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K1 Master Thread [sb_na_wf]

Hello there fellow user! I decided to make a dedicated thread for all the things concerning the K1 after having been one of the first with a borked wifi chip.
Wifi:
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My phone refuses to focus + bad light. Either way, it seems that the lower right cable easily comes lose. From holding the tab in portrait mode, it's very easy to press on this certain spot which is located just 2-3 cm below the volume down and microSD-slot. Now I''m not sure if I'm only one with this issue and I'm sure others will probably pop up soon enough. Now the question is... Bad design? Yes! Fixable? Hard to say... Using loctite would be one solution.
Battery:
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Clearly the K1 battery is only 5100mAh vs 5200mAh on the "1st gen". Least we don't have to worry about issues from the past(?)
Stylus:
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As you can see. The space used for the stylus is still there but sealed up in the top, and the part that detected removal is no longer there. With some modification of the upper part of the tablet and securing the speaker flex cable, you should be able to ghetto mod it back.
Screen:
Some backlight bleed on one side, but this is pretty normal with LCD type screens. Nothing you can really manually fix.
Some things to consider (both pros and cons):
+ AVC/HEVC (H.264/H.265) support up to Main 10 profile. While it supports Main/Main 10 on all levels it lacks a hardware deblocker unfortunately, so you'll have artifacts appearing all over the place when running 10bit content. The general rule is to use a software decoder for 10bit media while running 8bit on hardware if/when possible.
+ "Decent" speakers compared to other tablets of the same size (exluding addons here).
- It has mini HDMI (1.4a) output over SlimPort (MHL 3). Even though both can handle 2160p @ 30hz, the difference being that MHL 3 supports both charging and A/V output at the same which is rather odd as it would've lowered the costs even further.
- 16GB eMMC being the only option, and it's not exactly the fastest. 32GB should be the minimum size for any Android device over the low-tier.
- Gimped microSD card slot resulting in really really slow i/o (reads/writes). This seem to effect general performance overall if you like to hog a lot of files (i.e pictures of manga pages in my case). Just enter any file explorer over time and you'll notice the initial slowdown when browsing.
- Stylus holder (and dedicated hardware for detection) is missing on the K1 making it rather hard to keep track of the DirectStylus 2 unless you mod the holder back of course. They could've left the hole intact at least.
- QC 2.0 (3.0?) or quick charging at all has been disabled for some safety reasons. But can be brought back.
- Power button and volume toggles lack any decent height or size for that matter making them rather hard to press for general usability when compared to even smaller devices.
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SHIELD Hub (GeForce NOW/Experience) vs Moonlight:
GeForce NOW
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As seen in the screenshot I snagged while trying to find a game that has a benchmark mode I managed to find what hardware is being used to host the streaming/cloud platform itself. I assume they are running a few of these in a cluster for each region.
Loading a new game fresh from the app takes about ~15 seconds.
There is a resume function which works as long as you don't exist the app itself. And if you do, all progress is lost unless the game supports on the fly saving when you quit the game, so if you lose your connection you're screwed pretty much.
Very low input lag (<20ms) when streaming over distance from Nvidia servers though ymmv.
You're pretty much bound to the subscription service if you're a casual gamer/kid wanting your break free from mainstream mobile games which is sadly the whole idea of this service.
You can buy some games that'll work without a subscription. A key is also provided for Steam or GOG.
First 3 months are free if you take the offer, after that it's $7,99 or your region equivalent per month.
If you only plan on streaming your own game library then this app make very little sense and I would strongly recommend on using Moonlight instead for this purpose or GeForce Experience at least if you're afraid of fiddling on your own.
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GeForce Experience:
If Moonlight is too much for your then this should work as intended.
Sadly there's no separate app just for this feature and you're stuck with the rest of the above mentioned. Unless that is, you go with the bare minimum setup for Moonlight.
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Moonlight:
Opensource.
Lots of customization options.
You require your own dedicated machine and games for it to work, not to mention a GTX 600/M series or newer, and this applies to SHIELD Hub as well if you plan on running your own games from say Steam, GOG or Origin via GeForce Experience.
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Personal thoughts and recommendations:
Works excellent with BT Keyboard and Mouse (I've used a Logitech K810 Keyboard and Logitech MX Anywhere 2 in conjunction as my daily portable workbench) say if you prefer a really minimalistic BT peripheral approach.
You got Google Docs at your disposal. There's also Microsoft Office as well if you prefer that.
FL Studio Mobile (that is getting a huge update soon with v.3) for you audio composers out there.
Various approaches to gaming both via Moonlight and NVIDIA SHIELD Hub w/ either the Shield wireless controller or <insert BT controller here>.
There's Squid or Evernote (which I highly recommend, though you really want the premium features that comes with a subscription fee) a must have if you're a student on the go and prefer having a really portable work device instead of a chrome/netbook or regular laptop/ultrabook if your pockets aren't overflowing with gold coins.
Moon Reader +/Pro for your ebooks on the go, if you dislike Amazon Kindle or Google Play Books that is if you prefer maintaining your own collection from other sources. I use it strictly for AO3 content for example.
Excellent emulator support with RetroArch, PPSSPP, ePSXe and Drastic.
Great size for Manga or Comics (although I must say Nexus 7 takes the first spot when it comes to that).
Infinite Painter, SketchBook or ArtFlow if you prefer more than just doodling when on the go. I hear krita might happen in the near future.
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Drivers & Tools:
Official drivers directly from Nvidia to get adb/fastboot working (Windows)
Recommended tool to use for adb and fastboot: Minimal ADB and Fastboot (Windows)
For de/compressing files I recommend 7-Zip (Windows)
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adb/fastboot commands of ease:
When using Android OS:
adb reboot bootloader
adb reboot recovery
adb shell wm density XYZ && adb reboot (changes DPI to your preferred value by modifying XYZ. i.e 240, 360, 480 and so forth and reboots the device)
When in bootloader:
fastboot oem unlock/lock
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img/recovery.img (i.e flashing TWRP) depending on what your img is called and located in same folder as Minimal ADB and Fastboot i.e C:\Program Files (x86)\Minimal ADB and Fastboot (Windows)
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Tips:
Flash a custom dtb to enable QC 2.0 among other things.
In developer options:
Enable Force GPU rendering for a more fluid GUI experience.
Set Window animation scale to .5x.
Set Transition animation scale to .5x.
Set Animator animation scale to .5x.
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Custom Recovery
TWRP 3.0.2-3-M (only works on MM due to blob changes.) [courtesy of jcadduono] - As stable as it can get. Still suffers from refresh/redrawing issues though.
DO NOTE: AROMA installers will be upside down. This will happen with any AROMA installer in conjunction with TWRP recovery due to the placement of the actual screen.
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Custom ROMs:
Bliss [* CM13 Based] (+ requires MM blobs)
Temasek's UNOFFICIAL CyanogenMod 13 (*+)
Resurrection Remix (*+)
Dirty Unicorns [AOSP Based with CMTE support] (+)
