yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Honusnap:
Ok problem solved, backup 4Gb of kodi on SYnology, rest to factory, setup TV, backup restore .. done

Rants : Those dumb Google morons are making it harder and harder to make backup, they SHOULD have some security on certain applications (bank for example) BUT NOT on simple non important apps like kodi and let us backup easily our datas. I got enough to take hours each time to root my devices to be able to use Titanium .. it's ANNOYING.

Here are the Apk tthat has been removed wiuth no negative effect (for now)

# TCL Smart TV Pro Disabled applications

air.jp.co.fujitv.fodviewer.tv

au.com.stan.and

com.amazon.amazonvideo.livingroom

com.apple.atve.androidtv.appletv

com.canal.android.canal

com.disney.disneyplus

com.google.android.katniss

com.google.android.videos

com.mediatek.AirplayAPK

com.netflix.ninja

com.tcl.accessibility

com.tcl.airplay2

com.tcl.android.webview

com.tcl.assistant

com.tcl.browser

com.tcl.channelplus

com.tcl.dashboard

com.tcl.esticker

com.tcl.eva

com.tcl.gallery

com.tcl.gamebar

com.tcl.inputmethod.international

com.tcl.logkit

com.tcl.messagebox

com.tcl.MultiScreenInteraction_TV

com.tcl.notereminder

com.tcl.partnercustomizer

com.tcl.smartalexa

com.tcl.t_solo

com.tcl.ttvs

com.tcl.tv # If you disable this one you will not be able to switch off the TV with the remote (and certainly more)

com.tcl.tv.tclhome_passive

com.tcl.tvinput

com.tcl.ui_mediaCenter

com.tcl.usercenter

com.tcl.waterfall.overseas

fr.francetv.pluzz

fr.m6.m6replay

jp.happyon.android

jp.unext.tv.player

tv.abema

tv.molotov.app

tv.wuaki.apptv
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hristoslav2:
put in first post

TCL телевизори (инфо на първа страница) - Страница 106

ТЕСТ: TCL 75QLED870 (C745) https://www.lydogbillede.dk/test/tv/...870-75qled870/ https://www.zhihu.com/tardis/zm/art/...source_id=1003 https://www.zhihu.com

forum.setcombg.com
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Post me location in official TCL web page....

Also not in first post is like C841...C849 and similar versions.....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hristoslav2:
stasiof

https://www.lcd-compare.com/

Televisori TCL - 4K UHD - QLED - MiniLED - Google TV - TCL Italy

Stai cercando un nuovo TV? Noi abbiamo quello che fa per te! Scopri i nuovi Google TV TCL e prova una nuova esperienza di intrattenimento!

www.tcl.com

TV

www.tcl.com

https://www.amazon.es/TCL-55C641-Accelerator-Vision-Atmos-Powered/dp/B0BY2CW3TH/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1698085843&refinements=p_89%3ATCL&rnid=1692911031&s=electronics&sr=1-1

https://www.amazon.it/50C649-Ultra-Smart-HDR-Google/dp/B0C36QDV82/ref=sr_1_21?__mk_it_IT=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=TCL&qid=1698086793&s=electronics&sr=1-21&th=1
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] reg66:
Do you know about manners? Lose the attitude!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Not interested in Amazon sale....as I posted above about C841 or C849....

First page follows global and Europe TCL web page.

Country by country, can have they own similar models, what is impossible to list them all.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hristoslav2:
stasiof

These are exclusive variations of the standard offline model for various chain retailers and online stores. All of them are hardware identical to it. Accordingly, the software/firmware is the same.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
I know this. :D
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] etg21:
Does anybody knows whats the different between 55c635 and 55c639?

And is it possible to useh the firmware from 635 on 639?

Thx
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mariosbbs:
Hello, I've 2 main problems :

on 55C725 with ATV and GTV (tested all fw versions)

1) none of the VPN apps (tested NordVPN, FastestVPN, CyberGhost, IPVanish, PureVPN and ExpressVPN + OpenVPN and VPN Client Pro app using .ovpn files ) are able to AUTOSTART !

