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Mine still working fine actually.

Wanted the Atmos on Netflix , and only the newer version has the MS12 dolby multistream decoder
Same, I initially bought the 2017 shield and upgraded to 2019 last year as I wanted to utilise dolby vision on my LG oled. But I made the big mistake of buying the 2019 tube version vs the pro. So I had major issues playing 4k remux from my plex server.

With my home theater coming together this month, I just bit the bullet and bough the 2019 pro model. Hooked it up last night and 4K HDR remux run perfectly without any issues thankfully. Now I'm selling off my tube.
 

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Same, I initially bought the 2017 shield and upgraded to 2019 last year as I wanted to utilise dolby vision on my LG oled. But I made the big mistake of buying the 2019 tube version vs the pro. So I had major issues playing 4k remux from my plex server.

With my home theater coming together this month, I just bit the bullet and bough the 2019 pro model. Hooked it up last night and 4K HDR remux run perfectly without any issues thankfully. Now I'm selling off my tube.

When u had the playback issue, was ur tube connected via ethernet-usb ? or wifi
 

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When u had the playback issue, was ur tube connected via ethernet-usb ? or wifi
Ethernet directly. I only use wifi at home for mobile devices. Everything else including my nas, plex server and shield are all hooked up using RJ45.
 

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Certified by Google, Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+. No issues streaming in 4K UHD. Built in official Chromecast.

Only downside is older S905X2 processor and 2GB RAM. But other China media boxes with higher hardware specs can't stream in 4K from Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+. BTW, it supposedly shares the same hardware specs as Google Chromecast TV 2020, but costs cheaper. Go Google for price.

Manufacturer will always have to cut cost but I'd rather they take the hardware savings to pay for proper official certifications to ensure 4K UHD streaming.
 

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Certified by Google, Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+. No issues streaming in 4K UHD. Built in official Chromecast.

Only downside is older S905X2 processor and 2GB RAM. But other China media boxes with higher hardware specs can't stream in 4K from Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+. BTW, it supposedly shares the same hardware specs as Google Chromecast TV 2020, but costs cheaper. Go Google for price.

Manufacturer will always have to cut cost but I'd rather they take the hardware savings to pay for proper official certifications to ensure 4K UHD streaming.


Mecool has the latest version, KM6 based on Amlogic S905X4 processor.

The KM6 deluxe version even comes with wireless AX and 4GB/64GB memory option.

I tried to get hold of it 2 months back but seems to be out of stock everywhere.
 

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Mecool has the latest version, KM6 based on Amlogic S905X4 processor.

The KM6 deluxe version even comes with wireless AX and 4GB/64GB memory option.

I tried to get hold of it 2 months back but seems to be out of stock everywhere.
Yes, the KM6 & its deluxe model have superior hardware specs compared to KM2. But KM6 & deluxe cannot install Netflix from Playstore (and even if you sideload, its resolution is limited to 480p) and Prime Video is limited to 1080p. That's because unlike the lower-spec KM2, KM6 & deluxe model lacks official Netflix & Prime Video certification.

That's the point I was trying to make in my post. Would buyer go for higher specs but partially/not officially supported common streaming apps? Sure, there are some users with the savyness to hack and mod until perfection, but the average user with 4K TV would rather just have official 4K streaming app support from the major service providers straight out of the box (and official future app updates). In fairness, the S095X2 processor and 2Gb RAM is older and slower, but can still perform without issue. Take the Google Chromecast TV 2020, Amazon Firestick 4K and Roku Ultra Streaming+ (or even Ultra) in comparison.

By providing improved hardware to entice buyers, Mecool had to cut cost by not paying for official 4K Netflix and Prime Video (and probably Disney+) certifications. For some users who are not bothered by 4K streaming support for these apps, that's fine. They get improved speed and performance for playing local media files.

