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Do you think that i can install windows 10 on the shield tv?
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Do you think that i can install windows 10 on the shield tv?
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I think it's crazy.
windows 10 need special driver for shield tv.
where can you get these?
Hey everybody.
I've been using media streamers for a bit.
Started with a Chromecast, then Amazon Fire stick and now with a Nexus Player.
Previous streamers felt limited but the nexus player felt better.
Now I've been thinking about upgrading to a Apple TV 4 or a Nvidia Shield tv.
My question is: Do you guys feel remorse of having bought this?
Performance aside is a bit expensive compared to other boxes.
I have a pc with a GTX970 and I was thinking maybe this will work to stream some games to my living room.
Another thing, how far away from a Shield TV 2 are we? This will surely have a price a drop when they announce the second gen, although while there is no much competition I think Nvidia will sit a bit.
You've had plenty of views but no replies...so I'll chip in lol
Do I regret buying one....no. The only thing that bothers me is how spartan the app store is for Android TV, obviously this can change in the future. If you already have a Nexus then you're already using Android TV. Is it expensive? Considering the price of the Fire TV gaming bundle...I actually think the 16GB model is priced well. I got the Nvidia remote free when I bought mine, you've literally just missed a promotion to get an extra controller. Perhaps you'd rather wait for another promotion before purchasing to get the most for your money. Buying the 16GB model and upgrading the storage via MicroSD or USB HDD would make the most sense rather than the expensive Pro model with 500GB.
Yes you can gamestream from your PC, this feature is under the SHIELD HUB...you could also try installing Moonlight which might offer slightly better performance. I've tried the Geforce NOW service and the games do play quite well to be fair. Although I will say for best results forget about wifi and hard wire the SHIELD to the router...even if you have to buy some inexpensive homeplug network adapters.
What I have done is install SPMC (KODI). I have customised it to work as a homescreen/dashboard essentially, it auto starts when I power on. This way I can set shortcuts to what I want...my retro arcade (Hyperspin), Shield Hub, Remote Play (PS4), Netflix, Radio, my movie and music collection on my home PC...you get the picture
I have no idea what Nvidia are planning. Although I would guess that we would see the Shield Tablet updated before we see a new SHIELD TV. The tablet still uses Kepler tech...the Shield TV is Maxwell. If there was a new SHIELD TV it would surely be based on Pascal
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I was actually reconsidering the same like you also the apple tv.
Now I'm happy i choose the Shield! Nvidia allows you to unlock the bootloader and root the system without losing warranty, which is a great thing.
I wasn't happy with the Leanback launcher as there is a lot of stuff i don't like and the apps i installed via APK and Aptoide TV didn't show up (only with help of the sideload launcher).
So i rooted it and set a differnt launcher as default! now it is really great! I have adaway, Firefox with several adons and kodi with husham wizard!
The box is extremly fast! I have a logitech usbe mouse and keyboard connected and the box also works with my logitech universal remote.
Alsow with marshmello (shiled os 3.1) you can add a microsd with up to 128 GB to expand the internal storage!
I found an amazing app called "AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO)" that you can use to mirror your tablet/mobile phone screen beside the standard YouTube casting
The only thing i'm not happy with is that it doesn't have a optical/coax audio output.
The apple tv is for sure much more limited and has by far not the game performance of the shield!
extra controller w/purchase @ gamestop. i do not know when the promotion ends, but as of this morning...its still there!
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I wasn't happy with the Leanback launcher as there is a lot of stuff i don't like and the apps i installed via APK and Aptoide TV didn't show up (only with help of the sideload launcher).
So i rooted it and set a differnt launcher as default! now it is really great!
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doe the controllers still work when you root? I Heard some about trouble with that.
Pion33r said:
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I wasn't happy with the Leanback launcher as there is a lot of stuff i don't like and the apps i installed via APK and Aptoide TV didn't show up (only with help of the sideload launcher). So i rooted it and set a differnt launcher as default! now it is really great! I have adaway, Firefox with several adons and kodi with husham wizard!
