yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jinx8402:
As long as under general settings you enable "Start on Boot" it still works even after a full reboot (holding power down to turn off, not just sleep mode). It may take a minute or so, but you see a toast message at the bottom stating "Setting fake location" or something to that effect.

To enable developer options go to settings > about click the build about 10 times and it should enable it. Once enabled it will show further down the list of settings under System Preferences.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Works great. Little weird setting up fake location. I think I have it working though. It says last location doesn't say current?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ziggynet:
Can also confirm that unmodified Fire TV latest version 2.0.12.01538 APK installs and all features are fully functional over wifi on Nvidia Shield and Xiaomi MiBox. As stated, be sure to uninstall any previous versions, enable App Storage & Location permissions, and enable wifi location estimation before opening app for first time.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abuzzbuzz:
First, thank you for creating these.

I have a Shield tv. Had to update b/c it was telling me I had to. After I was getting the location message. (I'm using the modified versions)

I was able to go to apps, directv now, turn on location settings. At the time I also hit the toggle to turn off ethernet. I was able to get DirectTv working. I then turned back on ethernet and was still able to open dtvnow. So, not sure if using wifi for the first time made any difference.

I also had the having to log back in to dtvnow every now and then. Hopefully they fixed that.

I like that Guide is now on the far left. It was stupid it was on the far right.

Thanks again.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jinx8402:
Glad you have it working. I'm not sure about the location not saying current, I haven't seen that.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
Has anyone got the mobile apk working? I just can't bypass the freaking location using Nord VPN and tried many location spoofs nothing getting past it what so ever
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
You'll want to try floater and set both the GPS and wifi gps in floater to the same location as your VPN exit point.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] esema1o:
How can I use DirecTV app on my nvidia shield???not the DirecTV now....
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
Thanks for that
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
Tried floater seems it jumps back and forth between current and mocked location and dtv now seems to find my phone either way can you confirm the method works for your mobile?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Black SER:
Unmodified..Does this mean I have to install the amazon store? I have the MiBox 8.0. I tried opening the previous version of DTVnow and it said I needed to update. dang it
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ziggynet:
Amazon store not needed. PM me and I'll send u the apk that works on MiBox 8.0...
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Runa99:
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[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Doing this and talking about it could eventually lead to dtv crippling the app if the device is in developer mode.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dcfnet:
Confirmed on Nvidea Shield usually wired connection only(usually). Using the latest Modified STABLE release as of today.

- Uninstalled Directv Now app

- Turned OFF Ethernet

- Connected to WiFi

- Nividia Shield settings - Personal -> Location -> use WiFi to estimate location.

- Restarted device for drill

- Installed latest Modified STABLE software. DON'T OPEN after install

- Settings -> Apps -> DirectvNow -> Enable both storage and location permissions

- Launch app and sign in

- Switch back to Ethernet

After two reboots, I can launch the latest Modified STABLE app without being hassled by the location error, or installing any other software. I'm in the US. By the way, the audio/video mismatch is still present, but seems a little better. Maybe wishful thinking :)
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] marc.ientilucci:
so instead of using adb, i found a different GPS faker app (https://apkpure.com/fake-gps/com.blogspot.newapphorizons.fakegps).

Enable Developer mode

install the app from the link i posted

in developer settings, choose the Fake GPS for mock locations

i found that you'll need the coordinates, so head over to google maps on your phone / pc and get the latitude and longitude of where you'd like to set your location

open the Fake GPS app and search - plug in your coordinates.

click start

profit
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Black SER:
Why is this guy asking for a PM? Unsure why he doesn't post a link. has anyone tried his version? I just want to know will I need the Amazon store for the OP version. Does unmodified mean Amazon needed?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
Modified means Amazon store not needed, and if you really need the Amazon app store apk. Just downloaded it from my MediaFire folder it's already included on there. It's probably not the latest update but will work. The apk is located in the unmodified DirecTV now folder . FAQ has info as well.

