yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] anubisno1:
There is an app in PlayStore "Daydream Launcher" .... You need to sideload it. And once you Set your Daydream. You Just need to Start the Daydream Launcher app and Daydream Starts.

Its Not Automatic, but Can be started manually. But you have to have sideload launcher because the app doesn't show in apps.

Can I somehow create a shortcut in app drawer to that app? Or simple shortcut to start the daydream. Maybe there is another app...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rarelyamson:
Thanks for the response. Can't believe they disabled it. Its available on all Sony's!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] abrahamrajan:
Dear friend, i purchased philips smart tv 1 week before..android 4.4 model#43PFT6110/56 and no play store and youtube..is there any chance to install both.i installed both through usb but not working..open then crashed..any idea..is there any root program to fix..if iam wrong help..thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dorio:
Is there any app that reboots the TV on demand for android TV 5?

I have a sideloaded app that after a while losts internet connection and works again only after an reboot. It's a pain to power off and on the tv every time.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kalinskym:
Guys! To disable Philips Collections bar or also known as Philips Apps Tray at top of Android TV leanback launcher. All you have to do is find leanbackcustomizer in System Apps or Running Apps and turn off its notifications which can be turned off at button of the menu when you click on the service.

I couldn't find a single source which mentioned these steps to take to disable Philips bloatware. I figured these out on own. I am not aware of any other methods that has the same results.

Enjoy your less of a pain Android TV by Philips

Hope this helps.

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To disable recommendations, disable org.droidtv.nett_launcherapp in system apps or running apps. Hope this also helps debloat your Philips Android TV to a manageable level. However, this doesn't get rid of the recommendations field only apps that shows up.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] byhayati:
anyone try beta Upgrade_QV151E_0.6.24.0.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kalinskym:
Could it be Nougat?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] tomeko12:
No, it's 2 months old firmware with Android 5.1 and HEVC via DVB-S support.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] junioreks:
Hello,

I need your support - I have philips android tv 8109 and I connect 32Gb hard disk to TV. I install apps on it and it work fine but apps need to download files and there is an error (not enough space) Probably default storage is internal memory.

How to change default storage place from internal to external memory?

Please HELP.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] henson0115:
Thinks it's a bug, I factory reset mine and installed the hard drive whilst there was more space, after doing so I never saw the not enough space issue again. The hard drive acts as internal storage but if you do it whilst low on space, it permanently thinks there's low storage.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Warmwasser:
Hi guys,

is there a chance to root a 2016 Philips TV with Firmware QM163e.0.1.15.64 (Software from November 2016) ?

What i already tried is kingroot but the app said it could not root the device.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] d00lar:
is there any way that we can disable 'recomendations' in main louncher menu?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] yahyayyash:
Question: As you have now root access , is it possible to retrieve/backup signing certificates that opens up the way to custom firmware's? If so, might it be the same certificate is used for the other models?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mezanu:
New firmware QV151E_R0.5.38.150 (software publish-date: December 12, 2016)

Replacer for the 5.38.117 , please coment!

The change log:

QV151E_R0.5.38.150 (software publish-date: December 12, 2016)

- Replacer for the 5.38.117

- Stability improvements

- Improvements after Reinstall TV

- Improvements for Ambilight + Hue

- Improvements installation Russian Satellite

- Improved translations

Spain download:

http://www.philips.es/c-p/65PUS7600...t-en-3-lados-y-pixel-precise-ultra-hd/soporte
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Dovlaa:
thank you so much for this! That entire row of apps was pissing me off so much, all of it is pure garbage. Now they are finally gone for good :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] gborfitz:
Guys, I'm new on Andoid TV. Bought an 40pug6700 two month ago and last night it reboots spontaneusly and get into a bootloop.

Please help me. I'd got my cellphones on bootloops a lot of times but this is crazy, there's only one fisical button on the TV and I can't find the way the get into recovery or something... I don't know

Hope you guys can help me with this.

