Kodi Android TV Streaming Box [Livingsocial + wetek group]

Glenbhoy

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2057446012

This thread is long, but informative.

Green&Red

Anyone else with an issue getting the cod through at checkout?
Saying invalid or used

bored_newbie

Green&Red wrote: »

Anyone else with an issue getting the cod through at checkout?
Saying invalid or used

Sounds fishy.

Invincible

Green&Red wrote: »

Anyone else with an issue getting the cod through at checkout?
Saying invalid or used

Code for where?
If its for Geekbuying, look on freaktab.com for code.

Green&Red

Living social code for Mooch

I rang them Friday and they said give it 24 hours and it would be sorted

beauf

d31b0y wrote: »

... I'd be doubtful of it having more processing power but even if it did, that's not so big a problem. As long as the device is able to play 1080p content then you are laughing....

For me, its more about the speed of the GUI and accessing content. Also the heavy lifting on a Media Portal, and pulling meta data, things like that. COntent, Playback usually is all done the GPU. The CPU wouldn't be doing that. Even on a PC/laptop you'll find somethings faster or slower depending on the specific hardware, USB controller, Ethernet controller, GPU and CPU.

Yes you can do it on a tablet. It maybe similar to many streaming boxes. But not all streaming boxes.

TheTubes

I'm about to pull the trigger on one of these android boxes.

I can't see the one that was in the original living social offer but this one was posted from aliexpress which I'm guessing is probably similar?

A guy at work just bought this one from amazon.co.uk at twice the price.

The cheaper one from aliexpress seems to have higher specs?
OCTA Core MALI 450 GPU versus QuadCore Mali400 High Performance 3D GPU (assuming 450 > 400 ?)
Amlogic S805 Quad-Core versus Amlogic A9 Dual Core Neon HD CPU (assuming quad > dual)

As far as android boxes at the lower price range (not looking for AFTV or FreeView etc...), is the aliexpress one a good option or is there better spec at this price?

Thanks!

maximoose

I have the Aliexpress one you have linked - for the price, it is brilliant.

GBX

The Q7 RK3188 is good value. Mate bought one recently and finds it great.

TheChevron

What kind of remote do you get for that price? is it air or IR?

TheTubes

maximoose wrote: »

I have the Aliexpress one you have linked - for the price, it is brilliant.

Which plug did you get? There are 4 on the page, they hardly send 4?
How long was delivery?
Am also curious about the remote?
Any need for keyboard?

Allyall

TheTubes wrote: »

I'm about to pull the trigger on one of these android boxes.

I can't see the one that was in the original living social offer but this one was posted from aliexpress which I'm guessing is probably similar?

That's not one of the original version of that box, you may have problems.
On the other hand, it's not a direct clone, and they have put their name to it.
I'd still go for the original version, as a point of reference if/when looking for support if nothing else.
That may be a copy of the other MXQ (Which is still good).
Or it may have a different motherboard, which could cause you to brick it if you try to install one of the other ROMS.

You may also find them at better prices, i was just linking to show you.

maximoose

TheTubes wrote: »

Which plug did you get? There are 4 on the page, they hardly send 4?
How long was delivery?
Am also curious about the remote?
Any need for keyboard?

UK Plug

10 days delivered using Parcel Motel NI, no customs

Remote is the one pictured - IR I think, no issues with it

Keyboard is a luxury as the remote works fine but I'm glad I have one. I got that bargain Logitech one, makes any searching/typing much easier.

marcbrophy

Allyall wrote: »

Well worth watching this - http://openelec.tv/ for €53.99

If not least, for their forums and improvements.
They were slow to start, but prove how important/valuable support is.

Only 53.99 if you buy 12 or more!!! :pac:

RossieMan

Was going to get one, but the sale is a complete joke. Wouldn't be dealing with such a ****ty company .

marcbrophy

10% off isn't so bad for 1 device, but it was set up to be a GREAT bargain
Should have realised when it said "from" 53.99 haha.