You may also need to install the beta version of the directv now app for it to work on the mibox. Betas is also listed on my mediafire site

https://m.mediafire.com/folder/ezc6ki36dp34f/Apps
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Black SER:
Thank you Achilles....I prefer the modified version (non amazon), but I got confused. I was on an entirely different older version (o1265) and have since bookmarked your mediafile directory to keep up with the latest modified version.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ranova:
i keep getting logged out every 1 to 2 days. Any fix around this?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ziggynet:
I’m a jr member and as such unable to post attachments or links (I couldn’t figure out how to anyway) I was merely providing feedback confirming ACHILLES32’’s Amazon Firestick latest version of DTVN works on NV shield & Mibox.

BTW: Many thanks to ACHILLES32...
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abuf:
I have noticed that the latest version of the app requires your to login every time you restart the Shield and when the app crashes.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Johnny14o:
I have the same problem. BUT, I have noticed that as long as I EXIT the DirecTV Now app BEFORE shutting down the Shield, it doesn't prompt for a login the next time I turn on my TV. Problem seems to happen consistently when shutting down everything while the DirecTV Now app is running.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tobycth3:
Also came here to see if anything can be done about the new Hulu App as well
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
As of now I'm now aware of a workaround. I can try again to see if it might work. Not sure if the released any newer updates. But the last 2 times I installed the Hulu app to try it , still wasn't working.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Johnny14o:
Not to sound stupid, but why would someone want/need to use the FireTV version of Hulu on the Shield TV when Hulu is available for the Shield TV already?

I use it all the time with no problems.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abuf:
The inability to switch profiles is a big issue. There are numerous features missing in the Shield version as it has not been updated for a long time.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
Apparently the Hulu version on the shield tv is outdated.

Edit , looks like I was late with the reply lol
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] novawaly:
Not the most major issue but does the volume slider not work for you guys on the nvidia when using the Direct TV now app?

It always says "This app is set for surround sound. Use the TV remote to adjust the volume". Ive looked all over the settings but dont see anything related to surround sound etc. The weird thing is when I watch my DVRed shows, the volume slider on the remote works just fine.

I was wondering if this happens to anyone else and if there is a fix for it? Im using 2.0.12.01538
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ranova:
In addition to what others have said, the Android TV hulu app doesnt support Live TV, whereas the FireTV version does
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] noclue41:
Yep, this worked for me! Glad I checked this thread before I adb-ed. Much thanks.

Side note: is it normal that DirecTV Now does not have local channels on Android TV? Even with 'fake' good location?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] marc.ientilucci:
You need to check their website to see what local channels they offer in your market.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
Some of you might be interested in reading this.

https://www.cordcuttersnews.com/dir...release-a-streaming-player-called-the-osprey/
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] noclue41:
I think this by design. My 4 locals appear in my Apple TV and on phones/tablets. But don't appear on Android TV or in Chrome on my MacBook. I suspect licensing agreements.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] safarial:
It's in the Shield settings. I can't remember exactly where, but there is a setting in the system settings for surround sound that needs to be set to "never" to allow the slider to work.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] HDCowboy:
I noticed the same thing when using AT&T's WatchTV app which is supposed to be a spin off of DirectTV Now, what I wound up doing was going into the Shield settings > Display & Sound > and then Volume Control and Change IR Setup, and set it up where my Volume Control now controls the sound on my stereo system. You can just as well set it up where it controls the volume on your TV as well.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rugene:
local channels on Shield

I'm new to the thread.....

after reading the thread, I get the impression that the beta Directv NOW app may not support local channels on Shield?

I am thinking of giving it a try (local channels on the released roku app are supported for me)

However, it would be a deal breaker if local channels are not available on the shield.

In any case, what's the skinny on when and if the Directv NOW app for shield will be released?

thanks
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] amaddux:
I get all my locals on the Shield using the sideloaded Amazon app
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Phishy71411:
Downloaded the app with mod to avoid downloading Amazon storefront.

Keep getting error that DirecTV needs to know location so it can work. What is the best way to get around this? Can't get floater to work cause it needs overlay permission, which I can't figure out on the shield TV.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] esema1o:
Ther small blur in the first 20 sec when u change channel then go always

Anyone havin this problem or just me
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] amaddux:
I enabled the app location permission and made sure the shield setting for network location was enabled, but I'm using the unmodded version. Early on I had too many issues with the modded version.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] esema1o:
Ther new update version

2.0.13.01184
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abuf:
According to Amazon, the latest version is 2.0.12.01538 (August 24). The version you stated is for Android mobile, not Android TV.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jinx8402:
On Shield and MiBox you should be able to just set app permissions to allow location services. Only the Sony Bravia TVs need to use a mock location app, because it appears it is a firmware issue of the OS no pulling the wifi location for apps that require it.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
Can anyone confirm this method that are outside the u.s?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] vesati:
Yeah, I'm done with DirecTV Now.

