Android 8.1 TV Box, Dolamee X2 Amlogic Quad-core 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Media Player with Recording Function & SATA Jack Support 2T2R 2.4G/5G Dual Band WiFi 4Kx2K@60fps BT 4.2 USB 3.0

I'm on my fourth Android Box. The general rule of thumb for these boxes is: due to their relatively small size (think large Raspberry Pi TinyPC, Big Semi-Portable USB Uber-Drive or Reasonably-Sized Cell-Phone Porta Battery Charger) these do reasonably well stashed near a TV or other decent home theater setup. Since most of these boxes are capable of doing many of the same things, the keys are the hardware, the configuration, the breathability and the overall delivery of the content for which these boxes are most typically purchased.First, this particular AmLogic box is designed and equipped well both externally and internally. Out of the box, this beast runs Android 8.1 with an Amlogic S905X2 Quad-core processor sporting 4GB RAM and a 64GB ROM storage, which is pretty robust. There are better-equipped boxes out there but none that I’ve found to be worth significant exploration.Initially, anyway, the box supports nearly if not literally 4Kx2K@60fps and 1000 Wired and 2.4G/5G Dual Band WiFi BT 5.0 USB 3.0.In short, there’s not much this box doesn’t do. It’s got three USB ports (2 of which are 2.0, one of which is 3.0) and a nice, slick surprise. You can remove the top cover and insert (after some quasi-irritating formatting and aggravation) your very own SSD. That means you can literally pack this thing with available storage. So the USB ports are almost unnecessary. Yes, I too would rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it. And because the box allows the SSD install it also enhances ventilation. Win.Before we move onto other topics, the hardware is essentially the most important factor of why we acquire these boxes. If they are underpowered, have too little storage, are too tiny, poorly designed and/or not well built, they’ll die. Too small means the heat will adversely affect the internal parts; not well suited storage wise means you’ll be pulling your hair out trying to load, copy, transfer and swap media. Having the SSD option (and a USB 3.0 port) means you’ll have very little worry when it comes to available space.And since the space is so infinite, there’s very little worry that the processor and the RAM/ROM will have to be bothered virtually handling the non-literal storage. Having a processor bogged down with virtually managing media is a waste of efficiency and slows down the experience. Why buy a slow box when you can acquire a solid, well-built speed freak like this one? That’s why I bought this after I asked myself that very same question.The balance of the questions I pondered were surrounding some basic stuff. I am not thrilled with this box’s graphical front end. The box boots quickly without drama with a well designed geometric-inspired animation, but thereafter it’s a bunch of multi-colored tiles. I did some reconfig of these (as most users will) but it’s all about efficiency and has nothing to do with prettiness. Which is mostly fine with me. Sure you can find an alternate front end client should you wish to do so, but for me I prefer having six or seven apps up front. So I tinkered and they all appear accordingly.Another great feature this box offers is the ability to use a Live/PVR feature in tandem with whatever media app(s) you have installed. I haven’t taken advantage of that feature yet but having that option (and a gleaming SSD 500GB Samsung under the hood) makes me confident this box will do just fine when it comes time to explore that option.All other questions are pretty much the same in answer to this box as most if not all others: this box allows you to install any apps you desire should you have a reasonable background in finding where to download stuff if not from the Play Store. This particular install has its own TV Store app which will guide you towards finding alternative ‘ware and will not prohibit you from finding other additional options should these choices be sufficient.I had a slight problem with the most current version of Netflix which I just – after about three weeks of owning this box – solved. This particular box gave me a few hiccups when I attempted to download the most current version of Netflix for Android. Not sure why, but after some experimentation, I solved my problem. However, since my my weapon of choice, a Sony XBR 65900F, has a Netflix App (as well as an Amazon Prime Video app and a bunch of other media apps) I don’t really mind the Netflix issue. But I’m glad I figured out a workaround. It turns out there are some issues with Sony, Google and some apps. Speaking of Google, since the Sony is Google-friendly, the box wakes when I head to the appropriate input and sleeps when I go to a different input, eg my cable box or the Xbox or when the system is powered down. Nice touch.I haven’t tried connecting this through a 4k-pass-through receiver (my system includes a Sonos Beam through the ARC input) so I can’t speak to that, but the clarity on my system on an-HDR enabled input is incredible. And I’ve fired up 4k content via the box that is nearly equaled to that of the aforementioned built-in apps from Netflix and Amazon, etc. I usually stick with the built-in TV apps because they’re a bit better and cleaner (one remote vs. two or three) but if the end result on the Android apps was equal or better I’d go with the box’s offerings without hesitation.Speaking of which, the box comes with a remote (look at the pics the seller has included if you’d like to see what it looks like). Personally, the remote that came with the box I purchased will remain in plastic forever. I opt for mini keyboard remotes by Rii (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Z81U3YY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and larger wireless keyboards by Logitech (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Illuminated-Living-Room-Keyboard-Touchpad/dp/B00ZOPVSKW/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Logitech+K800&qid=1556546105&s=gateway&sr=8-4) and Rii as well (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077VYRMC1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1).I like the mini keyboards for convenience and prefer the larger keyboards when I am trying to find something more robust than where three letters in a search bar will do (the full-sized keyboards are a bit clunky but far easier to work when you’re on a couch or in bed in the dark). These all feature solid backlighting and the battery life on the keyboards is at minimum acceptable. It should be noted that each of these keyboards comes with a USB dongle and a Y splitter to allow you to easily connect/link the keyboard to whatever device you’d like to control (be it Android box, TV, game machine, etc.). There have been some minor hiccups with some Samsung panels so take care in purchasing these. I am happy to say I’ve had no issues syncing any of these keyboards to any of my boxes, especially this particular box. But I’d figure there are no real concerns I would have endorsing any of these choices.Anyone with questions can fire them off at will – I’ll try and help. But invariably, the best recommendation is to order this box and tinker with it. I’m pretty sure most if not all buyers will be glad they got this.One final note – I haven’t upgraded from 8.1 to 8.2 or beyond yet. I can’t say how well that process will go and subconsciously I’m a bit concerned how the upgrade process will go given the mini-hiccup with Netflix (and my Sony panel). But truthfully, these boxes aren’t about running the latest Android OS; they’re about solid, fast, responsive performance. Anyone who spends time chasing the latest OS is, I think, missing the point: the key to these boxes is to provide a reasonably solid, trouble-free media environment that will eventually give the home user an alternative to layers and layers of cable company control. I’ve already downgraded most if not all of my services and installed Plex so I can access my home network and media. And seeing how fast and simple this box is I can’t envision any situation in which I feel I made a mistake. And I’m comfortable advising anyone that is in the market for an Android box to seriously consider this, or, frankly, just pull the trigger and have fun.

