• pete_the_cat@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I love(d) my Shield, I first bought the original, and then the updated model. I use it every day, but the lack of hardware updates (still using USB 2, only has 12 GB internal storage, low RAM, etc…) and constant ads and “sponsored content” has made me fall out of love with it.

    I asked a few weeks back about a replacement and someone recommended this one to me. It runs on Android 12, supports 4K Dolby Atmos and Vision, and has better hardware than the Shield. It isn’t cheap though.

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      1 year ago

      So it could get the same update that makes the launcher an ad-riddled cesspit?

      How easy are these devices to root and install alternative roms? Are there alternative roms available to install?

      I really wish these devices were more like desktop computers. I want the freedom to install anything I want.