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[Near New] Vodafone TV 4K - $53.34 Express Delivered @ Original_accessories_au eBay

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The product is in a 'Near New' condition and very similar to a new item with only very minimal hair line marks on the body of the item.

Seems to be a popular one around here.

Does FTA via aerial, has solid remote and an ethernet port.

I'm up to 2 now and really considering a third.

Only problem is no direct access to apps for Prime Video, Kayo or Foxtel, but I believe you can access these via Kodi Add Ons.

Additional 3% off currently with eBay code but normal price of $54.99 is also pretty good.

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  • rlexyd on 18/11/2019 - 13:24

    Will this play movies off a USB?
    Cheers.

    • letmesingh on 18/11/2019 - 13:28
      +1

      yea it is

    • ESEMCE on 18/11/2019 - 13:28
      +3

      Need to install an app off the Play Store like VLC or MX Player for better codec support than is inbuilt.

    • CountZero on 18/11/2019 - 13:29
      +2

      Yes. One USB 2.0 slot.

      • rlexyd on 18/11/2019 - 13:54

        Thank you all for the help đź‘Ť
        Just wanted to check as I have a Telstra TV and that doesn’t pick up my USB 3 Sandisk flash drive.

        • hollykryten on 18/11/2019 - 17:48
          +2

          Probably because it needs to be formatted to NTFS. It's probably formatted to some filesystem which the Telstra TV being a Roku device does not recognise. I think not all devices would recognise such filesystems for example such as exFAT since that's a proprietary Microsoft filesystem and it probably doesn't recognise FAT32 either. I bet the default filesystem on Sandisk USB 3 flash drives is FAT32.

          So make sure that all your drives are formatted to NTFS for compatibility.

  • Euthyphro on 18/11/2019 - 13:31

    Does it play the H265 video format?

    • adamshere on 18/11/2019 - 13:31
      +3

      Yup plays everything. This box is amazing!

      • ssquid on 18/11/2019 - 13:49

        Only problem is it won't pass through compressed audio.

        • billy_bob on 18/11/2019 - 14:05
          +1

          @ ssquid: I had issues with audio pass-through using VLC but then I started using Kodi for video playback and it has audio pass through options, no audio issues since.

          • ssquid on 18/11/2019 - 18:48

            @billy_bob: Nah, it's well known that kodi has issues passing through nearly all compressed audio types with this box. There are some old special (unsupported) builds that work, but current ones do not and the kodi devs refuse to use the same methods that the old builds use.

  • i7-2600k on 18/11/2019 - 13:33
    +10

    It's 72 courier delivered with two year warranty from voda

    • scuderiarmani on 18/11/2019 - 14:17
      +4

      This. Silly to go second hand.

    • GaelicAU on 18/11/2019 - 14:36
      +2

      Link for those interested
      https://www.vodafone.com.au/vodafone-tv

    • Jackson on 18/11/2019 - 15:15

      20 bucks is 20 bucks, even when it's only 19.66.

      On a side note they sound like they don't want to take returns but have been told they have to as the ACL wording is in the ad. Having said that my guess is these boxes at unlikely to have many issues, maybe people who have bought them can comment?

      • MuddyClear on 18/11/2019 - 16:13
        +1

        I rather pay the extra $20 to not have the headache of resorting to ACL for replacement/fix.

      • StopSpending on 18/11/2019 - 21:31
        +1

        There's an issue with their HDMI handshake. When on standby or left on, and the display is off. The next time you turn the display on, there's a good chance it won't display via HDMI.

        You need to physically unplug the power plug to the Vodafone tv and plug it back in.

        • shiznit on 18/11/2019 - 21:49

          I have the same issue. Do you know if it affects all units? Would there be any point getting it replaced?

          • StopSpending on 19/11/2019 - 15:24

            @shiznit: Sorry, no idea if there's a fix. I've hardly used it, and just unplug and plug back in.

    • YellowKnight on 18/11/2019 - 16:15

      Is it the same price in store?

      • tomsco on 18/11/2019 - 16:42

        Yes it is, but may not have as much luck from franchised stores (stock levels).

