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Kodi 17 LibreELEC Kodi Add-ons Install From Repository Repo Entered VPN Manager for OpenVPN Install Highlighted

Using a VPN in LibreELEC

Want to use your VPN connection within the LibreELEC operating system, but not sure how to?

Keeping Private – What To Do If Your ISP Sends A Warning Letter

There have recently been reports that British ISPs are now sending letters to customers that they think are watching unofficial online streams. What can YOU

Running Android 4.x And No Connection Made In IPVanish?

Rare that you need it, but when you do, the “TUN.ko installer” from Google’s Play Store is a life saver for VPN applications not working/connecting.

New IPVanish Application (v3.0) Countdown

The embargo has expired, IPVanish are now happy for everyone to know about the great new features and improvements to be found in their application!

Keeping up with UK TV while overseas

Last month we posted a great review of the DroiX® W10, which is a dual boot Windows 10 and Android device. We have received many

Seeing Everything Through Windows

The VPN based articles here and at our How To guides site have so far concentrated on Android devices. Time for the trend to be

How To Set Up IPVanish VPN app

If you have a DroiX® T8, T8-S or T8-S Plus you may already have the IPVanish app installed if you are on the latest firmware

DroidBOX® OpenELEC Connections Area With VPN Showing

Using A VPN In openELEC

We’ve used an account with IPVanish – https://www.ipvanish.com/ – for this example.

VPN Introduction

Why use a VPN (Virtual Private Network)? Within the context of this article, there are two main reasons customers use a VPN connection…

T8-S OTA update for openELEC

A new firmware update for openELEC is now available for DroiX® T8-S owners. The changelog (changes in this release) include:

Tanix TX6X Android 10 Smart TV Box - Shown from the front

Tanix TX6S Android 10 TV BOX

Android 10
4GB RAM / 64GB Storage
4K UltraHD Video Output
Dual-Band Wi-Fi w/ 1GB/s Ethernet Adapter RJ45 Port
MicroSD/TF Card Slot

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H20 Mini Keyboard with Touchpad

The H20 Mini Keyboard is a Portable Mini Keyboard, perfect for your Android TV BOX, HTPC, Computer, Laptop or your favourite device which supports 2.4G Wireless Accessories.
It’s a Full QWERTY Portable Keyboard with a full Width and Height Touch-Pad on the back, which supports Scrolling and Zooming Gestures.

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One Netbook One Mix 1S Ultrabook

Affordability, Design and Performance have been the main goals while developing and manufacturing the One Netbook One Mix 1S Convertible laptop, with a much lower price point that some of the other UMPCs in its category without sacrificing the top-class performance and sleek design the series is known for.

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S922X benchmark – Who is the king of Android boxes? Beelink GT King S922X vs A95X Max S905X2

There’s a new king on the Android box block, quite literally, it is the S922X powered Beelink GT King! But does it take the crown?

Locating games on an external Micro SD Card

This guide will show you how to locate games if you have installed them on an external (or second) Micro SD Card for your RG300,

T8 SE OTA Firmware Update v1.1.0

A new update for T8 SE owners has been released today. Read on to find out what is new:

How To Enable Developer Options On Your Android Powered Smart TV Box

This post is admittedly aimed at a small niche sector of our customers. If Developer Options, ADB and Marshmallow don’t mean much to you, it

UK ISPs Blocking Content – How To Remove Their Filters

Some Internet Service Providers in Britain have filters that block some online content (such as videos in Kodi/DBMC/XBMC and other Android applications).

T8-S and T8-S Plus Owners: An OTA Update Is Ready!

No time to read just why you might want to upgrade? Like to have the latest version of everything running on your devices? Scroll to

Checking Your Drive’s Partition(s) On An Android Powered Kodi TV Box

20 March 2017

This article is for owners of a DroiX T8-S, T8-S Plus (v1 and v2) who have installed a hard drive. Although you can remove the

Get Kodi 17 (Krypton) On Android 4 Devices!

28 April 2017

From our previous posts (the Kodi 17 FAQ and Kodi 17 or Bust?), we know that Kodi 17 requires Android 5 or higher.

How to update your DroiX firmware and apps

5 March 2018

Note: If you have a T8 SE or iMXQpro Mini please follow the guide here to update your firmware. Please watch the below video for

How to remote control from Android using DroiX® Share

16 February 2016

This video will guide you how you can remote control you DroiX® T8-S/T8-S Plus from Android Phone or Tablet using DroiX Share app

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29 December 2017

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How To Easily Find The TOTAL RAM On Your Android Device

21 September 2016

If you’ve ever noticed the total amount of RAM reported by most Android applications is lower than the number on your device’s box, this post

It’s business as usual, now with two month refund period

20 March 2020

AUGUST 31st 2020 UPDATE: This offer is no longer valid. As of August 31st 2020, all newly purchased items are subject to the standard 30-day

My MOQI i7 Can’t Access The Google Play Store

28 September 2020

Hi there! If you’re here or have been directed here, it’s likely that your recently purchased MOQI i7 Android handheld gaming console is experiencing an

Winning Weekly With DroidBOX®!

22 July 2016

We are very happy to announce the launch of a new competition here at DroiX®. Each and every month there will be a DroiX® device

BittBoy Custom Firmware Installation

18 March 2019

Where to buy the BittBoy v3? You can purchase the BittBoy v3 from us at https://droidbox.co.uk/bittboy-v2-retro-gaming-emulator-portable-handheld.html You will need A 8GB or larger MicroSD Card

Kodi 18 released – How to install or update

30 January 2019

Kodi 18 has been officially released and is now available to install or update. Read on for how to install Kodi 18.

Our Guides

T8 and T8-S Launcher Home Screen

7 December 2015

DroidBOX® i9 Mini Keyboard Premium Remote Control

DroiX® i9 Mini Keyboard How To Guide

5 October 2016

DroiX® T8-S How To Guide

13 November 2015

Changing The Launcher On A T8-S Plus

14 April 2016

Play PC games – On Your DroiX®!

5 February 2016

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GKD350H Portable Retro Gaming Handheld by DroiX with 64GB DroiX Micro SD Card - Transparent Black Front View

Game Kiddy 350H (GKD350H) Retro Handheld Game Console

1.5Ghz MIPS Processor
3.5″ 60hz IPS Display
2300mAh Li-Ion Battery
16GB Storage

DroidBOX M5 (Refurbished) Android Set Top Box another view 2

DroiX M5

The DroiX M5 Android Powered Kodi TV Box is our media solution for people that prefer a more traditional device. Based upon the M6, this device is purchased by many who require a second device for the bedroom or for relative who may not be a tech savvy. The M5 features a 1.5Ghz Quad Core processor, 1GB RAM and 8GB storage, more than enough to play your media at 1080p. The DroiX M5 comes with DroiX Media Center based on SPMC and Kodi, and comes with regular OTA updates.

DroiX AK3-V Windows HTPC

Bring back the Functionality and Productivity in the same equation: The Acepc AK3V Windows 10 HTPC is powered by a Intel Quad-Core Processor, HD Graphics which can support Dual-Monitors.
6GB of RAM and 64GB of Storage, with the option to add a 2.5″ HDD/SSD and mSATA Card – Dual-Band Wi-Fi is also Built-In, along with Bluetooth

*Please note this device comes without remote/keyboard.