u/sirsriverse

I am able to make passthrough work on Official Kodi (Omega) with the original, first-generation 2021 model of the onn. 4K Streaming Box (Model 100026240). However, I am not able to make it work on the 2023 model of the onn. 4K Streaming Box (with Google TV - Model 110125667) and on the newest Onn Plus device.

I I've read somewhere online that the old box had an open audio chip that easily sent out surround sound. The new box uses a cheaper chip with a strict software layer that blocks official Kodi's outdated audio language, causing total silence. I could not use external players (like Just Player) because it only works for local files, but instantly crashed on streaming add-ons. I have also tried with Kodinerds Maven Build on the 2023 Android box and the newer Android box, and the same issue.

Wondering if there's something I'm missing in terms of setup on Kodi or on the Onn device that's causing this? All the Onn devices are up to date on OS and security updates. Soundbar is connected to TV using HDMI-ARC. All the Onn devices have the same settings, same on Kodi.

I've been on the network for a year without issues, but ever since my annual plan renewed, my 5G speeds have become terrible. It’s reached the point where I can’t even maintain a basic WhatsApp audio call or join a Microsoft Teams meeting without it dropping or lagging out. I've reached out to support and they’ve walked me through the standard routine (resetting network settings, toggling airplane mode, checking APNs), but nothing has fixed it.

Is it possible my line is being incorrectly throttled or stuck in a "best effort" QCI bucket after the plan cycled? I have been on the same mobile device and number, nothing changed from my end. Full bars / 5G showing, but zero actual throughput.

Has anyone else seen their speeds tank specifically after a renewal?

Almost 5 years ago when I purchased the VPN license, the DNS Personal Access was provided as a part of it. I'm note sure if it's still a thing or if I have to purchase it separately.

Also, last time I bought the VPN deal from StackSocial, and I do see it is still offered. Did anyone recently buy it to stack it on the existing account? I do see some posts from a few months ago where users have successfully stacked, but I do see a note on Stacksocial now that the current deal is only for new users.