  • edrift on 18/11/2019 - 13:36
    +3

    You can sideload the Amazon Prime Video app but you do require a fast internet connection for it to stream smoothly. It wouldn't work well for my 4G mobile broadband connection but is ok on 50/20 NBN

  • adamshere on 18/11/2019 - 13:38
    +7

    If anyone is looking for a good Android box this is great!

    Tons of information on the whirlpool forum. https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/thread/3kwv7jj3

    I have had it for nearly a year now and it hasn't let me down.

    Chromecast feature works perfectly.

    It plays 4k and HDR and Plex runs great

    Easy to Instal Kodi and any other programs you would usually use for streaming services. I can't recommend this enough.

    • Hargain Bunter on 18/11/2019 - 13:49

      Hey mate, do you know if acts as a full Chromecast and you can add it to speaker groups with other Google/Nest Home devices?

      • clgt on 18/11/2019 - 13:51

        It cannot mate

        • Hargain Bunter on 18/11/2019 - 13:52

          Ah dang, thanks!

        • Gehirn on 18/11/2019 - 14:06

          I can cast to it from my pc and phone. and it appears in my google home devices.

      • batrarobin on 18/11/2019 - 14:07

        Pretty sure it works as a full Chromecast. Yes you can add it to Google Home. See the snapshot here: https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/71705/69666/photostudi…

        Ignore the tick and cross markups on the snapshot as it's a old snapshot that I marked up for for something else.

        • Hargain Bunter on 18/11/2019 - 14:11

          Can you add it to a speaker group with your living room speaker to play the same audio through both at the same time?

          • batrarobin on 18/11/2019 - 14:17

            @Hargain Bunter: Sorry I didn't quite follow .. yes you can stream audio to it but where would you like to play the sound output as this box is be connected to the TV via HDMI and then, let's say, further to your HiFi Receiver …

            So you mean you want to stream audio to HiFi Receiver via the TV?

        • ESEMCE on 18/11/2019 - 14:13
          +1

          Android TV with built in Chromecast cannot be added to Speaker Groups.
          It's stupid, but that's the way it is.

    • SBOB on 18/11/2019 - 16:51

      Chromecast feature works perfectly

      unless you try and cast foxtel, which doesnt work (jittery) for some reason

  • jackwilk on 18/11/2019 - 13:49

    So 2nd hand, but identical to this one?
    https://www.vodafone.com.au/vodafone-tv

    warranty?

    • el_cheapo on 18/11/2019 - 13:51
      +1

      From eBay listing:

      WARRANTY: This item comes with 6 months return to base warranty.

      I took a chance.

  • pistachio1 on 18/11/2019 - 13:50

    I have one of these for my bedroom TV. It works great, but I have had one problem: I have some HD mkv files for a TV series on Plex and the Vodafone box can't play them without weird choppy stutters in the video. It's not the mkvs themselves because they play flawlessly on Plex on my main Samsung TV. And it's not my internet speed because again they play great on other TV. The only workaround to be able to play them is to manually change the setting on each episode to convert to 480p 1.5mbps and then they play fine. Bit annoying for that one particular series I'm watching at the moment but otherwise very happy with the VTV box.

    • ashanrath on 18/11/2019 - 13:59

      Ethernet to your VTV? If you're using a Plex server on your LAN, internet speed is meaningless.

      • pistachio1 on 18/11/2019 - 15:21

        No Ethernet. It's wifi connected.

    • Cuchavira on 18/11/2019 - 14:36

      Is it having trouble buffering or just choppy playback?

      • pistachio1 on 18/11/2019 - 15:16

        Choppy playback.

        • Cuchavira on 18/11/2019 - 16:29

          I used to have the same problem with my VTV and 4K MKVs. Try accessing the Plex server through DLNA on Kodi or VLC. You can also try using Emby (Plex alternative).

          • SBOB on 18/11/2019 - 16:52

            @Cuchavira: yep… this

            try plex in Kodi, works for me, whereas the native plex app has issues (on this and my Sony Android tv)

          • pistachio1 on 18/11/2019 - 16:55

            @Cuchavira: Thanks, I'll try that.

