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
Use an old android phone with whatever os you want. Even if you keep the oem os you can load whatever FOSS/ privacy apps you want. I like having a keyboard and mouse, revanced/newpipe, VLC for local files, jellyfin for networked, Firefox with ad block, etc. I need to see how gaming is through steam link.
I game on the steam app on a firestick and it’s very playable. Mainly rpgs or platformer tho
Fyi you can root a fire stick and put open also android tv on it
Thats really smart, thanks!