🏆 Onn 4K Plus Review - New $29.88 Walmart Android TV Box

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The box i picked up yesterday has it marked in the lower right side US Compatible Only*
Not sure why Amazon Canada would sell them.

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For me at least, I bought the Onn boxes long before the Plus box was out and the last one a few months before Pro box.

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Are you saying that you can’t use your Google account with the device because you’re in Canada, or you just can’t access programming in Canada? If it’s a programming issue, I would expect that if you use a VPN and select a US server, the device will appear (to the internet) to be located in the US.

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The fine print on the back

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Try what @BobC suggested and turn your VPN on and choose a server in the US. Texas was always good for me.

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You’re right .. the box says ‘US compatible only’. I will try a VPN

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They all work fine on mine, except I don’t use Surfshark so I can’t speak to that.

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Same as other Onn devices. Others have said they connect to Internet through tether phone with VPN on US server on phone during setup.

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You can use any server you chose actually but please set it up using a hotspot VPN in the USA to avoid problems with geolocation and it saying sorry, this isn’t availble in your country.

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Doesn’t it seem odd that these Onn boxes would be for sale in CA with a label that says US compatible only?

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I have loaded several of the new ONN plus boxes. all the usual apps work fine. There is a few glitches.. like stream fire will just exit out on its own sometimes. I think that is an android 14 issue. Smart tube gives an error on first launch that says may not be compatible with this version of android, but then works fine. I did have trouble connecting to my 2g network on spectrum router, but connected fine to the 5g channel. I do not use any external devices for storage because i do not record shows. so the smaller storage isnt really an issue. Dont use the on board lan on the pro.. and OTG cable works for external usb if needed. I can see a significant difference in speed as far as apps loading.. like kodi and such. I upgraded my Onn Pro to android 14 and didnt get the problems with streamfire.. Is anyone else having any issues? or problems with apps?

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I’m so sorry to be so obtuse but I don’t know exactly what is a “hotspot VPN”
I always thought it meant if you go to an airport or somewhere like that. Please forgive my ignorance​:folded_hands:t3: I’m still trying to recuperate from my extremely hard fall I took … and due to all my insider family prayers and well wishes I’m slowly :snail: getting better! Thanks everyone :smiling_face: :face_blowing_a_kiss: :hugs::revolving_hearts::dizzy::heart_hands::+1::folded_hands:t3::folded_hands:t3::folded_hands:t3::100:

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Here you go.

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I wasn’t clear enough @Wizzard :worried: I don’t have any computer. I use an android phone and the onn 4k pro android tv box. I’m SO SORRY for not being specific :pensive_face:

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To set up a hotspot on an Android phone or tablet, you’ll typically find the option under “Connections” or “Network & internet” in your device’s Settings. Within those sections, look for “Mobile Hotspot and Tethering” or “Hotspot & tethering”. Enable the “Mobile Hotspot” or “Wi-Fi Hotspot” setting, and you can then configure the network name and password if desired.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the process:
On Android:

  1. Open Settings:
    Locate the Settings app on your device and open it.
  2. Find Connections or Network & Internet:
    Depending on your device, look for either “Connections” or “Network & internet” in the Settings menu.
  3. Go to Hotspot & Tethering or Mobile Hotspot and Tethering:
    Within the “Connections” or “Network & internet” section, tap on “Mobile Hotspot and Tethering” or “Hotspot & tethering”.
  4. Enable Mobile Hotspot/Wi-Fi Hotspot:
    Locate the “Mobile Hotspot” or “Wi-Fi Hotspot” toggle and switch it to the “On” position.
  5. Configure Network Name and Password (Optional):
    If you want to change the default network name and password, tap on the hotspot settings or the “Configure” option.
  6. Save Changes:
    Once you’ve made your desired changes, save them and your hotspot will be ready to use.
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Just as Miki said. The reason I did it with a PC is because Surfshark does not support VPN hotspots on mobiles. Phones or Tablets. If you don’t use a USA VPN then all is for nought.

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Surfshark is confusing at times, at least for me. They say you can’t use a mobile hotspot on an android or ios device and then give you instructions how to do it.

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Yes but it doesn’t work. I tried using it, I checked my Ip using it and it was my regular IP. That is when I called them and they said it’s not working and pointed to the PC directions. What I mean is, yes my mobile hotspot works but SS does not work on it. the app. They need to fix that.

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Ahh I wonder why they give instructions then? I suppose you have to have a working vpn connected to a US server in order to reg the device. What about using a free VPN like Proton just to get the device regged. Once it’s regged doesn’t the SS vpn then work?. Thanks for the info Wiz.

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The instructions from what I saw were only how to set up a hotspot. On my phone in fact it’s literally turning it on and connecting another device (Of course wifi must be turned off) . When I first did all this, I had asked here if other VPN’s worked while using a hotspot on mobile. Nobody ever replied to confirm or deny. SS works fine as a VPN on mobile, it just won’t work as a hotspot. I don’t know if Proton will or other VPN’s without people trying it, veryifying their IP is actually that of the USA and reporting back. My pleasure of course Miki.

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