Maybe try SPMC, it's a fork of KODI. It's being developed with the SHIELD in mind. Unlike KODI, you can actually launch android apps from within SPMC (so you don't really need sideload launcher). It also integrates with the leanback launcher, providing recommendations from SPMC. Voice search from the launcher will also have links to your SPMC library. The voice feature also works with the keyboard in SPMC, so you can speak rather than type in the search box
I found an amazing app called "AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO)" that you can use to mirror your tablet/mobile phone screen beside the standard YouTube casting
Airplay is for Apple devices, the SHIELD natively casts from android devices. I don't buy Apple stuff, so I've never tried it but KODI/SPMC has Airplay built in...just turn it on in the services. I'm glad to hear you're happy with the device...I always enjoy seeing the different ways people set them up and use them!
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foomanjackel said:
extra controller w/purchase @ gamestop. i do not know when the promotion ends, but as of this morning...its still there!
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Here in the UK that promotion ended on the 1st of May. If it's still available to you guys "across the pond"...that's great! Good looking out
discocandy said:
doe the controllers still work when you root? I Heard some about trouble with that.
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I haven't rooted my SHIELD. I could be wrong but I think the controller issues were more to do with people flashing a different ROM after rooting...the SHIELD game pad would need to be wired for example, although that may have changed by now. As we are talking about game pads. One of the reasons root would appeal to me, is that it's required for the Sixaxis app. This app will allow the DS4 pad to connect via bluetooth (lag free), as I have the Remote Play app installed this would be nice.
My phone is rooted with a custom ROM and recovery. I don't really feel that I need say an Adblocker on the SHIELD TV to be fair. Of course there are plenty of other good reasons to root the device. In fairness I am at a point now where I know how I want the devices to be, so the thought of wiping it and doing it over "properly" is getting more appealing. Rooting would help me fix a few niggling things...for example I really would like to be able to manually add the MAME 2014 core to Retroarch, I need this core for my Retro Arcade but the buildbot for Retroarch won't add it currently.
Wish you all the best playing with your devices
discocandy said:
doe the controllers still work when you root? I Heard some about trouble with that.
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No trouble at all. I'm on the latest version of Shield os (3.1 Marshmello). What i relly love is that now i can even use Titanium backup
Next step - Xposed
foomanjackel said:
extra controller w/purchase @ gamestop. i do not know when the promotion ends, but as of this morning...its still there!
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i actually bought mine @ gamestop in my town about 3 weeks ago. it is the 16gb version w/one controller included.... returned it today for a full refund (they put the amount on a gift card) and have just re-ordered the same unit from their website where it is the same price but now includes 2 controllers. used the gift card as payment and am just paying the shipping fee. should have the new one in a few days.
The controller works fine if you root. However, if you install a custom ROM, you will need to connect the controller to the Shield with a micro-USB cable.
The only real problem I have with the Shield is that Android TV is not nearly as capable as full Android.
Thanks a lot guys.
Hopefully I can sell my nexus player with my x360 pad on it and recoup some money for the shield tv.
foomanjackel said:
extra controller w/purchase @ gamestop. i do not know when the promotion ends, but as of this morning...its still there!
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Is that online?
Share a link please.
Silenus21 said:
Is that online?
Share a link please.
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Yes, online only. Bought mine in store 3 weeks ago with one controller. Returned yesterday for full refund which they put on a gift card. Used gift card at home to purchase online w/the extra controller. I'll be without unit for a few days while waiting for the new one, but I dont mind the wait if I can get a unit with the extra $60 controller
http://m.gamestop.com/browse/search?searchTerm=Nvidia
Thanks.
But sucks they don't take my paypal from outside USA.
And they are expensive on Ebay.
Wait, Amazon has it with the second controller for 200.
http://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-SHIELD...d=1463060240&sr=8-1&keywords=nvidia+shield+tv
Silenus21 said:
Thanks.
But sucks they don't take my paypal from outside USA.
And they are expensive on Ebay.