DO NOTE: All available Custom ROMs mentioned above do NOT I repeat NOT support the Shield Controller or the Twitch integration or what other Nvidia tools are integrated into the Stock ROM. This might happen at a later date, who knows.
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Custom Kernel:
BitO-K (don't forget to flash the custom dtb!.
NetHunter kernel - Support for DriveDroid, F2FS, Multi-ROM among other things.
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Recommended GApps:
Official Slim GApps Zero or Mini, whichever you prefer.
Open GApps - AROMA supported.
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SuperSU:
SuperSU STABLE | SuperSU BETA (flash via TWRP)
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Root supported Apps:
AdAway - Adblock on a host level.
Amplify (Xposed version avail) - Wakelock killer extraordinaire.
FlashFire - Flash files without a custom recovery.
Flashify - Flash files if you're scared of the custom recovery UI.
Xposed (flash via TWRP) + Material Installer.
Solid Explorer [PAID] (Comes with root support for extra fiddling and other goodies!)
Titanium Backup [PAID] (Free version offers basic features but the paid version is recommended.)
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General Apps I recommend:
Super Simple Sleep Timer - Silence any audio app after a period of time.
NoChromo - Chromium with builtin adblocking. (enable all permissions to get google sync working on MM)
Lightning Browser - Probably the smallest and fastest browser out there if you can live without google sync support.
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Xposed Modules:
PLACEHOLDER
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Emulators:
PPSSPP - PSP Emulator with great scaling potential (does not support PS1 or PSX2PSP packaged games)
ePSXe [PAID] - Probably the best b... PS1 emulator in the world! Supports PSX2PSP packaged games.
DraStic [PAID] - One of the few DS emulators that actually does the job well with games that require dual screen/touch support.
RetroArch - A mixed bag due to a poor GUI and touch sensitivity being way to high on some devices. It does the job however once you've gotten past setup. Best used with a controller due to not supporting touch input on Custom ROMs (all above). Works flawlessly on Stock ROM though for some reason.
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Stock Shield Tablet K1 ROM/Firmware:
Stock K1 FW 5.1.1 "Flashable via fastboot.
Stock K1 FW 6.0 Feb 2016 - "
Stock K1 FW 6.0.1 March 2016 - "
Stock K1 FW 6.0 FULL OTA Dec 2015 - *Flashable via Stock Recovery through adb.
Stock K1 FW 6.0 FULL OTA Feb 2016 - *
Stock K1 FW 6.0.1 FULL OTA March 2016 - *
Stock K1 FW 6.0.1 FULL OTA June 2016 - *
i.e you can flash 5.1.1 then go to the latest OTA via recovery. This is why only FULL OTAs are posted.
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How to: Root/Flash a Custom ROM/Recovery/Setup (assuming you are running Windows 7-10) with ease:
Unlocking the bootloader:
#1 - Assuming you recently bought your device, I would recommend to fully update your K1 to 6.0.1 at least for Doze or later, Custom ROM support covered here. Lollipop and Marshmallow are not compatible with each other, so different TWRP recoveries are needed due to blob-changes. I won't go into this since you really shouldn't care, only that the two Android versions are incompatible with each other, end of story.
#1X - If you are already running 5.1.1 rooted with TWRP recovery and SuperSU. Then I would suggest you to redo your device to stock status, that being either flashing Stock K1 FW 5.1.1 or Stock K1 FW 6.0.0, whichever you prefer really, as with 5.1.1 it'll only take a little bit longer due to updates and whatnot.
#2 -
Get the Nvidia Shield Drivers in the link further up in this post and while you're on it, install Minimal ADB and Fastboot (link above as well).
Now turn off your K1 (keeping it disconnected from your PC while doing so) and press and hold Power + vol down until fastboot/bootloader kicks in and select Fastboot protocol.
Start by typing fastboot oem unlock once in fastboot mode via Minimal ADB and Fastboot and follow the instructions.
You should end up with a unlocked bootloader and wiped data partition (all personal data, settings etc will be lost, and it'll be just like when you bought it).
Now you can freely connect it to your Windows PC to do the following:
Flash TWRP custom recovery and later SuperSU/Custom ROMs and what not.
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Custom Recovery (TWRP):
#1 - Download the latest (thx jcadduono!) available TWRP build for K1.
Choose: i.e in this example twrp-3.0.2-3-M-shieldtablet.img and rename it to something simple like twrp.img.
Now put the twrp.img file into the same folder as Minimal ADB and Fastboot.
Above in this post I have noted the folder structure should you be running a x64 build of Windows 7-10.
Type in: fastboot flash recovery twrp.img and wait for the magic to happen.
You now have a Custom Recovery installed. Enter Recovery in the bootloader for the rest below, should you so desire.
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SuperSU:
If successful, enter recovery through the bootloader menu on your K1 and go into Install.
Here you can transfer over (mostly) any files into your device or SD Card (if you have one), but I prefer working from the device directly in case of any hiccups.
Go and download SuperSU BETA or SuperSU STABLE and put it on your K1.
Go to Install and pick either (not both) and let it finish installing.
Once it has finished doing so you can reboot.
You now have a unlocked bootloader, TWRP recovery, and root support... now how about that huh?
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Flash a Custom ROM, GApps, and/or Xposed:
#1 - Assuming you've already done all above, you can skip to this point and begin flashing your first Custom ROM with a compatible GApps and SuperSU package.
#2 - I recommend Open Gapps pico for starters as you can install the rest through Play Store, but if not, you are free to go with the bigger packages, while avoiding the AROMA one as it's rather difficult to navigate on our device as noted above. As for SuperSU, the latest SuperSU v2.68 BETA works fine.
When you're done downloading the two, pick your favorite looking ROM out of the links above (hint: I would recommend Dirty Unicorns or Temasek's UNOFFICIAL CyanogenMod 13 for now). And then put them on the device by enabling Mount in TWRP or if not, I think TWRP 3.0.0-0 auto mounts as of now. I don't have the device with me as of me typing this but I'm 99% sure it auto mounts.
#3 - Assuming you are starting anew and know how to enter TWRP by now, go wipe all partitions (all data on the device). The easiest way to do this is by entering TWRP>Wipe>Format Data>Type Yes>and then wait.
Go to Install and pick the folder (if you made one) or the root of your K1 where you put the files and flash in this order:
DU_shieldtablet_6.0.1_20160311-2210.v10.0-WEEKLIES.zip or cm-13.0-20160225-UNOFFICIAL-temasek-shieldtablet-V4.6.zip (currently available)
open_gapps-arm-6.0-pico-20160315.zip (*)
BETA-SuperSU-v2.68-20160228150503.zip
and xposed-v80-sdk23-arm.zip if you're interested in Xposed modules, but if not, having it there is always an added bonus as you can start playing around with it should you so desire at some point. But if not, hey... I won't judge you.
Then reboot and let it compile all apps via ART which can anything between 2-5 minutes, so grab a coffee or tea (or whatever you prefer... water, milk you get the idea) as the wait can be quite bothersome during your first run.
And huzzah!!! You're on your first Custom ROM, ready to take on the world!
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Xposed:
#1 - Xposed. I would recommend Amplify (also available as a separate app via Play Store) that works like a separate Doze mechanic where you can play around with settings and rules, but you're on your own on that one. It does however save some battery juice if you pay the minimum, like $2 or something which I think it's totally worth. Next up is YouTube Background Playback (works like in Youtube Red in a way) and does what it's called. Then there's various adblock modules for Youtube, Tumblr etc, just search for Adaway and you'll find them. This ends my super duper long guide.
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this year I hope. ---

