Tell me again how much better Android is than everyone else? I’m just not seeing it.
It won’t Adblock anything inside apps, just like on phones … there is no magic.
There are AdBlock options for Android that can work on apps. Generally you need to route all internet traffic via the AdBlock app which requires root, a faux-VPN, or a PiHole type solution.
It can usually only do host-level blocking but that’s generally enough.
Not for apps like YouTube .
Yeah, YT’s current anti-adblock crusade means you need a proper ad blocker built into the browser or a third party client.
So why would I use it over Firefox + uBlock?
How often are you using Firefox on your TV?
It blocks ads on phones inside apps if you use DNS ad blocking.
YouTube app is not possible to block ads . You need to access YouTube with a mobile internet browser that support plugins . Like Firefox in android and safari in iOS .
Yes, but that’s a special case and related to how the ads are served from the same servers as video content.
AdGuard will block banners, splash screens etc in apps as any other DNS service and not as stated generally not work in apps.
I love how easy using a private DNS is on android.
For everyone without a AdGuard subscription who wants to watch YouTube without ads and without integrated sponsor bullshit on the TV I’d recommend SmartTube. Don’t forget to remap your YouTube button on the chromecast remote to SmartTube.
I’m paying YouTube Premium but still use SmartTube on the TV because of its integrated Sponsorblock.
Another option is to use
adbto change the DNS to any adblocking DNS of your choice. Here’s how: https://yamen.dev/configuring-private-dns-on-android-tvCan someone recommend me a cheap 1080p android tv with app sideloading available? I’ve been looking for options in europe but they seem to cost 60€+
You should also specify the size you’re looking for, not much help without it.
I’m sorry, what do you mean by size?
The physical size.
Shit my bad, I meant an android tv dongle with remote, not a whole tv
Chromecast with Google TV is not an option? Xiaomi TV Stick 4K also seems good enough and is cheaper (though I have no experience). If you like tinkering with stuff, you can buy a Raspberry Pi and turn it into Android TV yourself.