Wait, Amazon has it with the second controller for 200.
http://www.amazon.com/NVIDIA-SHIELD...d=1463060240&sr=8-1&keywords=nvidia+shield+tv
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Great!! :good:
Using the 16gb model on my Sony Bravia TV with matching home theater setup with TV remote function with all shield apps including Kodi.
Missed out on free remote offer but pleasantly surprised that original TV remote gives me full functionality and more.
My only regret is that I didn't get it sooner. [emoji13]
My roku3 is collecting dust big time.
Have not subscribed to cable since 2010. Before shield was running MK-908 and was happy with setup, but the shield blows everything else out of the water.
Pp.
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Yes I love mine the only thing I dislike is I bought the Pro model and you don't have full access to the HD unless you do some skull doggery. If it were easy to put a SSD in it and actually be able to hook it up to my pc that thing would be totally awesome 10/10 but alas you can't. I say get the 16GB model and go from there.
Thanks guys, got mine today.
Now to read some guides on rooting this thing.
Silenus21 said:
Thanks guys, got mine today.
Now to read some guides on rooting this thing.
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fairly simple guide here:
http://nvidiashieldzone.com/shield-android-tv/nvidia-shield-tv-16gb-root-m/
* be sure to have a usb mouse ready....you'll need it to make the "swipe to flash" when you are in TWRP. i tried a keyboard (with trackpad), the remote and even the phone app....but only the mouse would work for that step.
Thanks.
Rooted it yesterday.
Only having trouble setting up Dolphin, can't configure the shield controller and can't find an ini online.
I bought my shield to run as a Plex server because all Plex could talk about was "Shield is THE server..." It's not until you get it running that you learn that is cannot do a lot of things that my PC server handles easily. Then you find out that there's no Music Plus and missing transcoders and, btw, I hope you still have that PC because you will need it to manage your Shield Plex Server and migrate your media. Oh, and wait until you learn about file sharing with the Shield...allow yourself a little time! The punchline is that performance is tame. I do not serve 4K media, but 1080p was great from the PC that runs as a vm with 4GB.
And I made the mistake of tossing an extra remote and the (very cool and expensive) stand in my cart.
Oh well. I really need to start playing games.
Hi everyone,
Is there anyone know that if it is possible to hock my fibe tv service to shield tv 2017?
I check the HDhomerun but it doesnt seem like working with fibe TV since it does not using cable.
Please someone if you know a good way that i can watch my fibe tv on shield tv. Please please!
I have a similar IPTV service from another company. No way that I've found yet.
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Hello,
last time I checked this, the Shield Controller (v1) wasn't supported by LOS, so I wasn't able to flash my Shield TV.
I'd like to know if the Controller is now supported. Thank you.
Full android does support it, check my signature.
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Hi,
I am from India, and really want to get a NVIDIA SHIELD device for myself for general Android TV ( preferably the new pro 2019 ) purpose as well as to recollect some memories of the years gone by installing some emulators and running some classic games apart from trying my luck with running Android Games etc.
My queries here are multiple :
1. Is it going to give any issues due to purchase in US/Can. by not showing me Local INDIAN content on apps like , Netflix, Prime Video, Hot-star etc. ( I do have subscriptions for them in India and running through Chrome-cast 3 already)
I had just spoken to the NVIDIA rep. who told me it would play American content. However, a Prime rep. told me it would play Indian content.
I believe this all depends on the first login and the servers of the country being used to run the content from .
I have also read some other posts some people using the device in India which was brought in US and working fine. But no one confirmed that they are playing the Indian content or not.
Please confirm
2. Are the Android updates, region specific for the device, and I will need to run a VPN with US server and back and forth to reinstall the apps and stuff again and again ?
3. Should I go for NVIDIA game controller itself along with the device, as some reviewers mentioned that it provides full compatibility ( mic and talking to android
feature etc) with the device, unlike the compatible controllers which I may be able to get my hands on in INDIA? Are there any controllers which do exactly the same or more than the official controller ?
4. Are there any prohibited components inside which are barred to travel with like the batteries etc. from US/ Canada or to India ?
P.S. I am not an expert, so go easy on me !