Benchmarks (NOTE! This was done with Stock 6.0.1 June patch + AOSP Based ROM Dirty Unicorns 6.0.1 June patch/10.3 Weekly.)
Pictures are ordered as: Max Performance, Optimal and Battery Saver/Power Saving.
Antutu
Dirty Unicorns 6.0.1 June 10.3 Weekly:
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3DMark
Dirty Unicorns 6.0.1 June 10.3 Weekly:
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PCMark (Storage Test w/ Sandisk UHS-I 80MB/s 128GB microSD card)
Dirty Unicorns 6.0.1 June 10.3 Weekly:
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Geekbench
Dirty Unicorns 6.0.1 June 10.3 Weekly:
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Accessories/Reviews:
Nvidia:
Shield Controller [PLACEHOLDER]
Shield DirectStylus 2 [PLACEHOLDER]
Shield Tablet Cover [PLACEHOLDER]
Sandisk:
Mobile Ultra microSDXC Class 10 UHS-I 48MB/s 128GB
Mobile Ultra microSDXC Class 10 UHS-I 80MB/s 128GB
Mobile Ultra microSDXC Class 10 UHS-I 90MB/s 200GB [PLACEHOLDER]
Logitech:
Bluetooth Illuminated Keyboard K810 [PLACEHOLDER]
MX Anywhere 2 [PLACEHOLDER]
Anker:
TBA
iClever:
Ultra Slim 3 Color backlight Bluetooth Keyboard [PLACEHOLDER]
8bitdo:
8Bitdo NES30 Pro [PLACEHOLDER]
8Bitdo FC30 Pro [PLACEHOLDER]
8Bitdo Zero [PLACEHOLDER]
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Hey there, good post! Thanks for the info.
I am a new owner of a Shield Tablet K1 and looking at modding some things (like adding the stylus features back in and gaining root). I am quite experienced in modding and that stuff, I do know how to operate fastboot and adb, so the basics are covered.
I still have some concerns and wasn't able to find something yet since most posts are about the "old" Shield Tablet, so I am sorry to bother you with a few questions (since I want to be extra sure and not assume both are the exact same).
Can you tell me whether unlocking the bootloader leaves a trace? If I happen to need to file an RMA request, will flashing back the stock stuff and relocking the bootloader make the tablet look "as new"? I know some devices put a "tampered" flag in the bootloader screen or say "relocked" instead of just "locked" so anyone looking at that will instantly know that I've tampered with the software and deny warranty claims. Could you please tell me what you know about the possibilities of reverting to stock without leaving a trace?
Thanks in advance
Oh, and have fun with the new hardware!

