ...  "
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" ...  now I did not by the exspensive one bought the 16gb reason why was cheaper to get an external drive on sale now I have 2 tb way too much space than I need for what I'm using it for I seriously leave the gaming for my game console .  ...  "
Lagging
 9
slow, times, restart, reboot, lags
+56%
-44%
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" ...  I haven't experienced any freezes or crashes.  ...  "
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" ...  It's very responsive, no lag.  ...  "
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" ...  no buffering or lag.  ...  "
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" ...  Super fast,with pretty much no buffering  ...  "
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" ...  So smooth, no lag.  ...  "
Bluetooth
 9
controllers, controller, supported, remote, pair
+89%
-11%
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" ...  The console works with any other Bluetooth device inculed keybored n mouse, headsets .  ...  "
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" ...  And I just hooked up my Bluetooth controller and good to go .  ...  "
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" ...  Gaming is great as well, the game controller work flawlessly, gamesir bluetooth joypad works well.  ...  "
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" ...  Bluetooth worked well with beats headphones.  ...  "
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" ...  it might work with USB or generic Bluetooth controllers, have not tried yet.  ...  "
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" ...  Bluetooth game controllers - supported. ... Bluetooth headsets - supported.  ...  "
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" ...  You definitely need the extra bluetooth keyboard.  ...  "
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" ...  I like a lot the bluetooth remote and I do not understand why people compalin about it. ... Google imposes to Android TV manufacturers the buttons and the Bluetooth connectivity.  ...  "
Battery Life
 9
batteries, uses, replaced, changing, working
+22%
-78%
comment
" ...  The gripe is the controller, on this one it uses a button battery, which is ridiculous.  ...  "
comment
" ...  replaced battery, re-sinched, etc., with no success.  ...  "
comment
" ...  People report pairing issues, and they report batteries being depleted in only a month of usage.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I replaced the battery.  ...  "
For Kids
 8
games, using, son, second, play
+100%
comment
" ...  Le produit est excellent son efficacité et son rendement est de loin supérieur au autre de sa catégorie.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Using for iptv and kids games.  ...  "
comment
" ...  You can be like "Play some toddler music" and it'll open YouTube and play a playlist for toddlers lol it's amazing!  ...  "
comment
" ...  My kids like that they can also play games on it too.  ...  "
comment
" ...  We actually purchased a second on for our daughter  ...  "
comment
" ...  After getting mine and using for a while I bought a second one for my son.  ...  "
comment
" ...  The kids love the games.  ...  "
comment
" ...  My dad also loves his.  ...  "
Features
 8
though, quality, power, need, feature
+88%
-13%
comment
" ...  I liked the simplicity of the device, it’s quality and ease of operation and especially its automatic update feature.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Also can stand vertical which is a nice feature that most other boxes don't offer.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Fast, great quality, tons of features.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Even though it has a low set of features, you still need a Ph  ...  "
comment
" ...  So many options!  ...  "
Display Clarity
 8
shield, love, like, user friendly, slick
+100%
comment
" ...  But I really like that all the media is agglomerated on the top screen - makes for easier consumption of media.  ...  "
comment
" ...  We find it user friendly, easy to move about from screen to screen.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Love the shield tv.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I love the "last watched" section on the main screen  ...  "
comment
" ...  Easy to navigate menus, slick screen presentation.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I have a 10 year old flat screen Panasonic which always had a good picture but with the Shield it's like a new t.v.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Very smooth and fast response to on screen scrolling.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Need a mouse to navigate the screen.  ...  "
Call quality
 7
works, voice control, love, command, google
+86%
-14%
comment
" ...  I like the voice interface, works in both French and English for me.  ...  "
comment
" ...  And i love that it's voice control!  ...  "
comment
" ...  Support for Voice command is a real bonus.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I give it 5 stars for the voice control feature alone despite my wife's laughter each time I speak to it.  ...  "
Network
 7
wifi, system, streaming, network, floor
+100%
comment
" ...  Other than that, Wi-Fi reception is excellent in my environment.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It's on the same network as my phone so shouldn't be any issue there.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Works flawlessly and wireless speed is exceptional (hits 90mb on my network).  ...  "
comment