Thanks in advance!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] aatoma:
Hard reset/security code

Hi all, hope this is the right thread.

Does anybody know how to get around a lost security code (or PIN) for my Philips 50PUT6400?

I can't remember changing it, but the default one (8888) doesn't work.

It keeps asking me for the code when I try a new channel scan and, of course, I cannot reinstall the TV since that requires the security code as well

Is there anything like a physical reset button?

Other tricks?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] leandrotsampa:
Hi guys, somerone know a method to force enable SimulView mode on Sony Android TV?

I have model XBR-X855C, very thanks.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ubeyaz:
Hello friends. The Puk7100 model watches the ntfs yada fat32 when 4 gb usb flash memory is installed. Why do you have no visibility when HDD is inserted? Could you help.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] exit-1:
More applications in Google Play Store

Hi to all,

Recently bought Philips TV 32PFS6401/12.

Not sure if Google Play Store version is same as on Android smartphones as It seems to me they crippled the choice somehow.

I have installed several apps but I can't find all the apps I want and it really drives me crazy.

Anyone here who knows a solution?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Mike0505:
Install ES file manager in TV, download apks, not from google play in computer, copy to usb stick and install it trought Es file explorer in tv . good luck :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] CoolApps:
40PUT6400/12 (QM152E) ADB, Fastboot and potential root information

I had posted some information about the TV I currently own some time ago but on a not-so active thread. I'll repost it here but with some additional information outside of that after. It could be useful.

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I should probably share my discoveries so far with the QM152E.

I was able to access the device via ADB over the network ever since that one firmware that appeared to have enabled it. When I ADB reboot to the bootloader, it takes me to fastboot mode (requires a USB A male to USB A male cable from the TV to the PC). When it takes me to this mode, there can be a graphical glitch at first.

I did a test flash of the recovery image using the one found in '/system/boot'. There was a notice about there being no max download size being reported by the device and gone ahead and flashed the image successfully.

I had noticed that the TV would remain in fastboot even if you replug it. It would try booting back into the system if a fastboot reboot is done. So if yours ends up stuck on the Philips logo, be sure to have that cable ready and have it plugged in, replug the power and then issue the command when you want to get out of that mode.

As far as KingRoot 5.0.1 goes, it either fails or results in a kernel panic (as reported by the system).

So, it would go like this (from 'getprop'):

[sys.droidtv.bootreason]: [panic]
[sys.droidtv.bootreason_kernel]: [kernel panic]

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Now, recently I have been looking into privilege escalation vulnerabilities that could be exploited with the security patch and kernel the unit currently uses. For you know, root.

Eventually I went with Dirty COW (CVE-2016-5195). Specifically using the exploit from the GitHub user 'timwr'.

While the exploitation was successful, it was discovered that SELinux was getting in a way (which is an issue with the Android version of the exploit when it comes to newer versions of Android). If you wish to have a look at the data such as the information I had dug up about the unit and the results, the GitHub issue is here.

These are just the few things I had discovered about the unit.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] slaxas:
Philips 32PFS6401/12 boot device directly to android tv home screen

Hi to all Android Tv users and guru's

I use Philips 32PFS6401/12 for IPTV only.

Problem is when I turn on my tv it boot directly to HDMI 1 input screen.

I dont have any HDMI or other input sources connected to my tv, it is only connected to Wifi.

For viewing IPTV I need go to android tv home screen and launch IPTV aplication.

Question: is it possible to boot device directly to android tv home screen or run custom application on device startup???

I sorry for dumb question, it seems to be very simple, but i can't find information about this ;(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] exit-1:
I installed the apk successfully and I can find it in downloaded application folder BUT... I am unable to have it among the other installed applications from Google Play Store. that are listed in main menu like widgets. It obviously sits somewhere else. Is there any way I can have it among main apks widget?