  • jrjr on 18/11/2019 - 13:51
    +6

    Courtesy of kirt here's a link to a bunch of apk's to sideload: https://mega.nz/#F!PaJQELqY!dg3wVzOFIybj6an5Yeq7PA

    Also a bunch of kodi add-ons here: https://www.matthuisman.nz/

    • billy_bob on 18/11/2019 - 14:11

      The Optus Sport addon from Matt Huisman used to work great on this box until a few weeks ago but now it it is very flaky. Weird thing is I am also using that same Kodi addon on a Xiaomi Mi Box and it still works perfectly on that. Apart from the Optus Sport issue the VTV is great.

  • jackwilk on 18/11/2019 - 14:08

    going like hot cupcakes :) finally can spend my Ebay Plus $5 voucher…

    • tomsco on 18/11/2019 - 14:12
      +1

      Oh wow. Wonder if that's all thanks to me?

      Should ask seller for some commission :p

      • jackwilk on 18/11/2019 - 14:23

        yeah, I accept donations :)

  • YellowKnight on 18/11/2019 - 14:08

    Is this as good as a Xiaomi Mi Box S? Or a Nvidia Shield? Looking for a media player for the bedroom.

    • tomsco on 18/11/2019 - 14:14

      I have the standard Mi Box and I prefer the VTV over that.

      I don't have the Shield. I hear the Shield is the superior product, but has a significantly higher pricetag.

      I'm not particularly fussy (don't care about stuff like HDR and all that stuff), so if you don't need the best of the best, I'd probably say this is better value of the Shield based on the price difference alone.

      • YellowKnight on 18/11/2019 - 14:17

        Does it play any video file you throw at it? Looking to play videos rom my NAS using Kodi.

        • tomsco on 18/11/2019 - 14:22

          These days I mostly just stream (Netflix/Stan), but for the odd time I use Plex, I have no issue loading videos.

          Hopefully someone more knowledgeable than I can answer.

        • Jackson on 18/11/2019 - 15:28

          I use Kodi to stream to this box, I am not fussy about resolutions, usually whatever I find in 720p and up is fine and will watch standard definition if I can't find anything better. I have the box wired to the router and stream from my old core duo 1.66 laptop over wireless 54g in the same room, so far doesn't skip a beat. Prior to using Ethernet on the VTV end I tried to stream FHD 3d content but it wasn't up to it, however I believe that was because the router having to negotiate both the up and down streams over Wi-Fi.

          I should mention that actually I am just using kodi to stream from a share. I am not streaming DLNA but I tested that and it also works, but assuming it's a bit more bandwidth intensive.

  • ATTS on 18/11/2019 - 14:08

    With the vodafone tv thing. Does that mean you can watch tv without Coaxial Cable

    • tomsco on 18/11/2019 - 14:10
      +1

      Still need a cable if you awnt to connect to your antenna.

      Apologies if I'm mentioning anything you are already aware of, but what you are able to is download the various channels catch up apps and they (I think all) have live streaming for their various channels.

      • ATTS on 18/11/2019 - 14:20

        Oh i didnt know that. Thanks

    • kennethk on 18/11/2019 - 14:19
      +3

      Or set up the built in live channel app using this guide https://www.matthuisman.nz/2019/01/live-au-iptv-channels-on-…

      best thing i've done with the android tv, you can flick through all the channel as if you are watching FTA via the antenna.

      • ATTS on 18/11/2019 - 14:22

        Oh right. Thanks

    • scottySK on 18/11/2019 - 20:48

      Many FTA channels have apps to stream their shows via internet connection

  • mrdevil on 18/11/2019 - 14:11
    +1

    Doh! Of course - bought a new one for $72 yesterday … great box though - bought it purely to watch Foxtel through via Kodi - works amazingly!!

  • MaxD on 18/11/2019 - 14:13
    +2

    For the usual price of $72 I rate this box highly.

    Is anyone able to cast Foxtel Go to it without a problem? It works, but every 30 seconds or so it stutters. That is the only app I have that doesn't cast properly to Vodafone TV. (casting Foxtel Go to a standalone Chromecast is flawless)

    • jrjr on 18/11/2019 - 14:18
      +4

      The kodi add on here works great: https://www.matthuisman.nz/

      I haven't experienced any stuttering but the menu is a bit difficult to navigate

      • MaxD on 18/11/2019 - 15:02
        +1

        Thanks I will check it out.

