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808B vs. 808B Clone - are both FW compatibel ?

I have read that custom FW for MK808B would not run on a MK808B clone.
a) how do you tell you only have a clone ?
b) does that mean the custom Roms for MK808B won´t run on it ?

At this point I think each require separate roms but roms are usually released for both together.
I even think they are starting to make a single rom for both. Development is picking up on it since the MK808 and MK808B and its fake are essentially the same aside from the radio chips.
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Hi,
Just got my MK808B yesterday. Last week, I purchased the SmartStick but was annoyed that it did not come with Bluetooth. I have a ton of bluetooth keyboards, didn't want to spend any more money on keyboards.
Anyway, the MK808B is by far the better of the two.
But of course, now I am also worrying that I might have a clone.
And I'm seeing these firmware upgrades to bring my MK808B from 4,1,1 to 4,2.2 (something from Geekbuying) MK808B Android 4.2.2 Beta.
And of course I'm looking to root, and I did find here on XDA a Tutorial and the drivers to be able to root your devices.
One thing I just found which is fantastic, is the inclusion of a piece of software called 'eHomeMediaCenter' which is a system app. And from the Play Store, I found the following app, MK802 III Remote (there is a MK802 II but it doesn't work). This MK802 III along with the eHomeMediaCenter (I renamed the broadcast name) allows you to remote control your MK808B with an Android Phone or Tablet, keyboard and everything. Total control, No need to purchase any of this special keyboards. It works perfectly.
And I have loaded all my apps that I have on my phone and my tablets with no issue so far.
Thanks!
Rob
PS If you can recommend the newest safe firmware and link, that would be appreciated. Just trying not to brick my $50 system.

rlanza1054 said:
Hi,
Just got my MK808B yesterday. Last week, I purchased the SmartStick but was annoyed that it did not come with Bluetooth. I have a ton of bluetooth keyboards, didn't want to spend any more money on keyboards.
Anyway, the MK808B is by far the better of the two.
But of course, now I am also worrying that I might have a clone.
And I'm seeing these firmware upgrades to bring my MK808B from 4,1,1 to 4,2.2 (something from Geekbuying) MK808B Android 4.2.2 Beta.
And of course I'm looking to root, and I did find here on XDA a Tutorial and the drivers to be able to root your devices.
One thing I just found which is fantastic, is the inclusion of a piece of software called 'eHomeMediaCenter' which is a system app. And from the Play Store, I found the following app, MK802 III Remote (there is a MK802 II but it doesn't work). This MK802 III along with the eHomeMediaCenter (I renamed the broadcast name) allows you to remote control your MK808B with an Android Phone or Tablet, keyboard and everything. Total control, No need to purchase any of this special keyboards. It works perfectly.
And I have loaded all my apps that I have on my phone and my tablets with no issue so far.
Thanks!
Rob
PS If you can recommend the newest safe firmware and link, that would be appreciated. Just trying not to brick my $50 system.
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My favorite firmware is the Minix Hybrid. It is prerooted. I don't think its 4.2.2 yet but he said he's working on it. Yea the eHomeMediaCenter is cool.
Ill check out that MK802 III app. Hows it work? Put the app on the phone or both? Does it work like an airmouse? That would be cool.
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player911 said:
My favorite firmware is the Minix Hybrid. It is prerooted. I don't think its 4.2.2 yet but he said he's working on it. Yea the eHomeMediaCenter is cool.
Ill check out that MK802 III app. Hows it work? Put the app on the phone or both? Does it work like an airmouse? That would be cool.
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The software is free, so just try it. No not like an airmouse, just a touchpad.
I at first purchased a Smartstick, but didn't like that it did not have Bluetooth.
But it contains the built-in TV Remote which works with what I thought was good, Google's Remote. You put Google Remote on your phone or tablet and then the TV Remote which came with the Smartstick. I liked that as well.
So I'm trying to find a way to install this TV Remote.apk package which I pulled off the Smartstick but was a system app and tried to install it on the MK808B. It didn't work, I wonder if it can even be done?
Rob
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Hi all,
Just wanted to post exactly what I purchased and still trying to determine if I have a Clone or the real thing?
I got this from Amazon:
Cozyswan New Arrival Mk808 with Bluetooth 8g Version Dual Core Mk808 Android 4.1 Ram: 1g Ddr3 Flash 8g Nand Flash Tv BOX Rockchip Rk3066 Cortex-a9 Smart Tv Stick Mini PC
Product Features
mk808 with Bluetooth
cs102 iii 8g verison MK808 CPU: Dual ARM? CortexTM-A9
Processor: RK3066 Up 1.6GHz
Memory and storage: DDR3:1GB Nand Flash:4GB
Networking: wifi:802.11 b, g, n
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Product Description
Product Features
cs102 iii 8g verison MK808 solved the wifi ,charger and high temperature problems perfectly.
Dual Wifi antenna,well signal enhancement.
Cooling SMT technology ,lower temperature when working
Better charger adaptor
Dual ARM? CortexTM-A9
Product Description
DDR3/8G ROM WIFI cs102 iii 8g verison MK808 android tv box
Compared with UG802,cs102 iii 8g verison MK808 solved the wifi ,charger and high temperature problems perfectly. Dual Wifi antenna,well signal enhancement.
Cooling SMT technology ,lower temperature when working
Better charger adaptor
cs102 iii 8g verison MK808 CPU: Dual ARM? CortexTM-A9
Processor: RK3066 Up 1.6GHz
Memory and storage: DDR3:1GB Nand Flash:4GB
Size & Weight: 4.0inches (L) 1.5inches (w)
Audio Type: Integrated
Graphics adapter: Integrated
GPU model: quad core Mali-400MP
Video outputs: HDMI
USB: USB2.0 and 5pin Mini usb
Networking: wifi:802.11 b, g, n
Memory card reader: microSD OS: android4.1 jelly bean
cs102 iii 8g verison MK808 Can connect to normal keyboard&mouse,or usb dongle,as well as air mouse.

