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[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
So Geekbuying.com has released the FIRST quad core hdmi stick. It's based on the Freescale i.mx6q soc.

They are calling it the Zealz GK802. It's available now for $99 with free shipping. They've got 500 units.(actually 499 now heh)

Grab it here:

http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Unii-GK802-Fresscale-i-MX6-Quad-Dure-Cortex-A9-DDR3-1GB-RAM-8GB-ROM-TV-Box-Dongle----Black-312807.html

Specs:

1.2 Ghz i.mx6q Quad Core SOC(running at 996 Mhz)

GC2000 Vivante Quad Core GPU

1GB RAM

8GB internal storage

Wifi b/g/n(up to 150Mbps)

Bluetooth

usb 2.0 Host port(full size)

Micro-usb port for power

Micro sd slot for external storage.

male HDMI 1.4 port

hidden reset button

Charger/micro usb cable

HDMI extension cable

Android 4.0.4

I've been testing a beta hardware GK802 for a couple of weeks now and have known about it for a few months.

Over at armtvtech we've worked with geekbuying to fix some firmware/hardware bugs and now it's a pretty stable device.

It's also my favorite Android TV stick to date. I just ordered one of the production models today.

Unlike the rockchip based sticks this one actually switches resolutions properly.

I haven't had any wifi signal drops, or lowered speed while using this stick.

Video playback is great and in sync. I've actually used BS Player and Dice Player to play 2 1080p mkv's at the same time with no apparent frame drops or issues.

Netflix works like a charm.

The internal NAND is actually a micro sd card that can be removed if you open the unit up. I've made several backups of my micro sd using dd in ubuntu. I've also replaced my micro sd with a larger and faster 16GB UHS-I and it was much more responsive. I used Gparted to increase the size of my partitions.

The i.mx6q actually supports linux. Freescale has builds that can run x11 w/ hardware acceleration. They also support hardware acceleration with Gstreamer for videos. It's just a matter of getting the u-boot on the internal micro-sd setup, and building a kernel that supports the built in wifi.

I've actually been working on getting ubuntu running properly on my GK802. I have it booting, but I need my usb to 3.3v serial adapter to arrive so I can check/set/make a properly working uboot.(mostly so I can change the kernel location and run a custom kernel with working wifi)

Kernel/Android/Linux sources are available from Freescale. They are gearing up for the i.mx6q to be a long term SOC so we will be seeing future software updates.

There's a copy of this device called the Hi802. It will not be receiving the same updates or support as the GK802.

It's slightly cheaper, but they basically stole the design and shopped it out at trade shows.

It also won't be featuring the same usb cable/charger needed to update the firmware through the pc as the GK802 has.

I highly recommend you go with the original GK802 over the slightly cheaper copy.

The copy can't even offer a warrenty, let alone support for the device.
[Member-Found Deals] RodneyBR:
I want, but I wonder when will these go on special.

Did you order one?
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
I ordered one. I've also got a pre production GK802 sitting in front of me.

In case your wondering I also own (3)UG802, (1)MK808, (1)MX1, (1)MK802 III, (1) Oval Elephant, and a CX-01.

I've made kernels and custom firmwares for the rk3066 sticks.

I tend to go through all these sticks looking for something a bit better and I think I've found it with the GK802.
[Member-Found Deals] RodneyBR:
Cool. I'd like to hear your impressions of the GR802
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
I'm basically in awe over this stick.

It's much smoother than the rk3066 sticks.

However the benchmarks are not much better. This can be explained:

The rk3066 dual cores usually operates at 1.2 to 1.6Ghz. They get antutu scores ranging from 6800 to 9900.

The i.mx6 quad core in the GK802 operates at 996Mhz(it is a 1.2GHz chip). It gets scores of around 10430 at 720p and 9980 at 1080p.

Video playback is great! Audio/Video look to be nearly perfect if not perfectly in sync.

It can playback with hardware decoding in Dice Player, MX Player, BS Player and more.

Netflix works like a charm as usual.

When doing software decoding in XBMC beta 2 I can playback 720p without alot of frame drops. Very watchable.

Avi, smaller mkv's/mp4's also playback great in XBMC beta 2.

Youtube was working great until the last update from play store, now I can't seem to find the fullscreen button. I solved this by sideloading an older verison.

I really enjoy the removable internal storage. I've made dd backups for myself.

I'm also working on getting freescale's ubuntu release running.

