Nvidia has started rolling out a new software update for its Shield TV devices. The latest update builds on Shield Experience 9.1 and brings a wealth of new improvements like a new power control option, general bug fixes and more.
The Nvidia Shield Experience 9.1.1 update is now rolling out to Shield TV and Shield TV Pro devices, and it includes the following changes:
Improvements
- Adds power control option to wake SHIELD when TV input is changed to SHIELD
- Adds developer option to force Dolby Vision Low Latency if available
- Enable if Dolby Vision is not detected correctly on some Philips TVs
- Fixes problems with disconnection of large smb file transfers by disabling anonymous access for virus scanners
- Adds developer option to improve HDMI-CEC volume control for AVR/Soundbars (“Clean up preferred logical playback address”)
- General cleanup and reorganization of developer options
Bug fix SHIELD TV app
- [Android only] Addresses the issue where the SHIELD TV app would not launch properly on some Samsung Galaxy phones
Video/screen
- Fixes bug where protected content cannot be played if external storage is connected
- Fixes color accuracy errors when “Default to Rec .709 for HD videos” developer option is enabled
- Fixes an issue where auto game mode would be enabled on NVIDIA Games even when disabled
- [SHIELD 2019 models] Fixes video crash issue when searching in quick succession when Dolby Audio Processing is enabled
Sound
- [SHIELD 2019 models] Fixes issue where sound would not be present until reboot when Dolby Audio Processing is enabled
- [SHIELD 2019 models] Fixes the issue where the audio is played at an accelerated speed when Dolby Audio Processing is enabled
Storage
- Fixes bug where files were not detected correctly on attached removable storage
- Fixes error when mounting NAS using IP addresses for accounts with empty passwords
Accessories
- Fixes issue where simplified wakeup buttons would not turn on IR controlled TV
- Fixes an issue where SHIELD is unresponsive to BT devices up to 60 seconds after booting
- [2015/2017 SHIELD] Fixes MxMaster 3 BT mouse pairing issue
- Fixes issue where TV remote would not control SHIELD 30 seconds after SHIELD wakes up
- Fixes some issues where the CEC volume control was not working properly on AV receivers or soundbars
- Resolves the issue where Control4 systems would not wake up SHIELD if the systems are powered off while the screen saver is active
Other
- Resolves the issue where Control4 systems would not wake up SHIELD if the systems are powered off while the screen saver is active
- Fixes issues where the UI would be displayed in low resolution for a fraction of a second
- Fixes bug where user had to select a home app when setting up SHIELD after factory reset or system upgrades
- The “Enable Dolby Vision” notification will be suppressed after rejection
- Fixes bug where region specific apps would not be visible after disabling
- Fixes bug where microphone notification will be shown when activating command word “Ok Google”.
Nvidia Shield and Shield TV Pro have been on the market for a long time, but still provide an excellent experience thanks to constant updates. Both devices are powered by a Tegra X1+ processor and offer support for 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos. Best of all, the devices can take advantage of Android apps and games, and also take advantage of Nvidia’s GeForce Now game streaming platform with access to thousands of high-quality PC and console titles. If you’re interested, you can always pick one up, starting around $140.
Nvidia Shield TV Pro
The SHIELD TV Pro supports 4K HDR streaming, runs Android TV and has a nice AI upscaling feature, but has more ports for better versatility.
NVIDIA Shield TV Stick
SHIELD TV is a streaming TV stick that supports 4K HDR streaming, runs Android TV and has a neat AI upscaling feature.
Source: Nvidia Forums