I'm aware that this topic is rather outdated, but this update may stil be useful to someone
As far as I know, the only way to determine is your device original or clone is to take away plastic cover and look inside.
Detailed info with pics can be found at freaktab.com

[Q] Best Android Stick out there

I would like to buy the best Android TV Stick that is on the market..
I've searched the web and all the specs just looks the same.
Could you please mention the name of the best Android TV stick out there?

SaharLevi said:
I would like to buy the best Android TV Stick that is on the market..
I've searched the web and all the specs just looks the same.
Could you please mention the name of the best Android TV stick out there?
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Four threads down: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2089407

scmobileman said:
Four threads down: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2089407
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Thanks for replying.
I've seen the post everyone speaks about their own devices so I can't properly decide
And by any chance you've got an comparison chart for AnTuTu test or other benchmark apps?

SaharLevi said:
Thanks for replying.
I've seen the post everyone speaks about their own devices so I can't properly decide
And by any chance you've got an comparison chart for AnTuTu test or other benchmark apps?
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Looks like that thread is about as good as you will get at this point. Like you I'm trying to find out as well and so far not having a lot of luck. I'm actually waiting for FedEx to deliver my mk808B. I will be glad to give you a report on that after spending some time with it this afternoon.

scmobileman said:
Looks like that thread is about as good as you will get at this point. Like you I'm trying to find out as well and so far not having a lot of luck. I'm actually waiting for FedEx to deliver my mk808B. I will be glad to give you a report on that after spending some time with it this afternoon.
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Thanks for replying.
I've searched the web and I got to this one guy's channel on YouTube, he's reviewing Android PC and stuff
well just listen to this : http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=0hyY6_9SPTo#t=287s
He's saying that MX1 is faster than the MK808 (and I read that MX2 is even better than MX1 because of the plastic shell)

MK808B Benchmarks
I've been benchmarking my MK808B using 4.1.1 ROMS. I just started testing 4.2.2 ROMS and things don't look as good. Stick with 4.1.1 until issues with 4.2.2 are resolved.
Benchmarks for MK808B
tabletuser.blogspot.com LINK
Please post any benchmark results of other TV Sticks so we have an idea a baseline for comparison. For $50 I think the MK808B makes the best device.

cesar33 said:
I've been benchmarking my MK808B using 4.1.1 ROMS. I just started testing 4.2.2 ROMS and things don't look as good. Stick with 4.1.1 until issues with 4.2.2 are resolved.
Benchmarks for MK808B
tabletuser.blogspot.com LINK
Please post any benchmark results of other TV Sticks so we have an idea a baseline for comparison. For $50 I think the MK808B makes the best device.
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Great! thanks for the info.:good:

MK908
Most of the dongles only have 1gb ram on it but the MK908 has 2gb ram so is much faster.
Android Mini PC (MK908)
Quad-Core A9 Processor
Running Android OS 4.2.2
Product Features
Google Android OS 4.2
Dual Heatsink
Dual Wifi Antenna
Cortex A9 Rk3188 Quad Core CPU
Quad Core Mali 400 GPU
2GB DDR3 RAM
8GB NAND FLASH ROM
Bluetooth v4.0
Wifi support 802.11 b/g/n
Technical Details
Brand Name: Mini PC
Model: MK809
Specifications
Model No: MK908
Operation System Google Android 4.2
CPU 28nm RK3188 Quad Core, ARM Cortex-A9, 1.6ghz, Max 1.8Ghz
RAM DDR3 2GB
Internal Memory Nand Flash 8GB
Memory External Support External Storage via TF card, Support up to 32GB
Networking Support 802.11 b/g/n
Graphics Type Integrated Graphics Mali400, Supports 1080P video (1920*1080)
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
Input/Output Connectors
Support WIFI 802.1b/g/n.
Ports
1 X USB 2.0 Host for external drive/component
1 X OTG Mini USB port for wireless keyboard mouse device
1 X Mini USB for power
PS. There are other 2gb out there so have a look around before you buy.

xwestor signalman
i think you should go for k-r42 tv box.
its not a stick but the price is 83$
so its similar to sticks but you get beter device with spdif 2 full usb audio jack etc.

