[New Release] A11BD_EN_Firmware_20181101_v1.3.0.9.rar(2018-11-01 v1.3.0.9)

Ye I had a look at the i5 just to see if had twin hdmi shame looks like I may have to bite the bullet and go over to zidoo

U5

The U5 is more an alternative to an A5 not an A11. It is a bit shy on ports and using a powered USB3 hub with it is essential as it has no SATA connectors at all and just 2 USB ports (USB2 + USB3). Power output is also very limited (my guess 500 mA for both USB ports combined). Its strengths is in the (dual) firmware, S2/C/T tuner included and Android TV as a basis.

It is different from Zidoo and Egreat which both have a more complete media player functionality and a fancier user interface. Consider it if you would like a base Himedia Q5 media player and an Envidia Shield in a single box.