2) all stop working suddenly

it can happen immediately, it can happen after a few minutes or after 30 minutes or more

everything has been tested on other peripherals ( Nvidia Shield TV, Shield TV PRO, Firestick 4k MAX, MI BOX 2s...) and there are no problems

it seems crazy to me

and at this point I think the problem depends on the way TCL has to create the various versions of Android TV and Google TV ! So I want to switch to miniled but absolutely changing SmartTV manufacturers. Can anyone advise me which brand to get ? Thanks
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hristoslav2:
https://www.lcd-compare.com/index.php?action=compare&TCL55C631=on&TCL55C633=on&TCL55C635=on&TCL55C636=on&TCL55C639=on

Yes.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] etg21:
I can’t see any difference
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kubaarcs:
In my TCL 65C845 TV, if I remove the com.tcl.tv package, I cannot switch to the HDMI input.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] himo1I:
No fps in game ??

my tcl c835 just updated to v8-t615T03-LF1V590 even tho i turned auto update off but now it has new game master and no fps overlay like before does anybody know how to turn it on ? Like before you can turn it on and its on the right screen on top where it's show fps and time and now nothing why
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
C835 ?

Why you posting here ?

Your Tv model is here....

TCL 2022 Google TVs (P635/P735/C635/C735/C835/C935)

(43/50/55/65/75/85") P735...LED https://www.tcl.com/eu/en/tvs/p735 (43/50/55/65/75") C635...QLED (previous C725) https://www.tcl.com/eu/en/tvs/c635 (43/50") C735...QLED https://www.tcl.com/eu/en/tvs/50-43-c735 RT51M Platform (Realtek...

xdaforums.com

Btw, can you post your TV product ID .from setting...about...product information page.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] himo1I:
Im sorry i will post in the right place now and its ( 5722
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Michi_Gamer:
Just Bricked my TCL 805 by removing the default launcher, now there is no launcher at all and my google tv wont boot anymore due to this. Maybe shouldnt have played with adb commands...

is there any way to hardware reset without the remote, or reinstalling the os?

The TV automatically starts to load google tv and i see the Logo of Google TV loading, but while it seems like the tv is booting it stays on this screen for hours.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Oswald Boelcke:
@Gruchi @Honusnap Hello and good afternoon!

I've removed the references to Telegram from your above posts. Regarding social media links please observe that as an exemption from the last bullet of rule no. 5 of the XDA Forum Rules, we grant only developers the privilege to share references to their social media in their own development threads and if thorough support is provided in the thread. These conditions obviously don't apply to your posts in this thread or the thread itself. Additional information is also available here:

Telegram Chat Channels - Way Forward

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xdaforums.com

Thanks for your cooperation.

Regards

Oswald Boelcke

Senior Moderator
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] santi_evil:
Do a IMG downgrade/update with usb on boot
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Michi_Gamer:
While this seems like a logical way i neither know or posses the required image file nor do i know how and if i can get to a menu where i can install said image. Im really a newbie on this Smart TV biz, only did things like that on phones /pcs. So i think i need a few additional ressources to fix my issues
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] santi_evil:
You need to know wich firmware needs your tv and how to install it.

Search TCL group in Telegram and read... Then, read again.

Its easy compared phone method, but you can finally brick your tv if do it wrong.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] reg66:
If all else fails, return under warranty and deny all knowledge of what happened. Just say it won't boot.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Do factory reset in Recovery screen....(Wipe data/factory reset)

Unplug TV from power,

then press and hold TV power button (under front TCL logo),

same time plug power cord back and keep holding until recovery screen will appear...

Attached sample of screen....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Michi_Gamer:
Will do as soon as im back from the military next weekend. I’ll update then asap
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Ok,

as in the same way (without IMG file) , I helped to recover one user of Q550G.....

LINK
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] EgidijusL:
Hi,

TCL CA645 EU with version LF1V573. Anyone had this happen?

TV at my sister's, she said she was watching IPTV and it started flashing like that. Only complete shutdown of the TV from 220V helped.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] shiakap:
hi guys..new firmware for v8-r51mt05..v576

{Mod edit: Telegram link removed. Oswald Boelcke, Senior Moderator}
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Oswald Boelcke:
@shiakap I've edited your post!