THANKS !
thezuhaibahmed said:
Hi,
I am from India, and really want to get a NVIDIA SHIELD device for myself for general Android TV ( preferably the new pro 2019 ) purpose as well as to recollect some memories of the years gone by installing some emulators and running some classic games apart from trying my luck with running Android Games etc.
My queries here are multiple :
1. Is it going to give any issues due to purchase in US/Can. by not showing me Local INDIAN content on apps like , Netflix, Prime Video, Hot-star etc. ( I do have subscriptions for them in India and running through Chrome-cast 3 already)
I had just spoken to the NVIDIA rep. who told me it would play American content. However, a Prime rep. told me it would play Indian content.
I believe this all depends on the first login and the servers of the country being used to run the content from .
I have also read some other posts some people using the device in India which was brought in US and working fine. But no one confirmed that they are playing the Indian content or not.
Please confirm-
2. Are the Android updates, region specific for the device, and I will need to run a VPN with US server and back and forth to reinstall the apps and stuff again and again ?
3. Should I go for NVIDIA game controller itself along with the device, as some reviewers mentioned that it provides full compatibility ( mic and talking to android
feature etc) with the device, unlike the compatible controllers which I may be able to get my hands on in INDIA? Are there any controllers which do exactly the same or more than the official controller ?
4. Are there any prohibited components inside which are barred to travel with like the batteries etc. from US/ Canada or to India ?
P.S. I am not an expert, so go easy on me !
THANKS !
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I just bought the NVIDIA SHIELD TV PRO 2019 model from Amazon.com website and got it shipped to India. No issues with the shipment at all.
There are a few things you need to do to get your Free access to GEFORCE NOW games working on your device.
Get to the customer support chat section on the NVIDIA website and share your original bill, NVIDIA login ID and they will unlock your BETA access for your device in India.
1. There are no other problems with content or anything as all the popular apps use your local login, so NETFLIX, PRIME, HOTSTAR and ZEE5 all Indian content works properly.
2. You do not need any VPN for any updates. It is all officially supported in India.
3. You can use any bluetooth controller - I use my XBOX ONE S controller. You can also use PS4 controller with it. These are official NVIDIA recommended controllers and have no issues or problems.
shandarjunaid said:
I just bought the NVIDIA SHIELD TV PRO 2019 model from Amazon.com website and got it shipped to India. No issues with the shipment at all.
There are a few things you need to do to get your Free access to GEFORCE NOW games working on your device.
Get to the customer support chat section on the NVIDIA website and share your original bill, NVIDIA login ID and they will unlock your BETA access for your device in India.
1. There are no other problems with content or anything as all the popular apps use your local login, so NETFLIX, PRIME, HOTSTAR and ZEE5 all Indian content works properly.
2. You do not need any VPN for any updates. It is all officially supported in India.
3. You can use any bluetooth controller - I use my XBOX ONE S controller. You can also use PS4 controller with it. These are official NVIDIA recommended controllers and have no issues or problems.
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wow, just what i was looking for. how much did it cost you especially the import duty part?
bala_gamer said:
wow, just what i was looking for. how much did it cost you especially the import duty part?
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The total damages were 28K INR.
But worth it!!
shandarjunaid said:
The total damages were 28K INR.
But worth it!!
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Woa.... My current Amazon.com order went upto 23k including import duty ,wishfully dreaming for some refund in the import duty cost . Let's see
By any chance are you using dolby vision and Dolby atmos on netflix with shield ? Heard older device dosent support both and Nvidia addressed the issue with new 2019 release .
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bala_gamer said:
Woa.... My current Amazon.com order went upto 23k including import duty ,wishfully dreaming for some refund in the import duty cost . Let's see
By any chance are you using dolby vision and Dolby atmos on netflix with shield ? Heard older device dosent support both and Nvidia addressed the issue with new 2019 release .
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yes - Dolby Vision and Atmos work well with the UHD plan for Netflix and supporting Sony 4K TV.
shandarjunaid said:
yes - Dolby Vision and Atmos work well with the UHD plan for Netflix and supporting Sony 4K TV.
