And for EVpad 3/3S/3 Plus/3 Max users, even if they can not recover from the server seize by the Chinese authority (they may be able to recover but it will take time), you can still use it as a normal TV box as the HW spec is okay with H6 CPU and at least 2GB RAM. You have to learn to install apps.
Be careful about IPTV/VOD providers now though, it seems to me Chinese authority has beefed up the enforcement against them. Take note the powerful internet companies like Tencent, Alibaba and Baidu are also major IP rights holder (they control Tencent Video, Youku and iQiyi respectively).
In the end, enjoy while you can. But prepare to learn to install apps by yourself if you do not want to go for Fibre TV or streaming apps subscription.
Any recommendation on box that would be easier to install ?