  • bindok on 18/11/2019 - 14:17

    OOS

  • mathew42 on 18/11/2019 - 14:18
    +1

    These are great if you have an old TV that cannot decode the HD MPEG-4 TV channels (or you see a picture but no audio). Very useful for free-to-air live TV.

    • ssquid on 18/11/2019 - 18:53
      +1

      Even old TVs that only have DVI in (no HDMI) - you can get a cheap (<$5) USB audio box off ebay and the VTV will use it to output sound.

  • jr0222 on 18/11/2019 - 14:20
    +3

    Copied from reply to an old thread, may be useful for others

    Few of the features
    1. Vanilla android tv software comes with Netflix and Youtube preinstalled.
    2. In build Tv tuner - no need to switch between HDMI ports.
    3. Great remote with google voice button, will save you from annoying typing using the remote(will not work for all apps though).
    4. I am not using NetFlix, so remapped Netflix button on remote with amazon prime video(very handy if you want to reuse remote buttons.) FYI you can trigger multiple apps based on single or multiple presses of the button. I have used this app for remapping -> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=flar2.homebutt…
    5. Before purchase I was curious to know if I can use VPN apps on this, can confirm VPN app (in my case PIA) working flawlessly.

    As noted by other members, few of the android apps will not work as only apps ticked for android tv are visible in-app search. But you can install non-market apps, there is no restriction.

    Hope this will help others.

    • ciab on 18/11/2019 - 18:11
      1. In build Tv tuner - no need to switch between HDMI ports.

      How do you tune the channels with the Coaxial Cable, is it under settings?

      • Gehirn on 18/11/2019 - 18:26
        +1

        Yes

  • rogerm22 on 18/11/2019 - 14:40

    I already have one, but was considering buying another one, in a week or two. However it got posted here and it was sold out in no time.

    For those who missed it, most likely they will have more in stock in a few months. I bought mine from the same seller, four months ago.

    I own 6 cheap Chinese boxes and the Vodafone one is much better than any of them.

  • krisp on 18/11/2019 - 14:44

    And all gone!
    Grabbed two :)

  • asa79 on 18/11/2019 - 14:59
    +3

    Good box, shame not android TV 8 upgrade tho

  • asa79 on 18/11/2019 - 15:32

    I run this in a couple of the kids room, I also run mi boxes.

    The benefit of this is the remote, more kid friendly. Dont really use the TV function at all for kids rooms.

    The only issue is the lack of patching, vodafone arent supporting this device anymore so no new android OS Security Patches etc. No upgrade to Android TV 8 or Android TV 9

    No Google Home integration, ie with mibox i can say ok google turn on tv and it turns on the mi box, and ok google turn off tv and turns off the mi box. This is part of android TV 8 and higher

  • MuddyClear on 18/11/2019 - 16:17
    +1

    This or chromecast(gen3)?

  • batrarobin on 19/11/2019 - 15:33

    Order cancelled.

    -

    Hi [First Name]

    We appreciate doing business with you.

    However, our system had encountered a glitch and caused an internal error and accidentally listed this Vodafone in our system.

    Please accept our sincere apologies on this as we may need to cancel and reverse the payment of your purchase.

    We have isolated the problem and now the glitch have been fixed.

    We are hoping for you kindest consideration in this system error we had encountered.

    With kind regards,

    Ronald
    luvyourphone Customer Support

    —

    • tomsco on 19/11/2019 - 18:55

      Damn. Sorry for the dud, guys.

  • pandaman on 19/11/2019 - 15:34

    they just emailed saying "internal error" and "accidentally listed this". Refunding etc etc.

    what a loud of tripe.

    • hollykryten on 20/11/2019 - 08:39

      In other words according to unforseen demand they figured they could relist for a bit more and get more money.

  • jackwilk on 19/11/2019 - 15:35

    Yup and order cancelled - glitch in the system. I'm asking them what does technical term "glitch" mean… not happy here, already had plans for this little box..
    Shall we ask for compensation?

    • el_cheapo on 20/11/2019 - 15:38

      You can just get one brand new from Vodafone for $72 delivered

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