Pivos xios xs or xios xs media play is an armbased media player settop box that can currently run kodi on android, and in the future might also be able to run kodi on linux using unofficial thirdparty image firmware, similar to its predecessor pivos xios ds this pivos xios xs and its predecessor pivos xios ds doesnt need to be jailbroken and was previously both reference hardware. Pivos is the official development sponsor for xbmc. Kodi is available for multiple operatingsystems and hardware platforms, featuring a 10foot user interface for use with televisions and remote controls. The pivos xios ds is a nice small androidand linux media box with plenty of power, io connectors and possibilities the pivos xios ds allows you to run a specially tailored version of linux bundled with the acclaimed xbmc media player as this linux version is specifically tuned for running xbmc only, it boots ultra fast into xbmc interface. Oct 05, 20 xbmc is available for multiple platforms. May 29, 2014 pivos unveils xios xs android xbmc tv box powered by amlogic aml8726mx processor when xbmc android development was announced in 2012, the main development platform was pivos xios ds, a tv box based on amlogic aml8726m1 that can run either xbmc linux or android, and the company pivos group was the main sponsor and contributor for xbmc on arm. Contrary to many other companies that push faster and.
I know its possible with the ds, but for the same price i figured id get the dualcore. Anyone know if the open elec gbox mx2 port will work on the new pivos xios xs. Pivos xios ds performs roughly at the level as a jailbroken atv2, but also comes with usb ports, microsd card, and doesnt need to be jailbroken. For this tutorial, i am running xbmc linux operating system. The xios ds media player is primarily androidbased but also has a linux firmware option provided by pivos. May 05, 20 the thought of turning a tv into a giant tablet is pretty awesome right. The hardware company pivos paid for the devs to add support for their xios ds device. Pivos released xios ds xbmc linux port which turned out to be extremely popular not only for our original xios ds media player but. It allows users to play and view most videos, music. Any of the pivos technology group inc trademarks,names or product associated names, images, technologies including firmware are the property of pivos technology group inc. While pivos xios ds only had a single cpu core and performed roughly at the level as a jailbroken atv2, pivos xios xs have a dualcore cpu which can perform about twice as fast as its predecessor. Both also come with comes with usb ports, microsd card, ethernet port, integrated wifi, and a remote control. This pivos xios ds was the original reference hardware target for the xbmc kodi for android port development. See beyond the frame of your tv while using the pivos xios xs tofu media player.
As pivos sponsored a large portion of the port, we were able to work with their vendors to achieve butterysmooth hardwareaccelerated playback on the xios ds. Sep 28, 2014 somehow you are not running the updated code. The pivos xios ds media play is a unique device, to say the least. Having seen the popularity of this open source media center software, and. Pivos xios ds hardware is being used by xbmc developers on their media player software porting into android, as it was announced a couple of weeks ago by xbmc team themselves. Their use here does not imply that you may use them for any other purpose other than for the same or a similar informational use as contemplated by the original. Reason for that is it is important to know that this is just the first in a series of new xbmc and android based media players from pivos. It remains to be seen if such hardwarespecific features will make it into xbmc mainline or exist as patches for vendors to integrate. Couple that with media playing capabilities of xbmc, and you have the makings of an inexpensive mini htpc. Overall it was a pretty nice setup but as time went on it aged and like most android based devices the upgrades to the newer os and features began to slow it down a bit so pivos took this as the opportune time to act and upgrade and with that comes the new model we have today, the xios xs.
Energize your collection with media browser and take your media to the next level. Created in 2003 by a group of like minded programmers, xbmc is a nonprofit project run and developed by volunteers located around the world. Xios ds streaming media player for tvs with xbmc capability. Oct 18, 2012 the first official distributor for pivos in the eu is digital lifestyle gadgets startseite but i gather others will follow. Support for android, chromecast, dlna devices like smart tvs, ios, xbmc, roku, windows phone, and windows 78rt. Pivosc xios script error on xbmb3c kodi emby community. Pivos xios ds media play smart tv companion with 802.
About xbmc is an awardwinning free and open source gpl software media player and entertainment hub for digital media. This pivos xios ds was the original reference hardware target for the xbmckodi for android port development. Pivos sponsored and contributed the majority of xbmc android port that is xbmc for android platform on any android device. It is still erroring at line 550, which should no longer be. This is list of software projects or products that are thirdparty source ports, modified forks, or derivative work directly based on kodi entertainment center formerly xbmc media center, an open source media player application and entertainment platform developed by the nonprofit technology consortium xbmc foundation. You need to know what is the ip address of your media player so you can remotely access it. Dvdfab media player can play encrypted and drmprotected bluray discs for 60days for free before it has to be licensed to enable that feature again. Pivos sponsored and contributed the majority of xbmcandroid port that is xbmc for android platform on any android device. Xbmc software remotes display media library with rich graphics and control playback, there are a ton of these.
Ratingsbased parental controls to monitor and limit what your children watch. This is list of software projects or products that are thirdparty source ports, modified forks, or derivative work directly based on kodi entertainment center formerly xbmc media center, an open source media player application and entertainment platform developed by the nonprofit technology consortium xbmc foundation because of its royaltyfree and crossplatform nature, with kodixbmcs. In my ongoing quest to find the perfect home theater pc platform, i was excited to read that xbmc had been ported to android. I found this with all the android movie players, until i got the pivos xios and installed the xbmc linux firmware from there web site, the play back is absolutely flawless and in the settings you can select 480 to 1080p and 2. It can however playback unencrypted and bluray isoimages, folders, and other drmfree media files without a license. Pivos releases tofulinux for the xios series media. Almost identical specs, looks like they may be using the same pcb. Pivos xios xs or xios xs media play is an armbased media player settop box that can currently run kodi on android, and in the future. This method can be used to update to either android or xbmclinux firmware. The xios ds sense remote is exactly as the box describes and alludes to. The android version shipped on the pivos xios ds media center you have is most likely out of date and we want to have the latest available version so we experience less problems with any bugs that the software my have. Demo shows how to update your xios ds from android based firmware.