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thanks, received my unit a week back nd works smooth with my OLED, so is the loseless audio playback
Xbox One X or Shield TV Pro?
My primary intentions to get an Nvidia Shield TV Pro (2019) was to experience Dolby Vision & Dolby Atmos as no other streaming box or device supports most of the apps that has Dolby Atmos content. But later on I came to know that Xbox One X also supports Dolby Atmos on Netflix and other apps. So I am now confused whether to get an Xbox One X in India or import Nvidia Shield TV Pro (2019) through Amazon.com or Tanotis or NewEgg or B&Photo.com?
Could you help me with why should I choose Nvidia over Xbox One X and what would be the Customs Duties if I am getting it shipped through a friend or relative on FedEx or Aramex?
bala_gamer said:
Woa.... My current Amazon.com order went upto 23k including import duty ,wishfully dreaming for some refund in the import duty cost . Let's see
By any chance are you using dolby vision and Dolby atmos on netflix with shield ? Heard older device dosent support both and Nvidia addressed the issue with new 2019 release .
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Machi! I just saw one NVIDIA Shield TV | 4K in Amazon.in costing Rs.25k. Is it worth buying? As of now I use only Amazon Firetv Stick for my streaming consumption which I feel is not meeting my requirments due to the low storage and no external USB input. Was searching for a good streaming Android device and stumbled upon this nVidia Shield TV. Is buying this for 25k worth it?
Regards
Balaji (Chennai)
Get an Apple TV 4K
balajic said:
Machi! I just saw one NVIDIA Shield TV | 4K in Amazon.in costing Rs.25k. Is it worth buying? As of now I use only Amazon Firetv Stick for my streaming consumption which I feel is not meeting my requirments due to the low storage and no external USB input. Was searching for a good streaming Android device and stumbled upon this nVidia Shield TV. Is buying this for 25k worth it?
Regards
Balaji (Chennai)
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Hey Balaji! I was using a FireTV Stick 4k and as advertised by Amazon, no Dolby Atmos content was playing on it. So after analysing from almost an year, I bought the Apple TV 4k last month and it supports Dolby Atmos on almost every app that has Dolby Atmos content, like Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV, Tidal. The UI is definitely awesome. But if you want to play content that you locally have, Apple TV won't help you, you gotta play using your laptop or Desktop.
balajic said:
Machi! I just saw one NVIDIA Shield TV | 4K in Amazon.in costing Rs.25k. Is it worth buying? As of now I use only Amazon Firetv Stick for my streaming consumption which I feel is not meeting my requirments due to the low storage and no external USB input. Was searching for a good streaming Android device and stumbled upon this nVidia Shield TV. Is buying this for 25k worth it?
Regards
Balaji (Chennai)
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shandarjunaid said:
I just bought the NVIDIA SHIELD TV PRO 2019 model from Amazon.com website and got it shipped to India. No issues with the shipment at all.
There are a few things you need to do to get your Free access to GEFORCE NOW games working on your device.
Get to the customer support chat section on the NVIDIA website and share your original bill, NVIDIA login ID and they will unlock your BETA access for your device in India.
1. There are no other problems with content or anything as all the popular apps use your local login, so NETFLIX, PRIME, HOTSTAR and ZEE5 all Indian content works properly.
2. You do not need any VPN for any updates. It is all officially supported in India.
3. You can use any bluetooth controller - I use my XBOX ONE S controller. You can also use PS4 controller with it. These are official NVIDIA recommended controllers and have no issues or problems.
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Hi,
Do we need a separate power adapter to run nvidia shield pro 4k in Indian AC voltage.
Just want to clarify before ordering it on Amazon.com
Rgds and Thanks
Mandavya
mandavya said:
Hi,
Do we need a separate power adapter to run nvidia shield pro 4k in Indian AC voltage.
Just want to clarify before ordering it on Amazon.com
Rgds and Thanks
Mandavya
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no , not required, just ensure your plug supports flat pins as well
bala_gamer said:
no , not required, just ensure your plug supports flat pins as well
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Thanks bala
it should work