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Xiaomi Mi Box 3 (Int'l) Android TV, Amlogic S905X, 2GB/8GB, 4K $59 US (~$78.91 AU) Shipped @ GeekBuying

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Really low price on the very popular Xiaomi Mi Box 3 media player!

This Android TV media player supports a wide variety of apps including Youtube and Netflix at 4K. It also supports a wide range of video including VP9 Profile-2, H.265, H.264, HDR10 and HLG HDR. The audio includes support for DTS 2.0+ Digital Out, Dolby Digital Plus and up to 7.1 pass through. Google Cast is integrated allowing you to stream video and music from your phone, tablet or laptop. Save time by using voice control on the remote to search more quickly.

Furthermore as of this week Xiaomi have started to roll out Android 8.0 Oreo.

Please note: Free shipping is included with all orders and AU$ based on current Mastercard rate at time of posting.

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  • matt4711 on 03/05/2018 - 23:35

    How does this compare to the Amazon Fire TV for running things Kodi/Plex etc?

    • jasswolf on 04/05/2018 - 00:33
      +1

      Same internals as their latest version, and Kodi and Plex both develop for Android TV.

      • pondong on 06/05/2018 - 08:22

        I dont quite understand how this works.

        So you plug this into your tv and still have to have a thing like Kodi?

        New to this and dont quite understand it.

        • xoom on 06/05/2018 - 08:50

          You plug this into your tv. It displays output through your tv.

          The difference with standard android that you get in your phone and tablet is this runs android tv.

          That is the google play store only has apps designed for android tv. Could be a good thing or bad thing depends how you like to look at it.

          This box is good because the interface is built with big screen tv in mind. Navigation is simplified. Also has drm to play 4k netflix.

          Also the remote you can use google assistant but if you side loaded apps the remote could be limited in function. Better buy a mini rf keyboard/mouse too with this box if you intend to use non android tv apps.

    • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 07:13

      There is a comparison of mi box VS firetv
      Depends if you Amazon or Google

  • Mahogany Granger on 03/05/2018 - 23:48
    -6

    Just cast it from your phone

    • AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 03/05/2018 - 23:50

      This does so much more than your phone though as it's running Android TV and offers a standalone experience. A Chromecast Ultra offers far less features for a higher price.

    • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 07:16

      I prefer mi box over the chrome cast ultra. The chrome cast is limited cant do 9 catchup without casting Web page which is annoying

      • dazweeja on 04/05/2018 - 09:47

        What is the issue? 9 Now app has Chromecast functionality.

  • nosrad on 03/05/2018 - 23:54
    +1

    I think a new version might be coming out soon (based on their Chinese product line).

    • DoesntEvenMatter on 03/05/2018 - 23:59
      +3

      Very unlikely to release anew international version this year. This is completely different to the Chinese version with different licensing

    • jasswolf on 04/05/2018 - 00:14

      The only thing that's happening is a revised remote so that it has Google Assistant branding and a recent app menu button. The internals will go unchanged.

      Going forward I don't think they'll update until there's a need for more HDR standards, and things like 8k and HFR.

    • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 07:16

      Chinese only

  • tekken on 04/05/2018 - 00:00

    Can anyone comment on its real-life performance with streaming 4K movies, since it does not have a wired connection?

    • jasswolf on 04/05/2018 - 00:32
      +1

      Supports 5 GHz 802.11ac, so you should be able to get 200 Mbit without breaking a sweat if your network is setup properly.

    • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 07:18

      Wireless Ac can handle 4k via Netflix and kodi no issues so far

      That is 4k hevc and 4k x264 and dts HD ma 7.1 and atmos 7.1 formats

      If you having issues more likely your network or file server is the bottleneck

    • stumbows on 04/05/2018 - 09:00
      +1

      4K Netflix and Youtube are significantly lower bandwidth than true 4K. You're looking around 10mps for YouTube and 15mbs for Netflix to get the 4K experience. Can confirm I have streamed both to this device flawlessly without any issues.

    • ode1online on 04/05/2018 - 11:54
      +1

      U can add a USB to ETHERNET adapter, the android software detected the one I purchased.
      I bought a UGREEN version from EBay , it was 1GB connection and had 3 USB 3 ports.

      https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/UGREEN-USB-Gigabit-LAN-Ethernet-…

      I play 4k files of a media sever no problems. Huge files

      I don't remember if I tried Wi-Fi sorry.

      • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 16:44
        +1

        Will run at 200mb as that is usb2.0 limitation

    • [Deactivated] on 07/05/2018 - 17:56

      It works really well. I can stream 4k Youtube, Google play movies etc, flawlessly on 50Mbs NBN. Haven't tried netflix though.

      Edit: Even looking at Youtubes playback stats its playing back at 2160p with ease

  • DoesntEvenMatter on 04/05/2018 - 00:01
    +9

    The beta testers confirm that Oreo has auto frame rate switching which is the best news regarding the release

  • batrarobin on 04/05/2018 - 00:25
    +5

    Furthermore as of this week Xiaomi have started to roll out Android 8.0 Oreo.

    Thanks Clear, that is an awesome news!!

    • AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 04/05/2018 - 08:03
      +4

      Yup I'm eagerly waiting for it to come to mine now.

  • ausbob71 on 04/05/2018 - 04:16

    Finally bought one thanks clear.

  • Soapdroid on 04/05/2018 - 06:34

    Anyone else having trouble getting the cart to load? I'm getting a connection time out error.

    • Soapdroid on 04/05/2018 - 06:36

      It worked from the computer

    • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 07:34

      Doesn't work via the mobile Web page

    • ausbob71 on 04/05/2018 - 08:04

      After constantly get connection timeouts on the mobile site I switched to the full webpage view and worked fine.

  • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 07:21
    -1

    Nearly 2 for the price of 1 Vodafone tv

    • OZB Al on 04/05/2018 - 08:41
      +1

      I've got a MiBox and a Vodafone TV. I like the MiBox but the VTV blows it out of the water.

      • lawrst on 04/05/2018 - 09:06
        +2

        Can you expand on this please? Looking to get a streaming device for my parents, this, Telstra TV or the Vodafone TV seem the best options.

        • mooney on 04/05/2018 - 09:12
          +1

          Seconded… whats the main benefits of Vodafone TV vs Mi Box??

        • kirt on 04/05/2018 - 10:39
          +3

          @mooney:

          • Ethernet
          • TV tuner
          • Better remote (dedicated app buttons / tactile buttons / more buttons in general)
          • 2 year Australian warranty
          • Local pickup or free express delivery
          • Android TV 7.1.1 (although there is a rumour that the MI Box is getting Oreo)
        • MementoMori on 04/05/2018 - 11:36

          @kirt: Hi Kirt! I'm assuming we can install Kodi + Plug Ins etc on the VTV just as easy as any other box? (it's not locked down in any way)?

        • kirt on 04/05/2018 - 12:02
          +1

          @domcc1:

          Correct.

        • OZB Al on 04/05/2018 - 16:27

          Also Australian power supply.

        • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 20:49

          @kirt: Ethernet is only 10/100mb if you use a usb2.0 Gigabit Ethernet adaptor you will get up to 200mb

        • kirt on 04/05/2018 - 21:09

          @asa79:

          Yeah I use the Ugreen adapter with my Mi Box - works great.

          I did some testing the other day on my Voda box, and it happily streamed a 4K 2160p BluRay REMUX (42.3 GB in size with a bitrate of 44.1 Mbps) over Ethernet, so was happy with that.

          BTW - I couldn't find info relating to the Voda box Ethernet speed, but plan on connecting to it (ADB) to check over the weekend - do you have a link / info about it's speed?

        • Qbagger on 04/05/2018 - 21:41

          @kirt:
          Would the Xiaomi box run a remux file like you mention direct from a USB stick without dropping frames?

          My inbuilt media player on my Panasonic 4k tv can't handle the high bit-rate 4k mkv files I'm trying to throw at it.

        • kirt on 04/05/2018 - 21:49

          @Qbagger:

          Shouldn't be a problem - will test with that same file later tonight on the Mi Box via USB and let you know ;)

        • Qbagger on 04/05/2018 - 23:24

          @kirt: cheers!