So, lets have a look at the pivos xios ds media play and see what it. If you want to install android apps, youre stuck with that. The file name in the image is old then navigate to your micro sd card and right click the xbmc for android folder and select paste. The front of the device has the ir sensor for the xios remote. May 31, 2014 when xbmc android development was announced in 2012, the main development platform was pivos xios ds, a tv box based on amlogic aml8726m1 that can run either xbmc linux or android, and the company pivos group was the main sponsor and contributor for xbmc on arm. Pivos releases tofulinux for the xios series media players. Pivos unveils xios xs android xbmc tv box powered by amlogic. I know its possible with the ds, but for the same price i figured id get the dualcore version. Im an android zealot, who who has experienced many devices over the years from cheap to cutting edge. I just picked up a xios xs and a high speed micro sd for streaming. It is a light gray color and is lightweight but rigid. I have the xios ds and its only use was a third party build of xbmc for local content only. Pivos xios xs multimedia xbmc streaming box overview.
The pivos xios xs is a small form factor pc running a custom version of xbmc dubbed tofu. Pivos xios ds is an armbased media player settop box that can run kodi on either android or linux. Pivos contributed the entire in house developed amlcodec that how any aml based device currently runs xbmc with hardware decoding. Xbmc uses directly to the the hardware decoding of xiosds media play. The pivos xios ds is android based, its firmware readily updatable into android 4. This robust and flexible interface allows users to automatically organize their media files with a custom interface, which is why its one of the most popular platforms used.
Video shows how to update your firmware from xios xbmclinux. Kodi is a free and open source media player application developed by the xbmc foundation, a nonprofit technology consortium. Contribute to pivosgrouptofuxsandroidtofuapp development by. It runs much better than the android if you only want xbmc that is. When xbmc android development was announced in 2012, the main development platform was pivos xios ds, a tv box based on amlogic. Pivos xios xs or xios xs media play is an armbased media player settop box that can currently run kodi on android, and in the future might also be able to run kodi on linux using unofficial thirdparty image firmware, similar to its predecessor pivos xios ds. As of feb 01 20, the pivos group has two options for the user. Created in 2003 by a group of likeminded programmers, xbmc is a nonprofit project run and developed by volunteers located around the world. The xios xs sent to me was running a pivos modified version of android os 4. The idea from pivos is to make the xios ds media play. The pivos xios ds media play smart tv companion that is its full title is one of those things i have always been fascinated with. Xbmc for android on pivos xios ds pieter viljoens blog. Pivos describes the xios ds as the marriage between digital home entertainment and the powerful android platform, and i got the opportunity to see if it lives up to their claims.
Its ability to bring a full fledged android os to your big screen tv can be an enjoyable experience. The porting of xbmc for android was created at the it is a popular alternative to windows media center for htpc home theater pc use. The pivos group will periodically release newer versions of software. Plugin the hdmi cable to your tv and the other end to your pivos xios ds unit. Also your windows pc will need to be on the same network as your pivos ds xios media player. Use winscp or other alternative to move the update file to your msd card. Plug the power adapter into the wall but not into the pivos xios ds unit yet. Pivos unveils xios xs android xbmc tv box powered by. I currently own a xios ds and make regular use of it, but find it has some bugs occasional freezesreboots, audiovideo playback difficulties on some higher bitrate files, etc.
Is it possible to install a fresh version of xbmckodi onto the xs. When xbmc android development was announced in 2012, the main development platform was pivos xios ds, a tv box based on amlogic aml8726m1 that can run either xbmc linux or android, and the company pivos group was the main sponsor. Is it possible to install a fresh version of xbmc kodi onto the xs. Xios ds was released with gb then got updated to ics as advertised. May 31, 2014 pivos unveils xios xs android xbmc tv box powered by amlogic aml8726mx processor. Get a pen or paper clip and flip your pivos xios ds unit over so you can see the grey rubber bottom of the unit. More than 50 software developers have contributed to xbmc, and 100plus translators have worked to expand its reach, making it available in more than 30 languages. Xbmc for android kodi open source home theater software. Well with the pivos xios android media player, its sort of possible. I have the xios ds and its only use was a third party build of xbmc for. This method can be used to update to either android or xbmc linux firmware. Pivos hit on the mark with the xios xs delivering a very capable all in. Pivos unveils xios xs android xbmc tv box powered by amlogic aml8726mx processor support cnx software donate via paypal or become a patron on patreon posted on june 7, 20 by jeanluc aufranc cnxsoft 3 comments on geniatech releases atv510b source code, teases dual and quad core atv and atv180 mini pcs.
Apr 17, 2015 created in 2003 by a group of likeminded programmers, xbmc is a nonprofit project run and developed by volunteers located around the world. List of software based on kodi and xbmc infogalactic. Add dynamic ambient lighting to your tv works with pc, mac, or linux with free prismatik. Instantly increase the viewing experience of your tv by up to 25%. Contrary to many other companies that push faster and faster hardware, pivos group focuses on. Has anyone done this yet, or is it even worth it considering tofu is basically just xbmc anyway. Pivoss lead developer scott davilla, wo also is a member of teamxbmc, wrote on the forum saying that the key words here regarding the xios xs are new lowend entrylevel model.