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Android Authority
5 days ago
- Business
- Android Authority
Walmart's $50 Onn 4K Pro just got a major upgrade to Android TV 14
Lanh Nguyen / Android Authority TL;DR Walmart's Onn 4K Pro has received its long-overdue update to Android TV 14. The update's changelog mentions a new security patch level and minor bug fixes. Users have reported that the update also includes a new boot screen with a black background. Some users report that Dolby Vision issues remain unresolved or worsened for certain apps like Plex. Walmart launched the Onn 4K Pro in May 2024 with Google TV based on Android TV 12 out of the box. As we noted in our Onn 4K Pro review, it is an impressive Chromecast 4K competitor that doubles up as a Google Assistant-based smart speaker. However, users who bought this $50 streaming box have complained about the lack of updates, especially platform updates. There's good news, though, as a new update is rolling out to Onn 4K Pro that bumps it up to Android TV 14. Reddit user geeeman5510 spotted an update to the Onn 4K Pro and shared its update screen, which highlights the platform update to Android TV 14: The changelog also mentions a security patch level update and minor bug fixes. Based on user comments, the update seems to be rolling out in the US, as users in Canada are not yet receiving it. Beyond the changelog, users mention that the update fixes lag issues and provides a smoother experience. Apparently, there's also a new boot screen with a black background. Some users point out that the update possibly fixes the always-on Dolby Vision bug with Netflix, though it is possible that the issue could have been resolved through a Netflix app update. However, one user mentions that their Settings app crashes when navigating to the 'Match content frame rate' stub. Another user mentions that enabling content adaptive switching breaks Dolby Vision, forcing Dolby Vision content in apps like Plex to fall back to HDR. If you have the Onn 4K Pro, check your box to see if you have received the Android TV 14 update. Let us know your experience with Dolby Vision content and any other changes you find in the new update in the comments below! Walmart onn 4K Pro Walmart onn 4K Pro Exceptional value • Lost remote finder • USB port adds a lot of extra functionality MSRP: $49.88 The best affordable Google TV streaming box not made by Google. The Onn 4K Pro packs a ton of features unavailable on the Chromecast with Google TV, including a lost remote finder, improved performance, and a USB port, and yet it retails for the same price! See price at Walmart Walmart onn 4K Pro Android TV streaming device Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
The Verge
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Verge
Walmart quietly released a new 4K Google TV box with Dolby Vision
Walmart has released a new version of its 4K Google TV box that could be an even better replacement for Google's now discontinued Chromecast line. The new $29.88 Onn 4K Plus Streaming Device is $10 more expensive than Walmart's $19.88 entry-level Onn 4K, but includes a feature from the pricier $49.88 Onn 4K Pro smart speaker we felt was missing from the cheaper $20 option: support for Dolby Vision HDR content. The new Onn 4K Plus also features a slightly faster processor than the Onn 4K Pro that launched a year ago — a Amlogic S905X5M quad-core processor clocked at 2.5GHz — but only has 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage, compared to the Pro model that offers 3GB and 32GB, respectively. The Onn 4K Plus also doesn't double as a smart speaker like Walmart's Pro model, and sacrifices features on its included voice-capable remote like backlighting and the ability to find the remote when it goes missing. But unlike the entry-level $20 Onn 4K box, the Plus' remote does include a customizable button that can be programmed to launch your favorite streaming app and a dedicated 'Free TV' button to quickly access Google's ad-supported FAST channels. The most tempting reason to choose Walmart's new Onn 4K Plus is that it connects to a power source via a USB-C port. The Pro model instead uses a barrel-style connector for attaching a power adapter, while the entry-level 4K model includes an ageing Micro USB port.
Tom's Guide
08-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Walmart just launched a new Onn 4K Plus streaming stick — and it's cheaper than Roku
Walmart's got another trick up its sleeve in devising one of the best streaming devices with the discovery of a product page for a new Onn 4K Plus. 9To5Google caught the updated listing, showing Walmart's new streaming box with a price of just $29. That's a huge discount over the Onn 4K Pro that launched last year at $49, and even flies in the face of the newly-debuted Roku Streaming Stick Plus, which comes in at $39. Walmart has yet to officially announce the product, so details are sparse at the moment. But with its leveraging of Google TV, the device could serve as a new value pick in the face of Chromecast's departure from the market. The product listing for Walmart's new Onn 4K Plus does give us deeper insight into the device's makeup, highlighting its Google TV operating system and 2GB of RAM. It's also set to have Google Assistant support, owing to its OS, which should give it a leg up in all things search and smart home functionality. If accurate, the pricing is also a major win for Walmart. As stated already, it's cheaper than Roku's newest Streaming Stick Plus and even beats out the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (though, that is on sale for the same price of $29 at the time of writing). Unlike the new Roku Streaming Stick Plus, the Onn 4K Plus will also have Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support, according to the product listing, making it an even better deal at a $10 discount. The device's W-Fi capabilities are still TBD at the moment, but it will probably support Wi-Fi 6 for some extra performance with other Google smart home devices. The Onn 4K Plus could prove a major win for fans of streaming devices who aren't out buying one of the best TVs each year, as it slots in perfectly into the budget space left in the wake of Google Chromecast's departure. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. An official release for the Onn 4K Plus is still pending Walmart's official announcement, but the product details do indicate a 2025 launch window. We'll need to get the Onn 4K Plus in for testing before we can make any final judgments on Walmart's new device, but its competitive pricing and purported specs make it one serious new entry in the market.
Digital Trends
08-05-2025
- Digital Trends
Walmart reveals the price for its Chromecast replacement, and it's a bargain
With the retirement of the Google Chromecast line last year, users who want an easy way to get streaming features on their non-smart TV have had to look elsewhere. Thankfully alternatives like the Onn 4K streaming device from Walmart have been available to meet that need, functioning as a worthy replacement for the Chromecast. Now, a product page on Walmart's website confirms that a new version of the streaming device, the Onn 4K Plus, is on its way. Spotted by 9to5Google, the listing reveals that the device will sell for just $30, which is $20 cheaper than the typical price of a 4K Chromecast, and like the Chromecast it has a small footprint and comes with a remote. Recommended Videos The newest version of the device will launch as a followup to the previous Onn 4K Pro from last year. The Onn 4K Pro got our recommendation ahead of the Google Chromecast thanks to its affordable price, functionality that covers all the essentials, and handy extras like the ability to find the remote (increasingly useful considering how remotes love to go off on expeditions of their own). Now, with the Chromecast line discontinued, the Onn 4K Plus will look like an even more appealing option — perfect for if you have an old TV without streaming functions but you aren't wanting to upgrade to a smart TV just yet. The details about the new Onn 4K Plus are fairly minimal right now, though the device will ship with 16 GB of storage and 2 GB of RAM. Walmart also says the product offers an updated Google TV OS and Google Assistant, with streaming support for at least YouTube, YouTube TV, Netflix, Disney+, Paramount+, and Prime Video. The device also supports Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, with a voice function for the remote control too. It's not yet known when the device will be available, but given that the product listing has just gone up, it likely won't be long until the launch date. The product might also be available in stores soon as well as online, so if you're in the market for a streaming device then you might want to check out your local Walmart store to see if they have the device in stock.
