NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV Pro OTA Firmware 7.1.0

This is the stock recovery OS for Software Upgrade 7.0.2 of the NVIDIA SHIELD ANDROID TV Pro (500GB version). Flash this image to your device to return the device to its stock state.

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 homepage. The Windows USB drivers for "fastboot" and "adb" are available separately: homepage.  

What's New:

- Try the GeForce NOW Free Beta on SHIELD Today. Transform your TV into a PC gaming machine with the GeForce NOW free beta. Access free games like Fortnite plus over 225 titles supported from digital stores like Steam, Uplay, and Epic.

New GeForce NOW features:

- In-Game Chat: Plug a headset into the SHIELD controller to chat with your teammates during gameplay.
- NVIDIA SHIELD TV Mobile App: Log in to your favorite GeForce NOW games on SHIELD even faster with instant access to a virtual mouse and keyboard. Download on your iOS or Android phone.
- Keyboard and Mouse Support: You can now play keyboard & mouse games on your TV with GeForce NOW thanks to new optimizations for mouse movements as well as support for new keyboard shortcuts.

Upgraded Apps:

- Talk to Your Google Assistant in Multiple Languages: You can now speak two languages interchangeably with the Assistant on SHIELD. Add a language in Assistant Settings (under Preferences) on your phone.
- Netflix Unveils a New TV Design: A new sidebar has started to roll out that makes it easier to search and view new content, search within separate Movies and Series categories, and get quick access to your saved shows in My List.
- YouTube Gets an Upgrade: With Google Assistant, you can now control playback with your voice. Try saying, “fast forward 30 seconds” or “play next video”. Enable your personalized channel called Recommendations.
- X-Ray Comes to Prime Video on SHIELD TV: Press select during playback to get real time information about the movie including cast, characters, directors, music, or trivia.
- HDHomerun adds Premium Service and Encrypted Channel Support: Try out HDHomerun’s new Premium TV cable service. Plus, HDHomeRun Prime tuner owners can now watch encrypted content from channels like HBO.

New Apps on SHIELD:

- IFC: Sign in with your TV provider to access IFC original shows like Portlandia.
- AMC: Sign in with your TV provider to watch popular shows like Better Call Saul.
- Boomerang: Enjoy ad-free entertainment of over 2000 cartoons, including classics like Scooby-Doo.
- Wired: Catch up on the latest news and insights from one of the most trusted names in tech journalism.

New Games on SHIELD:

- Suzy Cube (Action/Platformer): Discover the simple joy of platforming in this bright, fun, and surprise-filled 3D game.
- Sir Questionnaire (Action/Arcade): This is a turn-based, hack’n’slash game where you enter a dungeon full of loot, creatures, and mystery.
- Evoland 2 (RPG): Embark on an epic RPG adventure of more than 20 hours filled with a ton of classical games references.
- Implosion - Never Lose Hope (Action/Arcade): A mysterious life form, the XADA, squares off against humanity's last weapon--the War-Mech series III battle suit.
- Clockwork Tales: Of Glass and Ink (Adventure): This detective drama features action elements such espionage and even hang-gliding!
- SnakEscape (Puzzle): SnakEscape is a turn-based logic game tuning the traditional Snake gameplay concept upside down!
- Stickman Soccer 2018 (Sports): Experience pure soccer fun with fast-paced arcade gameplay and tons of replay value.

Enhancements:

- Adds option to enable NVIDIA Share on Android Oreo. Go to Settings > System > NVIDIA Share.
- [SHIELD 2017] Adds “Restart” to Quick Settings. Long-press Back button from the home screen.
- [SHIELD Pro and SHIELD 2015] Also adds “Power off” to Quick Settings.
- Enables a new shortcut to instantly sleep your SHIELD (quickly tap Home + Back).
- Adds 120 Hz display modes for supported TVs and monitors.

Latest accessory firmware versions:

- SHIELD controller (2017): v1.25
- SHIELD controller (2015): v1.96/99/3.71/0.32
- SHIELD remote (2017): v1.35
- SHIELD remote (rechargeable): v.1.30

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.