I really don't understand why Philips crippled Play Store??
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Mike0505:
If some apk is not supported by Phillips than it is not listed in home page. You can start it from Es file manager Apk's or other way to install: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cetusplay.remotephone

on your mobile device and on Tv , pair it and then in app in mobile remote a listed all apks witch are installed in tv. From there you can open , install or deinstall. Its important that in tv install app Cetus play for Tv which is listed in google play store in tv
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] r1ch42:
Hellp me please root my Philips 40PUT6400

How can I get root to my Philips 40PUT6400
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ondrejvaroscak:
You can't. Simple as that. There may be a temporary root available after lot of work with some recent exploits, but firmware in 6400 series is verity-dm protected.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kingchris:
Hello, is someone with a rooted TV able to upload org.droidtv.ambihue for me somewhere.

i would like to investigate how the tv is conected to the HUE light system.

i own a 55PUF6850 with android. unfortunatelly neighter ambiehue nor the TV-remote are able to find the TV

thank you very much
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ozontec:
I think you can dump the files via ADB.

adb pull /system/app/ambilighthue/ .
pull: building file list...
pull: /system/app/ambilighthue/arm/ambilighthue.odex -> ./arm/ambilighthue.odex
pull: /system/app/ambilighthue/ambilighthue.apk -> ./ambilighthue.apk
2 files pulled. 0 files skipped.
1635 KB/s (1442251 bytes in 0.860s)

I got root on my 49PUS6501 device. Here the folder ambihuecommon and ambilighthue from /system/app.

Have fun and share your investigations ;).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
Is there any tutorial how to root TV?

Do you have often reboots? Sometimes when I start some stream Netflix, kodi, dlna and stream does not start, TV reboots...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ozontec:
I use the DirtyCow exploid from https://xdaforums.com/android/software-hacking/root-tool-dirtycow-apk-adb-t3525120

It is not permanent and unstable. But a get a root shell and su.

Only if i use apps with root. The TV restart and works fine again.

I would be happy if the droidmote server would run stable.

I think you should use this root method only to discover the device. But apart from that it looks good times already.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
My wife just started YouTube and it rebooted again. After reboot it works OK. Maybe I have installed some app which is causing this. Still it should not happen.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kingchris:
thank you [MENTION=1391069]ozontec[/MENTION] for sharing.

like i expected the files are odexed, so may you please be so kind and puss respective framework*.apk for me too (i guess also 2 akp's)

thank you very muuch
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ChewyLV:
Have no much time to read through - quick question - anyone have seen any work around custom rom? Before buying didnt expect that android tv is such a fail. before had tv box with android - thats was handy but os in 49PUS6501 is such a let down.. :(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
Is there any browser which can bi installed that supports html5?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kalinskym:
You could try Puffin TV browser. It's by far the best browser available on Android TV: https://www.reddit.com/r/AndroidTV/comments/5orvqa/puffin_android_tv_browser_has_anyone_tried_it/

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What don't you like about Android TV experience on your Philips TV? I'm absolutely loving it when disabling bloatware, it's soo much more snappy than Sony Android TV experience.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
How can I disable bloatware?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mezanu:
+1
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kalinskym:
Taken from my previous post:Guys! To disable Philips Collections bar or also known as Philips Apps Tray at top of Android TV leanback launcher. All you have to do is find leanbackcustomizer in System Apps or Running Apps and turn off its notifications which can be turned off at button of the menu when you click on the service.*

I couldn't find a single source which mentioned these steps to take to disable Philips bloatware. I figured these out on own. I am not aware of any other methods that has the same results.*

Enjoy your less of a pain Android TV by Philips*

Also To disable recommendations, disable org.droidtv.nett_launcherapp in system apps or running apps. Hope this also helps debloat your Philips Android TV to a manageable level. However, this doesn't get rid of the recommendations field only apps that shows up.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
Txn Bro!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] tomekbyrzs:
Hi