Please refer to my announcement that I've posted here just one day prior than you.

Regards

Oswald Boelcke

Senior Moderator
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Honusnap:
Yea same.... there are some other apps that i need to reactivate, got some missing things.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Michi_Gamer:
An Error displaying "no command" am i doing something wrong or is my recovery broken aswell?

Couldnt locate any image in the forums om telegram so i guess i gotta send it back?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] reg66:
Did you keep holding the power button while you plugged it back in? I think, from what I gather, that takes you to recovery.

EDIT: Found this, perhaps not the exact model you have but worth a try;

'Restore TCL 50C805K without the remote control

If you don't have the TCL 50C805K remote control, your TV has entered a reboot loop or is unresponsive, you can factory reset your TCL using the physical buttons on the back, bottom, or side of the TV.

1- First of all, we locate the power, volume up and volume down buttons of the TCL 50C805K.

They must be located on the back of the TV, on its right side or at the bottom of the TCL screen.

2- Next we disconnect the TCL 50C805K from the electrical current, unplug it or turn off the switch of the strip where it is connected to leave it without electricity.

3- We press the power and volume down buttons of the TCL 50C805K at the same time, we keep them pressed and we connect the TCL television to the electrical current.

4- We hold down the power and volume down buttons without releasing them at any time until we see the TCL logo or the Android TV logo.

The moment we see the logo we can release the buttons.

5- The TCL 50C805K TV will restart and it will take a few minutes or seconds to restore to factory settings, once restored we will have to reconfigure it, choosing the language, internet connection, tuning channels, installing applications or configuring Bluetooth devices.'
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
So, did you follows reg66 instructions ?

I try explain you on telegram ,but no success.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Michi_Gamer:
No dedicated button for volume

yeah I did . The Recovery seems broken aswell

The other instructions with a volume down button also won’t work cause this tv doesn’t have any

I’ll send the tv back .
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Forget volume button.....

I saw your video and you release tv button to fast...

Did front LED start to blink ?

TV unplugged from power, when you press and hold TV power button,

then plug in power back ?

You release TV power button to quick, did you hold longer ?

Nothing in TV USB input ?

Btw,

TCL technician can come with IMG firmware and reflash firmware again....

If you choose this option, ask him to give you IMG firmware.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Michi_Gamer:
No there’s nothing in usb input . And yes I tried again longer holding the button For over 15 minutes. Nothing else happened. I cycled through what you’ve seen at least 10 times seeing the same „no command „ then the screen going dark completely and repeat .

I’m afraid I can do nothing else anymore

Thank you for trying to help me though .

Now I’m just hoping I’ll get the tv back repaired fast .
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Vij4k:
Can I install this if my TCL is C845 (X1) but not from Japan?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Only C955 is Japan ......and use same firmware.

Btw, firmware is global.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Gazza007:
I just purchased a C845... is it possible to install AIDA64 without signing into the Google Play Store?

I noticed when signing into Play Store for the first time, it installs a heap of other Google TV apps.. which I don't want any of that stuff... all I want is to download the Downloader app from Play Store to then install AIDA64 APK.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
https://download.aida64.com/aida64-v196.apk
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Gazza007:
So will x1 get Android 12 at some stage as well? I play all content from an Apple TV, so lm not concerned about the TV’s interface, but rather any picture quality or input lag improvements with Android 12 over 11…

i’m also interested to know what actual real world differences (if any) there are between x1 and x2 Pentonic 700…

i just bought an 85C845 last week (Australia) and disappointed to learn it’s still an x1…
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kurtschmeichel:
The X2 with Pentonic 700 platform have USB 3 ports, versus USB 2 for the older ones.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] arielekagatka:
Hi everyone I bought 65c745 running on V8-T653T01-LF1V028.000417 any update for this model ?

v592 OTA Is this update from page 11 is ok for this device ?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
No, you have latest version.

V592 is different platform and not compatible to your C745X2 model.

You should read more posts in this thread, to better understand.....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] jwf1234:
Would these firmware updates apply to the super budget S series that the USA got earlier this year? TCL S450G. Currently on V8-R51MT08-LF1V058.021060

Apologies if I'm in the wrong forum. The USA seems to be the only country that has their own model #.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
You have latest known version.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Ntress:
I own a c845X1 (MT5889), I've been reading the whole thread and I have a few question please.

