The Nvidia software update 8.0.1 update is currently rolling out on Nvidia Shield TV devices.

The update is designed to help with issues streaming 4K content from the devices. However, the company calls it “a big step towards” fixing the known issue, not a complete resolution. The issue wasn’t affecting all apps, but others like VUDU were affected.

The update includes the following system, display, storage, network, and accessory fixes.

System:

Redesigns Volume UI for android P

Resolves occasional video playback issues

Fixes bug incorrect volume control reporting accessibility feature enabled

Resolves navigation sound issue

Resolves “Drive address format is not valid” message seen when connecting to NAS

Resolves USB DAC issue where audio volume would be set low after reboot/DAC hotplug

Resolves issue where side loaded apps appear as system apps

Display:

“Match content color space” feature now displays correct format

Fixes bug where “Match content color space” would not work when display set to RGB

Resolves issue playing VC1 content

Storage:

Resolves Sdcard/InternalStorage accessibility issue when adopting storage

Resolves issue where storage is reported as full after adopting storage

Network:

Improves 4K streaming issues when network connected over Wifi

Resolves rare Wi-Fi disconnect issue

Fixes bug where manual DNS entries would not be saved

Accessories:

Improves IR control reliability on some Denon and Sony receivers

Improves SHIELD Remote App connection and control issues

Resolves SHIELD Controller 2017 OTA stability issues

Fixes issue where forgotten SHIELD accessories still appear in SHIELD

Resolves automatic centering issues on some controllers

Adds support for STRQUA G20 keymapping

Resolves mouse issues in PUBG Mobile on SHIELD

Misc:

Fixes Google Play Store crashes issue

Restores option to set default launcher

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