Does anyone have the QM152E_000.005.234.014 firmware to Philips 55puh6400/88 tv ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kassy_ok:
Looks like there is a 6.0.1 update for pus6561 ?, downloading now
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
Same here. I hope it will solve restart problem which I have...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kassy_ok:
It sould, if not maybe take it to warranty?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
It seems like software problem. Let's see...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Kinepx:
Thanks!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
It seems to me that it is obviously faster. No reboots 'till now.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kassy_ok:
That's good news. I can see that netflix has hdr signal, but i can't see much of a difference. Can you see any difference between hdr and non hdr videos in netflix?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
I have 55pus6501/32 which does not have hw for HDR
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Dovlaa:
The bluetooth on my TV keeps turning off whenever I turn the TV on...I bought a bluetooth keyboard so that I can use youtube more easily and every time I turn the TV on I have to re-enable bluetooth in the settings. Does anyone know how to fix this?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ovso:
I've got combo wireless keyboard and mouse via USB receiver and works every time. I had to position USB receiver closer to the edge of the TV as the reception was week when it was placed directly in USB port. Not using Bluetooth at all...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Dovlaa:
sadly that doesn't help me because the keyboard is Bluetooth only and there's no USB receiver...the TV itself has bluetooth but it turns off every time I turn the TV off
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ovso:
It is firmware bug for sure, you should report it to Philips or it will never be fixed... I've noticed similar thing with wifi. When I disable it next time TV turns on sure wifi is enabled... I do not need wifi on as I use Ethernet connection, but no harm :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] sweetohmygod:
49pus6561

Cheers guys, glad i finally found a forum topic where i can post regarding the TV option, except the Philips forum which has more questions then answers.

I am the Owner of a 49PUS6561 Philips and only upgraded last night to QM163E_U_0.6.152.0 . At first, i actually was terrified to upgrade due to the fact that people keep saying that Kodi has lag. Decided to take my chances, installed and there it was, full glory lag in Kodi (16.1).

I guess i was lucky, after reinstalling the Kodi build i had no lag on image whatsoever so thats that. But i have a few questions, maybe you guys stumbled upon them.

The former android build (v5) Netflix wasn't working, youtube wouldn't accept casts anymore and it was waaaaaay too sluggish. But for now it seems ok with v6.0.1.

I have 2 issues still with it. Did you guys ever do a speed test, wireless or wired on the TV? it always caps at 7 Mbps, regardless of the connection type (i have UPC 500 Mbps connections to whom it may concern and different tests on different devices confirm this). Did you guys have similar issues?

The other pressing issue is that i keep hear people popping up the fact that the screen now runs at 50Hz, and i don't know why or where they found that out? do you guys know and/or noticed anything?

Thanks in advance and happy to write and be here!!

PS: regarding the bloatware, ill give it a shot tonight.

PPS:The first thing i noticed after the install and/or reboot the whole UI is sluggish, but after 10 minutes it stabilizes... or maybe there's apps in the background that kill it.

PPPS: Did anyone find out a working HBO GO app for Europe on Android TV?

PPPPS: Did anyone find out how to cast a PC using the former WiDi protocol to the philips tv?

PPPPPS: For anyone searching how to sideload a bunch of apps to Philips TV, i don't know if it's been posted, download CetusPlay from Google Play, install it on your phone, Google Play and install it on your TV also, run it on your TV, sync both phone and tv through the app. This is a really nice app that can be used as a keyboard, mouse, and more importantly, it has a lot of apps in Cetus app center that you can sideload on your TV directly from your phone! Give it a try.

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Did you sync your phone with the TV? My TV changed the code to the 4 digit code from my phone used to unlock it. hope it helps
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] MareleVlad:
Hi,

I recommend you to install the RC version of Kodi 17.

Kodi 17 is in release candidate and much better and nicer on Android TV than final version of Kodi 16.1.

You need to enroll as beta tester for Kodi in Play Store, and then you can update your Kodi to the fresh new release candidate of Kodi 17.

No settings will be lost.

