Nvidia Shield TV gets a risky but meaningful hotfix update

The Nvidia Shield TV lineup is of 2015, but the NVIDIA popular Android TV device has not been updated. After rolling a surprise update earlier this year for Shield TV and Shield TV Pro, Nvidia is working with a hotfix update that resolves some issues launched with previous updates. However, there are some catches with this update.

As announced by Nvidia, the hotfix is ​​opt-in, and users must sign up for it. There is no way to roll back from the hotfix update, but whenever he rolls out, you will get the final public release. Hotfix update is not certified, so you will not be able to install or update apps like Disney Plus from Google Play Store, if you do not already install them. In addition, HD Homerun DRM channels will also not work.

So why would a user voluntarily sign up for this hotfix update with so many caves? Update fixes many issues that were brought up with previous updates, so it is still in the normal interest of the user. Given the age of the device, users are also quite keen to take risks with it, as they have already received more and more from their money.

Here is Changlog for hotfix updates:

• The night mode is being released when DAP is turned on.
• The frame match feature fixes the dolby vision content stores.
• The content for USB DAC matches audio resolution
• The HQS / Maxrate option for USB audio adds back.
• Fixed with USB TV Tuner Live Channel app.
• AAC 5.1 fixes playback issues in Plex when using audio.

If you are keen to install a hotfix updates with cavets in place, you can sign up for this here. If the cavets scare you, you can always wait to roll out for the final public release, although Nvidia has not committed to the timeline. The company looks very committed to the device, however, we are optimistic.