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R-BOX Android 5.1 RK3229 4K TV Box w/ Digital Display $34.99 US (~$46.96AU) Shipped @ Geekbuying

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Tonight we have a new Android powered TV Box on sale that makes your TV smart.

It features Rockchip's RK3229 which has very good media capabilities and can handle 4K video including 10-bit H.265 @ 60fps and 10-bit H.264 @ 30fps reasonably well. Unlike other RK3229 TV boxes this has 2GB of RAM and Android 5.1 instead of 1GB of RAM with Android 4.4. There is a display on the front that shows the time as well.

It comes in black or white and costs $34.99 US with free shipping.

Discounted TNT Express is available.

Specifications

  • Android 5.1.1
  • RK3229 Quad Core CPU @ 1.5GHz
  • Mali-400MP GPU, OpenGL ES 2.0
  • 2GB RAM
  • 8GB eMMC Storage (Supports micro SD up to 32GB)
  • 802.11 b/g/n WiFi (RTL8723), Bluetooth 4.0
  • 10/100 Ethernet
  • HDMI 1.4b with CEC
  • 3x USB 2.0, 1x SPDIF, 1x Micro SD Slot, 1x 3.5mm
  • Digital Display, IR Receiver, Mic
  • Google Play, KODI etc preloaded

Package includes: TV Box, IR Remote, HDMI Cable, Power Adapter, User Manual

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        • aibargain on 20/06/2016 - 11:54

          Great recommendation renegade - Beelink Mini MX III just arrived. Awesome. +100

    • aibargain on 08/06/2016 - 04:34

      Do you know of a similarly specced TV box eg. S905 based with an on/off button?
      Thanks for link

    • dexx on 08/06/2016 - 11:35

      Does the Beelink come preloaded with Kodi or Openelec? If so, which version?
      How well would it play x265 encoded 1080p content via Kodi?

      • regenade on 08/06/2016 - 16:39

        Comes with Kodi 15.2, but does not matter, just upgrade it to 16.1 from Play Store. It has fully working Play store. x265 1080p is fine, but not 4K x265 via Kodi.

    • decr on 08/06/2016 - 11:46

      Ok going to give this one a go, Gbit eth is what makes the deal for me. It will be interesting to see whether it's true 1Gbit or just something hooked up to a USB bus. Regardless it should be better than 100Mbit.

    • Tech45 on 08/06/2016 - 16:37

      Thanks, bought a beelink.

      If anyone needs a power adapter to go with it. These are great, bought about 10 of these so far and never had any issues with them. $1.29 shipped from HK.
      http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/261479960630

    • decr on 09/06/2016 - 11:49

      How do you get it down to that price on everbuying, it's ~60 and after applying the intro coupon code it jumps to $70+. So the 10% off is like 20% more?

    • aaronaldo on 15/06/2016 - 16:28

      How did you get $34.97 via eBay? I clicked on your link and it came up with approximately AUD$60.

      • regenade on 15/06/2016 - 16:35

        See history of item, the price has increased now :(

        • Steptoe on 26/06/2016 - 15:08

          And it was USD anyway so not too much of a hike.

  • lisum33 on 07/06/2016 - 22:16

    does it passthrough Atmos and DTS-X in Kodi?

    • regenade on 07/06/2016 - 23:19
      +1

      LOL No its a $30 box :P
      None of the RK3329 or S905 boxes will do DTS pass through

      Get the Xiaomi TV Box Enhanced 3 version to get all these goodies.

      http://www.gearbest.com/tv-box-mini-pc/pp_333724.html

      • salem on 07/06/2016 - 23:48

        I would have thought passthrough would be easy. It's literally no decoding, by definition. Sure, I wouldn't expect a $30 box to decode atmos. But surely it could just flick the signal out as-is for your amp to decode?

      • tm001 on 08/06/2016 - 00:05

        It says Chinese language only :-(
        I am after a box which can do HD downloaded movies (so preferably 1Gbps NIC) without Plex - just from windows share. And Netflix HD.
        Fast and reliable and TV-like remote. I would be happy to pay up to let's say $150, but cannot find box like that :-(

        • regenade on 08/06/2016 - 00:15
          +1

          Nvidia Shield is your answer, it can do everything that you asked for + 1000 more things. It was around US $150 few months back

        • yacman on 08/06/2016 - 01:01

          @regenade: shield is doing atmos, DTS MA and True HD via kodi now?

    • aibargain on 08/06/2016 - 04:20

      Amazon Fire TV (2nd Generation) has support for Dolby ATMOS and has an English Interface.

  • gizmomelb on 07/06/2016 - 22:57

    I'm interested, but does android still have the following issues please?

    • 5.1 DTS audio output via optical? (ie: media box is connected to my TV, but no audio sent over HDMI I want the audio to go to the optical so my AVR can decode it)

    • Dynamic Refresh Rate Switching - ie: 720p24 and 1080p24 AUTOMATIC video playback support (last I looked only 720p50 / 1080p50 and 720p60 / 1080p60 were AUTOMATICALLY supported when matching the source video playback fps).

    thank you.

