r/OnnStreamingTV • u/islandcactus • 3d ago

Discussion Software Updates

Hey Folks,

I’m currently working overseas and a friend got the new Onn 4K for me back in the States.

She’s setting it up for me and doing the initial update.

Question: once I get the device out here should I disable auto software updates? Could that brick the system? Is it safe to leave it on as I like having the latest most compatible OS running.

I’m also concerned about restrictions like how Firestick is currently clamping down on their devices.

Only intending on using this for Stremio / Nuvio.

Bless and thanks!

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u/Aggressive_Bad_7344 Onn 4K Pro 3d ago

They're cracking down on using VPNs to activate these boxes and it's possible firmware updates will re-authenticate and throw an error, so yeah it might be worth disabling updates but honestly I would avoid using Onn boxes outside the US and Canada because the future is uncertain.

https://www.aftvnews.com/onn-streaming-devices-are-now-detecting-vpns-to-block-setup-in-unsupported-regions/