NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV Pro Developer Firmware 5.2.0

This is a developer only version of the Software Upgrade 5.1.0 OS image for the NVIDIA SHIELD ANDROID TV Pro (500GB version). This version is not for general users and consumers and may allow unauthorized access to user data. Only install this image if you are a developer and have fully read and understood the risks of using this OS image with your device.

NOTE: On the SHIELD Android TV Pro 500GB edition, two steps of the flash process may take a very long time. The first time you apply a custom OS image, you must execute fastboot oem unlock which securely erases the user data partition and can take up to two hours. Additionally, each time the user data partition is flashed with fastboot flash userdata userdata.img it must be erased which can take up to an hour.

Download the ZIP file, unzip and follow the instructions. The Windows USB drivers for "fastboot" and "adb" are available separately: download NVIDIA SHIELD Family ADB USB Driver 1.06.2015.

Watch and Record Live TV with Plex

- Did you know that ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, and CW are broadcast for free? With Plex on SHIELD, you can now watch and record free over-the-air TV in up to 1080 resolution with 5.1 surround sound - and stream recorded shows to any device, anywhere in the world.
- Requires Plex Pass as well as TV tuner and antenna hardware.

Connect a USB Tuner for Plex Live TV

- SHIELD TV now supports select USB tuners for Plex Live TV, including the dual tuner from Hauppauge (WinTV-dualHD-1595).

Write to Network Storage

- Record TV shows and movies directly to your network attached storage (NAS) via Plex.

Enjoy the New Facebook Video App

- Watch videos from friends and pages you follow or stream from Facebook Live.

Stream More Movies and TV Shows in 4K

- Google Play Movies now supports over 100 movies in 4K resolution. Plus, with Chromecast 4K built-in, you can cast Netflix, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and VUDU from your phone to SHIELD in 4K.

New Apps

- NBC

New Games

- Real Myst
- Riven: The Sequel to Myst
- CLUSTERTRUCK
- The Final Station
- Stunt Wheels Party!
- Paragon
- Heart & Slash
- Yooka-Laylee
- Marvel Heroes 2016

Other Enhancements

- The latest monthly Android security updates
- YouTube cast up to 4K 60fps
- 5.1 surround audio when casting Netflix, Google Play Movies & TV, VUDU, HBO GO, and PLEX
- Wi-Fi performance and stability improvements
- Cast stability enhancements for HULU and playback stability enhancements for STARZ
- Network storage directory and connectivity improvements
- Improved battery life on SHIELD Remote with headphone jack
- SHIELD Remote upgrade to firmware v1.11
- SHIELD Remote with headphone jack upgrade to firmware v1.10
- SHIELD Controller upgrade to firmware v1.04

About Gaming Console Firmware:

About Gaming Console Firmware:

Upgrading the firmware version on your gaming console might enhance the unit's overall performance and stability, include workarounds for various issues, and improve different features (or add support for new ones).

In addition to that, if you have updated the firmware and it either faulty or has caused a drop in the overall performance of the device, applying a previous version is handy as regards recovering the console's functionality. On the downside, downgrading the firmware isn't always possible.

When it comes to applying a certain firmware, as this process is not without risks most of the times, it is recommended that this task be initiated by a power user in a steady power environment, such as the one provided by a UPS unit. However, the installation can also be performed by a regular user at their own risk.

As for the installation method, given the large variety of gaming consoles and the various ways for applying a firmware, before even considering an upgrade or a downgrade, it's best that you carefully read and understand the installation steps, and initiate the process only once you have familiarized yourself with the update method.

That being said, if you have duly considered all these aspects, either click on the download button to get the present release, or check with our website as often as possible to find out first when the firmware that you desire is available.