        • kirt on 05/05/2018 - 01:26

          @Qbagger:

          Tested the 4K 2160p BluRay REMUX mentioned above via USB on the Mi Box, and it worked perfectly ;)

        • asa79 on 05/05/2018 - 11:07

          There is no benefit of spending $40 more if you dont need to.
          - 10/100 ethernet will be too slow for 4k movies from local sources,
          - TV tuner is same functionality as you would have in your normal tv without all the hassles that are associated with the chipset in these units.
          - If you want more remote features you can use your TV remote with HDMI CEC control for play, pause, fast forward etc

          Australian warranty would be only benefit but if you can say that is worth $40?

        • Qbagger on 09/05/2018 - 23:03
          +1

          @kirt:
          Thanks a lot, great to hear. Have ordered one now.

        • b-radicool on 13/06/2018 - 21:39

          @kirt: It sounds great aside from the lack of optical audio :/

  • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 07:27
    +1

    https://www.geekbuying.com/item/XIAOMI-External-USB-2-0-Wire… for those that want network $8.99 USD

    • mouski on 04/05/2018 - 08:36

      Surface Pro ethernet adapter works too (if you have one)
      Amazon Basics USB>ETH has throughput issues so avoid

  • djsa on 04/05/2018 - 09:14

    I bought one from a Light In The Box deal. Highly recommend. Just need to know what it can and can't do and work within those parameters. For example the nba app is garbage on it so for that I chromecast from phone with no issues.

    Does anyone know of a cheap games controller they'd recommend? Alternatively I have a few xbox 360 controllers if that is an option?

  • Grok on 04/05/2018 - 09:15

    What is the differnce between the 2 and the 3 models?

    • AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 04/05/2018 - 09:20
      +1

      All other versions are in Chinese and do not run Android TV. The Xiaomi Mi Box 3 was released for the global market.

  • folken on 04/05/2018 - 09:46

    Any chance for a comobo deal with the box 3 and the ethernet adapter? :)

    • AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 04/05/2018 - 09:53

      I could possibly get a discount on the adapter, but they're both located in different warehouses and would be shipped separately.

      • folken on 04/05/2018 - 09:55

        Will the adapter be eligible for free shipping too?

        • AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 04/05/2018 - 09:56

          Yep. Pretty much everything except really large products have free shipping.

        • folken on 04/05/2018 - 09:57

          @Clear: Cool. In regards to payment do you charge in USD?

        • AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 04/05/2018 - 09:59

          @folken2k: Yes. Do you have a card like 28 Degrees or Citibank with no currency conversion fees? If you do it's possible to set it up to use it's own conversion rate in Paypal. Otherwise you'll pay a little bit more due to Paypal's inflated rate.

        • folken on 04/05/2018 - 10:02

          @Clear: I cancelled my 28D a while back. Will have to use PP

      • venomx2 on 04/05/2018 - 21:38

        that would be cool

  • kevlam3 on 04/05/2018 - 09:55
    +1

    Anyone knows if you can install the Foxtel app from the play store?
    Not the Foxtel Now app, as I sorta have a Foxtel subscription but want to see if I can watch Foxtel on another TV without getting another IQ shitbox.

  • ndenham on 04/05/2018 - 09:58
    +1

    Just FYI there is heavily rumored to be a Google Branded Android TV "box" (in a Chromecast size form factor) being announced very soon. Not to say this isn't a good deal but I personally am waiting to see if that's the case as the software support will be much better.

    https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2018/04/google-io-2018-previ…

    • bargaino on 04/05/2018 - 10:16
      +1

      There is already a Vodafone one that looks good. $120, but a bit better. And local warranty etc.

      https://www.vodafone.com.au/vodafone-tv

      • ndenham on 04/05/2018 - 10:57

        Yeah looks good, I still prefer to get the Google branded one if possible. Google's generally pretty good at getting speedy software releases for their devices.

        • bargaino on 04/05/2018 - 11:00

          Its just a media player. Updates are unlikely to add major useful features in future.

        • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 20:48

          @manic: So what is the point in paying $40 more for android 7?

      • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 20:47

        Google one will get updates alot quicker then any other brand

  • DingoBilly on 04/05/2018 - 10:34
    +1

    Been looking for something along the lines of Amazon Fire TV 4K so bit the bullet on this.

    Thanks for deal OP.