    • fatty on 08/06/2016 - 19:38

      My Tronsmart MX III has optical out.

      • gizmomelb on 08/06/2016 - 20:27

        can it send DTS 5.1 audio over optical and video to HDMI under KODI please?

        • fatty on 09/06/2016 - 05:27
          +1

          Yes sure can.

  • htytony on 07/06/2016 - 23:32

    Could anyone please help me to justify the reason for me to buy this if I have a full smart 4k TV, and a Chromecast?

    • Darkscythe on 08/06/2016 - 00:03
      +1

      If you want to run Android apps on your TV i.e. Kodi, games, etc.

      OR you just want a new toy to play with.

      I think both are equally valid :p

      That said, if you're only streaming media and you're happy using your phone to control it, the Chromecast is plenty.

    • ilikeit on 08/06/2016 - 07:08
      +1

      For Kodi alone. Some apps and sites block Chromecast too. I stream sports through Kodi for example.

      • gizmomelb on 08/06/2016 - 14:17
        +1

        he already has a smart TV, he should be able to load games and KODI on that.

    • batrarobin on 08/06/2016 - 12:50

      KODI

  • fchis on 08/06/2016 - 00:07

    Could it be a mistake but RK3229 supports hdmi 2.0 stated on many websites but this R Box only supports hdmi 1.4. So weird.

  • frozenkuku on 08/06/2016 - 06:36

    does it support DTS-HD MA TrueHD 7 1 Atmos-RARBG??
    my old player doesn't support it
    it's time to upgrade

  • [Deactivated] on 08/06/2016 - 07:15

    Rockchip support sucks balls decoding wise. You are buying a dud. If you want a TV box buy an Amlogic S905 or the upcoming S905 revisions. Allwinner and Rockchip SOCs are duds. They are closed up tight and there is very little support for them in Kodi. WiFi sucks on all of these too. Look up CNX Software reviews. I would only recommend an MXQ Pro:

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/MXQ-Pro-Amlogic-S905-Android-5-1-…

    These boxes are not for Netflix either, they have no DRM and some come pre-rooted. This is a direct replacement for a WD Media player for offline media playback off a USB at best. Amlogic S805 or KitKat are obsolete too. And no they don't support 10.1 DTS Jiggly everything, you want fancy audio support buy a Shield. 2GB of RAM isn't required for media playback.

  • dogboy on 08/06/2016 - 08:38

    Anyone know if the Logitech Harmony remotes will work with this. The main issue I see with these things is no dedicated remote control. Using a phone to control it just plain sucks.

    • MarketingClear @ Geekbuying on 08/06/2016 - 09:58
      +1

      A remote is included. Logitech K400R is a good choice too.

    • batrarobin on 08/06/2016 - 12:51
      +1

      I use K400r with my android box and it's great.

    • fatty on 08/06/2016 - 19:44

      I'm happy with my Tronsmart air mouse

  • messiah1095 on 08/06/2016 - 08:51

    Wouldn't mind getting something like this to replace my old HTPC. However I have a PlayTV device plugged in my current HTPC which uses MediaPortal so I can watch FTA TV through Kodi. Not sure how I'd get that working on an Android box like this.

    • gizmomelb on 08/06/2016 - 14:18

      there are android boxes with DVB-T tuners built in.

  • KenOath on 08/06/2016 - 09:51

    It has an IR remote supplied with the box

  • grimo82 on 08/06/2016 - 11:01

    anyone know of something similar with a tv tuner??? tuner has just died on my pana plasma and I'm too in love with it to ditch it and revert to my viera LCD rubbish panel.

    • klownz on 08/06/2016 - 23:22

      Has your tuner fully died or just refusing to decode certain channels?

      I've a panasonic plasma too, and I've found some channels now state 'invalid video format' when I switch to them. Looks like GO! and a couple of the newer channels. I think they might be encoding in H.265.

      Didn't think the networks would obsolete peoples TV's through changing encoding.

  • et3rnal on 08/06/2016 - 13:40

    Great one, But anyone know an actual Android TV box but cheap one, I mean like "nvidia shield" thanks

    • salem on 08/06/2016 - 13:44
      +3

      I hear this is a cheap android TV box: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/251781

      • et3rnal on 08/06/2016 - 14:19

        This is the real android TV im talking about https://www.android.com/intl/en_au/tv/

        whats in these boxes is just a phone/tablet copy

        • salem on 08/06/2016 - 14:24

          I think the problem is there's a bunch of certification involved from Google that probably costs money, so no one is willing to build a "cheap one". You're probably best off saving up and getting the nvidia shield. From everything I've read it's the best out there, and not really that expensive.

        • et3rnal on 08/06/2016 - 14:28

          @salem: Its expensive, I'd rather buy an Xbox with a bit extra money.

        • regenade on 08/06/2016 - 16:41

          @et3rnal: Lol but its not an Android TV , Shield can do 1000s stuff which the even the PS4, PS5 or Xbox Two or three wont be able to do.