Heya. As for losing warranty due to unlocking the bootloader, that's something you'd have to ask Nvidia since they also tell you do it when re-flashing as seen in this README.
Either way, a retailer couldn't tell otherwise unless they were provided by some diagnostics tool that specifically showed some hidden logs unless a dev here could fill us out on that? I'm in the process on getting my K1 replaced by a new one since the wifi related issue I have is due to borked hardware.

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Heya. As for losing warranty due to unlocking the bootloader, that's something you'd have to ask Nvidia since they also tell you do it when re-flashing as seen in this README.
Either way, a retailer couldn't tell otherwise unless they were provided by some diagnostics tool that specifically showed some hidden logs unless a dev here could fill us out on that? I'm in the process on getting my K1 replaced by a new one since the wifi related issue I have is due to borked hardware.
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Okay, thanks for the answer!
I think I'll do some further research and then see if I go ahead and root it. What's that re-flashing thing about? Is it a guide by Nvidia to restore if something gets corrupted?
Hope your replacement goes through without problems!

What version of firmware is installed on Shield tablet K1?
Where it can be downloaded?

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What's that re-flashing thing about? Is it a guide by Nvidia to restore if something gets corrupted?!
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Indeed it is
They actually offer you files to reflash Stock in case of any hiccups or whatever. Warranty at best is covered by Nvidia but not by the retailer if they're still living in the 80s.
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What version of firmware is installed on Shield tablet K1?
Where it can be downloaded?
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K1 firmware is not yet available. But flashing the firmware for 1st gen is there and compatible with K1 (both are 3.1.1/5.1.1)

Nm...still confused. Lol the firmware links posted are stock or modified? How did you get max performance?thanks!

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Nm...still confused. Lol the firmware links posted are stock or modified? How did you get max performance?thanks!
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Firmware links are directly from Nvidia. As for Max Performance, Optimal, and Power Saving... It's in SHIELD Power Control.

Ahh makes more sense! Works perfect!

@PixelVixen did you try @lj50036's 2.8.7.3 TWRP he released? Could you try it please.
If it works we know that the K1 is compatible with our roms going forward as well

Do you think there would be enough room to fit a pigtail over to a dipole wifi antenna where in the stylus chamber?

Ok it looks like you could get a u.fl to sma cable to fit but you will need to have the sma connector protrude out of the case, I guess it will then look like a old portable tv with an antenna sticking out of it... If I was not giving this as a gift I would experiment further but I will leave that decision to the person receiving the tablet.

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@PixelVixen did you try @lj50036's 2.8.7.3 TWRP he released? Could you try it please.
If it works we know that the K1 is compatible with our roms going forward as well
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Heya. I'll do some testing come weekend as I've been quite busy with IRL and projects that I've been working on!
edit: 2.8.7.3 is working as intended \o/

Any room to add wireless charging?
Sent from my SHIELD Tablet using Tapatalk

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Any room to add wireless charging?
Sent from my SHIELD Tablet using Tapatalk
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It's a hardware thing, not a "room" thing.

Just a head's up: Flashing 3.1.1 FW will brand your K1 to a 1st gen device and the 6.0 update now avail will not appear (yet).
edit: I'm still surprised we still have no ways of recovering K1 devices to K1 3.1.1 FW or Android 6.0 for that matter in case of any borkups.
Nvidia if you see this, push it to your dev section! Source is not enough!

Link of Stock Lollipop K1:
http://developer.download.nvidia.co...age-shield-tablet-sb_na_wf-37154_590.0364.zip

Muchas gracias!

Avin Avant 2 - Android 4.1.1 [Currently No Root]

I'm trying to get root on the Avin Avant 2, but unfortunately i've been unsuccessfull despite extensive reading of this fine website. The Specs for the device are as follows:
Android 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
Dual Core 1.7Ghz CPU ARMv71
Mali-400MP GPU
Hardware Device Type "Cedric"
My model is the universal unit from avinusa (site down at the time of posting) . Factory options can be accessed with Code "0000" and i've enabled developer options. Allow Unknown Sources is enabled so i can load whatever APK i need via the inernet or flash drive
Things i've tried to get root:
Framaroot, KingRoot, TowelRoot and numerous other Rooting APK Tools - All Failed
RootMyAN21U - Won't install, probably due to signing
Attempting a USB connection - Won't work, i suspect the client mode connection is on the motherboard somewhere.
The unit appears to be vulnerable to all three MasterKey exploits and i've seen other units successfully rooted, so i think it's definitely possible. i've extracted the Settings, SettingsProvider and framework-res Apk's from the device as i've seen these being used as signing sources on other threads.
If someone could rework somthing like RootMyAN21U for me to try with the files i have provided, that would be great! I am open to any other sugestions (or detailed tutorials so i can help myself). A donation is available to whoever provides the solution!
APK'S From Device https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B89NZzCjXoSbWTVwLWVDR0xYU0U
Also, Merry XMAS

it has already root...
For owners of the AVIN Avant-2 unit there is a new software update available. Email tommy for the download link and password.
Software update for the BMW AVIN Avant-2 Update 09-09-2015
Change log:
1. Added ROOT access and SUPERUSER
2. Added EasyConnect app for Mirrorlink support for Android 5.0 phones and AirPlay support without the need of the AirPin app.
3. Removed a lot of apps from the pre_install_apps.zip file making the update process a lot faster. The removed apps are now placed in the optional_app.zip file in the link below.
You can add or remove your choice of app from the pre_install_apps.zip before running the update.
4. Increased userdata partition to 1524MB
And so on...