" ...  Was able to catch all 3 wifi bands from my 3 band router.  ...  "
comment
" ...  No drop in wifi strength and the box is 50 feet away and up a floor from where the router is located.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Gamestreaming and GeForce Now work amazing when you have this and your PC hardwired into the router.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Be sure you have enough bandwith on your internet for you and your teens upstairs to be streaming at the same time. ... I have a Multi-Input-Multi-Output (MIM0) on my main system, but connect through a range-extender(I have a 4 floor house) without MIMO - can cause slowdowns if someoneelse is streaming through the same range extender.  ...  "
Codecs
 6
plays, dolby, formats, format, files
+100%
comment
" ...  It plays all file formats which is great.  ...  "
comment
" ...  The plex app direct plays every file format I throw at it, reducing the load on my server  ...  "
comment
" ...  Très bonne fluidité en lecture de tous les formats de films.  ...  "
comment
" ...  - supports Dolby TrueHD, and Dolby Atmos  ...  "
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" ...  Unlike my other Android TV box, it plays every audio format I have tried.  ...  "
Product As Described
 6
exactly, advertised, quality, qualit, picture
+100%
comment
" ...  Works as advertised  ...  "
comment
" ...  It is still awesome pic!!  ...  "
comment
" ...  Exactly as advertised  ...  "
comment
" ...  Super fluide, qualité d'image exceptionnelle!  ...  "
comment
" ...  Great product works exactly as described!!  ...  "
comment
" ...  The unit works really well and the picture could be better quality.  ...  "
Internet
 6
connection, streaming, system
+83%
-17%
comment
" ...  With a stable internet connection the streaming has been great so far.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Dont know if this is the system or the internet connection yet.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Just make sure you have a fast internet connection and unlimited download.  ...  "
comment
" ...  One side note: you do require HIGH SPEED Internet.  ...  "
Design
 6
like, feels, product
+100%
comment
" ...  Of course we also loaded it up with all the retro classics from our time too.  ...  "
comment
" ...  It looks sexy as hell.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Look no further.  ...  "
comment
" ...  This product looks and feels like a premium product.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Aesthetically, it is very pleasing.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Super sleek box looks very sophisticated.  ...  "
CD/DVD
 5
media, dvd
+100%
comment
" ...  It's also being used as a personal Plex server to be able to view my DVD collection on the go as I travel a lot.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Plus, with the Blu-ray added into the picture I can still play my disks.  ...  "
comment
" ...  I went through many boxes to find the right one that can play my media off my hard drive with no issues.  ...  "
comment
" ...  The best Media Player box I've had so far (and I've had several of them, different brands/models).  ...  "
comment
" ...  I have tried using Cyberlink power dvd and Kodi with my database and everything works great.  ...  "
As Gift
 4
bought, dad
+100%
comment
" ...  Was a gift for a family member.  ...  "
comment
" ...  We bought this for my dad for Christmas.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Bought as a gift for my dad.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Bought as a gift and they love it  ...  "
ISP
 4
system, ethernet connection, wifi, streaming, router
+75%
-25%
comment
" ...  I live on an acreage in Canada and it works well with my internet  ...  "
comment
" ...  Dont know if this is the system or the internet connection yet.  ...  "
comment
" ...  (a good broadband service is needed).  ...  "
Storage
 3
card, would, sd, model, memory
+67%
-33%
comment
" ...  I would much prefer a slot or something to stick in some flash memory internally like on my phone.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Ideally, a SD card slot (like in the old model) and a better remote would have made this an absolutely perfect product.  ...  "
Volume
 3
volume slider, volume control, hand
-100%
comment
" ...  volume control does not respond all the time.  ...  "
comment
" ...  As most state the volume slider is lousy  ...  "
Hair
 3
cut, cord, anyone
+100%
comment
" ...  Recommend to anyone wanting to cut the cord.  ...  "
comment
" ...  After reading multiple reviews and deciding that good enough wouldn't cut it, well i bought this thing.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Highly recommend for cord cutting.  ...  "
Cleaning
 3
dust, user, setup, interface, easy to use
+100%
comment
" ...  User Interface is clean and easy to use and organize.  ...  "
comment
" ...  Paired it with a new compact Blu-ray player and now I'm actually glad my Playstation 3 recently bit the dust.  ...  "
Storage
 3
model
+100%
comment
" ...  Basically if you are looking to clear up space in your cabinet, then this is the gadget to have.  ...  "
comment
" ...  has lots of room .  ...  "
comment
" ...  I am so convinced that this is one the best products in it's field that I have now purchased enough boxes for all of my tv's.  ...  "
Charging
 3
remote, charging
+33%
-67%
comment
" ...  Its charger also makes a lot of high-pitch noises that mandates unplugging when not needed.  ...  "
comment
" ...  The charger was broken and I couldn't start the product.  ...  "

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