android

  1. ChrisM

    Recovery Menu Entries Explained

    The Recovery menu is an important area of your DroidBOX device. You can clear the cache, factory reset and apply firmware updates from here. If you have looked at the Recovery menu before, but were apprehensive about what each entry did, and what was safe to click on, please read...
  2. ChrisM

    iMXQpro v2, T8 Mini & T8-S Plus v2 OTA July 2017

    DroidBOX announce OTA firmware updates for the iMXQpro v2, T8 Mini and T8-S Plus v2 models. In Android, this update brings Kodi 17.3 and DBMC 16.7-00, whilst LibreELEC is updated to 8.0.2.001 meaning Kodi 17.3 can now also be found there! Read more about this update, and how to apply it, at...
  3. ChrisM

    DroidBOX R1 NAS Unboxing and Demonstration Video

    Watch our R1 NAS unboxing and demo. The DroidBOX R1 NAS is an Android box and NAS server. It features an internal hard drive bay for 3.5" hard drives and a HD-PVR for recording via the HDMI Input. You can use this to record games consoles, PC, or even another DroidBOX device! It has Android 6...
  4. ChrisM

    DroidBOX Go v3 Updated Model Demo & Unboxing

    The DroidBOX Go v3 features our own firmware with the latest versions of DBMC, Kodi, DroidBOX Market and now with a choice of launchers. The new DroidBOX Go v3 mini projector has been unboxed and given a chance to demonstrate its abilities at https://goo.gl/Y78FEr . With automatic and manual...
  5. ChrisM

    For Father's Day, you can win a DroidBOX Go v3 projector (open to all, not just fathers!)

    Simply visit https://goo.gl/d9SkJ0 , follow the steps outlined to increase your chances of winning (with more entries) by sharing with your friends more. The upgraded DroidBOX® Go v3 projector (one of our newest devices) brings your screen anywhere you go! With an Amlogic S905 processor...
  6. ChrisM

    This Father's Day Get 15% Off Great Products!

    DroidBOX has launched a promotion for Father's Day, with 15% off some great devices! With our DroidBOX GPD Win pocketable Windows 10 mini PC, the Go v3 mini projector, our T8-S Plus v2 and Gamer's Edition bundle featuring the same T8-S Plus v2, you can obtain a 15% cut on top of the already...
  7. K

    No sound in Android

    Hi, I have a sound issue when using the T8S Plus v2. As it's booting up and the DroidBox logo appears I get sound from that just fine. The same for when I use DroidBox Switch on use OpenElec. However within Android I get nothing. I've tried using an audio cable in the red and white slots...
  8. ChrisM

    Kodi 17 Subtitles Security Update

    Do you use subtitles when you watch online media with your Android device from DroidBOX? Several applications (including Kodi) were found to have a hole in their security. Malformed subtitle files could grant hackers access. If you never see subtitles, you do not need to make any changes...
  9. ChrisM

    DroidBOX® Main Models Comparison Spring 2017

    Which ever type of device you're looking for, DroidBOX's Spring 2017 Pick Of The Best post should help - https://goo.gl/Gdw2cH Covering everything from handheld consoles to multi-functional set top boxes with video recording & home servers, and other types of devices, you can make sure your...
  10. ChrisM

    Free UK Delivery! (For a limited time)

    Alongside the 10% price reductions we mentioned last week, there is now FREE UK delivery available! See https://DroidBOX.co.uk to save even more money than usual with DroidBOX! All you need to do is visit the site and click on the link at the top, from there you can share the news via social...
  11. ChrisM

    Ten percent off all our prices!

    We have recently reduced our already low prices by a further 10%. No discount code is required, all items at https://DroidBOX.co.uk/choose-your-droidbox.html are already waiting for you with a discounted price!
  12. ChrisM

    Gamepad Compatible Games #1

    Do you have an Android device and a gamepad? We have shortlisted some of the best games available, over at https://goo.gl/suFuE2 If you don't yet have a gamepad, check out the DroidBOX Play Gamepad Pro - https://goo.gl/h8wqoG (this is the controller we used for testing).
  13. ChrisM

    Support Surround Sound?

    Do you have surround sound videos and a surround sound system connected to your DroidBOX? We go through the settings to ensure you can enjoy fully immersive sound with your DroidBOX® device at https://goo.gl/bLg4SD
  14. ChrisM

    Kodi 17 on Older Android Devices

    (for those that missed the news here on this forum, credit given in blog post to forum members who posted first) If you have an older Android device running KitKat (4.4) then you may have noticed that the official Kodi app requires Android 5 or higher, if you want to install Krypton (Kodi...
  15. ChrisM

    X7, Q7 or other older Android Device with no VPN Connection?

    If you would like to learn of a possible fix for devices that won't make a VPN connection, check https://goo.gl/ZuQRq1 Yes, one of those images does give the game away...
  16. ChrisM

    DroidBOX Market Games Update

    If you haven't checked recently, we have added dozens of new games to our DroidBOX Market application store. To learn more, head to https://goo.gl/wGm0Vu Whether you're looking for a way to pass a few minutes, or itch to conquer far-off kingdoms our hand picked selection (compatible with our...
  17. Dave C

    Save 15% using DBXMD15 discount code this Mother's Day at DroidBOX®

    Simply enter the code DBXMD15 on the Checkout page when ordering and enjoy a 15% discount to celebrate Mother's Day. Visit us at https://goo.gl/yMStSn to find out which from our range of models suits your needs and pocket well.
  18. ChrisM

    Worried About A Letter From Your ISP?

    If you are concerned about your security online, or just think your ISP should keep their nose out of your browsing habits, https://goo.gl/r3DovB covers why you may want to consider using a VPN service. IPVanish is one option that we at DroidBOX heartily recommend - https://goo.gl/CoVHjZ -...
  19. ChrisM

    Checking Your Drive’s Partition(s) In Android!

    A simple enough Android app that can report on the exact partitions to be found in your hard drive: https://goo.gl/v5DQ8K Whether you want to check if your partition is as large as your drive, or perhaps to quickly check whether it is formatted with a FAT, NTFS or EXT4 partition, this post...
  20. ChrisM

    Find out how to improve or fix your gadgets with the DroidBOX How-To website!

    If you are not sure how to alter a setting, attach some new hardware or perhaps fix an issue, https://goo.gl/COlZrj gives you the low down on what you can expect to find.