The internal wireless has a pretty decent range. It can connect to my router at 150Mbps through 2 "wifi troubled" rooms.(aka wifi zone of death)

Being able to switch resolutions is a huge plus. The rk3066 stick can't do this yet.

All in all I've found this stick to be more stable than my others. Which is surprising considering that it's brand new to the market.

I'm recommending it to everyone I know. Especially anyone that runs linux, because that is a huge thing in my community.

This coming week I'll be doing a full review with pictures and screenshots. I just need my new GK802 to get here!
[Member-Found Deals] RodneyBR:
Cool. Thanks for the review.
[Member-Found Deals] suroboyo:
Hi deadhp1,

I saw a video about it in Youtube, is it correct that GK802 runs ICS instead of JB? Because of this, I'm delaying to get one. I have an iMito with JB, it's a lot smoother compared to those ICS sticks.
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
The Gk802 is indeed based on ICS. Freescale has not released a JB port....yet.

I found the GK802's ICS experience to be just as smooth, if not smoother than any of my JB sticks.

I have the iMito MX1, and at real 1080p the GK802 is smoother.

I also have several other sticks including ug802, mk808, mx1, mk802 III, cx01, oval elephant. The GK802 beats them all hands down.

In other news I've soldered the 3.3v serial lines on my GK802 and have gotten access to the u-boot options.

I used the FTDI 3.3v Basic Serial to USB adapter from sparkfun and connected 3 wires the rx/tx, tx/rx, gnd/gnd wires.

After that I setup minicom to access it over ttyUSB0 115200, 8n1, no soft/hard flow control.

I had to hexedit the stock u-boot to change the bootarg "bootdelay=0" to "bootdelay=5" otherwise I couldn't interrupt the u-boot process.

I've been able to use the stock u-boot to boot the kernel included included in this release for the Nitrogen6x.

http://boundarydevices.com/latest-freescale-ubuntu-i-mx6/

I'm still stuck on the waiting for root filesystem, so my bootargs need some work.

After that's done it should be easier to compile a new u-boot with proper bootargs built in.
[Member-Found Deals] guardzero:
deadhp1 thanks for letting us know about the performance of the quadcore! I've got the MX1 (with the most recent firmware) and i love it. I saw that geekbuying was releasing the Zealz GK802 and thought about getting it but wasn't sure until someone reviewed the device. I look forward to your review of the device!
[Member-Found Deals] gmfeny:
Have you tried playing shadowgun deadzone one there?
[Member-Found Deals] XabiX666:
What would nice is to know if the wifi signal strengh is good and if it doesn't drop.

The Hiapad Hi-802 looks exactly the same?
[Member-Found Deals] XabiX666:
Hi,

do we know if we can use the GK802 fw on a Hi802 stick?

I believe I have placed my order to quick and I took the Hi802 for its design rather then the GK802 :(

So any chance to use the GK802 updates/fws?

Thanks
[Member-Found Deals] NewbCentral:
Amazing, quad core in a stick, I will need to look into this. Thanks OP.
[Member-Found Deals] Jaydawgx7:
EDIT: didn't realize my topic w already discussed and answered. That's what i get for researching on my phone. Removed...
[Member-Found Deals] rsbuffalo:
Broken Recovery Button:

deadhp1,

Could you post a card image with your new rooted firmware and updates. Then, I could dd on to the internal card? If I can not get the image I can not update my new device. My button is broke.
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
full internal micro-sd image posted up on my forum

http://www.armtvtech.com/armtvtechforum/viewtopic.php?f=51&t=1113

It's got the 12-13-2012 update applied to it, rooted, and play store fixed.

I'll try to make a new full image with the 12-20-2012 update applied tomorrow sometime!

In other news I'm making a bit more headway into getting linux to run on this thing. I still need to build a properly working kernel and uboot.

I soldered serial lines to my beta GK802 and am using that for testing. My production GK802 is mostly stock and kicking butt!
[Member-Found Deals] fma965:
:) great work deadhp1, ur the reason im getting/trying to get this, Any 1 here want to explain uk taxes/fees for this item to a Recognized Contributor aka me?
[Member-Found Deals] knutars:
I got one for baby. Now I wonder, did anyone test this keyboard (with gyroscope) with the GK802 yet? Here is a YouTube clip. Someone claims the two don't get to well together, but I would love to see the gyro functions in games etc.
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
I haven't tried the RC11 model(I'm not a big fan of air mice), but I do have the RC12 with the touchpad(no air mouse). It works great with the GK802.