I not understand
I not Understand

I've emailed support but no reply as of yet. Is this patch uploaded somewhere?

Kaboom22 said:
I've emailed support but no reply as of yet. Is this patch uploaded somewhere?
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Any luck, or any response, respectively? I am desperately waiting for Root/Superuser-support...

fpingoud said:
Any luck, or any response, respectively? I am desperately waiting for Root/Superuser-support...
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Do you have a BMW E46?
If so, you got to take a look on the E46fanatics, just google it, there is a huge thread about your device.

Hi All!
I have the same unit in my car.
But the system is laggy and worst of all I'm having a huge BT-echo at the other side of the line which makes it impossible to have a decent call.
Also android 4.1.1 isn't really supported by the newest app-updates like iCoyote.
Smaller problems:
- System does recognize my iPod but it won't play any music from it
- The radio app shuts down every 10-ish minutes of use
- The status bar on top isn't useful at all and only uses up screenspace that i'd rather use for navigation like Waze.
Conclusion:
It "works" but that's about it.
Question:
Would it be possible to install a more recent version of android which uses the hardware more efficiently and makes the system more stable while keeping the most important functions (obviously).
I've contacted Avin Europe (as I live in Belgium) and Tommy from AvinUSA about this problem but sadly they didn't offer a solution. Even worse, they didn't even reply to me since the end of March.

VOYO vbook V3, image disk for restore

Hello all! you're awesome!
I have this pc/tablet. I try to put a spanish language, and was impossible.
I decided to put a clean install of windows 10, and I crash it...
Now, all is in spanish, but there are some things that not work now: wifi, audio, touchscreen...
I know that it's a drivers problem. But there are not drivers for this product.
I hope that some of you can share with us (and me) an image of the original windows10 that come with the tablet, and maybe I can install.
Now...I lose 350$ in a few hours...

I want them too
i think the original Windows 10 installation image from Voyo with the drivers is here
Code:
https://9896df.lt.yunpan.cn/lk/cxxWj6pRmPTRi#/-0
but i cant make a account there to download it .....
can anyone help to upload it somewhere else?

This is for Voyo v3 mini PC as I can see not for Voyo V3 Vbook

Hi
you can find all folders & files from this China site also hire even Image of restoration
https://yadi.sk/d/9ixK06sZovfdq

stbn7777 said:
Hello all! you're awesome!
I have this pc/tablet. I try to put a spanish language, and was impossible.
I decided to put a clean install of windows 10, and I crash it...
Now, all is in spanish, but there are some things that not work now: wifi, audio, touchscreen...
I know that it's a drivers problem. But there are not drivers for this product.
I hope that some of you can share with us (and me) an image of the original windows10 that come with the tablet, and maybe I can install.
Now...I lose 350$ in a few hours...
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do you manage to repair Windows dude
hire is all files from Voyo vbook V3 drivers,you can also with google translate use 4pda forum find many answers

I managed to get the drivers from their website after a lot of struggle. I uploaded them to mega just in case others need them:
http s://me ga.nz/#!hVB0Ea6Y (apparently I need a min number of posts to put links)
The decryption key is the following: !9fQTHbIb-H812jw2MwVOAPZoZvDGKuywgiRBkjkOwEE
The wifi driver is giving some security warning when you try to install it. I already had it working yesterday (using other drivers I found) so I decided to not install it when I saw the warning. The rest of them made my camera and touchscreen work properly though so they are good.

jeefo12 said:
I managed to get the drivers from their website after a lot of struggle. I uploaded them to mega just in case others need them:
http s://me ga.nz/#!hVB0Ea6Y (apparently I need a min number of posts to put links)
The wifi driver is giving some security warning when you try to install it. I already had it working yesterday (using other drivers I found) so I decided to not install it when I saw the warning. The rest of them made my camera and touchscreen work properly though so they are good.
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I ordered ssd disk 128gb ,today arrive in Macedonia tomorrow i will installit on board to see will it work or not as expanded memory.
as i can see till now on my Voyo v3 ,i have oni one sticky button ,windows work geat..
with wifi(driver) i haven`t problems only yet but on 4pda.frorum(rusia) with google translate as a option in Chrom you can get best Voyo Vbook V3 community and best info for Voyo on the net..

jeefo12 said:
I managed to get the drivers from their website after a lot of struggle. I uploaded them to mega just in case others need them:
http s://me ga.nz/#!hVB0Ea6Y (apparently I need a min number of posts to put links)
The wifi driver is giving some security warning when you try to install it. I already had it working yesterday (using other drivers I found) so I decided to not install it when I saw the warning. The rest of them made my camera and touchscreen work properly though so they are good.
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hey, what's the decryption key for your files man?

aussiepr said:
hey, what's the decryption key for your files man?
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Sorry, I had no idea mega is encrypting it automatically. This is the key !9fQTHbIb-H812jw2MwVOAPZoZvDGKuywgiRBkjkOwEE (exclamation mark included)

jeefo12 said:
Sorry, I had no idea mega is encrypting it automatically. This is the key !9fQTHbIb-H812jw2MwVOAPZoZvDGKuywgiRBkjkOwEE (exclamation mark included)
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Thanks, worked fine