Who's the shítty company? Wetek?

RossieMan

Ah 10% is an awful black Friday sale.
They had it set up so it looked like it was 53.99 per device earlier in the week.

I had spotted that it needed to be 12 earlier. Was not impressed.

Missymoohaa

I'm looking at the ali express box. Hmm will I or won't I , I have an old mini minix here which to be honest is not great on WiFi, I'm wondering if this might do the job better.

stanley1

which one ?

Missymoohaa

stanley1 wrote: »

which one ?

This one

http://m.aliexpress.com/item/32311040550.html?productId=32311040550&productSubject=MXQ-tv-box-leelbox-android-tv-box-Kodi-Pre-installed-Amlogic-S805-Quad-Core-Android-4&tracelog=wwwdetail2mobilesitedetail

marcbrophy

RossieMan wrote: »

Ah 10% is an awful black Friday sale.
They had it set up so it looked like it was 53.99 per device earlier in the week.

I had spotted that it needed to be 12 earlier. Was not impressed.

Ah it was a bit of a screw job alright, too good to be through, as they say :mad:

Allyall

RossieMan wrote: »

Ah 10% is an awful black Friday sale.
They had it set up so it looked like it was 53.99 per device earlier in the week.

I had spotted that it needed to be 12 earlier. Was not impressed.

marcbrophy wrote: »

Ah it was a bit of a screw job alright, too good to be through, as they say :mad:

Yeah, somebody pointed it out in the other thread. That is terrible .
The support on the box is good in the forums, and you can run Enigma/OpenELEC as well as Android. But they're still not worth more than €80.
€53 + delivery would be okay for one (if delivery was less than €10).
But that price is presumably only to resellers.
Anyone that resells them needs their head checked tbh, as any buyer will skip the middle man for any friends/family.

RossieMan

We could do a group order, but I really don't know would it be worth it?

Allyall

RossieMan wrote: »

We could do a group order, but I really don't know would it be worth it?

It might. €53 each.
How much is shipping?

The community is good.

I just checked, shipping is free?

RossieMan

Shipping free makes it interesting. If be up for it. Now only to find 10 more souls who'd order.

Allyall

RossieMan wrote: »

Shipping free makes it interesting. If be up for it. Now only to find 10 more souls who'd order.

I'd probably take two.
My Mothers Birthday on Wednesday, although I fell she's hinting for a tablet..

Invincible

Allyall wrote: »

I'd probably take two.
My Mothers Birthday on Wednesday, although I fell she's hinting for a tablet..

I'd take one.
Any review of them as I don't see much spec on the site where they're for sale?
So we're talking €53.99*10 + delivery to individuals. Wonder would Fastway do it at €5 per delivery?

GY A1

ya think delivery is free.
Great bargain at €53 each.
I'd be interested in 3 or 4
Can run enigma 2 image solid now and can have kodi alongside enigma 2 also

cizolin

I'd be interested in buying a couple or so to make up the numbers. Have different one ordered but I know the family will want one once they see my one up and running.

Is it free delivery in just the uk though?

Invincible

Allyall wrote: »

Well worth watching this - http://openelec.tv/ for €53.99

If not least, for their forums and improvements.
They were slow to start, but prove how important/valuable support is.

To previous poster, it states free worldwide delivery on the site.

Ush1

I'd take 2.

GY A1

that must be 12 already lol

Sicky

I'll take one too - if someone can hold my hand/ point me where to go to set it up....

GY A1

i wonder if we bought 12, would wetek ship them to the 7 or 8 different people

Invincible

GY A1 wrote: »

i wonder if we bought 12, would wetek ship them to the 7 or 8 different people

I doubt it, say we could organise a courier, heard Fastway deliver parcels from €5 each, haven't checked it out though.

RossieMan

Parcel motel is 4.50 per stay, could be the easiest and cheapest option.

Invincible

RossieMan wrote: »

Parcel motel is 4.50 per stay, could be the easiest and cheapest option.

