Apologies if this is the wrong instance for this.
Is there a best option for HTPC streaming solutions besides throwing linux on an old desktop?
Plugging in a desktop for streaming doesn’t work too well for wall mounted televisions.
My options are mini pcs or a 3rd party streaming stick.
Even a raspi stick running osmc should do the trick.
These 3rd party sticks online are extremely tempting for power and features but I’m concerned about embedded malware.
Best option would be to wipe it and load osmc or rasparian to ensure its clean.
Anyone have experience with this?
Care to share your setup?
DQ06 ATV Mini TV Stick Android12 Allwinner H618 Quad Core Cortex A53 Support 8K Video 4K Wifi6 BT Voice Remote Smart TV Box https://a.aliexpress.com/_mNgjsEq
Don’t buy that it is almost certainly infected with Malware.
Perhaps you could install Kodi on a device?
Yeah osmc is basically linux with kodi built in.
Best option might be raspberry pi 400 or the CM4 HDMI board
Osmc has a build for the pi as well…
I don’t know enough to flash one of these sticks with raspberian or anything like that. I’m sure it’s possible.
The CM4 won’t get you H.264 4K, just so you know:
H.265 (HEVC) (up to 4Kp60 decode), H.264 (up to 1080p60 decode, 1080p30 encode)
https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/compute-module-4/
Good to know. I’m OK with a under $20 solution that does 1080.