For anyone still wanting one of these POS's. They are dropping from the price of $49 to $30. Might not be in your area yet but its coming like I called it a few weeks ago. Next drop I think will be $17. Still an insane amount of stock in the US. You will probably be able to grab them sub $17 due to so much stock.
Why does everyone hate these so much ? And why does it usage seem to vary so much? I've had issues, but I feel like my purchase has been worth it.
EDIT: I guess I should note that this is not my primary device. I have a r/sffpc I use in my living room for everything (shout out to r/AlienwareAlpha ). And I use the Mi Box for streaming netflix or plex in my bedroom - so not really asking for much. So I can see how if this was your primary device you would be disappointed.