Jynxbox Android HD Feedback

[homer_™]

I’ve been up nearly half the night playing with this new Jynxbox Android HD unit. So far I’m very impressed with what I see. First thing I had to do was mount a micro sd drive onto the box which is very easy. The onboard cache is already full of apps that the manufacture predicts the user will find useful and there’s no more room for other data. These “custom” apps are not embedded in the firmware they can deleted at any time.

Here is a photo of one of two app screens that are full of apps


http://phoenix.satfix.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=16499&d=1350501151



Android is an operating system designed for smart phones and tablets. I think the biggest hurdle the Jynx team had or any other for that matter, would be to emulate the swipe screen action. What they have done is provided a Bluetooth powered remote, where the user holds down a button and makes hand gestures to emulate the swipe.(kind of like the Nintendo wii). It takes a little bit of getting used to but it’s a very effective way to navigate. For instance I have learned that simple little wrist gestures are as equally affective as a three foot arm movement. Lol (it’s quite comical watching someone learn). Another thing that I’m fully impressed with is the little wand pro remote keyboard. It’s a Bluetooth powered thumb driven keyboard/mouse combo. If your familiar with where all the buttons are on a traditional keyboard you will quickly adapt to this little device. Since it’s Bluetooth you don’t have to be in the line of site to use it. Another option available is to use a traditional Bluetooth mouse and keyboard for the setup and then use the wands for operation.. I believe you are going to need to learn the wand to fully experience the Android HD in its entirety


http://phoenix.satfix.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=16501&d=1350501283

User friendliness: I can see a few learning curbs with this device. For one, how to affectively control the wands and two where to find all the custom repositories for the xmbc media player, there is lots of information out there and hopefully some members will bring it here. If you have any experience with a smart phone or tablet, particularly and Android smart phone or tablet you will be right at home with this device. It will not be so much a matter of how to do things it will be more a matter of what the user wants and what they have to download to get it.

Internet browser: Just like the smart phones any browser is available for this device. The two big contenders are the Google chrome browser and the firefox browser. These two mentioned browsers are able to sync data from your main PC and copy all your saved bookmarks and passwords to your android device. So far I’m leaning toward the Google Chrome browser as it’s more appealing to the eye and the most similar to a regular PC.

Here's a Photo of the browser the little thing to the left of the center channel speaker is the Jynx Android HD

http://phoenix.satfix.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=16502&d=1350501486

Is it rooted: Unlike most other micro media boxes you have full administrator privileges, which gives the user the option to transform the box into whatever you can dream up.


http://phoenix.satfix.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=16500&d=1350501202

Proxy/VPN Capabilities: The Android OS is fully adaptable to all VPNs and proxies without downloading any apps or complicated configurations.

Android as a mini HTPC: I have spent years and good money after bad in my quest for the ultimate HTPC. I’ve tried nearly everything to seek the right combination of ease of use, versatility, and practicality. So far the Jynxbox Android HD is the closest thing I’ve come across that covers all the following criteria.

[Anubis]

Nice feedback homer.:thumbsup:

[kash777]

This is my first iptv and to be honest first I didn't like it but once I get to add all the stuff I was looking. Now it's the best thing. Why spend $250 or more on jadoo tv and other boxes when can get this for so cheap and once again leesat Chris gave me the best deal and service

[stel_i79]

can someone please..i beg ..please//verify if the app seenow is available?
please and thx.u
if this app is available..i will buy the box..right now
respect

[kash777]

can someone please..i beg ..please//verify if the app seenow is available?
please and thx.u
if this app is available..i will buy the box..right now
respect
its not pre installed but if it available on xbmc then you can install it. very easily from the box.

[JCO]

can someone please..i beg ..please//verify if the app seenow is available?
please and thx.u
if this app is available..i will buy the box..right now
respect

See now HD is available as a free download on the google play website..

[phat]

Almost any apk can be installed, on or off market. Check soapcast apk and sopcastx (guide for sopcast), there's even an Icefilms apk. Google Play (Android market) is working flawlessly btw...



What are the exact rules for file sharing .apk files on this forum?

If you want a very reliable and good pay streaming app checkout DroidTV. Very good app with excellent content for cheap.

Also, they've included Voodoo OTA which will root/unroot the device so you can stream from Google Movies and other pay services.

[homer_™]

Navi-X is a good media source, it's a repository that's accessed in the programs menu instead of the video menu.

Here's the latest repository

http://code.google.com/p/navi-x/downloads/detail?name=Navi-X_v37_6.zip&can=2&q=

Put this on a usb stick an plug it into the JX Android.
To instal this repository or any other one go into systems/settings of xbmc, and select the addons tab.
Then select instal from zip and you will be prompted to find the file
It will be located in the root file system, when your there you will want to select mnt/sda1. It could read sda0-2 depending on what usb port your using, once you open that you will see the repository, select and load.

