TV Box Android 12.0 4GB 32GB Allwinner H618 BT5.0 Smart TV Box Set Top Box with Keyboard USB 2.0 Ultra HD 4K 6K HLG Mode HDR10+ WiFi 2.4 5.8 GHz

The description says the OS is version 10 whereas my box says it’s OS is version 12.The description says the chip is H616 whereas my box says H618.The remote control uses IR and bluetooth. It is easy to connect my bluetooth mic-earphone headset with just 1 click although the microphone does not work with the box. In settings, the microphone is enabled but there seems to be no facility for audio input, only audio out.Please be aware that there are 2 versions of the Android OS. The normal one is for phones and tablets and is the one we are all familiar with and it uses the typical Google Play store. The other version is the TV version which is used in some smart TV’s and these boxes. It has it’s own version of Google Play store and is focused on streaming activities. It’s play store sucks… most of the browsers available have names I have never heard of and Chrome, Firefox, etc are not listed. Even if you sideload a decent browser and try to install it, it wont install. Fortunately, Chrome is pre-installed and works.I use the ethernet connection but the wifi connection works just as well. Also, I don’t use the (toy) keyboard supplied with the box. I use a real mouse and real keyboard that both use 1 usb dongle and they work well. This box runs circles around my Mecool KM7 (Android 11) box which cost twice the price.The connectors (usb,HDMI,ethernet) seem to be well made and require a slight bit of effort to insert and remove. Also be aware that HDMI cables have different ratings and capabilities. The 6K rating of this box far exceeds the ratings of my cables and tv. To get the best video from this tv box I am going to have to get new HDMI cables and a new tv.Yikes, I almost forgot, the box runs as cool as a cucumber (at room temperature 🙂 )That is the way things are now on day 2.

This is the best of these type of devices I’ve bought so far (tried 3). I use it for the Kodi-type application that is on it, so I can’t speak for the YouTube, Netflix, etc. Other of these type of devices won’t find the movies I rip to it in the Movie Database (gives me an error it can’t connect to it)- this one worked perfectly. It is also the fastest I’ve used so far. Connected up a WD Elements USB 3.0 drive with MP4’s I ripped from my DVD’s and use it in an RV without issue. Comes with a remote keyboard (you definitely need this sometimes to save you pulling your hair out doing searches or entering other text parameters) that DOES have blue backlighting contrary to what the reviews say, also will take rechargeable batteries and charge within the remote keyboard via the micro USB port (contrary to what the reviews say) in the front- opposite of the on switch . Does NOT come with the micro USB cable, however…but with all the devices that come with it nowadays- who doesn’t have one, let alone a spare?! You also get a handheld remote that you’ll use most of the time to jump around movies and/or music.

After I powered the Android Box on, it took me approximately 10 min for installation – really simple configuration. The box keeps WI-FI (2.4GHz and 5.8GHz) without interruptions.For faster Internet, you can connect the box directly to the Ethernet port of your router or switch.The remote control and keyboard ( Bluetooth connected) which came with the box, made it much easier to type while surfing or installing programs . This box has 2 USB ports 2.0 and 3.0, HDMI socket which allowing to view a good quality video. Remote control can work as a regular remote and like mouse, plus it can operate you TV (power and sound).The box has an Application Store, so that you can install many applications right from the store and Kodi is only one of them.Browsing the internet is very easy, thanks to the remote keyboard.Built-in Bluetooth allows to connect external Bluetooth devices.Large RAM memory and ROM storage make the box very fast and allow to install many software applications. There is also a slot to install additional memory.The box also has a media player and you can play music and movies from the external attached storage.I like the box and would definitely recommend it.

With the prices of cable T.V. now days it is easy to see why people are turning to different alternatives. I have been using an android box for awhile but was still unwilling to cut the cord. That is until I purchased this product. This android T.V. box made it easy. It is quick and snappy and very easy to use as I was able to shop my mother-in-law how to use it to watch the things she enjoys most in no time. The menu is easy to navigate, and the preloaded apps made getting it up and running a snap. She liked it so much that when she was done visiting with us, I let her keep it as a gift. What really makes this android box stick out from the rest and easier to use than normal was that right out of the box you have the use of a mini keyboard. This little addition made it so much easier to set up accounts where you must type in emails and passwords. If you are in to android games, then you will also be happy to have this keyboard as built in joysticks and mouse make them most enjoyable.

First it was a little hard to set up, found my Wifi but claimed wrong password, after several try it gave me connected but no internet, maybe the router had a problem, probably not the fault of the box. The most amazing part is that my DIRECTV App works flawlessly, this is a firs of all the boxes I have so far. So I have a backup when the dish cannot receive. I dont know at that point if I send back the 2 secondary receivers, but from what I see the benefit to keep them is small. I personally use the German channels Mediathek apps, and they all work.Also streaming from my server works perfectly. Her comes the kick: I can connect my external DAC to the optical audio output of this box. Normally people use streamers for several 1000s $. With this box and a little monitor for $40 I achieve the same. I ordered 2 more.