        • salem on 08/06/2016 - 20:21

          @et3rnal:

          DIY? Put Android TV on a raspberry pi 3.

          http://geektillithertz.com/wordpress/index.php/2016/06/02/an…

        • et3rnal on 08/06/2016 - 21:18

          @regenade: Really? I know its not! all I want is to have a proper smart tv so I dont need to hock my PC to TV, at the end android is a crap resources sucker, but this whats cheap out there. Xbox with windows 10 apps can do far many "TV" related things + its gaming capabilities, I see no comparison in here.

          Thanks you for the raspberry pi link its awesome, will try it out.

  • AlienC on 09/06/2016 - 00:11

    Hmm so wait another couple of years for Nvidia shield tv to reach this price? lol

  • freemoneyhunter on 09/06/2016 - 02:08

    I ordered it for my father's birthday present who watches a lot of TV, I decided on this rather than Beelink because it does not come with a remote control. I hope it works works with the Kogan tv because for his Christmas present I bought a $150 blueray player and it did not work with the tv so it is in the spare tv room now.

    • regenade on 09/06/2016 - 12:51

      The Beelink comes with a remote as well. All these TV Boxes come with an IR remote anyway.

  • CanadianBeaver on 09/06/2016 - 02:29

    how much setup is required to configure kodi into being able to stream movies and tv shows? I am kinda tempted to buy one to send back home.

  • freemoneyhunter on 09/06/2016 - 16:32

    I just visited their website, it looks a bit dodgy :) Basically says watch all movies for free.

    "Pay to watch a movie? NO WAY!" "Watch any movie from your living room without any costs. Even if the movie is still in the theater. No longer the need for DVD's or DVR's."
    http://www.rboxtv.com/

    • MarketingClear @ Geekbuying on 09/06/2016 - 16:35
      +1

      Not the same product/brand.

      Completely different product according to this and this

      It's just someone reselling generic TV boxes with apps, torrents etc already loaded.

  • frenzaltom on 13/06/2016 - 12:16

    Do these units support controllers. Eg snes usb ones?

  • Izzyhop on 16/06/2016 - 00:34

    Hi, I have received my R-Box but I can't get it set up on my Logitech Harmony remote, has anybody else tried to set up using harmony remote?

    • freemoneyhunter on 16/06/2016 - 18:18

      Wow that was quick, when was your order date and what type of shipping? I am planning on using the supplied remote when it arrives, I would like to get your opinion/review on the r-box because currently there are none out there.

      • Izzyhop on 16/06/2016 - 19:42
        +1

        Hey, I use TNT option for delivery to Sydney Metro, shipping was only 3 days after dispatch.

        First impressions are ok, the box comes complete with Kodi and the basic Addons for TV and Movies, Velocity etc. I install a custom build using Nemesis from KodiUKTV. The build is really nice and clean with so many addons but the interface is clunky and slow, only spend a few hours on it could be better once everything installs. My Raspberry Pi first gen running the latest Kodi is a smoother interface. The box is decent quality with loads of connection options with 3 USBs (2.0 only though) and Micro SD, can also add a network connection via Kodi. Comes with AU plug and HDMI cable. The remote is basic and feels cheap, hence would love to get it working with my Logitech Harmony.

        Will update once I get it all set up.

        • freemoneyhunter on 16/06/2016 - 21:56

          Thanks, pitty that the performance you mentioned with the menus is not very good, I have heard the processor could be under powered, if it can play videos well it is not really too much of a problem. I checked my tracking number and it is still pre advised :/

  • freemoneyhunter on 23/06/2016 - 16:37

    I have to say I am not impressed with Geekbuying shipping, just got an update on my shipping tracker, just now gone from "pre-advised" to "The item is at the PostNL sorting center". 16 days since ordering, it finally has been handed over to the shipping company.

    • MarketingClear @ Geekbuying on 23/06/2016 - 16:45

      Free shipping can take up to 30 business days. It's taken that long for it to reach PostNL's sorting centre where it gets forwarded to Australia.

  • DavoW on 29/06/2016 - 11:45

    @OP, do you know if this unit supports HFS+ formatted (Mac) hard drives?

    • MarketingClear @ Geekbuying on 29/06/2016 - 11:49

      Native Android won't support NTFS/HFS+ HOWEVER this app does it.

      Edit: Actually that requires root access. I'll see if this box has root.

      • DavoW on 29/06/2016 - 11:50

        So is the unit rooted to support this app, and would the unit then play mkv files from these drives?

        Thanks!

        • MarketingClear @ Geekbuying on 29/06/2016 - 11:57
          +1

          Yes the device is rooted.

          This might be a bit of a problem though due to the app.

          Note! Android changed its security policy in versions 5.0 and higher. If your device is based on these version, in order to read files, you first need to copy them from the external storage to the internal device memory or a memory card via any root-privileged file manager. After that you will be able to read the files.

        • DavoW on 29/06/2016 - 12:09

          Ok, might be easier to migrate data and reformat to ntfs.

          Thanks for the info.

  • MarketingClear @ Geekbuying on 08/07/2016 - 12:47
    +1

    Just a FYI for anyone that has purchased this box. Geekbuying are providing updated firmware for this device on their blog with the latest being released 7 days ago.

    More info on that firmware is available at Freaktab.

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