The Android TV OS is specially optimised for use on a TV screen to give a good media centre experience using a remote. The OS on Android TV boxes comes in two flavours, Android TV OS and regular (full) Android OS.
But we don’t have a smart TV so for this guide I will be covering how to set up and use an Android TV box because that is what we are using.īefore purchasing an Android TV box, there are a few things you need to be aware of so that you buy something that will work: I think many smart TVs these days even have the Android OS built into them so you don’t even need an extra TV box to make it work. There are also other alternatives to Android TV boxes such as Apple TV, Amazon Firesticks and set top boxes etc. There are literally tons of them on the market, all in different shapes and sizes with different specs and at different price points. The main piece of equipment you’ll need is an Android TV box. Setting up your TV for video calling and as a media centre My guess is this is price gouging due to a spike in demand for webcams with so many people having to stay at home. However, I have noticed that they are now selling on there for much higher prices. Prices range anywhere from £50 to £80 on Ebay. Here’s what we are using:ĬPU: Amlogic S905W up to 2.0 GHz, Quad core ARM Cortex-A53 All of it is easily available to buy online and is relatively inexpensive. To copy the setup that we have, you will need to buy some equipment. Now with the COVID-19 outbreak and everyone stuck at home, it’s become even more important, not just for keeping in touch with family and friends abroad but for keeping in touch with loved ones in the UK (my family lives only a 30 minute drive away from us) as we are not able to visit them in person.
We have two little girls and I thought it would be lovely if they could video chat with nana and grandad in Japan on the big TV in the living room. She is from Japan but now lives with me here in Wales. My original intention for setting this up was so that my wife could keep in touch with her family abroad.
With that in mind, I thought I’d share how to use your regular TV for making video calls for keeping in touch with friends and family and as a media centre to keep ourselves entertained. In the absence of physical contact, keeping in touch with others will help us stave off loneliness and depression. Many people may find themselves isolated at home by themselves so staying in contact with family, friends and neighbours during this difficult time will be vital, not only for keeping loved ones informed of our current condition but also for the benefit of our mental health. Amidst the current unprecedented circumstances around the worldwide COVID-19 outbreak, many people in countries around the world are having to stay at home due to government lockdowns or are in self-isolation due to illness or to protect themselves from the risk of infection.
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