Hi, I've recently bought the core m3 version off Gearbest, but ran into a ton of issues out of the box. As with all chinese tablets/laptops/convertibles I buy, the first thing I did was do a Windows reset (to get rid of any potential bloatware/localization issues/ etc/). However, since the reset, I have been unable to charge the device beyond 80%, the pen that came with it is not registering any input, and the touch screen input is waaaaay off (closer to my finger at the top left corner, then deviates further off the further I get from that point).
Now, I'm unsure whether these issues existed prior to the reset, or whether they were caused by it (since I didn't really use the device long enough before the reset). The easiest way would probably be to send it back to claim warranty, but the whole claim procedure through Gearbest is a nightmare at best. I would prefer to try everything possible before actually attempting that ordeal.
I would like to try installing a fresh copy of windows over the "reset" version to see if the potential driver issues are resolved, but am unable to find the proper installer for this device from the myvoyo website. The one available is apparently for the atom x5-Z8300 version of the device, not for the core M version. I did try the drivers from the link above in this thread, but it caused a WDF_VIOLATION bsod.
tl:dr Does anyone have ANY suggestions as to what I can try to fix these issues, or potentially have a link pointing to the correct drivers/windows installer I will need to get the device back to the factory settings? (I speak neither Chinese nor Russian so the company's website and the apparently thorough 4pda forum was of limited use to me - google translate is wonky at best)
Thanks and sorry for the long rant.

WooHoo!! Thanks that fixed my touch and wifi issues!

Do not hesitate to contact them directly via e-mail (the voyo manufacturer). I just did and they seem very helpful (or I am just lucky). I am currently trying to install Android on the machine with their help. If I get all the drivers to work I will post here everything needed + instructions in case anyone wants to do it as well.
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riyasatazim said:
Hi, I've recently bought the core m3 version off Gearbest, but ran into a ton of issues out of the box. As with all chinese tablets/laptops/convertibles I buy, the first thing I did was do a Windows reset (to get rid of any potential bloatware/localization issues/ etc/). However, since the reset, I have been unable to charge the device beyond 80%, the pen that came with it is not registering any input, and the touch screen input is waaaaay off (closer to my finger at the top left corner, then deviates further off the further I get from that point).
Now, I'm unsure whether these issues existed prior to the reset, or whether they were caused by it (since I didn't really use the device long enough before the reset). The easiest way would probably be to send it back to claim warranty, but the whole claim procedure through Gearbest is a nightmare at best. I would prefer to try everything possible before actually attempting that ordeal.
I would like to try installing a fresh copy of windows over the "reset" version to see if the potential driver issues are resolved, but am unable to find the proper installer for this device from the myvoyo website. The one available is apparently for the atom x5-Z8300 version of the device, not for the core M version. I did try the drivers from the link above in this thread, but it caused a WDF_VIOLATION bsod.
tl:dr Does anyone have ANY suggestions as to what I can try to fix these issues, or potentially have a link pointing to the correct drivers/windows installer I will need to get the device back to the factory settings? (I speak neither Chinese nor Russian so the company's website and the apparently thorough 4pda forum was of limited use to me - google translate is wonky at best)
Thanks and sorry for the long rant.
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[email protected] . Contact them directly. I just did and they sent me the drivers for the cherrytrail version (though that's not exactly what I asked for). Keep your english simple and concise so they understand you. Theirs is quite bad.

Hi guys
The drivers doesn't work anymore.. someone has them?

i recently bought the voyo v3 ultrabook from gearbest and it constantly just shuts off without warning. this kills windows after a while so have reset it multiple times.
tried to return it to gearbest but the cost was like £60 and then the post office wouldnt touch it because it contained a lithium battery.
basically gave up and accepted £15 compensation from gearbest - would like to try android on this as i have some suspicion that the device could be ok. it can go for hours when windows is not fully booted ie when restoring windows so this could well be on OS thing. trying android would be a good test of this.
big waste of money and time really, note to self is only buy from local stores in the future! doh.

Voyo stays in blackscreen
Hi together,
I need your help. I have the v3 flagship with m3-6y30 and it stays in blackscreen.
I changed the win10 boot options to safe mode and now the screen stays black only. The 'caps lock' led is working. I tried to enter bios or uefi, but it does not work, or at least the screen stays black.
Next I will try to connect micro hdmi to a monitor and I hope that it will work. Another solution would be to write a new originial voyo win10 image to the m2 ssd. Could anyone provide me his ssd image? Maybe someone saved it after resetting win10? I asked voyo for that image, but they did not answer..
It would be great if someone could help me.
Regards

dschingi86 said:
Hi together,
I need your help. I have the v3 flagship with m3-6y30 and it stays in blackscreen.
I changed the win10 boot options to safe mode and now the screen stays black only. The 'caps lock' led is working. I tried to enter bios or uefi, but it does not work, or at least the screen stays black.
Next I will try to connect micro hdmi to a monitor and I hope that it will work. Another solution would be to write a new originial voyo win10 image to the m2 ssd. Could anyone provide me his ssd image? Maybe someone saved it after resetting win10? I asked voyo for that image, but they did not answer..
It would be great if someone could help me.
Regards
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Could solve it. I can enter Uefi by pressing Esc and I had to use an external monitor.

hi dschingi86
i have a similar problem - I did a clean re-install of windows 10 pro and the screen stopped working. The backlight is definitely working - i can see it come on, but nothing is displayed on the screen. the screen still works for touch though.
It only displays when connected to an external monitor via hdmi.
i've tried reinstalling drivers etc, but nothing works - how do i get the screen to start working again?

How do you enter BIOS?
please help

hensk said:
I ordered ssd disk 128gb ,today arrive in Macedonia tomorrow i will installit on board to see will it work or not as expanded memory.
as i can see till now on my Voyo v3 ,i have oni one sticky button ,windows work geat..
with wifi(driver) i haven`t problems only yet but on 4pda.frorum(rusia) with google translate as a option in Chrom you can get best Voyo Vbook V3 community and best info for Voyo on the net..
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What type of m.2 ssd drive does the Voyo v3 Pro use sata iii or pcie? What is the maximum size in gigabytes that the Voyo V3 Pro can use? Do you happen to have a image file of Windows 10 for the Voyo v3 Pro? The link to the image file on the Voyo web site no longer works.