Actually... here's a little list of common unofficial repositories for xbmc..

http://wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=Unofficial_add-on_repositories

There's something for everybody in there. Lost of different languages too.

[phat]

Here's another one:

(c&p from another site)

(not sure if I can hotlink images so I didn't)

EASILY INSTALL NEW ADDONS USING FUSION SERVER BASED INSTALLER FOR XBMC


Step 1: Launch XBMC Software.

Step 2: Navigate to “SYSTEM” and then open “File Manager.”

Step 3: Select “Add Source” on the Left Side of the Screen.

Step 4: Click on the text box that says <None> to open up the keyboard.

Step 5: Type "hxxp://fusion.xbmchub.com"(without quotations) on the keyboard and then choose the “Done” button on the left side of the keyboard.

Step 6: You’ll now see the site address that you just typed at the top is listed, next click the empty text box at the bottom under “Enter a name for this media Source.”

Step 7: You’ll now have a keyboard pop up, type “fusion” (without quotations) then press the “Done” button again.

Step 8: Verify that your screen appears as follows, and then press the “OK” button at the bottom in order to save the new file source.

Step 9: Your File Manager window should now look like the one below, assuming it does, you can now return to the Main Menu.

Step 10: From the Main Menu, choose “Settings” under the “SYSTEM” menu listing.

Step 11: Choose the “Addons” menu from the left side of the window.

Step 12: Select the “Install from zip file” option from the list.

Step 13: Choose the “fusion” folder listed on the right side of the popup.

Step 14: Browse through the Fusion folder and select whichever files you want to install, one by one, and they’ll be instantly available within your XBMC installation.

Step 15: You’ll now need to click a “Get Add-ons” button.

Step 16: Choose the repository that was just installed from the ZIP file. In this case, we’re using “Bstrdsmkr’s Repository” as an example.

Step 17: Select the “Video Add-ons” option.

Step 18: Click the name of the plugin you wish to enable. We’re using the “1Channel plugin” for this one.

Step 19: Choose “Install” on the left side to enable the selected video addon.

Step 20: Return to the main menu, and go into the category which your addon was installed to (most likely either VIDEOS, MUSIC or PROGRAMS). In this case, we installed a Video Addon, so it’ll be in “Add-ons” under the “VIDEOS” menu. You’ll now be able to access and use the addon at your convenience.

Step 21: You’ll now want to repeat the procedure from Step 10 onwards in order to install additional repositories and addons. Repeat as necessary.

[rockhard]

very helpful

[phat]

SinfulXBMC Installer: Easily Install Add-ons for XBMC

Step 1: Launch XBMC

Step 2: Navigate to “SYSTEM” and then open “File Manager.”

Step 3: Select “Add Source” on the Left Side of the Screen.

Step 4: Click on the text box that says <None> bring up the keyboard.

Step 5: Type "hxxp://sinfulxbmc.imacrepo.com" (without quotes) on the keyboard and then choose “Done” on the left side of the keyboard.

Step 6: You’ll now see the site address that you just typed at the top, next click the empty text box at the bottom under “Enter a name for this media Source.”

Step 7: Type “SinfulXBMC” (without quotes) then press “Done” again.

Step 8: Your File Manager window should now look like the one below. If it does, you can now return to the Main Menu.

Step 9: From the Main Menu, choose “Settings” under the “SYSTEM” menu listing.

Step 10: Choose the “Addons” menu from the left side of the window.

Step 11: Select the “Install from zip file” option from the list.

Step 12: Choose the “SinfulXBMC” folder listed on the right side of the popup.

Step 13: Browse through the SinfulXBMC folder and select the files you want to install, one by one, and they’ll be instantly available in XBMC.

Step 14: You’ll now need to click on “Get Add-ons."

Step 15: Choose the repository that was just installed from SinfulXBMC.

Step 16: Select Video Add-ons / Music Add-ons / Program Add-ons / etc.

Step 17: Click the name of the plugin you wish to enable.

Step 18: Choose “Install” on the left side to enable the selected add-on.

Step 19: Return to the Main Menu, and go into the category which your addon was installed to (typically either VIDEOS, MUSIC or PROGRAMS). You’ll now be able to use that addon.

Step 20: You’ll now want to repeat the procedure from Step 9 onwards in order to install additional repositories and addons.