It's been interesting trying to keep it working on my Android TV, but all the bugs, and the fact that it STILL isn't officially supported, and then the price increase...

No. It's just not worth it to me anymore.

Good luck to you all still hanging in there.

I hope it pays off.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
Follow these steps that dcfnet posted

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I'll uploaded the latest release when it comes out they tend the be either a few days apart or are release same day. But as abuf stated the current version up is the latest
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shoman94:
Something I found. If I close the app while watching The Weather Channel, the next time I go to open it and it loads TWC when I open the app... . It crashes within 10 seconds back to the home screen. I have to quickly change the channel then I can go back and it doesn't crash.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] glyphx:
Is the audio just static for anyone else or is that just me? Using stable version 2.0.12.01538
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
Ok found the best method for everyone to get around the location issues

Step 1 download app cloner

Step 2 put the dtv now apk on your phone (don't install it just put it on sd card)

Step 3 open app cloner and find your dtv now apk click it and under the privacy settings go-to spoof location

Set it where you want hit CLONE

Done! It won't be a issue ever again even with the future updates !

P.s app cloner is a paid app I suggest everyone buy it for future releases of dtv now
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] IcerJo:
After I enabled the location and storage my dtvnow has worked perfectly I didn't have to do anything else.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
I am outside the u.s hence why that was not working for me lol I live in the U.s just not there ATM so watching it outside was a trick ? but that method worked best and didn't require floater spoof etc
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] noclue41:
After a couple weeks, it works, but Fake GPS doesn't stay active. Seems to turn itself off after a few days. Not a biggy, but have to go to Settings to open the app.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skyrocket2Paradise:
How did you get around the device lock when its cloned on your phone but installed on the shield? Or did you manually enter the device id into the clone?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
Buy the premium features of app cloner

Then download the dtv now apk from the links in this thread

Put it on your mobile phone (don't install it on your phone just put on internal storage ) go-to app cloner open it

Go-to the file tab and click the + icon choose pick from file find your dtv now apk

It will open the settings for cloning then scroll down to privacy option click it go down to location spoof click it

Pick your location it will save it then click the tick to clone it

Once it's cloned go-to cloned apks tab hit the 3 dot menu on your cloned app and choose save file

Then move the apk to your usb stick via PC and install it on your shield and open it up delete any other dtv now apps off your shield

There should be no device lock now
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skyrocket2Paradise:
That's weird.. I followed your steps exactly and I still have device lock. My first try I was missing the last step because I had set it to auto save into my downloads folder.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
I will do a video tonight for you so you can see step by step might make it easier for everyone
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] antigravity:
You my friend are a legend. Latest version of the app now working down under. Many thanks!
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
Your welcome mate enjoy! This method will work for the future updates also so just rinse and repeat when there's a new version uploaded here

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I have a video done for you won't let me upload it here so I will upload to YouTube this week for you
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Skyrocket2Paradise:
Cool thank you
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abuf:
Update released: Version: 2.0.13.01270

Apparently the pause bug has been fixed in the latest update.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
I'll upload it tonight or tomorrow morning

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] troyhough:
Many Thanks!
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abuf:
Major issues with 2.0.13.01270. The "Got it" page stays onscreen while audio from the TV channel plays in the background. Back on 12.01538 for the time being.

Edit: downloaded wrong version. Works now, thanks to Achilles.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
Latest update !!

it seems to work for me no issues here did you try the fire tv version or mobile one ?

Latest Version Updated both verisons are up on mediafire

https://m.mediafire.com/folder/ezc6ki36dp34f/Apps

IMPORTANT : allow both permissions (stoarge/location) but also under location enable use wifi to estimate location

What's new in version 2.0.13.01270

· Added Parental Controls under settings, follow STD TV & Movie guidelines

· Performance improvements and bug fixes

IMPORTANT : allow both permissions (stoarge/location) but also under location enable use wifi to estimate location
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] abuf:
Your version worked on my shield. Thats odd, i may have downloaded the wrong version initially. Cheers!
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wakeen1966:
There is still a very noticeable delay (lag) on USA just like all the previous versions. The other channels seem just fine.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] esema1o:
Ther no file can u upload other site
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] IcerJo:
You may have to go back a couple pages, as early/late as he posted pending if he slept or not he May have posted the incorrect path ?

