MeCool Now AndroidTV box with built-in Camera - More like MehCool No...

by DanGarion

If anyone was considering purchasing a MeCool Now (the one with the built in camera). I honestly suggest against doing it, especially if you are expecting a decent camera. The camera included is trash. It is a 2.1 Mp and the quality although considered 1080p is barely passable.

I thought this might end up being the silver bullet as I've been wanting to find an option to video chat with my parents that would replace my Xbox Kinect. Unfortunately, this isn't it. I've already boxed it up and am awaiting a response so I can return it.

_marcoos

The idea itself is great, though, and I hope some better company steals it and makes it right (as in: better camera, Netflix certification, and no plug sockets underneath).

point_me_to_the_exit

I'd love to see a reputable Android TV with a camera (that can be shuttered). At least give Android TV official support for usb webcams.

triplebeamz

I've always thought of this with the cheap Chinese variants of the same thing concept . Sad to hear it's true for this device as well, I guess in onboard camera is not part of certification,. It should be

totodee

Using that camera would not be my first choice, but 480i resolution will look acceptable on smaller displays. That camera might be usable for some tasks.