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Review on GOOGLE Chromecast TV Box with TV by Adam Borken-Hagen ᠌

Revainrating 5 out of 5

One of the best deals, glad I bought this.

I will add to the above - the device turned out to be in the size and style of Chromecast of previous generations + much wider in functionality (with goodies, such as HDR and dolby support) - consider it a full-fledged STB from the creator of Google TV - which means you can safely expect frequent ates / feature drops (for example, support for the same Stadia). For a couple of days of use, no problems were identified - compared to the second-generation chromecast, everything is more stable and faster - well, the interface and the presence of a remote control make the user experience much more pleasant. Despite the fact that the minimum HDMI 2.0 is specified in the system requirements, the set-top box also works with oldies with 1.2 / 1.3 (tested on Samsung). For those who are used to taking everything from hardware - in addition to a fairly simple apk sideload (makes it possible to install alternative appstores (Aptoid TV) / media players (KODI, etc.)), I think that they should appear soon (if they haven’t already, I didn’t look for ) alternative firmware, tk. The set-top box uses a fairly popular SoC from Amlogic, for which kitchens are available for collecting firmware. In short, no matter which side you look at the device, it turned out well. I recommend - perhaps this is the first time that it makes sense to switch from an old generation Chromecast to a new one without thinking.

Pros
  • The usual Chromecast form factor and size + shell / UI Google TV with the ability to install compatible applications (not all Android applications will work, even through sideload apk) + remote control, everything works without glitches.
Cons
  • So far, no minuses have been identified in the device itself, except that it’s hard to order in the states (Google store, where there is a stock, always cancels most orders from non-US cards, and accessibility is a problem on other marketplaces), and 2022 hucksters are fierce (~ 8K RUR against 50 USD - it's kind of overkill)

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May 30, 2023
I use both devices, I'm happy with both
May 30, 2023
Has pros: Design, functionality, manageability, ease of setup Different cons: The Euro plug is missing. I had to buy an adapter.
May 29, 2023
Can easily replace cable TV + a bunch of goodies.
May 29, 2023
I use both devices, I'm happy with both
May 29, 2023
Got pros: Nimble, comfortable. I am satisfied with the purchase. Has some cons: The body is heating. Mark remote.