X6S Rockchip - 2GB RAM, Quad Core - Thoughts?

This device must be a recent release; I can't find any discussion about it anywhere.
X6S Android 4.2 Smart TV Box (Wifi,Blue-tooth,LAN,OTG,USB,HDMI,TF,AV) - USD $ 75.99
I'm interested in using it as a headless wifi repeater and dash cam.
I like it for the form factor, and the fact that it seems to have two removable antennas. (I'll likely run a higher gain/amplified antenna to one of the ports)
Has anybody used one of these before?
Thanks.

Need a room for a Rockchip RK3066 stick?

Just bought a TV Stick with these specs
Specifikationer:
Chipset: Rockchip RK3066
CPU: AMR Cortex A9 Dual core 1.6 GHz
GPU: Mali-400MP Quad core
RAM: 1 GB DDR3
Flash memory: 8 GB
Memory card: Micro SD up to 32 GB
WiFi: 802.11 b/g/n
Android version: 4.2 .1Jelly Bean
Bluetooth: 2.1
The firmware preinstalled is a mess. And i wounder if there is any way to install a "Universal" room whom will work on this stick.
The brand is Andersson :s
I have googled and found out lots of firmwares from rockchipfirmware.com but dunno what to take? I want as clean as possible, and will be mostly using XBMC.

There are hundreds of RK3066 sticks out there. Unfortunately there is no universal firmware. The best way to find a working firmware is to shoot some fotos of the device (also of the inside) and post them here. Maybe someone recognises it and knows a firmware for it. Good luck!

Thanks for the info.
Have not opened it yet.. I will try to do so.
It has problems with HD movies on xbmc, so i will try to find a nother rom or fix!

Try SPMC. That's a special XBMC version for TV Boxes and TV Sticks. Also try to play with the hardware acceleration settings in XBMC/SPMC (switch between mediacodec and libstagefright HW decoding).

Guess you have been shopping at NetonNet
Check the thread at sweclockers: Google for "ads 2.1 99"
I have not rooted yet, but the 4.4 rom without overlocking works like a charm on two sticks for the kids
The remote itself is worth the money...

PhantomSage said:
Guess you have been shopping at NetonNet
Check the thread at sweclockers: Google for "ads 2.1 99"
I have not rooted yet, but the 4.4 rom without overlocking works like a charm on two sticks for the kids
The remote itself is worth the money...
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A big Thanks to you
Thats is what i need

newbie looking to buy an Android 10 head unit

Hi folks,
avid Android user here (mobile phone Samsung Galaxy series) for over 10 years.
I am now looking to buy an Android 10 head unit for my car.
I don't want to do anything fancy – or RAM heavy ? – (just Radio, Navigation via igo or maps, reverse and front camera, maybe torque) but I'm yet unsure whether to buy
Option A: Quad-Core, 2 GB RAM, 32 GB storage
Option B: Octa-Core, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage
My only reference point is that I've been using a 3 GB RAM phone for the past 6 years and it has always worked like a charm.
I wouldn't want the device to be heavy on the car battery either.
What would you recommend I get?
Option B, of course, has more RAM, but I've read contradictory information on how much battery quad-core vs. octa-core draw, sometimes that quad-core draws less and sometimes that octa-core draws less.
Also, let me ask: Option A comes with in-built carplay. Do I really need that to connect my Android phone? Would it not suffice to use the Screen Mirroring option?
Help would be greatly appreciated.
RT

I have a unit with quad core and 2 GB RAM( rockchip px3) It's damn slow especially if I'm downloading apps. Download speeds are okay but the installation takes forever.
If I were you I'd take the 4gb ram ( rock chips px5) version. Better performance. There's the 6gb ram as well ( rockchip px6).
Get the best one you can afford.
Do some research on the carplay/android auto features. Some are in built some you can buy a usb dongle to add the feature.

Thanks for the reply and recommendation!
Option A is an 8277L with Cortex A7 operating at 1.2 GHz, the amplifier is an IC 7388, radio chip ST7708.
Option B is a PX5 with Cortex A53 up to 1.5 GHz, amplifier IC 7851, radio chip TDA 6686.
I was looking to buy the one with more RAM, but hesitated, because
1) Option A supports video output
2) Option A has integrated carplay
and that alone had me wonder whether – even with lower RAM, ROM, and set of cores – this unit was the better one in terms of being tried and tested.
Now if you say, I should definitely take option B, I can get a dongle on top for android auto. Yet I was wondering if it's necessary at all because the head unit supports screen mirroring?