1. is the X2 version noticeably better? can I ask for them to replace it if I placed the order on August 28 and received the tv in mid-September?

2. My Google TV version is still 574. can I flash an v592 update manually? or its only for JAPAN region?

3. For flashing manually, do I HAVE to access the back of the tv? It's 85" mounted into a wood wall so it's a problem in this case.

Thanks ahead !
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Gazza007:
wouldn’t say noticeably better. in real world use, you probably wouldn’t be able to spot the difference. two possible benefits mentioned are, support 4k Dolby Vision @ 120hz (for gaming, instead of just 60hz with the x1), and USB3.0 speed port…

v592 is for C845, regardless of region. the mention of Japan is for the x955 model.

you should be able to apply update through Settings, Check for Update. however, if needed, the USB port is below the HDMI ports on the right hand side.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Ntress:
I see. I must find a way to get it replaced then.

Regarding the update, when checking for update the system says I'm on the latest update. I have no access to the USB port. Can't I send the update file via wi-fi and then apply it?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Kasper_lk:
Anyone who can help me choose between the C805 or the updated C845X2?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
C845X2 is better.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Kasper_lk:
Thanks.

Based on reviews of the C805 it seems that it outperforms the C845 in some arease, but I guess the updated processor in the C845X2 makes it better or on pair with the C805 in those areas.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
C805 can't outperform C845X2 in any test.

Same SoC (Pentonic 700).

Read in post #1 basic FALD zones and cd/m2....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mareany:
Hello! Does anyone know if we can download the firmware from somewhere? Mine seems to have 2 stuck pixels, but just in game mode, which is very strange. Did try a factory reset, but it did not do nothing. It has firmware v28.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
T653T01....V028 firmware ?

There is no update yet.

Next time post TV model (at least)......
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mareany:
Right, my bad! Model is C805, even tough in software it says its c755 (guess firmware will always be c755 no mater what model). Taught there might be a way to get a firmware backup or something that we can flash. Seen ppl with different versions, like v018,024, hopped there is a firmware somewhere that can be downloaded.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
At the moment..... you can contact only local TCL support.

They can provide firmware.....IMG by link or OTA by PIN code.

V018...V024...V028 is factory firmwares.

No public release yet...
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mareany:
Damn, thanks for the info, guess only thing left to do is just return it, kept on trying to use those pixel fix, but nothing seems to work.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Ask local TCL for firmware.....
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hristoslav2:
C805 (Europe) = C801, C802, C803, C804, C809, MQLED80, QM8B (Europe online market) = C755 (Global version) = C11G (China) ≈ QM800G (USA) ? which will be released in two months

Play full-screen monochrome fills and shoot in macro mode. You probably have burnt control transistors on certain subpixels of those pixels. A new firmware will not fix them, and changing to a new TV will not guarantee that the new unit will be perfect in this respect.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
New TCL T653T01 platform Google TV Update available in V062.

TV models ....98P745/P755/

C745X2/C755/

C805/C845X2/C855/

C955/X955

V8-T653T01-LF1V062.000491

V062 OTA

https://shorturl.at/dgo05
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mareany:
Where to find the monochrome fills shoot in macro mode?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] hristoslav2:
Мнения и Избор на телевизор (инфо в първите постове)

Избор на Телевизор Избор на LCD / Plasma телевизори - 2014 Сред купувачите се разпространяват няколко мита и съответните грешки при покупката на нов телевиз

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[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] mareany:
Appreciate the reply! In the end I will just return it, I wasted enough time trying to fix the pixels and nothing seems to work. Even if it worked, I have no guarantee it will not return again.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] nirurin:
I'm trying to install this OTA on my C805k but it fails the 'validation check' and doesn't install... any ideas?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
Zip file on USB FAT32 (try NTFS also)?

Reformat USB and/or use other brand.

Disable developer option.

