X96 Mini TV Box Amlogic S905W + Android 7.1.2 + Quad-core Cortex-A53 + 4K VP9 H.265

[trebor]

Reset behind the AV port
Works well for a small package as is
Maybe not for you then

[ConteZero]

Wifi module is that SV6051 ?
It lacks reset button ?

That UART looks like a pain to access/use.

[trebor]

Bit of a surprise and for what it is and has working for it, it's ok
Gets a little sluggish when trying to do to much at once,
But as a 720 cheap streaming device it may just may on and have a place.

Easy connect to Internet/Google and set up all good.
WiFi and Ethernet working ok here.
No Upper Notification or Lower task bar, Also No Root.
Again Temperatures ok on this unit

So let's have a quick look around UI/launcher and some testing/benchmarks




In Apps, Droid settings takes you to More settings.


DRM Info

Antutu


Vellamo

Ram and Storage Truth


CPU-Z




HTML5

A1SD Slow on the write fast on the read


So just a quick look more tinker this side to be done.
Remote works well as is I find good pick up by the Small Unit
But if you do mount it behind the TV remote extender will be handy


Thanks to Gearbest

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Because I am a sucker for a good intro when media players startup short little quick look around,
I dedicate the Music track to those who may feel a little bound up.

I am surprised so far how quick and clean the boot up is and moving around more to come

But a video to start you off.

[trebor]

Another Amlogic 905W to look at today the X96 Mini TV Box Amlogic S905W + Android 7.1.2 + Quad-core Cortex-A53 + 4K VP9 H.265

This will be the 1/8gb unit testing today, normally not a fan of 1GB units due to sluggish performance, but today throwing caution to the wind, why not.
A couple extra little great ideas that I feel could be standard on media players of this calibre.

Let's start with a bit of a look see at the Package and what we have.

The Box


What's in the box, and a few extra bits

Extension for remote, good idea

A vesa mount of sorts, well more like Velcro, good and easy Idea for most Media Players or double sided tape.


Ports Rear

Ports Side

Pop of the base, WiFi Antenna Built In PCB. Bottom Right

Base and Top,

Underside of PCB

Top side of PCB

Closer look at the main bits


Get this Tiny box fired up and see what it can or cant do.
More to come.

[trebor]

Main Features:
● Optional: 2GB RAM + 16 ROM / 1GB RAM + 8GB ROM
● It runs on the Android 7.1.2, which is stable to use. You can connect to a world of content and entertainment at home with the box
● 4K VP9 can help you save 50 percent bandwidth resource, and deliver razor-sharp detail and vibrant images
● A high performance of Quad-core Cortex-A53 CPU can play a wide range of games
● 2.4G offer a more stable signal for you to enjoy higher quality video experience
● HDMI 2.0 is a faster way to send video and audio output to your TV
● Remote control is powered by 2 x AA battery ( not included )

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