[phat]

-Sinful XBMC

-Live TV

-FilmOn
-iTV Player - UK only
-Live-TV
-SuperTV
-USTVnow

-Movies & TV Streaming

-1Channel
-4oD
-5oD
-Amazon Prime Instant Video
-Anime Crazy
-DeathSquad.tv
-ESPN
-Free Cable
-Hulu
-IceFilms
-iPlayer
-Justin.TV
-MTV Music Videos
-Multi Documentary Streams
-MyDamnChannel
-Noobroom
-OneClickMoviez
-PBS Kids
-SolarMovie
-SpareTime
-TopDocumentaryFilms
-TV-Links
-TVCatchup
-TubePlus
-Veetle
-Vevo Music Videos
-Vimeo
-WatchSeries.eu
-What The Furk

-Music Streaming

-Grooveshark
-iPlayer
-ListenLive.eu
-Pandora
-SoundCloud

-Programs

-Hulu Library Auto Update
-The Pirate Bay
-Navi-X
-Un-Official Repository Installer
-Sports
-FlashSportStreams
-NFL.com
-NHL GameCenter
-SportsDevil

-System Tweaks

-AdvancedSettings.XML for AppleTV & iOS
-Veetle Fix

-Common Dependencies

-BeautifulSoup
-ElementTree
-MetaHandler
-Parsedom
-PluginCache
-SimpleDownloader
-T0mm0Common
-URLResolver

[johnnieq]

Homer,

It's been two months since you posted this. How has the box been performing?

I have a converted Nano2 and a Nano Premium SE that are giving me headaches, contantly failing to connect to the server. I am about ready to scrap them and buy something new.

Would you still recommend the JynxBox Android HD? Have you tried the JynxBox Android HD Wand Pro (Wireless Keyboard Remote)? Is it worth getting too?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions you may have,

johnnieq

[DrWhoFan]

Here's another one:

(c&p from another site)

(not sure if I can hotlink images so I didn't)

EASILY INSTALL NEW ADDONS USING FUSION SERVER BASED INSTALLER FOR XBMC


Step 1: Launch XBMC Software.

Step 2: Navigate to “SYSTEM” and then open “File Manager.”

Step 3: Select “Add Source” on the Left Side of the Screen.

Step 4: Click on the text box that says <None> to open up the keyboard.


Okay right here is where things fall apart for me. There is no text box.

[vern]

Okay right here is where things fall apart for me. There is no text box.

You have to click on the none box,after u click on it.Your key pad will open.......

[DrWhoFan]

When I click on add source on the left hand side of the screen...nothing happens. There is no none box.

[vern]

When I click on add source on the left hand side of the screen...nothing happens. There is no none box.

Reset your android and try again

[DrWhoFan]

Jynxbox Android sitting here collecting dust, cannot add icefilms or any other source, most useless purchase I've made in my long and storied hobby career.
Anyone wanna buy it?

[vern]

Jynxbox Android sitting here collecting dust, cannot add icefilms or any other source, most useless purchase I've made in my long and storied hobby career.
Anyone wanna buy it?


What would make it useless...........Have u installed fusion installer.Sound like u need to do some reading,because mine is working great!!Even watched the Leafs last night and that game was on Leaf tv.Sportsdevil addons are great also.Icefilms work great,1channel works great.If u need help say so!!dont bash the jynxbox-android Hd because that my friend is far from the truth!!

Good luck

[DrWhoFan]

Well, I dunno if it was just me or what, but I had to completely dump XBMC Frodo and install stuff from Androidhub or XBMChub or whatever, delete a bunch of useless russian crap, which required me to hook up my keyboard to the jynxbox because doing all that crap with the wand is f***ing murder. So basically now instead of watching 1channel and icefilms on my computer, I'm watching it on my TV.
If I had to do it again, I wouldn't bother, it's a poor substitute for IKS, but the only public server I'm aware of is NextFTA or Nextbox or whatever and the guy I deal with is always sold out.

[homer_™]

Well, I dunno if it was just me or what, but I had to completely dump XBMC Frodo and install stuff from Androidhub or XBMChub or whatever, delete a bunch of useless russian crap, which required me to hook up my keyboard to the jynxbox because doing all that crap with the wand is f***ing murder. So basically now instead of watching 1channel and icefilms on my computer, I'm watching it on my TV.
If I had to do it again, I wouldn't bother, it's a poor substitute for IKS, but the only public server I'm aware of is NextFTA or Nextbox or whatever and the guy I deal with is always sold out.

I agree with the wand part I can't stand it, and that little keyboard is a bit cumbersome as well, Ive started using a Bluetooth mouse $ keyboard instead.

From a free tvers perspective, this is a poor substitute for IKS, but from a testers perspective it rocks. One could also say that FTA boxes are a poor substitute for testing.

[Satking]

How to charge the remote?

[vern]

Also you can't get in trouble with these android devices either!!IKS is becoming more risky if you ask me.I bet in a years time these android stb will be as good as satellite!!IMO

Good luck:)

[vern]

You plug it in!!lol Plug one end into the remote and the other end into your usb on your STB!!If you are talking about the jynxbox-android HD??