But for other 4K TV users who use the box for streaming apps from the major providers, KM2 may have better appeal. In fact, it's superior in value to Google Chromecast TV 2020 with everything the former possesses, but the addition of Ethernet and USB ports to play local media files from NTFS hard drives.

It's ultimately buyer choice whether they go for hardware specs or official app certification. As for stock for China TV boxes, you have no choice but to import directly from China online or pay marked up prices from local sellers.
 

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Yes, the KM6 & its deluxe model have superior hardware specs compared to KM2. But KM6 & deluxe cannot install Netflix from Playstore (and even if you sideload, its resolution is limited to 480p) and Prime Video is limited to 1080p. That's because unlike the lower-spec KM2, KM6 & deluxe model lacks official Netflix & Prime Video certification.

That's the point I was trying to make in my post. Would buyer go for higher specs but partially/not officially supported common streaming apps? Sure, there are some users with the savyness to hack and mod until perfection, but the average user with 4K TV would rather just have official 4K streaming app support from the major service providers straight out of the box (and official future app updates). In fairness, the S095X2 processor and 2Gb RAM is older and slower, but can still perform without issue. Take the Google Chromecast TV 2020, Amazon Firestick 4K and Roku Ultra Streaming+ (or even Ultra) in comparison.

By providing improved hardware to entice buyers, Mecool had to cut cost by not paying for official 4K Netflix and Prime Video (and probably Disney+) certifications. For some users who are not bothered by 4K streaming support for these apps, that's fine. They get improved speed and performance for playing local media files.

But for other 4K TV users who use the box for streaming apps from the major providers, KM2 may have better appeal. In fact, it's superior in value to Google Chromecast TV 2020 with everything the former possesses, but the addition of Ethernet and USB ports to play local media files from NTFS hard drives.

It's ultimately buyer choice whether they go for hardware specs or official app certification. As for stock for China TV boxes, you have no choice but to import directly from China online or pay marked up prices from local sellers.
Ya. For my use case, I don't use any of the paid streaming services at all. Besides, my smart TV comes with in build Netflix, Prime and etc.

So perhaps my use case is more straight forward.
 

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Zidoo Z9X is a better media player, but no Google play store.

I know H96 units are messed up today. Google Play Store cannot side load. Youtube not able to signed in. New Youtube apk don't work well at all.

lucky I am using the box for other stuff.
if you want to use the google eco system, Nvidia shield TV at $235. MeCool is certified and cheaper $135. Was looking at certified box if need to get the login working
 

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MeCool Netflix/Prime Video/Disney+ certified box is less than $100 after applying store discount on homepage.

MeCool KM2

Don't say didn't sic.
 

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Nvidia Shield TV Pro if you want Atmos, TrueHD, DTS-HD Master playable.
 

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Play 4k at 30hz or 60hz

Same, I initially bought the 2017 shield and upgraded to 2019 last year as I wanted to utilise dolby vision on my LG oled. But I made the big mistake of buying the 2019 tube version vs the pro. So I had major issues playing 4k remux from my plex server.

With my home theater coming together this month, I just bit the bullet and bough the 2019 pro model. Hooked it up last night and 4K HDR remux run perfectly without any issues thankfully. Now I'm selling off my tube.

Nvidia Shield TV Pro if you want Atmos, TrueHD, DTS-HD Master playable.
 

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hi bros,

anyone has experience using ifiber cloud or evpad or svicloud.

not sure if they are reliable and replace my out contract SH
 

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should have look at this thread before I bought the KM6 deluxe on 7/7. wasn't aware of the certification.

Bros, if I use VLC player to play local content, the KM6 is able to output 4k resolution right?
 

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should have look at this thread before I bought the KM6 deluxe on 7/7. wasn't aware of the certification.

Bros, if I use VLC player to play local content, the KM6 is able to output 4k resolution right?
You should've bought the KM2. Lower-specced but full Netflix/Prime Video/Disney+ certification and cheaper than KM6.

Yes, KM6 should be able to output full 4k for local media files provided you bought a genuine product.
 
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