I can't see why the RC11 air mouse wouldn't work. It's almost the same model...even the box is the same.
[Member-Found Deals] Sun_Cat:
Is this deal for essentially the same device? (They say 4 days left, and it's a whole dollar cheaper!) The branding is different but the specs look the same.
[Member-Found Deals] rgomesf:
Did someone try the T119 Mini DVB-T USB TV Tuner Stick?
[Member-Found Deals] Jaydawgx7:
I did get this airmouse keyboard when I ordered my GK802. So far I'm pretty happy with it. I haven't tried it in any games yet, but it does work pretty well for basic input. If you do get one, make sure you are aware that you hold down the green android button to move the cursor. However, what some people don't know (based on some reviews I've read) is that if you double press the green button, you no longer have to hold it down and will now operate how you'd expect it to.

Has anyone had any issues with Wifi speed on this device? My laptop and all other devices on my network will get between 25-30Mbps on a speed test, but on the GK802 I was only getting 0.8 mbps. After updating the firmware to the rooted GK802 firmware and changing channels on the router, its up to 8mbps, but still cannot max out my connection (or even come close). Its also worth noting the the router and the GK802 are in the same room no more than 6 feet apart.
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
Try using a short usb extension cable for your mouse receiver. Often they can cause interference with the small wifi antenna on android tv sticks.

Higher quality wireless mice usually don't interfere with wifi signals like cheaper ones do.

The GK802 has it's wifi antenna located just under the plastic part of the casing, right near that usb port.

Personally I haven't run into any wifi issues on this stick.
[Member-Found Deals] justixia:
does anyone know if the T3 2.4 ghz Wireless Airmouse work on this stick? or any good one? I just order it and I wonder what is the best way to handle mice and keyb, I found this air mouse with G-Sensor & Gyro-Sensor tha tcould be useful for games but not really necessary..do you think it is just matter of drivers? Being myself fairly new to this world I wonder.. :)
[Member-Found Deals] Valter84:
Hello,

Do you know if hdmi dts passtrough works on this device?

I would like to buy a gadget like this to put it on my AV, and to be my torrent server, with one 2.5 external hard drive connected, do you know if it`s possible?

Thank you.
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
I'm not sure about passthrough audio. Sorry!

In other news the factory is pushing out a beta version of linux for the GK802!!!!

http://blog.geekbuying.com/index.ph...lz-gk802-will-support-ubuntu-and-linaro-soon/
[Member-Found Deals] justixia:
Actually I wonder if anyone here has tried to control the keyb and mouse using an air mouse sotware on iPhones, that would save me few bucks :)
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
Geekbuying has gotten a hold of a Ubuntu beta for the the GK802.

They've posted a quick video up at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yz9DhxSfhU&feature=youtu.be
[Member-Found Deals] TheSquiffy:
Hi, other than this specific model, I'd really like to know if there could be the support for dvb-t usb keys or anyway to get them to work (in linux?).

I'd like to grab a gk802 and turn it on a complete PVR box. This to get the idea as I doubt android will ever support dvb-t stuff, so an ubuntu (headless or xmbc) config could sit my needs.

Thank you!

Sq.
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
You'd probably need the drivers enabled in the kernel. You could check the current kernel config.gz.

The plus is that after we get linux then we can figure out a custom kernel for it and enable drivers.

Work on the GK802 is just starting to ramp up. I think only three of us that I know of have lines soldered to the serial port pads for dev purposes.

I'm sure we'll get some great people working on the GK802.
[Member-Found Deals] moshtagh:
Android Remote App

I am very interested in buying the GK802, I already have the iMito MX1 and really like it. One thing wich I really would like to find and I have found yet is an Android app that would act as a touch screen interface/remote. The remote that are in the market are like a mouse with right and left button, which you can not mimic the pinch to zoom functionality. Or the miss the gyro functionality which is nice for playing games.

If anyone knows of an app which can give this functionality would much appreciate it.
[Member-Found Deals] suroboyo:
The app for RK3066 is actually able to do multitouch stuffs like zooming in or out. Klik the lower left button above the "input", I've done it many times to play Angry Birds etc. This keeps me from getting GK802 and choosing to keep my MX1.
[Member-Found Deals] moshtagh:
--Where can I download this app from?