Good luck and let's hope that Android TV 6 will arrive also on PUS7600 :(

Cheers,

Vlad
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] upthe¡rons:
Hi, I've installed"developer tools" but I can't see the option "show more apps on Google play" can you help me?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Rajnus:
Me neither
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mezanu:
+1

other pus7600 user :(
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Gryx:
Guys i was using a USB stick for movies with Kodi. The usb stick was mounted as sda1. After a format of the usb stick, it's not mounted anymore as sda and not able to find it now in Kodi or any other movie player (MX player, VLC). I can't remember if i did something in the past to get it shown up as sda1.

Who knows how i can mount the usb stick as sda1 again?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Mike0505:
If You formated it as ntfs then is not visible to Tv . Must be formated as fat32 or fat to be visible
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] junioreks:
USB app data

Hello,

I have philips tv 8109 - how to set up default download appdata directory to usb?

I have already installed apps on external hdd but e.x. minions rush need to download additional data and there is no free space *in fact in external memory all is free) - How to download that files from installed apps to HDD?

Thanks for replay
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] blop135:
I bought a Philips 50PUH6400 4K tv, first I must say I'm very disapointed by the fact that the interface is only in 720p, not 4k or at least 1080p, that's pretty lame. But my question is that I read somewhere that they ended the updates for this TV, anyone have news about this?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] derath:
QM152E_000.005.234.014 (Date published: 2016-07-26)

Anyone have this FW for Philips 50PUT6400 50"?

Current firmware QM152E_5.255.114 has like 1sec audio out of sync.... goosh

got it,
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] 3miel:
50PFT6550/12 android in native full hd 1920x1080 with native kodi, youtube & others

50PFT6550/12 android in full hd 1920x1080 with native kodi and youtube and others apps in FullHD resolution

so from yesterday I got Philips 50PFT6550/12 with android working in native FullHD 1920x1080 resolution

so for other how to do that:

1. download and install hxxps://developer.android.com/studio/index.html Android Studio ( i didn't have time to look other smaller version just of "adb" )

2. install android studio and find this "adb.exe" that my path "D:\Users\YOURUSERNAME\AppData\Local\Android\sdk1\platform-tools" but normally you should have it on drive C:\

3. pres windows + R and type cmd, after that go to your location if its in drive c:\ just paste this command and change for your user name or your proper location

cd C:\Users\YOURUSERNAME\AppData\Local\Android\sdk1\platform-tools

if it on other drive change typing

d:

and repeat command from above with right path

4. when we are in good location just start our program to connect to TV typing:

adb start-server

find ip of your tv (somwhere in setting -> wireless and network -> wired or wifi -> view network settings and put right

adb connect 10.0.0.XXX:5555

or

adb connect 192.168.0.XXX:5555

now accept connection on TV by remote control

adb shell

wm size 1920x1080

change resolution

wm density 320

change density text&icons looks bigger

reboot

restart TV

if something is wrong use this commands

wm size reset

reset resolution

wm density 213

change density to normal

that's all

if i make some mistake plz correct me and i'll edit post

thank you and god save the xda
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] shaggie76:
Increase emulated memory

I have just 1,5 gb emulated storage space in my Philips 7909 which is nearly all used for preinstalled and uninstallable apps. Lack of storage prevents Kodi to start. Does anyone know how to increase the emulated storage size? Thanx!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Reversedhex:
Read the thread or the manual.

"By default the usb sticks you plug in is read-only for user apps. However there is in option in the settings to re-format it. This will result in an XFS formatted, read-write mounted stick where you could even outsource your apps."

manual
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dimival:
Of course, I have done this immediately. Otherwise, I cant access my playlists.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] gunnm92:
Remote by Http request

Hi,

I search a way to pilot my android TV (philips 8809) by http remote.

If you have an idea :)

Best regards
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] dimival:
Hi, has anyone tried to install firmware from another series to 7 series? For example, from 8 or 9 series? I believe they are better than the 7 series. I have pus7909 and I am not happy with the firmware.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Giacoz81:
kodi

same thing to me , after restart the TV kodi not works and i must reinstall it.....:(

Google play also not works.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Reversedhex:
Try to refresh the app cache.