Do not waste time trying to update Android 4.4.4. Instead, spend $20–$40 on a new certified Android TV or Fire TV stick. The improvement in speed, app compatibility, and security is massive.
| Device | OS | Price (approx.) | |--------|----|----------------| | Google Chromecast with Google TV (HD) | Android TV 12 | $30 | | Walmart Onn 4K (2023/2025 models) | Android TV / Google TV | $20–$40 | | Xiaomi Mi Box S 2nd Gen | Android TV 11 | $50 | | NVIDIA Shield TV (2019, still updated) | Android TV 11 → 14 beta | $130+ | | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Fire OS 8 (Android 11 base) | $35 | android tv 4.4.4 update