{"id":710018,"date":"2023-08-14T07:54:05","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T05:54:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/?p=710018"},"modified":"2023-08-14T07:54:11","modified_gmt":"2023-08-14T05:54:11","slug":"get-your-favourite-streaming-apps-on-any-tv-with-xiaomi-media-players","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/industry-news\/710018\/get-your-favourite-streaming-apps-on-any-tv-with-xiaomi-media-players\/","title":{"rendered":"Get your favourite streaming apps on any TV with Xiaomi media players"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Xiaomi\u2019s TV media players are the best way to access the most popular streaming services and apps available in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its most popular media players are the Xiaomi 4K TV Box S (2nd-gen) and the Xiaomi TV Stick \u2013 both of which turn your TV into a Smart TV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.takealot.com\/all?dcat=syntech-may1&amp;utm_source=BusinessTech&amp;utm_medium=Article&amp;utm_campaign=August+2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Click here to get your Xiaomi media player from Takealot.<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This enables you to access the most popular streaming apps &#8211; like Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube \u2013 all in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why you need a Smart TV media player<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Media players are primarily used by owners of \u2018non-smart\u2019 TVs who want all the features of a Smart TV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By plugging their media player into an HDMI port on their TV, the device immediately offers all the smart functionality they need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is not the only use of a media player, however.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, there have been several instances of streaming apps removing support for specific Smart TVs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This often happens without warning, leaving you and your family to suffer the consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reasons for support being dropped include brands altering their deals with streaming providers, or these streaming providers ending their support for older models to optimise their apps for modern systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pic-1-Syntech.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pic-1-Syntech-1024x574.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-710024\" width=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pic-1-Syntech-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pic-1-Syntech-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pic-1-Syntech-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Pic-1-Syntech.jpg 1404w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Xiaomi\u2019s media players solve these challenges by giving you access to all your favourite apps on a system with dedicated hardware and a cutting-edge operating system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, operating system updates are continually provided \u2013 ensuring support for your apps for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example: Xiaomi\u2019s older 1st-gen TV Box S still receives regular firmware updates and continues to be supported by all of the top streaming services and apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Xiaomi has since launched its 2nd-gen TV Box S \u2013 which is the best smart TV media player for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-2-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-2-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-710026\" width=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-2-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-2-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-2-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-2-2048x1024.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Xiaomi 4K TV Box S (2nd-gen)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Xiaomi 4K TV Box S 2nd-gen delivers major improvements over its 1st-gen predecessor, which was the industry leader in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The improvements to the 2nd-gen unit are enabled by Google TV OS, along with support for a vivid 4K picture and an incredibly immersive viewing experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Google TV OS offers native access to Google Assistant, Chromecast, and a large collection of apps through the Google Play Store, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Equally important is the Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd-gen\u2019s support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+. These technologies provide epic contrasts and unrivalled colour depth across all of your favourite movies and TV shows to ensure you get the most out of your TV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t only get visual benefits, however, and the Xiaomi 4K TV Box S (2nd-gen) uses Dolby to provide you with superior sound, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Xiaomi\u2019s media players are also equipped with excellent hardware to give you the best performance \u2013 including quad-core processors, powerful GPUs, and fast dual-channel Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch MyBroadband\u2019s review of the Xiaomi 4K TV Box S (2nd-gen), below.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qpAJdnwKfDc\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"my-4\"><strong>Xiaomi TV Stick<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Turning to the Xiaomi TV Stick, you get many of the same benefits and features offered by the TV Box S, but in a handy portable form factor that runs Android 9.0.<\/p>\n<p>Weighing a mere 30g, the TV Stick is the size of a typical USB thumb drive &#8211; but packs 8GB storage, allowing you to download your favourite shows to watch when you don\u2019t have connectivity.<\/p>\n<p>When you do have connectivity, you can use all your streaming services \u2013 just like you would with the Xiaomi 4K TV Box S (2nd-gen).<\/p>\n<p>Other key features of the Xiaomi TV Stick include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chromecast<\/strong> \u2013 Cast content to your TV from your smartphone or other devices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Voice search <\/strong>\u2013 Easily find your favourite content without having to type.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Google Play Store<\/strong> \u2013 Access your favourite apps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Dolby and DTS surround sound<\/strong> \u2013 Get the best audio and visual experience wherever you are.<\/p>\n<p><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-3-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-710028\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-3-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-3-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-3-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-3-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-3-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-3-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Syntech-Pic-3-2048x1024.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"my-4\"><strong>Which one is best for me?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Both the Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd-gen) and the Xiaomi TV Stick are powerful media players that will revolutionise how you watch your favourite content.<\/p>\n<p>The Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd-gen) is the ultimate solution for your TV at home, offering the best viewing technologies and an industry-leading range of features for the most immersive viewing experience.<\/p>\n<p>If you need a more portable solution \u2013 such as for business trips or family holidays &#8211; the Xiaomi TV Stick\u2019s small form factor makes it a great way to keep up with your favourite shows on the go.<\/p>\n<p>The Xiaomi 4K TV Box S (2nd-gen) has an RRP of R1,199, while the Xiaomi TV Stick has an RRP of R949.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.takealot.com\/all?dcat=syntech-may1&amp;utm_source=BusinessTech&amp;utm_medium=Article&amp;utm_campaign=August+2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to get your Xiaomi media player from Takealot.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Xiaomi offers several media players that give you access to the most popular streaming services on your TV.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":57,"featured_media":710022,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10459],"tags":[18241],"class_list":["post-710018","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-industry-news","tag-syntech"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/710018","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/57"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=710018"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/710018\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":710744,"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/710018\/revisions\/710744"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/710022"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=710018"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=710018"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=710018"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}