Feature Request: Android TV Support

MEHR1DAD commented 6 months ago

Hi there,

I'd like to request support for Android TV in the Amnezia client app. While Amnezia currently supports Android, it would be very beneficial to have a version specifically designed for the larger screen and remote control interface of Android TV devices.

This would allow users to easily connect to their self-hosted VPN servers directly from their TVs.

Here are some additional details to consider:

A user interface optimized for navigation with a remote control.
Support for common remote control features for easier interaction.
Consideration for displaying information on larger screens.

I believe adding Android TV support would greatly improve the usability of Amnezia for a wider range of devices.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

tomtomclub commented 4 months ago

Good plan Android TV

DifENCEE commented 4 months ago

Yeah please

DiMazurenko commented 4 months ago

🙏

DimaFargry commented 3 months ago

Would be great. 🙏

Tillo7 commented 3 months ago

Now I have to use a mouse. And the installed application does not appear on TV as usual. But it is located as a system one. With a mouse, you have to spend a long time browsing through the system menus every time you turn it on. But it works.

iksent commented 3 months ago

I've tried all APKs from Release, none of them installed on my Xiaomi with Android TV :(

SlipstreamTorin commented 3 months ago

I've also tried setup all APK versions from githab on android tv and no one wasn't succesfull. How I can fix it?

SlipstreamTorin commented 3 months ago

Does anyone know alternative clients for android tv which support amneziaWG protocol for android tv?

MEHR1DAD commented 3 months ago

Now I have to use a mouse. And the installed application does not appear on TV as usual. But it is located as a system one. With a mouse, you have to spend a long time browsing through the system menus every time you turn it on. But it works.

I hear your frustration! It's not ideal to navigate system menus constantly. The good news is, there's an app called Sideload Launcher - Android TV that can help. You can find it directly on your Android TV's Play Store. This app creates a convenient launcher for non-Android TV apps you've sideloaded, making them easier to access without needing to delve into system menus.

MEHR1DAD commented 3 months ago

I've tried all APKs from Release, none of them installed on my Xiaomi with Android TV :(

I've also tried setup all APK versions from githab on android tv and no one wasn't succesfull. How I can fix it?

Does anyone know alternative clients for android tv which support amneziaWG protocol for android tv?

On Android TV:

I understand you're having trouble installing AmneziaVPN on your Android TV. Here are some steps that might help:

Check Processor Architecture:
- Install Droid Hardware Info (from the Play Store: [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.inkwired.droidinfo&hl=en_US] or https://apkcombo.com/droid-hardware-info/com.inkwired.droidinfo/download/apk - use a web browser on your Android TV, your computer, or phone to download if Play Store isn't an option).
- Once installed, launch Droid Hardware Info and navigate to the "System" tab. Look for the section labeled "Instruction Sets." This will tell you your device's architecture (arm64-v8a, armeabi-v7a, or x86).

Download Compatible AmneziaVPN APK:
- Go to the AmneziaVPN releases on GitHub (https://github.com/amnezia-vpn/amnezia-client/releases).
- Download the APK version that matches your device's architecture (e.g., AmneziaVPN-arm64-v8a-release.apk for a 64-bit processor).
Transfer and Install the APK:
- Use a file transfer app like Send files to TV (available on both Android TV Play Store: [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yablio.sendfilestotv&hl=en_US] and your phone's Play Store) to transfer the downloaded APK to your Android TV. Both devices need to be on the same Wi-Fi network for this to work.
- Once transferred, locate the APK file on your TV using a file manager app and launch it to begin installation.

Understanding AmneziaVPN APK variations:

The different AmneziaVPN APKs (AmneziaVPN-arm64-v8a-release.apk, AmneziaVPN-armeabi-v7a-release.apk, and AmneziaVPN-x86-release.apk) are designed for specific processor architectures:

arm64-v8a: This is for newer Android devices with 64-bit processors.
armeabi-v7a: This is more common for older Android devices with 32-bit processors.
x86: This applies to certain non-standard Android devices using Intel or AMD processors.

Using Sideload Launcher:

After installing AmneziaVPN (or any other non-Android TV app), you can use Sideload Launcher (available on the Android TV Play Store: [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.tv.sideloadlauncher&hl=en_US]) to easily access it. Sideload Launcher creates a convenient interface for sideloaded apps, eliminating the need to navigate system menus.

I hope this comprehensive response helps you get AmneziaVPN or another suitable VPN client up and running on your Android TV!

DreamLife37 commented 3 months ago

Please add Android TV support

Rubarius commented 3 months ago

Please add Android TV support! Nvidia Shield is not installed.

LEV2022 commented 2 months ago

TV Sony. OC Google TV. Instruction Set: armeabi-v7a. The program is installed, but it does not move beyond the invitation screen.

Niccolum commented 2 months ago

TV Sony. OC Google TV. Instruction Set: armeabi-v7a. The program is installed, but it does not move beyond the invitation screen.

Same with xiaomi tv

MEHR1DAD commented 2 months ago

TV Sony. OC Google TV. Instruction Set: armeabi-v7a. The program is installed, but it does not move beyond the invitation screen.

Using Sideload Launcher:

After installing AmneziaVPN (or any other non-Android TV app), you can use Sideload Launcher (available on the Android TV Play Store: [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.tv.sideloadlauncher&hl=en_US]) to easily access it. Sideload Launcher creates a convenient interface for sideloaded apps, eliminating the need to navigate system menus.

I hope this comprehensive response helps you get AmneziaVPN or another suitable VPN client up and running on your Android TV!

Niccolum commented 2 months ago

TV Sony. OC Google TV. Instruction Set: armeabi-v7a. The program is installed, but it does not move beyond the invitation screen.

Using Sideload Launcher:

After installing AmneziaVPN (or any other non-Android TV app), you can use Sideload Launcher (available on the Android TV Play Store: [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.tv.sideloadlauncher&hl=en_US]) to easily access it. Sideload Launcher creates a convenient interface for sideloaded apps, eliminating the need to navigate system menus.

I hope this comprehensive response helps you get AmneziaVPN or another suitable VPN client up and running on your Android TV!

Sideload launcher doesn't help me - problem still exists. MiTV-MSSP1. Version 9.

mariaklimenko commented 1 month ago

I was able to install AmneziaWG app to my Xiaomi mi TV Box S 2nd gen, the only downside is that it doesn't allow to do split tunnelling (would be nice to have app-based one for TV)

LEV2022 commented 4 weeks ago

A working option for working on Google TV and Android TV: Working AmneziaVPN on the phone, in it, in the "share" menu, create the file amnezia_for_awg.conf. Install AmneziaWG on TV from Google Play. When you start the program, there will be a "+" at the bottom right, click on it and add the generated file amnezia_for_awg.conf. The file, of course, must be transferred to the TV. Everything works.

zakirovtech commented 3 weeks ago

Xiaomi GoogleTV, armeabi version starts well but you can not push any button to start setting the server. Navigation does not work via Side Launcher app too

Argentum4k commented 2 weeks ago

installed AmneziaVPN on Google TV (TCL) with airmouse, imported config - press connect button - but it disconnects immediately :(

AndyVokurka commented 2 weeks ago

I managed to install the apk but the import config doesn't work. When I select the config file, nothing happens.

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Feature Request: Android TV Support #826