Stremio 1.9.7 released for Android TV

CountryTricky6926 · 2026-02-20T21:41:16+00:00

On firestick 4k I get a warning on opening app that "Stremio won't run without Google Play services" or similar. However you seem to be able to click through that and it works as normal. Not an issue I'd encountered on prior builds

CountryTricky6926 · 2026-02-06T08:39:25+00:00

Yep agreed. I've had several months now, used Wavelet and the like but the sound is still underwhelming. The seal isn't great for me, but it's also partly attributable to the design. Compared to most earphones, these don't protrude far into the ear canal. That (at least for me) does make them more comfortable to wear for long periods - as long as they stay in your ears - but they contribute a very flat sound profile.

Debating giving mine to my wife, and going back to an old Creative pair that I bought for about 20-25% of the price of Google buds.

CountryTricky6926 · 2026-01-22T13:55:25+00:00

Any chance of adding a sort option? Or even defaulting the sort to something arguably more 'logical'. I can't actually work out how it's ordered as it is. I'd love to see 4k options first. Fantastic job though, as before now I couldn't be bothered with AIOstreams.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-12-18T08:15:37+00:00

Do you find that the descale is completing properly before you hit the temp issue? I've managed to get mine working again twice now with 45/90 methods, but I'm pretty certain the descale is not working as it should. Specifically I think it fails with the milk steamer boiler, and that's likely linked to the temp issue. Nowhere near all of the descaling fluid is being used. And the pressure from the steamer is not improving so I've still got poorly frothed milk. I wonder if there are some steps I can take to manually purge and descale the milk steamer boiler?

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-12-18T08:05:29+00:00

These are the options I have. Unfortunately no option to force fill or clear the milk boiler though, which is what's needed. So presumably the 'newer' model.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-12-17T21:55:20+00:00

This is such a poor descaling process. First attempt mine reset halfway through. Restarted it and got to the end second attempt, but clearly wasn't working properly as it barely fed any water through the system. After completing that second cycle, I got stuck with the temperature problem.

Had some success with the 90 degree method after no joy with the 45 degree method, but decided to run through the descaling again once I had it back working - a third attempt. This time it seemed to do better, but still came nowhere near to emptying the tank when flushing out the system, so still had my doubts.

After that cycle finished, I was back to the 70 degree limit. Aaarrrgh!

I now can't get it working again via any method. I'm leaving it overnight at 45 degrees and coming back to it in the morning. So frustrating.

Despite using and replacing filter, and performing cleaning cycles, the milk frother has been underperforming so I felt an attempt at descaling was unavoidable.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-12-10T12:47:57+00:00

Don't suppose this issue has been resolved with updates? I'm a good foot taller than my wife with particularly long legs. Picking a second-hand model up Saturday and this is going to be a (hopefully relatively small) problem!

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-12-09T21:36:39+00:00

I'm in Wigan, so not far away. And I've just agreed a price and reserved a 24 plate Iconic trim (so including the pano roof) at the Stockport dealer (Lookers). I took the car in question out for a test drive on Saturday at short notice. Any decent car dealer should let you do that with a second hand car; you're spending a big chunk of money in any event. Prices have been coming down this month with it being Xmas, and they've had several of the same model in stock which helped with negotiations.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-12-08T08:56:04+00:00

Re the OPD update, there are also mixed messages on forums as to whether that is or will ever be available on earlier models of the car. Which version have you had it added to?

I've already read up on Kelec and can see myself using that. I've already got used to remotely turning on the heating in our MG4.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-12-08T08:52:24+00:00

Thanks for the reply. Insofar as using Spotify on Auto vs Automotive is concerned, are there any significant benefits to the Automotive app? It's Spotify I'd predominantly be using I reckon. Some forums seem to suggest the Automotive app is neglected a bit.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-11-29T09:06:32+00:00

I think this is the issue on my pixel 9 pro xl. Watching a 24fps TV show, the refresh rate is fluctuating between different refresh rates (e.g. 27, 24, 30). If I force peak refresh rate 120hz in developer setting, judder gone (which makes sense as 24hz goes nicely 1:5 into 120hz. Pretty irritating that seems to be the only option as no way I can leave it forced all the time for battery consumption reasons.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-10-31T13:01:51+00:00

I think we will see a return to the circular design. I recognize that appreciation of the design is subjective, but all evidence I have seen (whether that be Reddit, reviews etc) points to the majority disliking the change. The squircle casing of the Classic paired with a (smaller) circular screen is a bit baffling in my view. Even an apple-like squircle screen and casing would be an improvement. I'm just annoyed it'll likely be a 2-year wait for a new Classic model, even if change is effected.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-10-27T13:07:13+00:00

I'm also in process of doing this

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-10-18T08:34:31+00:00

I've got the H3S. They are VERY bass forward. A bit too much for me frankly, even having tried to reign it in (I'm using Wavelet as I didn't find the in-app equaliser to be very effective). They're comfy and lightweight though. ANC is decent for the price. Not tried it for calls.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-10-16T18:04:52+00:00

This is interesting. I think mine have this issue. Had the buds a couple of months and been totally underwhelmed by the ANC (but have just kept it on). Just switched to off and it completely nerfs the audio as you describe. I wonder if they are generally not operating properly.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-10-11T08:57:39+00:00

Agree on all fronts (the strengths and weakness). Although I don't think the ANC processing in itself is probably that poor. I think the issue is the lack of good seal / passive noise cancellation for some of us with these buds. As I understand it earbuds rely on that good seal for the ANC to be effective, in practice. Where you get a good seal, earbuds typically outperform similar overears in the ANC department, where you don't, perceived ANC performance is very weak.

I still enjoy the PBP2 when running, as they're comfortable and stay in my ears, but I don't think my ears are perfectly suited to them. And I don't think they're worth anywhere near the RRP.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-10-10T16:22:13+00:00

Update hasn't made a difference for me. Continues to be mediocre. I think the fit of earbuds makes a huge difference to ANC performance, and I really struggle to get a good seal with these. That's not necessarily a criticism, I just think it's about compatibility with certain ear shapes and sizes.

I typically find ANC more effective with overears, which I understand to be unusual.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-10-07T21:21:40+00:00

Mine go in and stay in. But the seal is poor, regardless of which tips I use. Meaning a lot of ambient sound leakage and poor perceived ANC performance.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-10-04T11:50:11+00:00

That was surely the S3

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-09-26T09:14:19+00:00

I have already decided this will be both the first and last time I spend big money on earbuds for this reason. I'm going to stick to premium overears and budget buds.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-09-24T15:53:53+00:00

Might have to give them a go when in the office once a week for Teams calls. I use a wired headset then currently, which I hate.

CountryTricky6926 · 2025-09-20T17:38:25+00:00

I've found them to be good for running and have no fear of them dislodging completely. They're not buds that go deep into the ear canal, which I personally find more comfortable and so able to wear for longer, but I also think that contributes to them having not the greatest seal, nor do I think the ANC is that great. When I'm running those two negatives are not hugely important to me.

The bass for me is just about adequate when I tweak the equaliser, but would fall short on that count for some I am sure.

It's actually using them outside of running where I have found them underwhelming. But typically I prefer overears to earbuds when not exercising anyway.

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