Good news, NVIDIA SHIELD users! A new update is available for these well-liked media streaming devices. You can now enjoy the latest improvements.
Version 9.0.1 of the update addresses several problems that appeared after the previous update to 9.0. It’s a significant step forward for the platform.
9.0 brought a big change. It introduced the Android 11 Operating System. This came with a bunch of cool features and overall better performance.
But here’s the thing. Some NVIDIA users ran into a few hiccups with it.
Specifically, many had trouble getting to their Plex Media Server. Thankfully, that issue has been resolved with this new update.
If you’re curious about all the changes, NVIDIA has a detailed changelog. Check it out at the following link.
NVIDIA has started sending out this update to devices all over. So yours might be next in line!
NVIDIA devices are pretty smart. They usually update themselves automatically with the latest software versions.
But if you haven’t gotten it yet, no worries. You can manually update the device with just a few steps.
How to Update NVIDIA SHIELD
1. First things first, go to the Home Screen on your device. In the upper right-hand corner, you’ll see the Settings Icon. Give it a click.
2. Next, you’ll want to click on Device Preferences. This is where you’ll find the update options you need.
3. Now, select “About”. This section gives you important info about your device, including updates.
4. Look for “System upgrade” and select it. This will take you to the upgrade menu.
5. Next, click “Check for upgrade”. Your device will then look for the latest software.
6. Go ahead and click “Check for upgrade” one more time. It’s always a good measure to double-check.
If your device is already up to date, you might see this screen. That means you are good to go.
7. If an update is available, you’ll see a button that says “Restart to Install”. Click that to get started.
NOTE: Double-check that the upgrade is for version 9.0.1 and not 9.0.0, as shown in the image below. Sometimes the version numbers can be confusing, so it’s best to be sure.
8. Now, just hang tight. The update will start downloading in the background.
9. Once the download is done, the device will begin installing the update. You’ll see a progress bar on the screen.
10. Lastly, your NVIDIA SHIELD will restart. This is completely normal. It’s just finishing up the update process and getting ready for you to use it again.
There you have it! You’re all set to enjoy the new features.
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