Thought it was €3.95, or was that just for receiving?

RossieMan

Just receiving. If you send it to another member the smallest package size is 4.50.

GY A1

Invincible wrote: »

I doubt it, say we could organise a courier, heard Fastway deliver parcels from €5 each, haven't checked it out though.

i emailed them to ask, so waiting on reply

Invincible

RossieMan wrote: »

Just receiving. If you send it to another member the smallest package size is 4.50.

No connection, but I'll ring Fastway tomorrow, see what they could do price wise.

I take it these work through Wi-Fi ??
Not much details on site.

RossieMan

I'm on a tablet so not the most user friendly way, but perhaps someone with a laptop could quickly create a Google doc that people could edit their username and amount they want? Would make it a lot easier to keep track of numbers.

GY A1

yup can connect thru etherner
or has its own built in wifi,
using one here and wifi works perfect for enigma2 and kodi , no bother

bought mine off wetek web for 100 odd euro,
got a discount at the time of launch

Invincible

GY A1 wrote: »

yup can connect thru etherner
or has its own built in wifi,
using one here and wifi works perfect for enigma2 and kodi , no bother

bought mine off wetek web for 100 odd euro,
got a discount at the time of launch

Just watching am unboxing review on YouTube now.
@Rossieman, laptop not working, so can't do google doc either

Allyall

Invincible wrote: »

No connection, but I'll ring Fastway tomorrow, see what they could do price wise.

I take it these work through Wi-Fi ??
Not much details on site.

Yeah, they work on wifi and ethernet.
A few videos here, and a load more useful ones once you start browsing.
https://www.youtube.com/user/WeTekElectronics

What about two or three collection points? post offices?

I'm easy any way that's decided, I was just throwing something out there.

I've posted in the other thread in case anybody else is interested before the order goes in.
It's a minimum of 12, right? So it could be 933, it wouldn't make a difference.
Who can make the order? Any idea how? Paypal/Skrill - Boards/Adverts?

cizolin

On an iPad myself

brainiac

I might get in on this with you guys tomorrow and buy 1 or 2 of them.

Is there any particular advantage to getting this one over something like this if you aren't going to be hooking it up to an aerial / satellite?:

http://www.adverts.ie/media-players/mxq-android-box-kodi-xbmc-fully-loaded-smart-tv-amlogic-s805-quad-core-media-streamer/8854282

Invincible

Allyall wrote: »

Yeah, they work on wifi and ethernet.
A few videos here, and a load more useful ones once you start browsing.
https://www.youtube.com/user/WeTekElectronics

What about two or three collection points? post offices?

I'm easy any way that's decided, I was just throwing something out there.

Don't know how the collection points would work, with us all spread throughout the country?

So we have a choice of 3 tuner options, terrestrial, satellite or cable, is that it?

GY A1

how 933

is it not 12x53.99



It's a minimum of 12, right? So it could be 933, it wouldn't make a difference.
Who can make the order? Any idea how? Paypal/Skrill - Boards/Adverts?[/QUOTE]

Allyall

brainiac wrote: »

I might get in on this with you guys tomorrow and buy 1 or 2 of them.

Is there any particular advantage to getting this one over something like this if you aren't going to be hooking it up to an aerial / satellite?:

http://www.adverts.ie/media-players/mxq-android-box-kodi-xbmc-fully-loaded-smart-tv-amlogic-s805-quad-core-media-streamer/8854282

The MXq you linked to can dual boot OpenELEC too, but for €5 cheaper and large community and constant updates, the Wetek would definitely be more bang for rbuck.

Invincible wrote: »

Don't know how the collection points would work, with us all spread throughout the country?

So we have a choice of 3 tuner options, terrestrial, satellite or cable, is that it?

Yeah, I wasn't thinking straight..
I'm out of ideas. Santa?

Yep, 3 options.
I don't know what tuner I'd get for the 2nd one.

GY A1

satellite tuner for me and if needed and add a terestial usb tuner