I found the app, works well but can't figure out how the right and left click works. For example playing angry birds .....how to hold/click and stretch
[Member-Found Deals] nini1:
Looking at getting the GK802 primarily for xbmc. Is this the best HD out there now for that purpose because of the quad core and HD acceleration? Is there a TVbox version of that HD with Audio out?

When it comes to the mouse, has anyone used the Mele (http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Mele...Android-smart-TV-HD-Computer-HTPC-306590.html) and can provide feedback compared to the RC11 and RC12?
[Member-Found Deals] suroboyo:
If you are on touch mode, then your device's touch screen represents the stick's screen without screenshots. You just have to do some trial-error to guess where your finger will hit when you touch your handheld. I played Mini Motor Racing several times too, using this new "touch delivery".

If a quad-core stick like GK802 supports this, and also Jelly Bean... I think I'll be among the first ones to buy.
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
A linux beta is now available for the gk802.

http://blog.geekbuying.com/index.php/2013/01/09/gk802-ubuntu-beta-firmware-download/

I've got a couple of full images up, and a fixed installation script version at:

http://www.armtvtech.com/armtvtechforum/viewforum.php?f=137
[Member-Found Deals] moshtagh:
I ended up placing an order for uhost probox2 ultimate mostly because I liked the remote

http://probox2.com/
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
I can't say you went wrong. uHost makes quality android sticks. I have a uHost UA1 and a uHost 2.

I'm still having a bit of puppy love for the GK802. Now that we have ubuntu for it with accelerated video it's just awesome to tinker and dev with.

I've got so many android sticks/boxes, but I keep going back to the GK802.

I'm going to see about getting XBMC up and running on the linux version. I'm sure the install will need a ton of work before I can even compile XBMC with the gstreamer patches.
[Member-Found Deals] stremax:
just ordered a gk802, let's hope.. just a question, i'ts bundled with the remote and an ethernet to usb adapter.. does this mean I can use the cable connection to my router to avoid the poor wi-fi performance someone posted about this stick?

and second... deadhp1 do you have a blog or site when we can dowload custom rom for this stick?

thanks
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
http://www.armtvtech.com/armtvtechforum/

We've got rooted/play store fixed firmware updates and full disk images.

We've also got full disk images of ubuntu.

I'm uploading a fixed linux version now.(working wireless). I'm still looking into getting opengl es running properly. glmark2 runs in software mode atm.

I'd highly reccomend picking up an extra micro-sd card to swap with the internal just in case. I've got 4 for each of my GK802's with multiple versions of android/linux on them.
[Member-Found Deals] player911:
Damnit deadhp1. Your not making my resistance any easier. My MK808 would be perfect if I could just pair my damn sixaxis controller.

I heard these sticks, even with built-in BT, have problems pairing more then one device at a time.

Hows FPse play on this? Did the last firmware update fix the acceleration issues. There are lots of videos showing this. A Stick that is sixaxis compatible but can't play N64 or FPse reliably isn't a good solution for me either...
[Member-Found Deals] P0ll0L0c0:
I bought the Uhost2, but with true 1080P output, and BSPlayer compatibility I'm very curious about the GK802. I have a couple of questions though.

1. Does the GK802 support EXFAT format for the memory card?

2. On your forum, one person was having trouble updating the firmware from your images - because they had a new hardware build. Were you able to confirm the problem?

Thanks.
[Member-Found Deals] matthelm:
Can anyone tell me what version of Bluetooth it has?
[Member-Found Deals] Craxx:
Today i received my gk802.

I started with the org firmware and the stick bootet fine and works with a usb mouse. Also wifi and a usb2net adapter worked fine :)

After that i take a 32GB class 10 sdcard and put the deadhp1 rooted image on the card. After that i expanded the fat32 partition with gparted (get two messages about something with kernel...pressed ignore) after finishing i started the stick with the new sdcard, but nothing goes on. So i extract with winimage a second time the rooted image to the card and put the card without making something with gparted in the stick. Now android boot up but no mouse support.

Then i expanded again the fat32 partition to the max and after that the stick didn´t boot....

So which partition i have to expand? There is no name like media in gparted??

Now with third time extracting the vhd with winamge to the card (no expand a partition) the stick boot again but no mouse support i also think i have same problem like above. The screen seems to freeze :(

Mhhhh...?

F - U - C - K stick..... :evil:

Now i bachup my org sdcard and restore the image on the 32gb class 10. After booting the stick with this it works on faster card. So now i want to update with the rooted update. B U T i press the recover button and insert the charger BUT every time android is coming up and NO recovery :evil:

This stick is a big peace of ****!!! Sorry but i am very ..... now.

