This step-by-step tutorial will guide you on How to Manually Update Android TV Box to the latest software in 5 minutes or less.
Android TV Boxes have risen in popularity and are among the top streaming devices on the market today with a variety of options for streaming Movies, TV Shows, Live TV, and more.
At times, Stock Android Boxes do not update to the latest firmware automatically, necessitating manual installation by users.
To achieve this, one can download the update from the developer’s official website and install it on their device.
This tutorial includes screenshot instructions and a video guide with key details.
The following guide demonstrates how to manually update an Android TV Box using a MECOOL KM2, but the process remains similar for any generic Android Box like X96 Max and others.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Upgrading generic Android TV devices often requires a factory reset, so remember to back up your data, including Movies, TV Shows, Photos, and more, to a USB drive to prevent data loss.
Official Android TV devices such as NVIDIA SHIELD, Chromecast with Google TV, generally do not require a factory reset when updating.
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How to Check for Updates on Android TV Box
1. Open Settings.
2. Choose Device Preferences.
3. Click About.
4. Scroll down to see the current version installed on your device.
5. Visit the official website of your Android Box device to find the most recent software version available.
If you find a newer version available than the one displayed on your device, you can manually update Android TV Box using our instructions below.
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1. Insert USB Drive into your Android device. Click Notifications in the upper right-hand corner of your device.
2. Click to select your Drive.
3. Choose set up as removable storage.
9. Wait for the file to download.
10. Click OK to Save File.
11. Insert the downloaded file into the USB Drive directory and choose Save.
12. Remove the USB Drive from the computer and insert it back into the Android Device.
13. On your Android device, Open Settings.
14. Choose Device Preferences.
15. Click About.
16. Choose Update.
17. Click Local Update.
18. Scroll down to find your USB Drive and select it.
19. Click Confirm.
20. Click Update.
21. Wait for the update to install.
22. The device will begin to reset.
23. Return to the About Section to see if you have the latest version installed.
That’s it! Your update is complete.
Return to the home screen to see your new Android TV Update. Enjoy!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I Update my Android TV Box?
You can manually update android tv box by downloading the update from the developer’s official website.
Should I update my Android Box?
Yes it is always recommended to update your device to the latest software to get the most out of it.
What is the Best Android TV Box?
There are tons of fabulous Android Boxes including NVIDIA SHIELD, MECOOL, and more.
Does updating my Android Box reset the device?
Yes. Oftentimes updating your Android TV Box will reset the device to factory settings.