[Root] Phoenix OS x86/x64 v2.0.7 (13 June) Rooted Images

Hey guys, a new version of Phoenix OS (v2.0.7) is out and I have created rooted images for you guys to use.
Instructions:
Download the correct system rooted.7z file provided in the Download section and extract it
Install Phoenix OS and restart your computer.
Boot into Phoenix OS and finish the system initialization wizard. Restart the computer and boot into your main OS.
Go to C:\Phoenix OS (or wherever your Phoenix OS installation is) and replace the system.img file that's already there with the one you just downloaded
Reboot your computer now and boot into Phoenix OS.
Install the latest version of SuperSU. Sign in to Play Store using your Google account and update SuperSU that way. If you for some reason cannot use the Play Store, you can find SuperSU on the official thread. Download the flashable zip, extract Superuser.apk from the common folder, and install it in Phoenix OS by opening the .apk file with the default file manager that comes with the OS.
Update the binary by choosing Normal and your Phoenix OS should now be fully rooted
Download:
Phoenix OS x86 v2.0.7 (13 June) Rooted Image + original system.img + PhoenixOSInstaller_v2.0.7.151.32bit.exe
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B_UTWXKFnZoNVGpBZmxQS0dhRjg
Phoenix OS x64 v2.0.7 (13 June) Rooted Image + original system.img + PhoenixOSInstaller_v2.0.7.150.64bit.exe
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B_UTWXKFnZoNclN5SGdFUGlTRGs
Download Phoenix OS v2.0.7 here (original thread):
http://bbs.phoenixstudio.org/en/showthread.php?tid=6186
History:
Uploaded v2.0.7 system images

Oooh... now I can test this to see if it fixes my G+ compatibility issue

The Wrath of Kahn said:
Oooh... now I can test this to see if it fixes my G+ compatibility issue
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Sure! Let us know if it works out well for you

meanhacker said:
Sure! Let us know if it works out well for you
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Sadly, no. It is rooted successfully and everything else seems fine, but "device not compatible" again. Unfortunately this is a deal killer for me =/

The Wrath of Kahn said:
Sadly, no. It is rooted successfully and everything else seems fine, but "device not compatible" again. Unfortunately this is a deal killer for me =/
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Did you try both, the 32 and 64 bit versions? I will try it on my Surface Pro 3 sometime and will let you know my results. Meanwhile, you can post it on their official forum and let them know that G+ isn't working

meanhacker said:
Did you try both, the 32 and 64 bit versions? I will try it on my Surface Pro 3 sometime and will let you know my results. Meanwhile, you can post it on their official forum and let them know that G+ isn't working
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Only tried 64 bit... guess I could give 32 bit a shot. Tomorrow then...

The Wrath of Kahn said:
Only tried 64 bit... guess I could give 32 bit a shot. Tomorrow then...
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I tried opening G+ on the v2.0.6 and got the same error as you. Perhaps you can use the browser to browse G+ for now until a solution is available? Also, look into spoofing your deice model into a model of an actual tablet. Maybe that will work if you edit the build.prop file.

If anyone get's "grub minimal bash like line editing issue" when trying to boot
Hi I just tried phoenix OS. yesterday on my unbranded baytrail tablet (ub15ms10) I was stuck with this issue for a while and I finally came up with the fix using the grub prompt! (I used "rufus" to create the boot usb drive)
First, list your drives with ls ls Mine came up with hd0 and some others, but since I was booting from a usb drive, that's all that matters at the moment. hd0 will be the drive that you need so set it as the target and below is basically what you need to type to try it out without installing.
set root=(hd0,1)
linux /kernel root=/dev/ram0
initrd /initrd.img
boot
You should then be able to boot Pheonix OS 2.0.7 32bit. I did not try the 64bit version since there's no point because tablet has less then 4GB of RAM. What works: It makes good use of the tablet's GPU, it didn't lag in anyway for games such as clash royal. Browsing is good, playstore works..The performance is nice, It runs well on a 2GB ram tablet with a 1.3Ghz Intel Atom Z3735F. GPS works, bluetooth works.
What doesn't work: No audio, no brightness control. I didn't bother testing anything else since I lost interest as soon as audio didn't work. I'd probably be able to fix it myself by messing around with the kernel parameters but it's a PITA.

meanhacker said:
I tried opening G+ on the v2.0.6 and got the same error as you. Perhaps you can use the browser to browse G+ for now until a solution is available? Also, look into spoofing your deice model into a model of an actual tablet. Maybe that will work if you edit the build.prop file.
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I tried editing the build.prop before with no luck, but I'm not experienced in doing it so I may have missed the fields that I needed.

irex102 said:
Hi I just tried phoenix OS. yesterday on my unbranded baytrail tablet (ub15ms10) I was stuck with this issue for a while and I finally came up with the fix using the grub prompt! (I used "rufus" to create the boot usb drive)
First, list your drives with ls ls Mine came up with hd0 and some others, but since I was booting from a usb drive, that's all that matters at the moment. hd0 will be the drive that you need so set it as the target and below is basically what you need to type to try it out without installing.
set root=(hd0,1)
linux /kernel root=/dev/ram0
initrd /initrd.img
boot
You should then be able to boot Pheonix OS 2.0.7 32bit. I did not try the 64bit version since there's no point because tablet has less then 4GB of RAM. What works: It makes good use of the tablet's GPU, it didn't lag in anyway for games such as clash royal. Browsing is good, playstore works..The performance is nice, It runs well on a 2GB ram tablet with a 1.3Ghz Intel Atom Z3735F. GPS works, bluetooth works.
What doesn't work: No audio, no brightness control. I didn't bother testing anything else since I lost interest as soon as audio didn't work. I'd probably be able to fix it myself by messing around with the kernel parameters but it's a PITA.
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For the audio and other issues for baytrail/cherrytrail devices, someone made a kernel that apparently fixes these issues in debian/ubuntu which can be found here: https://yadi.sk/d/pW1Fbl-VyVPoR/Linux 4.12/Linux 4.12rc5. If someone else could use these kernels sources to apply a patch for android x86 that would be awesome.

