Summary
- Nvidia Shield TV continues to receive updates, with hotfix version 33.2.0.322 resolving issues from the previous update.
- Users can manually sign up for the hotfix through Google Form, with fixes for content stuttering and audio issues in Plex.
- Fixes will eventually be included in a stable update, but no rollout timeline has been announced yet, showcasing Nvidia’s commitment to the Shield TV.
While most streaming devices tend to receive fewer software updates as they age, the Nvidia Shield continues to stand out as a rare exception. The original version of the popular Android TV device launched nearly a decade ago, and it’s still getting updates. Now, Nvidia has rolled out yet another update for the Shield TV lineup.
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Earlier this year, Nvidia rolled out the Shield Experience 9.2 update for the Shield TV and Shield TV Pro, introducing features like Match Frame Rate and improved DRM security for 4K playback. Now, the company has released a follow-up hotfix update (version 33.2.0.322), as spotted by 9to5Google. This hotfix is aimed at resolving issues introduced in the previous update and improving overall system stability.
The update will roll out to all Shield TV users in the future
What’s interesting is that this hotfix isn’t being pushed to all users just yet. Nvidia is inviting Shield TV users to manually sign up through a Google Form to receive the hotfix. The company notes that users won’t be able to roll back after installing the update. Since the hotfix build isn’t Google-certified, users may not be able to install or update apps like Disney+ via the Play Store or stream DRM-protected content such as HDHomeRun channels.
According to Nvidia, the update fixes issues like video stuttering during Dolby Vision playback and problems with Plex when using AAC 5.1 audio. Here’s the full list of fixes included:
- Fixes night mode being skipped when DAP is ON.
- Fixes Dolby Vision content stutters when frame match feature is enabled.
- Fixes Match Content Audio Resolution for USB DAC
- Adds back HQS / Maxrate option for USB audio.
- USB TV Tuner fix with Live Channel app.
- Fixes playback issues in Plex when using AAC 5.1 audio.
These fixes will eventually be rolled out to all users in the stable build, though Nvidia hasn’t shared a specific release date yet. Still, it’s impressive that Nvidia continues to support the Shield TV with new features and bug fixes, especially when most streaming device makers stop updates just months after launch. We’ll update once the hotfix begins rolling out more broadly.
The Nvidia Shield TV Pro is a powerful Android TV streaming media player with features like support for 4K HDR and Dolby Vision streaming and 3GB of RAM. The Shield TV Pro can even be used as a Plex media server for advanced media streaming. It is, however, quite an expensive streaming device that comes in at $200.