Do not buy this stick until this is solved.

1. Recovery didn´t work !!!

2. Deaphp1 full image did not work!!!

So please help, how could i get root with this fu..ing stick?

H E L P please.

Craxx
[Member-Found Deals] covah:
Does it support 5Ghz .11n wlan?

In my neighbourhood the 2.4Ghz range is pretty crowded.
[Member-Found Deals] krasnoff:
Very emotional and impressive post. But... what are you waiting for? This is new device, experimenting with it is just beginning.

If there is no knowledge and skills - buy a proven and common sticks. Or keep quiet and wait.

May be this can help you with USB-mouse: http://www.hiapad.com/?p=2064
[Member-Found Deals] Craxx:
My gk802 seems to be different so a few hours ago Deadhp1 uploaded a fixed full image. I download at this moment and try tonight and report.

Sorry for me pissed entry but after hours of trying my nerves are blank.... ;)

Craxx;)

Send from my Nexus 4 with Tapatalk :)
[Member-Found Deals] Psycho77:
Ordered, curious how long it take ? Like 7-8 open day to get it ? I will mostly use it for netflix, started wondering if linux would be useful.
[Member-Found Deals] Aqua1ung:
$99? For that, I'd expect 2Gs of RAM.
[Member-Found Deals] stremax:
just received mine, sahipped from china to italy in about a week, with DHL courier, first impressions are ok, no pairing issue with the embedded remote controller, just waiting for next week to start rooting

so devs.. I'm waiting for you...
[Member-Found Deals] nini1:
I'm getting mine next week and was wondering how would i know which firmware works on which model? Also, is there a "guide" on how to expand the partition and load the latest firmware on the internal Micro SD from a win7 64?

thx!
[Member-Found Deals] csaket:
looks like its on ebay for $65

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...akeTrack=true&ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en

Its $35 less, should I take a risk? :)
[Member-Found Deals] Sun_Cat:
It shouldn't be much of a risk. It's covered by eBay Buyer Protection. Just be careful about letting too much time elapse before notifying eBay if there's a problem. I think you have 45 days, and this seller says products may take up to 25 days to arrive, so the window is small and an unscrupulous seller could keep making promises until it's too late for any redress.
[Member-Found Deals] deadhp1:
That's a great price! I might try to order another one at that price.

I worry sometimes though, because lately on ebay there have been hacked accounts selling tablets and tv stick cheap.

Those accounts are used to harvest ebay/paypal username, email address, and physical address information.

So buyer beware as usual!

In other news, Geekbuying has sent me a new android update that supports NTFS external drives now.

It's also the first update that compatible with both the 1st and 2nd production runs.

Also fixed is the missing recovery from the 2nd run of GK802.

As usual I have provided rooted/play store fixed full microsd images and rooted/play store fixed update.

They can be found over at armtvtech in the firmwares section.

The newest update is v1.65.4

The GK802 just keeps getting better.

I'm still trying to get the actual u-boot source from the factory so we can build a u-boot that will look on the external microsd for a bootscript file to boot from. That would make things much easier on the linux side. Sort of how the sabrelite dev and nitrogen6x board works.(except they have the u-boot built into the spi and ours is built into the internal microsd)
[Member-Found Deals] csaket:
Bit the bullet.

Bought it from eBay @$64.99.

I will probably get it around the second week of feb.

What accessories are a must?

Do I need a powered USB hub? I plan to use an external powered 2TB drive.

Also is it better to go for a wired connection or wireless?

Does it come with any way to control it or do I need to buy an Air Mouse sort of thing?
[Member-Found Deals] Sun_Cat:
Yes, and this seller account shows one of the characteristics of a hacked account. There's no feedback on sales of recently listed higher-priced tech products. Before this month, all sales were of fashion products. Still, a careful buyer should be able to get Buyer Protection to cover any problem. I'll be interested to see how this unfolds.
[Member-Found Deals] vinokirk:
So is this basically the best stick out at the moment?

I was looking at this one:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/JUSTOP-Android-Dual-Core-Internet-Watching/dp/B00A8FWITI

The stick mentioned in this thread works out a couple of quid cheaper.

I showed my mother My Raspberry Pi running XBMC running Navi-X and she really liked it.

I thought an Android stick running XBMC running Navi-X would be a little better for her though.