Here's the correct link https://m.mediafire.com/folder/ezc6ki36dp34f/Apps
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
[emoji23][emoji23] I did post the incorrect link, has been corrected lol

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] esema1o:
Why when change in channels the channel look blurry for like 10 sec then look fine or just me ?????
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Johnny14o:
It's just you. Time for a visit to the eye doctor....

... seriously though. I'm not experiencing any of that anymore. I remember it did it ALL the time on much earlier versions.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] esema1o:
Maybe my internet connection cuz igot 100 mg

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On my phone do same thing and on my nvidia shield fo what the hell goin on
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
I got the same issue . It's a bit pixelated and then it's fine.

100mb connection aswell . That's plenty for some smooth streams , I'm 100 % convinced it's the latest version that's causing it.

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] esema1o:
Thanks men iwas ready to check my eyes with dr not no more jejeje
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] marc.ientilucci:
Anyone try the newest version on Sony?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] whiteboi-hakz:
Question can you get me the Hulu app with the live channels feature that works on shield?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
Unfortunately not , the fire TV app refuses to load on the shield tv just crashes on launch. I'll try the app again tomorrow evening and let you know.

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] esema1o:
How many live channels hulu have
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
Less than direct TV , two required channels I always look for. Are Velocity TV( car shows). And NBC SN ( sports) . Almost all have NBC SN but only direct TV now was velocity

https://www.hulu.com/live-tv

So the Hulu app still fails to launch on the shield TV , they must have some device or compatibility check included in the code of the app.

Here is the link if you still want to try to download it.

https://m.mediafire.com/folder/9pgg7vk2pxrxz
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] troyhough:
It's just buffering so there is no delay. Starts immediately with the lower quality stream, buffers the higher, then switches over to it. It has done this forever on all my streaming devices, including 3 Shields. 1GB fiber connection here.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kls629:
can the fire tv apk still be sideloaded through ES?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] troyhough:
as far as i know. i use solid explorer.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kls629:
had read a couple pages back that directv now fire tv apk request location

what is the current most stable version?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] troyhough:
yes so turn it on under settings.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
Latest Version Updated both verisons are up on mediafire

https://m.mediafire.com/folder/ezc6ki36dp34f/Apps

IMPORTANT : allow both permissions (stoarge/location) but also under location enable use wifi to estimate location

What's new in version 2.0.13.01270

· Added Parental Controls under settings, follow STD TV & Movie guidelines

· Performance improvements and bug fixes

IMPORTANT : allow both permissions (stoarge/location) but also under location enable use wifi to estimate location

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shoman94:
I'm confused.... Why did you repost the same version?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Johnny14o:
He did it to help people (new and longtimers) find the link without going 3 pages back.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] srmd72:
New app version was released yesterday..version 2.0.13.03271..could you please help us?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] troyhough:
proof? link? version?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] srmd72:
amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01J62Q632/ref=mw_dp_mpd?pd=1&qid=1538698314&sr=8-1[/url]

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The new version is very smooth on the fire tv .. hopefully it will be the same on the shield ..I do not know how to modify the fire tv apk ..
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] troyhough:
Nice. Thanks for sharing!

Anyone know how to modify the APK so the Amazon store isn't needed?
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ACHILLES R32:
I'll upload the latest versions tomorrow night.

The FAQ , should have the info there . You also need to be rooted . FAQ located in my mediafire folder

And the last two release loaded fine without modification . But I still removed the app store verification just in case .

So if you extract the fire TV apk it should work just fine.

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] srmd72:
The regular android apk also works but it requires a keybord and a mouse ..I am guessing we are very close to an official android tv release.
[Shield Android TV Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] troyhough:
I may be wrong, but I think it could have been released "officially" a long time ago. My bet is Apple paid a nice chunk of cash to have it "not work" on Android TV and Chromecast via Shield TV.