irex102 said:
For the audio and other issues for baytrail/cherrytrail devices, someone made a kernel that apparently fixes these issues in debian/ubuntu which can be found here: https://yadi.sk/d/pW1Fbl-VyVPoR/Linux 4.12/Linux 4.12rc5. If someone else could use these kernels sources to apply a patch for android x86 that would be awesome.
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Hey I found some readied kernels that fixes all the issues on baytrail tablets for android x86 7.1: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B1HDhURlGNctY045UWFhalo5MW8 All that's left is to patch a rom for these devices. More info found here: https://github.com/burzumishi/linux-baytrail-flexx10/issues/12#issuecomment-309275211

#Quest
i'm already install phoenix os latest version, can i replace old system.img with system.img rooted without uninstall my latest phoenix os already installed on my pc?

Nicojoy said:
i'm already install phoenix os latest version, can i replace old system.img with system.img rooted without uninstall my latest phoenix os already installed on my pc?
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What version of Phoenix OS do you have installed? If you have v2.0.7, you're in the right thread, so go ahead and download either a 32 or 64-bit version of the rooted image and replace it with your current system.img.

This will work on a Nexus 9 or it only works in pc's?

when i update su binary like you say it says to me installation failed
edit: ifound soulition its to update super su to the latest version with play store or aptoide or arc market or app vn and the install the binary data its soooo easyyyyyyy

Waiting for rooted system.img for Phoenix OS 2.1.0

SU Binary busy?
So I followed the instructions (although the step 6 is kind of confusing, English is not my native language so...) booted with the rooted sys image, installed superSU from the Play Store and when I open it it says "SU binary busy" and send me to a FAQ where it says that
"The SU files are already occupied by other software, such as Kingroot."
So I need to install the binary somehow? or something went wrong?
Oh BTW, used Root checker and it says it's not propely installed
Thanks for the image, buddy

MrSlenderman said:
"The SU files are already occupied by other software, such as Kingroot."
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I also ran into this problem using the newest version from the play store, I could avoid this though by installing version 2.79 through an apk.
But now it won't let me update the binary, since everytime I select "Normal" the installation fails after a minute or so.
Any ideas?

Guys, when to expect a rooted image for V 2.1.0 x86

thank you, but i bit confused about when i update the os,
so when i update the os, the rooted image will gone ? and i need to wait for another rooted image ?

Android 12 TVbox help needed

HI, need some help please
I have a
- S98H Android TV box
- Android OS version 12
- Build 12.1.A5
- Kernel 5.4.125
- With BigdroidOS 2.0.1
- 6TB Seagate external drive
- USB stick
- SD Card
- Developer Options Enabled
- Unknown sources enabled
Problems:
a) In Tivimate app, Permissions, Files and videos, I only get 2 options 1- While using the app or 2- Never. How to I get "Allow All the Time"? All my other apps have it and work great with external drive. But Tivimate can't backup, restore or record on the Stick, SD Card or External drive because of this. On my other box (S96Q+) running Android 10 the option is there and all works great.
b) Nord and Express VPN install perfectly but crash when opened. Again, works great on the S96Q+ with no issues.
I tried flashing with a different firmware, one like on my S96Q+ but then the WIfi and the remote don't work.
Tried on 3 different boxes same model and build and all have the same problem so I know it's not the apps themselves. And installed on 5 different S96Q+ and all work like a charm.
Thanks in advance for any help that can be provided.

cirramqc said:
a) In Tivimate app, Permissions, Files and videos, I only get 2 options 1- While using the app or 2- Never. How to I get "Allow All the Time"? All my other apps have it and work great with external drive. But Tivimate can't backup, restore or record on the Stick, SD Card or External drive because of this. On my other box (S96Q+) running Android 10 the option is there and all works great.
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for tivimate app to fully work on S96Q+ and not fully work on S98H doesn't mean the app is perfectly fine, but it means the app is compatible with that version of Android (10) but isn't fully supported on Android 12, it could also have other reasons, but the first thing I would test is installing that tivimate on a totally different box with Android 12 and see what happens. or contact the tivimate dev to ask for compatibility issues with recording on Android 12.
but from your explanation, I don't believe this is a tvbox issue, but again I don't own both of these boxes, so I can't really say for sure.
a bit of info: it's a general rule with nearly all OSs, Android, Windows, Linux, Mac whatever it is, the higher version, the more secure the developers design it. This can give you a slight explanation of why it may work on an older version of Android but doesn't on a newer version.
cirramqc said:
b) Nord and Express VPN install perfectly but crash when opened. Again, works great on the S96Q+ with no issues.
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Again that still sounds like a compatibility issue with the Android version, I would suggest you contact Nord and Express VPN for support, they're both usually very responsive/helpful, I used them both in the past ;‑)
There is a more complex way to figure out why those apps are crashing, link your tvbox to a computer, install Android Studio on the computer, and turn on logs to watch for a reason why those apps or any apps crash.

Here's the Solution to Backup Tivimate files to ONN android device. Create a folder using Es File Explorer or AnExplorer Then create a folder in
/sdcard/Android/media/ CALLED THIS ar.tvplayer.tv