You can try also with IMG method (same zip file).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kurtschmeichel:
I installed it on my 55C745X2. OTA would not find it, even after manual check, so I copied it onto a USB thumb drive and it worked fine via the update from USB option.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
EU region don't have update yet.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kurtschmeichel:
OK thanks. :)

Just out of curiosity: where did you find this info?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] stasiof:
I posting firmware on telegram, so I know...

Check my name there....:D
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] kurtschmeichel:
Yes I knew that. Thanks for your work in fact ;)

I just didn't find any mention concerning the availability in different regions.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] nirurin:
It seems that, even though the C805k comes with ITVx pre-installed, these TVs aren't actually compatible with freeview catchup apps like ITVx and BBC iPlayer...

Is there a way to sideload or install iPlayer etc on these TVs that actually works? I can get the phone-version of iplayer on there, but it only works with touch-inputs and not the TV remote control so it's not usable.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Honusnap:
Hello all,

Is it just me or the TCL Telegram channel preview is not working anymore ?

I do not have Telegram nor use it and i was using this preview to see the last released firmware.. and this preview now show .. nothing.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] sutt359:
Ive just got my c745 today and have the same problem. I did manage to get BBC iPlayer sideloaded and UKTV Play but not itvx yet.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] nirurin:
What version of iplayer did you sideload? I can install the native version (it's in the play store on the tv) but that throws a freeview error. I tried a sideloaded androidTV version but it wouldn't boot. A sideloaded phone version booted but I couldn't control it with the remote (needed touch controls).
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] garethk1979:
Try the dev version of iPlayer from apkmirror. I sideload it on my 2019 shield pro and it's the only copy I've found where the AI upscaling works. Anyway hope you have some luck.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] nirurin:
Scaling isn't the issue, it's the inability to control anything as the phone version only allows for touch-events to select things. Need a version which works with a remote.

However I did find an older version of the android app which seems to work. Not sure how long it might work for, hopefully they don't discontinue access for it anytime soon!
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Kasper_lk:
Unfortunately, the model I have received is a C845X1.

Should I still go with the C845X1 over the C805 with the newer Pentonic, Dolby Vision 120hz, and Google TV 12.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] garethk1979:
Yes I was aware of that, which is why I suggested this one. It works well on my setup...

BBC iPlayer (Android TV) 0.4.7-dev (nodpi) APK Download by BBC Media App Technologies - APKMirror

BBC iPlayer (Android TV) 0.4.7-dev (nodpi) APK Download by BBC Media App Technologies - APKMirror Free and safe Android APK downloads

www.apkmirror.com
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] UphillBoat:
Sharing my experience in case it helps...

I have an AppleTv box connected to a C849 ( same as a C845) then eARC to a Denon receiver. The issue is that with HDR10 material, at times , the brightness will go to max, and I cannot change it anymore. The issue occurs for instance regularly when I let Prime ( on the AppleTV box ) auto start the next episode of the Expanse.

The workaround I found is to let the AppleTV play, go to Google TV ( home on the TCL remote) let the TV tune down the brightness, and then switch the input back to the hdmi of the AppleTV box.

Then the brighness is no longer at max, but back to the usual value and changeable again.

Possibly this workaround trick helps for you.

At times the TV also reboots when a new source starts.

I'm now starting to wonder if i should just try the Apps on the TCL and skip the AppleTV.

Have not looked into trying different firmware yet because I just got the TV, and coming from an 8 year old projector the image is just amazing, so still in the Honeymoon phase :)
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Filip95_PL:
It's the same for me, I can't see the preview of the tcl updates channel. Maybe someone knows why it doesn't work?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Honusnap:
Pretty annoying as we need to enter a phone number to create an account and i do not really want to give it or go the fake temporary phone number way.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] sutt359:
I found a work around to get iPlayer and ITVX working. Send me a message.
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] Oswald Boelcke:
Why don't you share it here publicly then the whole community benefits?
[Philips, Sony, TCL Android TV] ezzony:
Sorry if this is bit off topic but my C645 50" has a very visible backlight bleed around the frame edge, visible when playing video not just when it's dark.

When I unpacked the TV there was a plastic bag type cover on it, held on very firmly with a cellophane type tape exactly around the edges where the backlight bleed it. Wondering if that could have caused it.

Anyone else have the same or how does yours compare?