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Mobile network on Android TV box - is it possible

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Gergely Szilard

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Hi.
Hope the title is clear. Let me expand: we're using Android tv boxes (experimenting with different types) for signage display in various locations (with viewneo player, if that rings any bells). The playlist is created and deployed via a web interface, then the player updates accordingly via WiFi or Ethernet.
Now, the problem is, wifi or ethernet is not available at all locations, and I was thinking if we could use USB 3G modems? What I could find out so far, is that Android needs to be rooted, then the modem can be enabled (for tablets and phones etc) but these players don't even have a "mobile networks" option in the settings, so I don't even know if it's possible at all.
Any input is very welcome. I'm good with computers and stuff, but I'm new to Android stuff beyond just using my phone :)
Thank you.
 
Probably a better solution would be a mobile hotspot.. Some people call them mifi. They connect to the mobile network and then they send out a WiFi signal that your devices can connect to. No need to root or tweak the endpoints at all... And each mifi can support multiple devices.
 
Yes, I've been looking into those as an alternative (or probably only solution). The only issue is the cost, as we already have the 3G modems and I thought maybe that might work, but it's probably gonna be hotspots. Thanks
 
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