  • Manny Calavera on 04/05/2018 - 10:36
    +1

    I have the inlaws coming soon, do these work like the ones in China where you can get to watch a bunch of Chinese television without fuss?

    • [Deactivated] on 07/05/2018 - 17:59

      It runs Android TV, so if you know a way of streaming Chinese Tv on Android it will definitely work

  • bert-lifts on 04/05/2018 - 10:46

    I was going to say there's really not much point buying a mi box now with the vodafone tv out here. But if the 8.0 update truly does rollout soon (as being rumored), then it probably is worth it.

    • OZB Al on 04/05/2018 - 16:30

      You'll need to get both to compare them properly :)

    • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 20:38

      What does the android 7 have over 6 that will make it worth $40?

  • misterchan on 04/05/2018 - 11:59

    What's the difference between this Xiaomi box and the other dozens of cheaper boxes? It's a really confusing marketplace for Android TV boxes!

    https://www.geekbuying.com/category/Android-TV-Boxes-1547/2-…

    • AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 04/05/2018 - 12:03
      +2

      The difference is the Xiaomi is running Android TV OS and most of the others are running Android for phones and tablets. Android TV OS boxes normally have DRM which allows Netflix HD/4K and Youtube 4K while the Android phone/tablet versions do not.

      • bargaino on 04/05/2018 - 12:07
        +1

        the Android phone/tablet versions do not.

        And they usually only get 480P, with a bad interface.

  • aragornelessar on 04/05/2018 - 12:53

    Would this be overkill for simple Youtube onto an older TV for the oldies?

    • bert-lifts on 04/05/2018 - 14:25
      +2

      Yes but it's good for oldies since android tv is very simple to use.

    • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 20:37
      +1

      Nope as its android TV, cheaper ones wouldnt be android tv

  • Tex Texan on 04/05/2018 - 15:31
    +1

    So is the Vodafone TV box worth the extra $40 over this Mi Box?

    I'm fine not having local warranty, it's more the features and quality that I'm considering.

    • asa79 on 04/05/2018 - 20:33
      +1

      depends if you want remote with more buttons (Tho if your tv supports CEC you can use your TV remote for some of those extra features like play/pause etc) or tv tuner (non recording) or ethernet isnt really a benefit as its still only 100mb

  • bensonjacob on 04/05/2018 - 21:31

    Can you install app from outside play store? Thanks

    • xoom on 04/05/2018 - 23:29
      +1

      Yes you can but you have to side load it. Download the apk and install this apk.

    • asa79 on 05/05/2018 - 11:03
      +1

      Yes but you will need a bluetooth keyboard or mouse to control them, as they not designed for TV remotes

      • dclee12 on 05/05/2018 - 12:35
        +1

        Can use mouse toogle app with Mi remote as well.

  • TechNerd on 05/05/2018 - 10:20

    Hi Clear,
    I know this is completely off topic…but are there any deals for the Tronsmart Braided USB-A to USB-C 3 Pack from Geek Buying. Missed it last time when it was $4.99 US.

  • asa79 on 05/05/2018 - 11:30

    If you have android Phone you can also use this as a remote control https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.duokan.pho…

  • ipiok on 05/05/2018 - 12:36

    does anyone else have random wireless issues with their mii box?

    • asa79 on 05/05/2018 - 13:01

      Might be your Wireless ap having issues. I havent had any issue since upgrading to a Unifi AC AP

  • AppleLime on 05/05/2018 - 18:48

    i need advice. With this, do I still have to pay for Netflix subscription? Thanks.

    • AssociatedClear @ Geekbuying on 05/05/2018 - 18:49

      Yes.

  • ykwon10 on 05/05/2018 - 22:33

    OP any discount on other android boxes ie: h96 pro plus?

  • lonepine on 06/05/2018 - 08:16

    Got one. Looks pretty good, especially with Android TV OS, and not phone OS.
    Should definitely smarten up my dumb TV.
    And I've been underwhelmed by my Chromecast.

  • Duff5000 on 06/05/2018 - 19:49

    What is the benefit of this over using an Xbox 1? (assuming you already have one)

    • [Deactivated] on 07/05/2018 - 18:01

      if your into Kodi and terrarium TV. Xbox is only good if you want the legal way of streaming. E.g Netflix, Microsoft store, Spotify

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