How to Install HD Videobox on Xiaomi Mi TV Stick: Complete Guide 2026

Why install HD Videobox on Xiaomi Stick?

Xiaomi Mi TV Stick (including 1S, 4K and Pro) is a compact device for converting a regular TV into a smart TV with Android TV support. However, standard functionality is limited to pre-installed services, among which popular Russian platforms are often lacking. Here comes HD Videobox, an application that combines access to more than 200 channels in Full HD and 4K without having to buy a separate console.

Installing HD Videobox on Xiaomi Stick gives you access to:

• 📺 Free air channels (First, Russia)-1, NTV, etc.) without antenna
• 🎬 Films and series from catalogs IVI, Kion, Okko in one interface
• 🔍 Easy search for all sources at the same time
• 📱 Synchronization with the mobile application (favorites, browsing history)

But there are nuances: officially HD Videobox does not support Android TV, so installing requires circumvention.This article presents the current ways for 2026, including solving typical bugs (e.g., Error 505 or "Device not certified").

Requirements and Compatibility: Will your Xiaomi Stick be the right fit?

Before installing, check if your device meets the minimum requirements. HD Videobox works on Xiaomi Mi TV Stick under the following conditions:

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi Mi TV Stick 1st Generation (2020) possible lags when playing content in 4K HDR. For stable operation, it is recommended to use Mi TV Stick 4K or.

Check the version of Android TV can be found in the menu: Settings → Device → About the program → Android TV version.

If your model does not meet the requirements, consider alternatives:

• 📌 Peers.TV – lightweight analogue with support IPTV
• 📌 Wink – to view federal channels
• 📌 Kodi + Plugins – for advanced users

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If you have a Xiaomi Mi Box S, installing HD Videobox is easier – the app is available in the official Google Play for this model.

Method 1: Installation through APK-file (for all models)

The main method is to manually download the.apk file, as HD Videobox is not available in Google Play for Android TV.

1. Download the current version APK from the official website: hdvideobox.tv (section "For Android" TV"). 💡Use only official source! files from third-party sites may contain malicious code.
2. Transfer the file to Xiaomi Stick. Options: 📁 Through the flash drive (FAT32) — insert USB-prefix ☁️ Through the cloud (Google Drive, Yandex Disk) – download directly on your device 📶 On the local network (through ES Conductor or Solid Explorer)

Enable installation from unknown sources: Settings → Security and Restrictions → Unknown Sources → [select browser or file manager].

Run APK installation through a file manager (e.g. File Commander or X-Plore).

⚠️ Note: If you see an “App not installed” error during installation, delete the previous version. HD Videobox (if you have) and try again. Also check that the file is downloaded for Android. TV, not on mobile devices.

Method 2: Installation via Send Files to TV (without USB)

If you don’t have a flash drive or don’t want to mess with the clouds, use Send Files to TV. This method is suitable for transferring APK directly from your smartphone:

1. Install Send Files to TV on your smartphone (Android) and Xiaomi Stick (available on Google Play).
2. Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your smartphone, select APK-file HD Videobox and send it to the console via the app.
4. On Xiaomi Stick, confirm the file acceptance and start the installation.
5. In the Settings section → Set the video quality: 📺 Permission: Auto (up to) 4K) or 1080p (if there are lags) 🔊 Sound: AC3 (Dolby Digital for the home theater

⚠️ Warning: If the video slows down or jerks after launching, lower the bitrate in the settings HD Videobox: Settings → Additionally. → Bitreit → Medium (3-4 Mbit/s).

For convenience, add HD Videobox to the main screen of Xiaomi Stick:

1. Press the Home button on the remote.
2. Select Add to the main screen.
3. Find the HD Videobox in the list and confirm.

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Use a gamepad or AirMouse for easy navigation over HD Videobox – the standard Xiaomi Stick remote does not support gestures and quick scrolling.

Solving Common Errors in Installation and Operation

Even with the right installation, users face problems, and consider the most common and ways to fix them:

If HD Videobox does not start after installation:

1. Check that the file is not corrupted (download APK again).
2. Clear the application data: Settings → Applications → HD Videobox → Storage → Clear the data.
3. Reboot the Xiaomi Stick (pull out the power for 30 seconds).

Try to lower the resolution to 1080p in HD Videobox settings.