In Android media players we can find numerous alternatives to Chromecast or Fire TV with affordable and very complete options. In this case we will talk about the new offer from Mecool announcing. A new dongle with Google TV as the operating system.
There are a few sticks that include Google TV, as it’s a fairly proprietary operating system and the company has recently done certification on other companies’ devices, such as the Realme 4K Smart Google TV Stick. Now Mecool launches its 4K supported alternative and AV1 codec: Mecool KD3.
Mecool KD3, technical sheet
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Mecool KD3
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CPUs
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64-bit quad-core ARM® Cortex A35
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GPU
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ARM G31 MP2
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data store
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2GB LPDDR4
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to store
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8GB EMMC
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connection
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WiFi 2.4G/5G 2T2R 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0
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OS
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Google TV (based on Android 11)
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HDR
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HDR10, HLG
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Supported codecs
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AV1, VP9, H.265, AVS2-P2, H.264 AVC
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Price
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€61,53
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Amlogic S905Y4 2G+8G WiFi 2.4G/5G Media Player Mecool KD3 4K TV Stick for Netflix Android 11 with HDR 10 IP TV
A very complete dongle, albeit without HDR10+ or Dolby Vision support
This dongle is included in the list of devices compatible with Android 11, which has all the advantages of this operating system on televisions such as downloading applications, sending content from external devices and sending content. playing streaming content Via apps like Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video, Disney+ and company.
Another advantage of this new device is; Decoding of content in AV1 format and support for 4K and 60fpsthat’s why it is prepared for platforms that use this coding in their videos, TV shows and movies.
This stick too Offers HDR10 and HLG supportWhile we don’t see a trace of HDR10+ or Dolby Vision, it’s something that could be decisive for some.
The device includes 2 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage, but it should be taken into account that some of this storage space is reserved for the system. Moreover, Mecool dongle has WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity.
Along with all this, the device also offers: a very complete remote controlWith buttons for YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+, as well as Google Assistant-specific buttons.
price and availability
The device can now be purchased through the official website Amazon and Aliexpress. suggested retail price of $62.99. The company has promised regular updates via OTA so users can rest assured they have an updated device.
Amlogic S905Y4 2G+8G WiFi 2.4G/5G Media Player Mecool KD3 4K TV Stick for Netflix Android 11 with HDR 10 IP TV