I liked this device's hardware specs, streaming quality, customization/application installation flexibility and the hard drive storage option on the A95x. It was very easy to set up and works like a charm off my 100 mbs internet wi fi. Since the performance rivals that of Nvidia Shield, this android box's added features and lower price make it a better value.UPDATE: After 2 months use, my android box would not power on. I requested replacement from the manufacturer or a refund. Sort of a downer, as I really liked this unit's utility and performance up to now. I have now received a replacement unit quickly from the seller and am satisfied with it's operation. As long as there are no further problems, I'll give this product 5 stars. I strongly recommend using a cooling fan with a usb connector under the box as the processor can get too hot during streaming or downloads without a suitable cooling/ventilation method.

This Android Box has Enough memory to stream your apps flawlessly...no tracking, clocking, Freezing or buffering issues so far. There is as much memory in this box (4 GB) as any of the other streaming android boxes that are compairable.The ability to add a HDD is awsum....I Had a 60GB Laptop HDD laying around so I installed it....With the added HD space I can store or record anything I could possibly want......EXPANDABILITY.The Remote is the Only weakness this box has....it is IR, so you must be pointing the remote directly at the box for it to be read....not convienient.So far I have tried 1 third party Bluetooth remote.....which works OK for about 10 Minutes....then the remote shuts off and can't be used unless re-Paired to the box.....annoying to say the least. I will be looking for something else "bluetooth" that I can use, although there are pleanty of USB ports avbl.You will also need a mouse (USB) to access areas of the screen that the remote cannot access thru several of the available apps.

Lots of nice apps ,but not a tech site to help get more out of it.Nice amount of ram,and storage space.Look into adding int. drive, and cool fan.

Having an nvidial shield tv and an 82" Vizio 4k tv with her I know what 4k resolution is and looks like. None of my native 4k movies play in true 4k. Both Kodi and cpuz show 1920x1080. I can tell a world of difference watching Oblivion, ready player one and valerian on this box vs my shield tv. And here is an update after 1 day it will not recognize anything plugged into its sata port. Complete waste of time on this thing.

Works awesome and is only about 6"×6"×2"Came pre loaded with kodi and all the apps and sources you will ever need and has updates for it too. Went from a DB5 dragon box and love this thing!

I have tried many boxes but I say I love this one and thinking about getting another for the Livingroom and replace the one there now . I installed a 256GB SSD in it , works great with my IPTV.

I upgraded the hard drive, and the ram (normal SSD drive, and laptop memory) and this is a screaming beast. the only issue I have with it that I can't seem to get an answer on is the Wifi will not connect, so I plugged a network into it, and its works great, and its close to the router anyway.